Lithium-ion batteries imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $25.20 billion of lithium-ion batteries in 2024 (529.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 221 countries for imports of this product. That is 12% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 33% a year on average.
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 | $25.20B | 529.7K t |
| 2023 | $22.47B | 1.07M t |
| 2022 | $17.51B | 617.5K t |
| 2021 | $9.68B | 333.3K t |
| 2020 | $5.28B | 158.3K t |
| 2019 | $4.33B | 71.5K t |
| 2018 | $4.15B | 80.4K t |
| 2017 | $3.43B | 66.0K t |
Where the United States imports lithium-ion batteries from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 64% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest (+696% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $16.25B | 65% |
| South Korea | $2.21B | 8.8% |
| Japan | $1.69B | 6.7% |
| Hungary | $1.13B | 4.5% |
| Canada | $920.4M | 3.7% |
| Germany | $707.8M | 2.8% |
| Poland | $644.9M | 2.6% |
| Mexico | $351.7M | 1.4% |
| Malaysia | $298.9M | 1.2% |
| Vietnam | $269.1M | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $47.58 per kg, 50% above the world average of $31.77. 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.
Lithium-ion batteries exports from the United States
Exports of lithium-ion batteries by the United States reached $5.34 billion in 2024 (158.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 179 countries. Most of it went to Mexico (37%), Canada (22%), Australia (18%). Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest (+208% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $1.95B | 37% |
| Canada | $1.18B | 22% |
| Australia | $981.6M | 18% |
| United Kingdom | $190.1M | 3.6% |
| Netherlands | $170.6M | 3.2% |
| Germany | $148.1M | 2.8% |
| Taiwan | $139.4M | 2.6% |
| Japan | $77.8M | 1.5% |
| China | $43.7M | 0.8% |
| South Korea | $43.0M | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States lithium-ion batteries imports (HS 8507.60): 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 8507.60: Electric accumulators: lithium-ion, including separators, whether or not rectangular (including square).
Common questions
What is the value of lithium-ion batteries imported by the United States?
The United States imported lithium-ion batteries worth $25.20 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 529.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 221 countries worldwide, with 22% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply lithium-ion batteries to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 64% of the value ($16.25 billion), followed by South Korea (9%) and Japan (7%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 82 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 696% on the year.
What is the average import price of lithium-ion batteries per kg?
The average declared import value was about $47.58 per kg in 2024, 50% above the world average of $31.77 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of lithium-ion batteries to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.43 billion in 2017 to $25.20 billion in 2024, an increase of 636%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $11.50 billion a year.
Does the United States also export lithium-ion batteries?
Yes. The United States exported $5.34 billion worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and Australia. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $19.86 billion a year.
What is the HS code for lithium-ion batteries?
The HS code for lithium-ion batteries is subheading 8507.60. 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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