Metal picture frames imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of metal picture frames by the United States reached $83.0 million in 2024 (14.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 210 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 7% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $107.7 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 | $83.0M | 14.5K t |
| 2023 | $77.5M | 13.0K t |
| 2022 | $86.0M | 12.2K t |
| 2021 | $82.9M | 13.1K t |
| 2020 | $67.0M | 11.9K t |
| 2019 | $82.4M | 12.5K t |
| 2018 | $107.7M | 15.3K t |
| 2017 | $101.1M | 12.9K t |
Where the United States imports metal picture frames from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 73% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $60.4M | 73% |
| India | $7.0M | 8.4% |
| Vietnam | $2.8M | 3.4% |
| Taiwan | $2.4M | 2.9% |
| Malaysia | $1.9M | 2.3% |
| Turkey | $1.2M | 1.5% |
| Mexico | $1.0M | 1.3% |
| United Kingdom | $940K | 1.1% |
| Germany | $846K | 1% |
| Canada | $825K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.73 per kg, close to the world average of $5.37.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Metal picture frames exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported metal picture frames worth $6.4 million (471 tonnes). It ranks 5th of 163 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Canada (37%), United Kingdom (7%), China (4%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 48%. Among the main buyer markets, Philippines grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $2.4M | 37% |
| United Kingdom | $434K | 6.8% |
| China | $263K | 4.1% |
| Mexico | $241K | 3.8% |
| Philippines | $228K | 3.6% |
| Germany | $207K | 3.3% |
| Singapore | $179K | 2.8% |
| Saint Lucia | $128K | 2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $114K | 1.8% |
| Turkey | $105K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States metal picture frames imports (HS 8306.30): 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 8306.30: Photograph, picture or similar frames, mirrors: of base metal.
Common questions
What is the value of metal picture frames imported by the United States?
The United States imported metal picture frames worth $83.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 210 countries worldwide, with 26% of world imports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal picture frames to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 73% of the value ($60.4 million), followed by India (8%) and Vietnam (3%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 66 supplier countries in total. Mexico grew fastest among the top ten, up 181% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal picture frames per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.73 per kg in 2024, 7% above the world average of $5.37 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of metal picture frames to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $101.1 million in 2017 to $83.0 million in 2024, a fall of 18%. The peak was 2018 at $107.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $86.0 million a year.
Does the United States also export metal picture frames?
Yes. The United States exported $6.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, the United Kingdom and China. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $76.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal picture frames?
The HS code for metal picture frames is subheading 8306.30. It sits in HS chapter 83 (metal; miscellaneous products of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8306 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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