Metal melting furnaces imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of metal melting furnaces by the United States reached $94.7 million in 2024 (6.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 178 countries. That is 32% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $138.3 million.
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 | $94.7M | 6.8K t |
| 2023 | $138.3M | 9.1K t |
| 2022 | $77.5M | 5.7K t |
| 2021 | $57.7M | 13.9K t |
| 2020 | $86.2M | 11.2K t |
| 2019 | $60.6M | 5.7K t |
| 2018 | $44.6M | 3.2K t |
| 2017 | $75.0M | 5.5K t |
Where the United States imports metal melting furnaces from
Most of the value came from Germany (17%), Italy (15%), Mexico (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 42%. Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $16.3M | 17% |
| Italy | $14.0M | 15% |
| Mexico | $9.3M | 9.9% |
| Vietnam | $7.9M | 8.4% |
| Canada | $7.2M | 7.6% |
| China | $7.0M | 7.4% |
| South Korea | $5.7M | 6.1% |
| Turkey | $4.3M | 4.5% |
| Japan | $4.1M | 4.3% |
| Slovenia | $3.3M | 3.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.93 per kg, 49% above the world average of $9.34. 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 melting furnaces exports from the United States
Exports of metal melting furnaces by the United States reached $71.0 million in 2024 (4.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 95 countries. One buyer market dominates: Mexico accounted for 58% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+321% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $41.4M | 58% |
| Canada | $11.9M | 17% |
| China | $2.7M | 3.9% |
| Poland | $1.9M | 2.7% |
| Taiwan | $1.7M | 2.4% |
| India | $1.7M | 2.4% |
| Argentina | $1.6M | 2.2% |
| Australia | $868K | 1.2% |
| Japan | $837K | 1.2% |
| Thailand | $811K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States metal melting furnaces imports (HS 8417.10): 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 8417.10: Furnaces and ovens: non-electric, for the roasting, melting or other heat-treatment of ores, pyrites or of metals, for industrial or laboratory use.
Common questions
What is the value of metal melting furnaces imported by the United States?
The United States imported metal melting furnaces worth $94.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 178 countries worldwide, with 9% of world imports. The value was down 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal melting furnaces to the United States?
Germany was the largest supplier with 17% of the value ($16.3 million), followed by Italy (15%) and Mexico (10%). The top three together account for 42%, out of 44 supplier countries in total. Mexico grew fastest among the top ten, up 235% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal melting furnaces per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.93 per kg in 2024, 49% above the world average of $9.34 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of metal melting furnaces to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $75.0 million in 2017 to $94.7 million in 2024, an increase of 26%. The peak was 2023 at $138.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $79.3 million a year.
Does the United States also export metal melting furnaces?
Yes. The United States exported $71.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and China. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $23.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal melting furnaces?
The HS code for metal melting furnaces is subheading 8417.10. 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 8417 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United States. Tell us your product to see it live.
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