Metal saw blades imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of metal saw blades by the United States reached $35.0 million in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 200 countries for imports of this product. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $50.9 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 | $35.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $34.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $50.9M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $43.4M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $49.8M | 1.8K t |
| 2019 | $24.4M | 1.0K t |
| 2018 | $49.0M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $29.7M | 1.4K t |
Where the United States imports metal saw blades from
Switzerland alone supplied 64% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $22.3M | 64% |
| China | $7.8M | 22% |
| Sweden | $967K | 2.8% |
| Vietnam | $547K | 1.6% |
| Netherlands | $499K | 1.4% |
| Germany | $487K | 1.4% |
| Japan | $465K | 1.3% |
| Brazil | $451K | 1.3% |
| Taiwan | $385K | 1.1% |
| Australia | $348K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $28.18 per kg, 42% above the world average of $19.81. 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 saw blades exports from the United States
The United States exported $30.1 million of metal saw blades in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 106 countries. The largest buyer markets were Belgium (19%), Canada (16%), Japan (14%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, Belgium grew fastest (+180% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $5.7M | 19% |
| Canada | $4.8M | 16% |
| Japan | $4.4M | 15% |
| Mexico | $2.9M | 9.5% |
| China | $2.5M | 8.4% |
| South Korea | $1.6M | 5.3% |
| Australia | $1.5M | 4.8% |
| United Kingdom | $1.2M | 3.9% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 3.6% |
| Switzerland | $593K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States metal saw blades imports (HS 8202.91): 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 8202.91: Tools, hand: straight saw blades, for working metal.
Common questions
What is the value of metal saw blades imported by the United States?
The United States imported metal saw blades worth $35.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 200 countries worldwide, with 16% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal saw blades to the United States?
Switzerland was the largest supplier with 64% of the value ($22.3 million), followed by China (22%) and Sweden (3%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. Sweden grew fastest among the top ten, up 35% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal saw blades per kg?
The average declared import value was about $28.18 per kg in 2024, 42% above the world average of $19.81 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of metal saw blades to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $29.7 million in 2017 to $35.0 million in 2024, an increase of 18%. The peak was 2022 at $50.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $39.6 million a year.
Does the United States also export metal saw blades?
Yes. The United States exported $30.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Belgium, Canada and Japan. That compares with imports of $35.0 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for metal saw blades?
The HS code for metal saw blades is subheading 8202.91. It sits in HS chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8202 page.
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