Lead crystal drinking glasses imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of lead crystal drinking glasses by the United States reached $10.3 million in 2024 (647 tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 194 countries for imports of this product. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $14.5 million.
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 | $10.3M | 647 t |
| 2023 | $10.6M | 591 t |
| 2022 | $14.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $11.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $9.0M | 991 t |
| 2019 | $9.0M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $13.0M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $11.1M | 1.4K t |
Where the United States imports lead crystal drinking glasses from
The largest suppliers were France (48%), United Kingdom (10%), China (10%). Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest (+58% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $4.9M | 48% |
| United Kingdom | $1.1M | 10% |
| China | $1.1M | 10% |
| Czech Republic | $905K | 8.8% |
| Italy | $618K | 6% |
| Slovenia | $346K | 3.4% |
| Ireland | $269K | 2.6% |
| Germany | $249K | 2.4% |
| India | $118K | 1.1% |
| Belgium | $104K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.93 per kg, 75% above the world average of $9.08. 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.
Lead crystal drinking glasses exports from the United States
Exports of lead crystal drinking glasses by the United States reached $1.6 million in 2024 (15 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Most of it went to Mexico (23%), Japan (12%), Aruba (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 47%. Among the main buyer markets, Aruba grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $364K | 24% |
| Japan | $188K | 12% |
| Aruba | $181K | 12% |
| Bahamas | $162K | 10% |
| Canada | $102K | 6.6% |
| Poland | $81K | 5.2% |
| Panama | $49K | 3.1% |
| Italy | $47K | 3% |
| Saint Lucia | $46K | 3% |
| Cayman Isds | $25K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States lead crystal drinking glasses imports (HS 7013.33): 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 7013.33: Glassware: drinking glasses (not stemware), of lead crystal.
Common questions
What is the value of lead crystal drinking glasses imported by the United States?
The United States imported lead crystal drinking glasses worth $10.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 647 tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 194 countries worldwide, with 11% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply lead crystal drinking glasses to the United States?
France was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($4.9 million), followed by the United Kingdom (10%) and China (10%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 58% on the year.
What is the average import price of lead crystal drinking glasses per kg?
The average declared import value was about $15.93 per kg in 2024, 75% above the world average of $9.08 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of lead crystal drinking glasses to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.1 million in 2017 to $10.3 million in 2024, a fall of 7%. The peak was 2022 at $14.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.1 million a year.
Does the United States also export lead crystal drinking glasses?
Yes. The United States exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Japan and Aruba. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $8.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for lead crystal drinking glasses?
The HS code for lead crystal drinking glasses is subheading 7013.33. It sits in HS chapter 70 (glass and glassware). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7013 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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