Lead-acid traction batteries imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $1.21 billion of lead-acid traction batteries in 2024 (279.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 221 countries. That is 11% 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 | $1.21B | 279.1K t |
| 2023 | $1.10B | 266.6K t |
| 2022 | $1.38B | 344.3K t |
| 2021 | $1.15B | 303.7K t |
| 2020 | $960.3M | 258.2K t |
| 2019 | $1.03B | 264.7K t |
| 2018 | $1.09B | 265.1K t |
| 2017 | $901.5M | 238.8K t |
Where the United States imports lead-acid traction batteries from
The largest suppliers were Vietnam (28%), Mexico (23%), China (9%). Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest (+39% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam | $336.7M | 28% |
| Mexico | $279.0M | 23% |
| China | $112.9M | 9.3% |
| France | $77.3M | 6.4% |
| Taiwan | $71.8M | 5.9% |
| Malaysia | $70.5M | 5.8% |
| Philippines | $45.1M | 3.7% |
| United Kingdom | $44.3M | 3.7% |
| Greece | $30.2M | 2.5% |
| Canada | $29.8M | 2.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.34 per kg, close to the world average of $3.90.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Lead-acid traction batteries exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported lead-acid traction batteries worth $654.4 million (124.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 147 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Canada (33%), Mexico (18%), South Korea (5%). Among the main buyer markets, South Korea grew fastest (+354% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $213.8M | 33% |
| Mexico | $120.5M | 18% |
| South Korea | $33.6M | 5.1% |
| Dominican Republic | $28.2M | 4.3% |
| Germany | $16.8M | 2.6% |
| France | $14.3M | 2.2% |
| Australia | $14.3M | 2.2% |
| United Kingdom | $13.6M | 2.1% |
| Netherlands | $11.9M | 1.8% |
| Belgium | $10.7M | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States lead-acid traction batteries imports (HS 8507.20): 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 8507.20: Electric accumulators: lead-acid, (other than for starting piston engines), including separators, whether or not rectangular (including square).
Common questions
What is the value of lead-acid traction batteries imported by the United States?
The United States imported lead-acid traction batteries worth $1.21 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 279.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 221 countries worldwide, with 15% of world imports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply lead-acid traction batteries to the United States?
Vietnam was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($336.7 million), followed by Mexico (23%) and China (9%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 68 supplier countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 39% on the year.
What is the average import price of lead-acid traction batteries per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.34 per kg in 2024, 11% above the world average of $3.90 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 traction batteries to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $901.5 million in 2017 to $1.21 billion in 2024, an increase of 34%. The peak was 2022 at $1.38 billion. Over 8 years the average was $1.10 billion a year.
Does the United States also export lead-acid traction batteries?
Yes. The United States exported $654.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and South Korea. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $557.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for lead-acid traction batteries?
The HS code for lead-acid traction batteries is subheading 8507.20. 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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