High voltage distribution panels imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported high voltage distribution panels worth $1.13 billion (34.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 218 countries. Value rose 25% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1.13B | 34.5K t |
| 2023 | $900.8M | 28.9K t |
| 2022 | $504.6M | 18.8K t |
| 2021 | $454.7M | 16.9K t |
| 2020 | $387.1M | 13.8K t |
| 2019 | $349.5M | 13.7K t |
| 2018 | $373.1M | 15.5K t |
| 2017 | $335.3M | 13.1K t |
Where the United States imports high voltage distribution panels from
The largest suppliers were Mexico (21%), Germany (20%), Canada (20%). Among the main suppliers, Norway grew fastest (+436% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $242.0M | 21% |
| Germany | $228.3M | 20% |
| Canada | $226.0M | 20% |
| South Korea | $113.2M | 10% |
| Spain | $66.1M | 5.9% |
| China | $47.0M | 4.2% |
| Switzerland | $42.8M | 3.8% |
| Norway | $40.1M | 3.6% |
| Ireland | $25.5M | 2.3% |
| France | $19.1M | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $32.75 per kg, 45% above the world average of $22.53. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
High voltage distribution panels exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported high voltage distribution panels worth $227.4 million (6.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Most of it went to Canada (32%), China (7%), Mexico (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 45%. Among the main buyer markets, Fiji grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $71.7M | 32% |
| China | $16.7M | 7.4% |
| Mexico | $14.5M | 6.4% |
| Kenya | $12.7M | 5.6% |
| South Korea | $11.5M | 5% |
| United Kingdom | $10.1M | 4.4% |
| Indonesia | $5.1M | 2.3% |
| Spain | $4.8M | 2.1% |
| Fiji | $4.6M | 2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $4.5M | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States high voltage distribution panels imports (HS 8537.20): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 8537.20: Boards, panels, consoles, desks and other bases: for electric control or the distribution of electricity, (other than switching apparatus of heading no. 8517), for a voltage exceeding 1000 volts.
Common questions
What is the value of high voltage distribution panels imported by the United States?
The United States imported high voltage distribution panels worth $1.13 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 34.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 218 countries worldwide, with 12% of world imports. The value was up 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply high voltage distribution panels to the United States?
Mexico was the largest supplier with 21% of the value ($242.0 million), followed by Germany (20%) and Canada (20%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 63 supplier countries in total. Norway grew fastest among the top ten, up 436% on the year.
What is the average import price of high voltage distribution panels per kg?
The average declared import value was about $32.75 per kg in 2024, 45% above the world average of $22.53 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of high voltage distribution panels to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $335.3 million in 2017 to $1.13 billion in 2024, an increase of 237%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $554.4 million a year.
Does the United States also export high voltage distribution panels?
Yes. The United States exported $227.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, China and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $902.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for high voltage distribution panels?
The HS code for high voltage distribution panels is subheading 8537.20. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8537 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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