Metal fittings exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of metal fittings by the United States reached $1.04 billion in 2024 (15.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 185 countries for exports of this product. That is 24% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
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 | $1.04B | 15.6K t |
| 2023 | $842.0M | 17.5K t |
| 2022 | $752.9M | 17.2K t |
| 2021 | $639.7M | 16.9K t |
| 2020 | $669.2M | 14.3K t |
| 2019 | $721.8M | 16.1K t |
| 2018 | $817.0M | 30.5K t |
| 2017 | $576.0M | 21.3K t |
Where the United States exports metal fittings to
Most of it went to France (15%), Mexico (13%), Canada (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 39%. Among the main buyer markets, South Korea grew fastest (+91% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $156.0M | 15% |
| Mexico | $130.6M | 13% |
| Canada | $115.8M | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $94.2M | 9% |
| China | $58.2M | 5.6% |
| Germany | $40.1M | 3.9% |
| Japan | $36.2M | 3.5% |
| South Korea | $32.4M | 3.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $30.6M | 2.9% |
| Singapore | $28.3M | 2.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $66.90 per kg, 560% above the world average of $10.14. 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.
Metal fittings imports to the United States
The United States imported $739.2 million of metal fittings in 2024 (59.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 221 countries for imports of this product. Most of the value came from China (27%), Canada (10%), Mexico (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 46%. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+45% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $198.7M | 27% |
| Canada | $75.9M | 10% |
| Mexico | $66.5M | 9% |
| Taiwan | $58.6M | 7.9% |
| United Kingdom | $56.8M | 7.7% |
| Germany | $47.7M | 6.5% |
| France | $39.5M | 5.3% |
| India | $29.1M | 3.9% |
| Vietnam | $22.9M | 3.1% |
| Italy | $22.1M | 3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States metal fittings exports (HS 8302.49): 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 8302.49: Mountings, fittings and similar articles: suitable for other than buildings or furniture, of base metal.
Common questions
What is the value of metal fittings exported by the United States?
The United States exported metal fittings worth $1.04 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 15.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 185 countries worldwide, with 23% of world exports. The value was up 24% on 2023.
Which countries buy metal fittings from the United States?
France was the largest buyer with 15% of the value ($156.0 million), followed by Mexico (13%) and Canada (11%). The top three together account for 39%, out of 171 buyer countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 91% on the year.
What is the average export price of metal fittings per kg?
The average declared export value was about $66.90 per kg in 2024, 560% above the world average of $10.14 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of metal fittings from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $576.0 million in 2017 to $1.04 billion in 2024, an increase of 81%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $757.5 million a year.
Does the United States also import metal fittings?
Yes. The United States imported $739.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Canada and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $302.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal fittings?
The HS code for metal fittings is subheading 8302.49. It sits in HS chapter 83 (metal; miscellaneous products of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8302 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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