Measurement device parts exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of measurement device parts by the United States reached $1.52 billion in 2024 (6.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 187 countries. That is 12% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1.52B | 6.6K t |
| 2023 | $1.36B | 8.4K t |
| 2022 | $1.39B | 9.9K t |
| 2021 | $1.23B | 6.6K t |
| 2020 | $1.08B | 4.7K t |
| 2019 | $1.21B | 4.5K t |
| 2018 | $1.28B | 5.2K t |
| 2017 | $1.19B | 4.8K t |
Where the United States exports measurement device parts to
Most of it went to Taiwan (15%), China (11%), Japan (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 36%. Among the main buyer markets, Japan grew fastest (+103% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | $225.8M | 15% |
| China | $164.3M | 11% |
| Japan | $156.1M | 10% |
| South Korea | $138.6M | 9.1% |
| Mexico | $118.6M | 7.8% |
| Singapore | $98.8M | 6.5% |
| Germany | $96.4M | 6.3% |
| Canada | $76.3M | 5% |
| United Kingdom | $48.1M | 3.2% |
| Netherlands | $38.7M | 2.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $229.50 per kg, 94% above the world average of $118.16. 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.
Measurement device parts imports to the United States
The United States imported $1.48 billion of measurement device parts in 2024 (13.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 218 countries. The largest suppliers were Germany (18%), Japan (11%), United Kingdom (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 36%. Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+103% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $261.3M | 18% |
| Japan | $168.7M | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $97.5M | 6.6% |
| Canada | $96.5M | 6.5% |
| China | $88.8M | 6% |
| Taiwan | $81.9M | 5.6% |
| South Korea | $76.9M | 5.2% |
| Israel | $76.4M | 5.2% |
| Mexico | $58.8M | 4% |
| Netherlands | $54.5M | 3.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States measurement device parts exports (HS 9031.90): 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 9031.90: Instruments, appliances and machines: parts and accessories for those measuring or checking devices of heading no. 9031.
Common questions
What is the value of measurement device parts exported by the United States?
The United States exported measurement device parts worth $1.52 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 187 countries worldwide, with 15% of world exports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries buy measurement device parts from the United States?
Taiwan was the largest buyer with 15% of the value ($225.8 million), followed by China (11%) and Japan (10%). The top three together account for 36%, out of 162 buyer countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 103% on the year.
What is the average export price of measurement device parts per kg?
The average declared export value was about $229.50 per kg in 2024, 94% above the world average of $118.16 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of measurement device parts from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.19 billion in 2017 to $1.52 billion in 2024, an increase of 27%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.28 billion a year.
Does the United States also import measurement device parts?
Yes. The United States imported $1.48 billion worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, Japan and the United Kingdom. That compares with exports of $1.52 billion in the same year.
What is the HS code for measurement device parts?
The HS code for measurement device parts is subheading 9031.90. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9031 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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