Insulators (other materials) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported insulators (other materials) worth $270.2 million (11.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 211 countries for imports of this product. That is 8% 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 | $270.2M | 11.8K t |
| 2023 | $249.7M | 12.8K t |
| 2022 | $282.1M | 14.3K t |
| 2021 | $225.2M | 12.1K t |
| 2020 | $203.2M | 9.7K t |
| 2019 | $190.7M | 10.2K t |
| 2018 | $208.6M | 11.6K t |
| 2017 | $195.8M | 11.4K t |
Where the United States imports insulators (other materials) from
Most of the value came from China (26%), Mexico (17%), Canada (12%). Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest (+222% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $70.0M | 26% |
| Mexico | $45.8M | 17% |
| Canada | $32.7M | 12% |
| Germany | $23.0M | 8.5% |
| India | $21.8M | 8.1% |
| Taiwan | $18.6M | 6.9% |
| Italy | $7.4M | 2.7% |
| Japan | $6.7M | 2.5% |
| Switzerland | $6.1M | 2.2% |
| United Kingdom | $5.7M | 2.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $22.87 per kg, 82% above the world average of $12.56. 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.
Insulators (other materials) exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported insulators (other materials) worth $153.0 million (6.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 129 countries. Most of it went to Canada (30%), Mexico (29%), India (3%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $45.5M | 30% |
| Mexico | $44.9M | 29% |
| India | $4.3M | 2.8% |
| China | $3.9M | 2.6% |
| Malaysia | $3.4M | 2.2% |
| United Kingdom | $3.3M | 2.1% |
| Singapore | $2.7M | 1.7% |
| Brazil | $2.6M | 1.7% |
| Taiwan | $2.2M | 1.5% |
| South Korea | $2.1M | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States insulators (other materials) imports (HS 8546.90): 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 8546.90: Electrical insulators: other than of glass and ceramics.
Common questions
What is the value of insulators (other materials) imported by the United States?
The United States imported insulators (other materials) worth $270.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 211 countries worldwide, with 16% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply insulators (other materials) to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($70.0 million), followed by Mexico (17%) and Canada (12%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 66 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 222% on the year.
What is the average import price of insulators (other materials) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $22.87 per kg in 2024, 82% above the world average of $12.56 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of insulators (other materials) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $195.8 million in 2017 to $270.2 million in 2024, an increase of 38%. The peak was 2022 at $282.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $228.2 million a year.
Does the United States also export insulators (other materials)?
Yes. The United States exported $153.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and India. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $117.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for insulators (other materials)?
The HS code for insulators (other materials) is subheading 8546.90. 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 8546 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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