Isotopic separation equipment imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $26.7 million of isotopic separation equipment in 2024 (2.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 116 countries. Value rose 3807% on 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 | $26.7M | 2.0K t |
| 2023 | $684K | 216 t |
| 2022 | $861K | 150 t |
| 2021 | $360K | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $1.0M | 315 t |
| 2019 | $745K | 1.9K t |
| 2018 | $3.1M | 340 t |
| 2017 | $30.4M | 1.7K t |
Where the United States imports isotopic separation equipment from
One supplier dominates: Netherlands accounted for 72% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $19.3M | 72% |
| Germany | $7.1M | 27% |
| Canada | $165K | 0.6% |
| Italy | $66K | 0.3% |
| China | $46K | 0.2% |
| Japan | $30K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $27K | 0.1% |
| Australia | $15K | 0.1% |
| Hungary | $10K | 0% |
| Belgium | $4K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.31 per kg, 49% below the world average of $25.91, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Isotopic separation equipment exports from the United States
The United States exported $3.3 million of isotopic separation equipment in 2024 (296 tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 60 countries. The largest buyer markets were Brazil (37%), India (21%), Norway (15%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $1.2M | 37% |
| India | $705K | 21% |
| Norway | $504K | 15% |
| Taiwan | $209K | 6.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $207K | 6.3% |
| China | $79K | 2.4% |
| Colombia | $59K | 1.8% |
| Switzerland | $36K | 1.1% |
| Japan | $35K | 1.1% |
| Cayman Isds | $25K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States isotopic separation equipment imports (HS 8401.20): 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 8401.20: Machinery and apparatus: for isotopic separation, and parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of isotopic separation equipment imported by the United States?
The United States imported isotopic separation equipment worth $26.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 116 countries worldwide, with 15% of world imports.
Which countries supply isotopic separation equipment to the United States?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 72% of the value ($19.3 million), followed by Germany (27%) and Canada (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 731% on the year.
What is the average import price of isotopic separation equipment per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.31 per kg in 2024, 49% below the world average of $25.91 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of isotopic separation equipment to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $30.4 million in 2017 to $26.7 million in 2024, a fall of 12%. The peak was 2017 at $30.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.0 million a year.
Does the United States also export isotopic separation equipment?
Yes. The United States exported $3.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Brazil, India and Norway. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $23.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for isotopic separation equipment?
The HS code for isotopic separation equipment is subheading 8401.20. 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 8401 page.
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