Metal forming machines (other types) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $288.1 million of metal forming machines (other types) in 2024 (6.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 195 countries for imports of this product. That is 15% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average.
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 | $288.1M | 6.6K t |
| 2023 | $251.4M | 5.4K t |
| 2022 | $242.0M | 4.4K t |
| 2021 | $95.0M | 2.3K t |
| 2020 | $88.9M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $94.5M | 2.4K t |
| 2018 | $127.0M | 3.3K t |
| 2017 | $122.0M | 3.8K t |
Where the United States imports metal forming machines (other types) from
One supplier dominates: Germany accounted for 67% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+37% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $191.9M | 67% |
| Canada | $11.9M | 4.1% |
| United Kingdom | $11.5M | 4% |
| China | $9.5M | 3.3% |
| Australia | $9.3M | 3.2% |
| Spain | $7.8M | 2.7% |
| Japan | $7.0M | 2.4% |
| Italy | $5.8M | 2% |
| France | $4.7M | 1.6% |
| Switzerland | $4.6M | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $43.80 per kg, 135% above the world average of $18.63. 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 forming machines (other types) exports from the United States
Exports of metal forming machines (other types) by the United States reached $83.3 million in 2024 (4.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 111 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Mexico (24%), Canada (22%), India (5%). Among the main buyer markets, Jamaica grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $19.8M | 24% |
| Canada | $18.3M | 22% |
| India | $4.6M | 5.5% |
| Kazakhstan | $3.7M | 4.5% |
| Japan | $3.0M | 3.6% |
| Turkey | $2.6M | 3.1% |
| Jamaica | $2.2M | 2.6% |
| Australia | $2.1M | 2.5% |
| China | $1.9M | 2.3% |
| Germany | $1.8M | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States metal forming machines (other types) imports (HS 8463.90): 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 8463.90: Machine-tools: for working metal, sintered metal carbides or cermets, without removing material, n.e.c. in heading no. 8463.
Common questions
What is the value of metal forming machines (other types) imported by the United States?
The United States imported metal forming machines (other types) worth $288.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 195 countries worldwide, with 23% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal forming machines (other types) to the United States?
Germany was the largest supplier with 67% of the value ($191.9 million), followed by Canada (4%) and the United Kingdom (4%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 46 supplier countries in total. Australia grew fastest among the top ten, up 80% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal forming machines (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $43.80 per kg in 2024, 135% above the world average of $18.63 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of metal forming machines (other types) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $122.0 million in 2017 to $288.1 million in 2024, an increase of 136%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $163.6 million a year.
Does the United States also export metal forming machines (other types)?
Yes. The United States exported $83.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and India. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $204.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal forming machines (other types)?
The HS code for metal forming machines (other types) is subheading 8463.90. 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 8463 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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