Lighter part imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of lighter part by the United States reached $21.9 million in 2024 (1.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 166 countries. Value rose 5% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $39.6 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 | $21.9M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $20.8M | 840 t |
| 2022 | $39.6M | 1.8K t |
| 2021 | $34.8M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $23.9M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $30.6M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $19.9M | 684 t |
| 2017 | $19.4M | 884 t |
Where the United States imports lighter part from
Most of the value came from France (40%), Spain (34%), China (14%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+51% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $8.8M | 40% |
| Spain | $7.3M | 34% |
| China | $3.1M | 14% |
| Tunisia | $607K | 2.8% |
| Mexico | $462K | 2.1% |
| Japan | $429K | 2% |
| Germany | $291K | 1.3% |
| Canada | $249K | 1.1% |
| Romania | $188K | 0.9% |
| Italy | $125K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.93 per kg, 97% above the world average of $6.07. 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 part exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported lighter part worth $14.4 million (661 tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 90 countries. Most of it went to Mexico (46%), China (27%), Canada (9%). Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+143% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $6.6M | 46% |
| China | $3.9M | 27% |
| Canada | $1.3M | 9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $322K | 2.2% |
| Singapore | $281K | 2% |
| United Kingdom | $219K | 1.5% |
| Brazil | $155K | 1.1% |
| Chile | $155K | 1.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $134K | 0.9% |
| Israel | $128K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States lighter part imports (HS 9613.90): 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 9613.90: Lighters: parts for cigarette lighters and other lighters, whether or not mechanical or electrical, other than flints and wicks.
Common questions
What is the value of lighter part imported by the United States?
The United States imported lighter part worth $21.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 166 countries worldwide, with 10% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply lighter part to the United States?
France was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($8.8 million), followed by Spain (34%) and China (14%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 274% on the year.
What is the average import price of lighter part per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.93 per kg in 2024, 97% above the world average of $6.07 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of lighter part to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $19.4 million in 2017 to $21.9 million in 2024, an increase of 13%. The peak was 2022 at $39.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $26.4 million a year.
Does the United States also export lighter part?
Yes. The United States exported $14.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, China and Canada. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $7.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for lighter part?
The HS code for lighter part is subheading 9613.90. 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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