Industrial steam turbines (high power) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported industrial steam turbines (high power) worth $36.8 million (774 tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 82 countries. That is 12% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 31% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $53.9 million.
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 | $36.8M | 774 t |
| 2023 | $32.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $53.9M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $30.0M | 1.0K t |
| 2020 | $41.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $2.9M | 70 t |
| 2018 | $18.9M | 577 t |
| 2017 | $5.6M | 135 t |
Where the United States imports industrial steam turbines (high power) from
Most of the value came from Brazil (24%), Japan (19%), Germany (19%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $8.7M | 24% |
| Japan | $7.0M | 19% |
| Germany | $6.9M | 19% |
| Poland | $5.1M | 14% |
| Thailand | $4.1M | 11% |
| India | $1.9M | 5.1% |
| Israel | $1.8M | 4.8% |
| Belgium | $618K | 1.7% |
| Switzerland | $308K | 0.8% |
| France | $260K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $47.57 per kg, 262% above the world average of $13.13. 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.
Industrial steam turbines (high power) exports from the United States
Exports of industrial steam turbines (high power) by the United States reached $881 thousand in 2024 (7 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Saudi Arabia (38%), Turkey (34%), Australia (23%). Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest (+186% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $336K | 38% |
| Turkey | $304K | 35% |
| Australia | $206K | 23% |
| Brazil | $15K | 1.7% |
| Canada | $10K | 1.2% |
| Bahamas | $5K | 0.6% |
| Guatemala | $3K | 0.4% |
| Denmark | $1K | 0.1% |
| Barbados | $1K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States industrial steam turbines (high power) imports (HS 8406.81): 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 8406.81: Turbines: steam and other vapour turbines, (for other than marine propulsion), of an output exceeding 40MW.
Common questions
What is the value of industrial steam turbines (high power) imported by the United States?
The United States imported industrial steam turbines (high power) worth $36.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 774 tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 82 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply industrial steam turbines (high power) to the United States?
Brazil was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($8.7 million), followed by Japan (19%) and Germany (19%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 244% on the year.
What is the average import price of industrial steam turbines (high power) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $47.57 per kg in 2024, 262% above the world average of $13.13 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of industrial steam turbines (high power) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.6 million in 2017 to $36.8 million in 2024, an increase of 562%. The peak was 2022 at $53.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $27.8 million a year.
Does the United States also export industrial steam turbines (high power)?
Yes. The United States exported $881 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Australia. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $35.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for industrial steam turbines (high power)?
The HS code for industrial steam turbines (high power) is subheading 8406.81. 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 8406 page.
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