Metal presses (non-hydraulic) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $545.5 million of metal presses (non-hydraulic) in 2024 (29.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 196 countries for imports of this product. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% 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 | $545.5M | 29.5K t |
| 2023 | $533.7M | 32.6K t |
| 2022 | $380.4M | 30.1K t |
| 2021 | $82.0M | 5.6K t |
| 2020 | $99.7M | 7.8K t |
| 2019 | $106.1M | 8.4K t |
| 2018 | $134.1M | 11.4K t |
| 2017 | $164.5M | 13.7K t |
Where the United States imports metal presses (non-hydraulic) from
The largest suppliers were Germany (20%), South Korea (15%), Japan (15%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 50%. Among the main suppliers, Taiwan grew fastest (+38% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $107.8M | 20% |
| South Korea | $83.2M | 15% |
| Japan | $80.7M | 15% |
| Brazil | $59.7M | 11% |
| Italy | $49.1M | 9% |
| Taiwan | $28.7M | 5.3% |
| Finland | $25.9M | 4.7% |
| China | $21.6M | 4% |
| Canada | $20.4M | 3.8% |
| Switzerland | $17.4M | 3.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $18.46 per kg, 102% above the world average of $9.13. 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 presses (non-hydraulic) exports from the United States
Exports of metal presses (non-hydraulic) by the United States reached $114.1 million in 2024 (10.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 129 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Mexico (34%), Canada (24%), Thailand (4%). Among the main buyer markets, Kazakhstan grew fastest (+470% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $39.0M | 34% |
| Canada | $27.4M | 24% |
| Thailand | $4.6M | 4% |
| United Kingdom | $4.3M | 3.8% |
| Kazakhstan | $3.8M | 3.4% |
| China | $3.4M | 3% |
| South Korea | $3.3M | 2.9% |
| Australia | $2.8M | 2.5% |
| India | $2.7M | 2.4% |
| Malaysia | $2.4M | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States metal presses (non-hydraulic) imports (HS 8462.99): 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 8462.99: Machine-tools: presses for working metal or metal carbides, n.e.c. in heading no. 8462, other than hydraulic presses.
Common questions
What is the value of metal presses (non-hydraulic) imported by the United States?
The United States imported metal presses (non-hydraulic) worth $545.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 29.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 196 countries worldwide, with 16% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal presses (non-hydraulic) to the United States?
Germany was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($107.8 million), followed by South Korea (15%) and Japan (15%). The top three together account for 50%, out of 51 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 38% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal presses (non-hydraulic) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $18.46 per kg in 2024, 102% above the world average of $9.13 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of metal presses (non-hydraulic) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $164.5 million in 2017 to $545.5 million in 2024, an increase of 232%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $255.7 million a year.
Does the United States also export metal presses (non-hydraulic)?
Yes. The United States exported $114.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and Thailand. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $431.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal presses (non-hydraulic)?
The HS code for metal presses (non-hydraulic) is subheading 8462.99. 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 8462 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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