Laminated safety glass (general) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of laminated safety glass (general) by the United States reached $163.2 million in 2024 (114.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 210 countries. Value rose 5% 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 | $163.2M | 114.7K t |
| 2023 | $155.9M | 102.4K t |
| 2022 | $155.3M | 102.2K t |
| 2021 | $134.0M | 96.3K t |
| 2020 | $115.3M | 90.2K t |
| 2019 | $147.3M | 123.0K t |
| 2018 | $146.4M | 48.5K t |
| 2017 | $140.6M | 24.3K t |
Where the United States imports laminated safety glass (general) from
Most of the value came from China (20%), Mexico (13%), Germany (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 46%. Among the main suppliers, Czech Republic grew fastest (+124% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $33.1M | 20% |
| Mexico | $21.5M | 13% |
| Germany | $21.2M | 13% |
| Canada | $20.7M | 13% |
| Italy | $17.5M | 11% |
| Japan | $13.0M | 8% |
| Chile | $11.7M | 7.2% |
| Turkey | $4.2M | 2.6% |
| Czech Republic | $2.5M | 1.5% |
| Taiwan | $1.8M | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.42 per kg, 27% above the world average of $1.12. 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.
Laminated safety glass (general) exports from the United States
The United States exported $23.5 million of laminated safety glass (general) in 2024 (14.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Canada (37%), Mexico (18%), United Kingdom (8%). Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $8.6M | 37% |
| Mexico | $4.2M | 18% |
| United Kingdom | $1.8M | 7.8% |
| France | $1.5M | 6.6% |
| Costa Rica | $1.1M | 4.9% |
| Australia | $623K | 2.7% |
| New Zealand | $483K | 2.1% |
| Singapore | $398K | 1.7% |
| Italy | $366K | 1.6% |
| Peru | $347K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States laminated safety glass (general) imports (HS 7007.29): 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 7007.29: Glass: safety glass, laminated, (not of a size and shape suitable for incorporation in vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft or vessels).
Common questions
What is the value of laminated safety glass (general) imported by the United States?
The United States imported laminated safety glass (general) worth $163.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 114.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 210 countries worldwide, with 10% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply laminated safety glass (general) to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($33.1 million), followed by Mexico (13%) and Germany (13%). The top three together account for 46%, out of 62 supplier countries in total. The Czech Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 124% on the year.
What is the average import price of laminated safety glass (general) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.42 per kg in 2024, 27% above the world average of $1.12 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of laminated safety glass (general) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $140.6 million in 2017 to $163.2 million in 2024, an increase of 16%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $144.7 million a year.
Does the United States also export laminated safety glass (general)?
Yes. The United States exported $23.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and the United Kingdom. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $139.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for laminated safety glass (general)?
The HS code for laminated safety glass (general) is subheading 7007.29. It sits in HS chapter 70 (glass and glassware). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7007 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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