Hydraulic cylinders imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of hydraulic cylinders by the United States reached $1.75 billion in 2024 (153.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 217 countries for imports of this product. That is 5% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $1.75B | 153.1K t |
| 2023 | $1.67B | 128.8K t |
| 2022 | $1.58B | 165.6K t |
| 2021 | $1.31B | 134.8K t |
| 2020 | $1.16B | 122.0K t |
| 2019 | $1.48B | 159.0K t |
| 2018 | $1.51B | 80.7K t |
| 2017 | $1.21B | 63.1K t |
Where the United States imports hydraulic cylinders from
Most of the value came from Canada (16%), South Korea (12%), China (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 38%. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+48% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $272.9M | 16% |
| South Korea | $201.8M | 12% |
| China | $197.8M | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $178.9M | 10% |
| Germany | $134.0M | 7.7% |
| Japan | $107.4M | 6.1% |
| Mexico | $98.8M | 5.7% |
| Philippines | $69.8M | 4% |
| France | $64.2M | 3.7% |
| India | $59.0M | 3.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.43 per kg, close to the world average of $13.11.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Hydraulic cylinders exports from the United States
Exports of hydraulic cylinders by the United States reached $1.48 billion in 2024 (26.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 172 countries. The largest buyer markets were United Kingdom (11%), Canada (11%), France (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 31%. Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest (+37% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $159.4M | 11% |
| Canada | $157.9M | 11% |
| France | $135.3M | 9.1% |
| Mexico | $111.1M | 7.5% |
| Germany | $100.1M | 6.8% |
| Australia | $86.8M | 5.9% |
| Brazil | $86.5M | 5.8% |
| China | $82.3M | 5.6% |
| Singapore | $45.5M | 3.1% |
| Morocco | $44.2M | 3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States hydraulic cylinders imports (HS 8412.21): 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 8412.21: Engines: hydraulic power engines and motors, linear acting (cylinders).
Common questions
What is the value of hydraulic cylinders imported by the United States?
The United States imported hydraulic cylinders worth $1.75 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 153.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 217 countries worldwide, with 21% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply hydraulic cylinders to the United States?
Canada was the largest supplier with 16% of the value ($272.9 million), followed by South Korea (12%) and China (11%). The top three together account for 38%, out of 86 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 48% on the year.
What is the average import price of hydraulic cylinders per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.43 per kg in 2024, 13% below the world average of $13.11 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of hydraulic cylinders to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.21 billion in 2017 to $1.75 billion in 2024, an increase of 44%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.46 billion a year.
Does the United States also export hydraulic cylinders?
Yes. The United States exported $1.48 billion worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Kingdom, Canada and France. That compares with imports of $1.75 billion in the same year.
What is the HS code for hydraulic cylinders?
The HS code for hydraulic cylinders is subheading 8412.21. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8412 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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