Ignition magnetos and flywheels exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $30.9 million of ignition magnetos and flywheels in 2024 (500 tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 102 countries. That is 25% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $30.9M | 500 t |
| 2023 | $24.7M | 523 t |
| 2022 | $19.5M | 409 t |
| 2021 | $17.2M | 373 t |
| 2020 | $14.7M | 194 t |
| 2019 | $20.0M | 218 t |
| 2018 | $20.8M | 318 t |
| 2017 | $16.1M | 1.3K t |
Where the United States exports ignition magnetos and flywheels to
Most of it went to Mexico (14%), United Kingdom (12%), Canada (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 36%. Among the main buyer markets, Singapore grew fastest (+151% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $4.2M | 14% |
| United Kingdom | $3.7M | 12% |
| Canada | $3.3M | 11% |
| China | $2.6M | 8.4% |
| Thailand | $2.4M | 7.7% |
| Australia | $1.9M | 6.3% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 4.9% |
| Singapore | $1.5M | 4.8% |
| Brazil | $1.4M | 4.5% |
| Sweden | $820K | 2.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $61.77 per kg, 344% above the world average of $13.91. 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.
Ignition magnetos and flywheels imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported ignition magnetos and flywheels worth $20.2 million (1.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 190 countries for imports of this product. Most of the value came from Italy (32%), China (23%), Japan (13%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+976% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $6.5M | 32% |
| China | $4.7M | 23% |
| Japan | $2.7M | 13% |
| Germany | $799K | 4% |
| Philippines | $790K | 3.9% |
| Netherlands | $625K | 3.1% |
| Denmark | $610K | 3% |
| India | $574K | 2.8% |
| Canada | $475K | 2.4% |
| Indonesia | $475K | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States ignition magnetos and flywheels exports (HS 8511.20): 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 8511.20: Ignition or starting equipment: ignition magnetos, magneto-dynamos and magnetic flywheels, of a kind used for spark or compression-ignition internal combustion engines.
Common questions
What is the value of ignition magnetos and flywheels exported by the United States?
The United States exported ignition magnetos and flywheels worth $30.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 500 tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 102 countries worldwide, with 16% of world exports. The value was up 25% on 2023.
Which countries buy ignition magnetos and flywheels from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 14% of the value ($4.2 million), followed by the United Kingdom (12%) and Canada (11%). The top three together account for 36%, out of 112 buyer countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 151% on the year.
What is the average export price of ignition magnetos and flywheels per kg?
The average declared export value was about $61.77 per kg in 2024, 344% above the world average of $13.91 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of ignition magnetos and flywheels from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $16.1 million in 2017 to $30.9 million in 2024, an increase of 92%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $20.5 million a year.
Does the United States also import ignition magnetos and flywheels?
Yes. The United States imported $20.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, China and Japan. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $10.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for ignition magnetos and flywheels?
The HS code for ignition magnetos and flywheels is subheading 8511.20. 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 8511 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United States. Tell us your product to see it live.
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