Microscope parts and accessories imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $175.8 million of microscope parts and accessories in 2024 (930 tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 185 countries. Value rose 5% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $175.8M | 930 t |
| 2023 | $166.8M | 868 t |
| 2022 | $172.7M | 974 t |
| 2021 | $146.2M | 741 t |
| 2020 | $126.2M | 686 t |
| 2019 | $154.7M | 782 t |
| 2018 | $141.6M | 413 t |
| 2017 | $127.1M | 405 t |
Where the United States imports microscope parts and accessories from
The largest suppliers were Japan (33%), Germany (23%), China (8%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $57.3M | 33% |
| Germany | $41.2M | 23% |
| China | $14.3M | 8.2% |
| Italy | $13.2M | 7.5% |
| United Kingdom | $12.3M | 7% |
| Canada | $8.8M | 5% |
| Sweden | $6.0M | 3.4% |
| Singapore | $5.3M | 3% |
| Israel | $2.1M | 1.2% |
| Thailand | $2.1M | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $189.04 per kg, close to the world average of $187.66.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Microscope parts and accessories exports from the United States
The United States exported $87.4 million of microscope parts and accessories in 2024 (186 tonnes). It ranks 4th of 113 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Germany (25%), Netherlands (9%), Singapore (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 42%. Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+387% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $22.0M | 25% |
| Netherlands | $7.9M | 9% |
| Singapore | $6.8M | 7.8% |
| China | $4.9M | 5.6% |
| Canada | $4.8M | 5.5% |
| United Kingdom | $4.5M | 5.1% |
| Japan | $4.3M | 5% |
| Costa Rica | $3.3M | 3.8% |
| Mexico | $3.0M | 3.5% |
| Hong Kong | $2.2M | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States microscope parts and accessories imports (HS 9011.90): 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 9011.90: Microscopes, compound optical: parts and accessories (including those for photomicrography, cinephotomicrography or microprojection).
Common questions
What is the value of microscope parts and accessories imported by the United States?
The United States imported microscope parts and accessories worth $175.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 930 tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 185 countries worldwide, with 17% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply microscope parts and accessories to the United States?
Japan was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($57.3 million), followed by Germany (23%) and China (8%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 51 supplier countries in total. Israel grew fastest among the top ten, up 137% on the year.
What is the average import price of microscope parts and accessories per kg?
The average declared import value was about $189.04 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $187.66 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of microscope parts and accessories to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $127.1 million in 2017 to $175.8 million in 2024, an increase of 38%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $151.4 million a year.
Does the United States also export microscope parts and accessories?
Yes. The United States exported $87.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, the Netherlands and Singapore. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $88.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for microscope parts and accessories?
The HS code for microscope parts and accessories is subheading 9011.90. 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 9011 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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