Lead-acid starter batteries imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported lead-acid starter batteries worth $2.60 billion (856.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 221 countries. Value rose 30% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
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 | $2.60B | 856.1K t |
| 2023 | $2.01B | 676.9K t |
| 2022 | $2.16B | 744.1K t |
| 2021 | $1.81B | 649.2K t |
| 2020 | $1.55B | 555.8K t |
| 2019 | $1.43B | 503.9K t |
| 2018 | $1.38B | 484.1K t |
| 2017 | $1.43B | 507.1K t |
Where the United States imports lead-acid starter batteries from
The largest suppliers were Mexico (36%), South Korea (28%), China (6%). Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest (+103% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $936.2M | 36% |
| South Korea | $734.0M | 28% |
| China | $166.1M | 6.4% |
| Vietnam | $160.9M | 6.2% |
| Germany | $157.2M | 6% |
| Malaysia | $133.3M | 5.1% |
| Philippines | $53.0M | 2% |
| Colombia | $41.3M | 1.6% |
| India | $37.9M | 1.5% |
| Turkey | $24.8M | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.04 per kg, close to the world average of $2.91.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Lead-acid starter batteries exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported lead-acid starter batteries worth $680.1 million (202.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 156 countries for exports of this product. Canada alone took 59% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $400.5M | 59% |
| Mexico | $131.7M | 19% |
| Dominican Republic | $11.7M | 1.7% |
| Austria | $9.6M | 1.4% |
| Brazil | $9.3M | 1.4% |
| Australia | $9.2M | 1.4% |
| Kuwait | $8.1M | 1.2% |
| United Kingdom | $7.2M | 1.1% |
| India | $7.2M | 1.1% |
| Japan | $6.1M | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States lead-acid starter batteries imports (HS 8507.10): 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 8507.10: Electric accumulators: lead-acid, of a kind used for starting piston engines, including separators, whether or not rectangular (including square).
Common questions
What is the value of lead-acid starter batteries imported by the United States?
The United States imported lead-acid starter batteries worth $2.60 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 856.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 221 countries worldwide, with 19% of world imports. The value was up 30% on 2023.
Which countries supply lead-acid starter batteries to the United States?
Mexico was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($936.2 million), followed by South Korea (28%) and China (6%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 56 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 473% on the year.
What is the average import price of lead-acid starter batteries per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.04 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $2.91 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of lead-acid starter batteries to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.43 billion in 2017 to $2.60 billion in 2024, an increase of 82%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.80 billion a year.
Does the United States also export lead-acid starter batteries?
Yes. The United States exported $680.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and the Dominican Republic. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $1.92 billion a year.
What is the HS code for lead-acid starter batteries?
The HS code for lead-acid starter batteries is subheading 8507.10. 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 8507 page.
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