Mail sorting and handling machines imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $83.9 million of mail sorting and handling machines in 2024 (968 tonnes). It ranks 1st of 149 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
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $83.9M | 969 t |
| 2023 | $65.0M | 803 t |
| 2022 | $82.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $86.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $75.9M | 946 t |
| 2019 | $69.8M | 899 t |
| 2018 | $61.2M | 806 t |
| 2017 | $63.3M | 926 t |
Where the United States imports mail sorting and handling machines from
Most of the value came from Germany (20%), United Kingdom (18%), Switzerland (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 48%. Among the main suppliers, Hungary grew fastest (+148% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $16.5M | 20% |
| United Kingdom | $15.3M | 18% |
| Switzerland | $8.9M | 11% |
| Italy | $8.5M | 10% |
| Mexico | $7.6M | 9.1% |
| Netherlands | $7.3M | 8.7% |
| Canada | $5.3M | 6.4% |
| Hungary | $5.0M | 5.9% |
| France | $4.9M | 5.9% |
| Israel | $1.2M | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $86.66 per kg, 50% above the world average of $57.93. 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.
Mail sorting and handling machines exports from the United States
Exports of mail sorting and handling machines by the United States reached $24.3 million in 2024 (256 tonnes). It ranks 5th of 71 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Canada (15%), Australia (12%), France (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 39%. Among the main buyer markets, Qatar grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $3.7M | 15% |
| Australia | $3.0M | 12% |
| France | $2.8M | 12% |
| United Kingdom | $1.8M | 7.2% |
| Japan | $1.7M | 6.9% |
| Belgium | $1.2M | 5.1% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 4.6% |
| Qatar | $912K | 3.8% |
| Mexico | $869K | 3.6% |
| Malaysia | $822K | 3.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States mail sorting and handling machines imports (HS 8472.30): 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 8472.30: Office machines: for sorting or folding mail or for inserting mail in envelopes or bands, machines for opening, closing or sealing mail and machines for affixing or cancelling postage stamps.
Common questions
What is the value of mail sorting and handling machines imported by the United States?
The United States imported mail sorting and handling machines worth $83.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 968 tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 149 countries worldwide, with 33% of world imports. The value was up 29% on 2023.
Which countries supply mail sorting and handling machines to the United States?
Germany was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($16.5 million), followed by the United Kingdom (18%) and Switzerland (11%). The top three together account for 48%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Hungary grew fastest among the top ten, up 148% on the year.
What is the average import price of mail sorting and handling machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $86.66 per kg in 2024, 50% above the world average of $57.93 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of mail sorting and handling machines to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $63.3 million in 2017 to $83.9 million in 2024, an increase of 33%. The peak was 2021 at $86.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $73.5 million a year.
Does the United States also export mail sorting and handling machines?
Yes. The United States exported $24.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Australia and France. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $59.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for mail sorting and handling machines?
The HS code for mail sorting and handling machines is subheading 8472.30. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8472 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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