Metal buckles imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported metal buckles worth $141.5 million (8.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 213 countries. Value rose 9% 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 | $141.5M | 8.6K t |
| 2023 | $130.4M | 7.2K t |
| 2022 | $145.1M | 8.3K t |
| 2021 | $129.8M | 7.9K t |
| 2020 | $100.4M | 6.3K t |
| 2019 | $110.2M | 7.3K t |
| 2018 | $123.0M | 8.3K t |
| 2017 | $108.0M | 6.1K t |
Where the United States imports metal buckles from
The largest suppliers were China (18%), Taiwan (17%), Mexico (17%). Among the main suppliers, Cambodia grew fastest (+146% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $25.4M | 18% |
| Taiwan | $23.9M | 17% |
| Mexico | $23.7M | 17% |
| France | $14.5M | 10% |
| Austria | $8.8M | 6.2% |
| Canada | $8.3M | 5.9% |
| Italy | $4.9M | 3.5% |
| Turkey | $4.8M | 3.4% |
| Switzerland | $3.6M | 2.5% |
| Cambodia | $3.3M | 2.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.53 per kg, close to the world average of $18.84.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Metal buckles exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported metal buckles worth $46.0 million (1.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. The largest buyer markets were Mexico (26%), Japan (13%), Canada (13%). Among the main buyer markets, South Korea grew fastest (+436% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $11.8M | 26% |
| Japan | $6.2M | 14% |
| Canada | $6.1M | 13% |
| Dominican Republic | $4.8M | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $3.5M | 7.5% |
| South Korea | $1.6M | 3.4% |
| Germany | $1.4M | 3.1% |
| China | $1.2M | 2.6% |
| Hong Kong | $590K | 1.3% |
| India | $585K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States metal buckles imports (HS 8308.90): 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 8308.90: Clasps, frames with clasps, buckles, buckle clasps: of base metal, of a kind used for clothing & accessories, footwear, jewellery, wrist-watches, books, awnings, leather goods, travel goods, saddlery etc, including parts.
Common questions
What is the value of metal buckles imported by the United States?
The United States imported metal buckles worth $141.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 213 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal buckles to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 18% of the value ($25.4 million), followed by Taiwan (17%) and Mexico (17%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 77 supplier countries in total. Cambodia grew fastest among the top ten, up 146% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal buckles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $16.53 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $18.84 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of metal buckles to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $108.0 million in 2017 to $141.5 million in 2024, an increase of 31%. The peak was 2022 at $145.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $123.5 million a year.
Does the United States also export metal buckles?
Yes. The United States exported $46.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Japan and Canada. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $95.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal buckles?
The HS code for metal buckles is subheading 8308.90. It sits in HS chapter 83 (metal; miscellaneous products of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8308 page.
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