Lighter imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported lighter worth $91.7 million (6.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 199 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 24% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $152.2 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 | $91.7M | 6.6K t |
| 2023 | $121.5M | 8.8K t |
| 2022 | $136.1M | 11.4K t |
| 2021 | $130.7M | 9.9K t |
| 2020 | $105.1M | 8.1K t |
| 2019 | $109.2M | 8.5K t |
| 2018 | $124.8M | 9.3K t |
| 2017 | $152.2M | 12.7K t |
Where the United States imports lighter from
France alone supplied 73% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $66.8M | 73% |
| China | $10.9M | 12% |
| Spain | $6.6M | 7.2% |
| Thailand | $2.6M | 2.8% |
| Hong Kong | $2.0M | 2.2% |
| Indonesia | $888K | 1% |
| Vietnam | $534K | 0.6% |
| Singapore | $504K | 0.6% |
| Netherlands | $415K | 0.5% |
| Canada | $156K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.92 per kg, 63% above the world average of $8.52. 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.
Lighter exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported lighter worth $15.1 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 107 countries for exports of this product. One buyer market dominates: Canada accounted for 78% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest (+48% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $11.7M | 78% |
| Mexico | $2.8M | 19% |
| China | $162K | 1.1% |
| Bermuda | $71K | 0.5% |
| Hong Kong | $50K | 0.3% |
| Bosnia Herzegovina | $28K | 0.2% |
| Nicaragua | $22K | 0.1% |
| Cayman Isds | $21K | 0.1% |
| Bahamas | $18K | 0.1% |
| Uruguay | $15K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States lighter imports (HS 9613.10): 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 9613.10: Lighters: pocket, cigarette, gas fuelled, non-refillable.
Common questions
What is the value of lighter imported by the United States?
The United States imported lighter worth $91.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 199 countries worldwide, with 13% of world imports. The value was down 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply lighter to the United States?
France was the largest supplier with 73% of the value ($66.8 million), followed by China (12%) and Spain (7%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 214% on the year.
What is the average import price of lighter per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.92 per kg in 2024, 63% above the world average of $8.52 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of lighter to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $152.2 million in 2017 to $91.7 million in 2024, a fall of 40%. The peak was 2017 at $152.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $121.4 million a year.
Does the United States also export lighter?
Yes. The United States exported $15.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and China. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $76.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for lighter?
The HS code for lighter is subheading 9613.10. It sits in HS chapter 96 (miscellaneous manufactured articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9613 page.
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