Locomotive parts (other) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of locomotive parts (other) by the United States reached $158.1 million in 2024 (11.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 147 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 29% on 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
Hover or tap a year for detail.
Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $158.1M | 11.3K t |
| 2023 | $122.7M | 12.3K t |
| 2022 | $111.9M | 10.1K t |
| 2021 | $90.5M | 8.6K t |
| 2020 | $73.2M | 7.7K t |
| 2019 | $110.3M | 4.1K t |
| 2018 | $105.2M | 4.0K t |
| 2017 | $110.1M | 4.2K t |
Where the United States imports locomotive parts (other) from
The largest suppliers were Mexico (25%), India (22%), China (18%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+400% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $39.5M | 25% |
| India | $34.6M | 22% |
| China | $28.6M | 18% |
| Canada | $28.2M | 18% |
| Germany | $5.4M | 3.4% |
| Spain | $4.3M | 2.7% |
| Switzerland | $2.6M | 1.6% |
| Poland | $2.4M | 1.5% |
| Netherlands | $2.1M | 1.3% |
| Austria | $1.6M | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.04 per kg, 31% below the world average of $20.46, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Locomotive parts (other) exports from the United States
The United States exported $138.7 million of locomotive parts (other) in 2024 (3.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 91 countries. Most of it went to Kazakhstan (37%), Canada (14%), Australia (9%). Among the main buyer markets, South Korea grew fastest (+261% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kazakhstan | $51.2M | 37% |
| Canada | $19.7M | 14% |
| Australia | $12.9M | 9.3% |
| Mexico | $6.6M | 4.7% |
| Brazil | $6.5M | 4.7% |
| United Kingdom | $4.7M | 3.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $4.0M | 2.9% |
| South Korea | $4.0M | 2.9% |
| India | $3.2M | 2.3% |
| South Africa | $3.1M | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States locomotive parts (other) imports (HS 8607.91): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
Shipment records are in the platform
Tell us what you trade and we will show you the latest records on a live call.
Direct customs feed: shipment-level records from the official customs source.
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 8607.91: Railway or tramway locomotives: parts n.e.c. in heading no. 8607.
Common questions
What is the value of locomotive parts (other) imported by the United States?
The United States imported locomotive parts (other) worth $158.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 147 countries worldwide, with 14% of world imports. The value was up 29% on 2023.
Which countries supply locomotive parts (other) to the United States?
Mexico was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($39.5 million), followed by India (22%) and China (18%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 400% on the year.
What is the average import price of locomotive parts (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.04 per kg in 2024, 31% below the world average of $20.46 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of locomotive parts (other) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $110.1 million in 2017 to $158.1 million in 2024, an increase of 44%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $110.2 million a year.
Does the United States also export locomotive parts (other)?
Yes. The United States exported $138.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kazakhstan, Canada and Australia. That compares with imports of $158.1 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for locomotive parts (other)?
The HS code for locomotive parts (other) is subheading 8607.91. It sits in HS chapter 86 (railway, tramway locomotives, rolling-stock and parts thereof; railway or tramway track fixtures and fittings and parts thereof; mechanical (including electro-mechanical) traffic signalling equipment of all kinds). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8607 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for the United States reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
Same product, other countries
World locomotive parts (other) trade: top importers and exporters
See what your buyers are buying.Then decide.
Everything we show you comes from official customs filings — records, not claims. 30 minutes. Your shipment. Your HS code. Real platform. If you don’t see something new about your market by the end of the call, we walk away. No follow-ups.