Light petrol trucks <5 tonnes imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $27.27 billion of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes in 2024 (2.23 million tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 215 countries. That is 7% 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 | $27.27B | 2.23M t |
| 2023 | $25.38B | 2.08M t |
| 2022 | $21.03B | 1.98M t |
| 2021 | $17.40B | 1.86M t |
| 2020 | $15.03B | 1.65M t |
| 2019 | $20.09B | 2.31M t |
| 2018 | $18.15B | 1.92M t |
| 2017 | $16.36B | 1.96M t |
Where the United States imports light petrol trucks <5 tonnes from
One supplier dominates: Mexico accounted for 89% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $24.15B | 89% |
| Canada | $3.05B | 11% |
| Spain | $45.5M | 0.2% |
| Japan | $18.3M | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $1.5M | 0% |
| China | $1.2M | 0% |
| Taiwan | $656K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $397K | 0% |
| Brazil | $318K | 0% |
| Australia | $188K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.22 per kg, close to the world average of $11.46.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Light petrol trucks <5 tonnes exports from the United States
Exports of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes by the United States reached $10.98 billion in 2024 (945.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 127 countries. Canada alone took 74% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest (+31% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $8.14B | 74% |
| Mexico | $1.22B | 11% |
| Australia | $409.1M | 3.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $133.2M | 1.2% |
| Chile | $114.9M | 1.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $111.9M | 1% |
| Kuwait | $98.3M | 0.9% |
| Brazil | $88.4M | 0.8% |
| Guatemala | $71.5M | 0.7% |
| China | $60.9M | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States light petrol trucks <5 tonnes imports (HS 8704.31): 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 8704.31: Vehicles: spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine, for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1.
Common questions
What is the value of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes imported by the United States?
The United States imported light petrol trucks <5 tonnes worth $27.27 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.23 million tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 215 countries worldwide, with 56% of world imports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply light petrol trucks <5 tonnes to the United States?
Mexico was the largest supplier with 89% of the value ($24.15 billion), followed by Canada (11%) and Spain (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 756% on the year.
What is the average import price of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.22 per kg in 2024, 7% above the world average of $11.46 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.36 billion in 2017 to $27.27 billion in 2024, an increase of 67%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $20.09 billion a year.
Does the United States also export light petrol trucks <5 tonnes?
Yes. The United States exported $10.98 billion worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and Australia. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $16.29 billion a year.
What is the HS code for light petrol trucks <5 tonnes?
The HS code for light petrol trucks <5 tonnes is subheading 8704.31. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8704 page.
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