Metal testing machines exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of metal testing machines by the United States reached $95.6 million in 2024 (719 tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 128 countries. Value fell 7% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $134.8 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $95.6M | 719 t |
| 2023 | $102.3M | 3.3K t |
| 2022 | $111.1M | 686 t |
| 2021 | $97.6M | 713 t |
| 2020 | $107.1M | 781 t |
| 2019 | $124.4M | 864 t |
| 2018 | $134.8M | 687 t |
| 2017 | $126.6M | 853 t |
Where the United States exports metal testing machines to
The largest buyer markets were China (20%), Canada (10%), Mexico (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 39%. Among the main buyer markets, Brazil grew fastest (+242% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $18.7M | 20% |
| Canada | $10.0M | 11% |
| Mexico | $8.4M | 8.8% |
| South Korea | $7.2M | 7.5% |
| Brazil | $5.6M | 5.9% |
| Germany | $5.4M | 5.6% |
| India | $3.0M | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $3.0M | 3.2% |
| Turkey | $2.9M | 3.1% |
| Taiwan | $2.4M | 2.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $132.89 per kg, 135% above the world average of $56.56. 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 testing machines imports to the United States
The United States imported $89.6 million of metal testing machines in 2024 (1.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 186 countries for imports of this product. Most of the value came from Canada (21%), United Kingdom (18%), Israel (16%). Among the main suppliers, Israel grew fastest (+188% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $18.8M | 21% |
| United Kingdom | $16.5M | 18% |
| Israel | $14.2M | 16% |
| Germany | $7.4M | 8.3% |
| Switzerland | $3.7M | 4.2% |
| China | $3.7M | 4.1% |
| France | $3.2M | 3.6% |
| South Korea | $2.8M | 3.1% |
| Italy | $2.6M | 2.9% |
| Austria | $2.4M | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States metal testing machines exports (HS 9024.10): 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 9024.10: Machines and appliances: for testing the hardness, strength, compressibility, elasticity or other mechanical properties of metals.
Common questions
What is the value of metal testing machines exported by the United States?
The United States exported metal testing machines worth $95.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 719 tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 128 countries worldwide, with 14% of world exports. The value was down 7% on 2023.
Which countries buy metal testing machines from the United States?
China was the largest buyer with 20% of the value ($18.7 million), followed by Canada (10%) and Mexico (9%). The top three together account for 39%, out of 119 buyer countries in total. Brazil grew fastest among the top ten, up 242% on the year.
What is the average export price of metal testing machines per kg?
The average declared export value was about $132.89 per kg in 2024, 135% above the world average of $56.56 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of metal testing machines from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $126.6 million in 2017 to $95.6 million in 2024, a fall of 25%. The peak was 2018 at $134.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $112.4 million a year.
Does the United States also import metal testing machines?
Yes. The United States imported $89.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada, the United Kingdom and Israel. That compares with exports of $95.6 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for metal testing machines?
The HS code for metal testing machines is subheading 9024.10. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9024 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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