Microwave tubes exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $94.8 million of microwave tubes in 2024 (41 tonnes). That makes it the largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 58 countries. That is 26% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $94.8M | 41 t |
| 2023 | $75.5M | 51 t |
| 2022 | $83.5M | 67 t |
| 2021 | $118.0M | 46 t |
| 2020 | $110.2M | 73 t |
| 2019 | $88.9M | 26 t |
| 2018 | $102.2M | 35 t |
| 2017 | $70.9M | 76 t |
Where the United States exports microwave tubes to
Most of it went to Japan (35%), China (12%), South Korea (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Japan grew fastest (+222% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $33.3M | 35% |
| China | $11.4M | 12% |
| South Korea | $8.3M | 8.8% |
| Canada | $8.2M | 8.6% |
| United Kingdom | $4.9M | 5.2% |
| Israel | $4.2M | 4.5% |
| Taiwan | $3.5M | 3.7% |
| France | $3.3M | 3.5% |
| Germany | $3.3M | 3.5% |
| Luxembourg | $3.1M | 3.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2,312.43 per kg, 146% above the world average of $938.23. 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.
Microwave tubes imports to the United States
The United States imported $64.3 million of microwave tubes in 2024 (44 tonnes). It ranks 1st of 106 countries for imports of this product. One supplier dominates: Germany accounted for 69% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $44.7M | 69% |
| France | $9.2M | 14% |
| Japan | $6.8M | 11% |
| Sweden | $996K | 1.6% |
| Canada | $814K | 1.3% |
| United Kingdom | $726K | 1.1% |
| Belgium | $700K | 1.1% |
| Netherlands | $190K | 0.3% |
| Czech Republic | $117K | 0.2% |
| South Africa | $64K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States microwave tubes exports (HS 8540.79): 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 8540.79: Tubes: microwave (for example klystrons, travelling wave tubes, carlinotrons), excluding magnetrons and grid-controlled tubes.
Common questions
What is the value of microwave tubes exported by the United States?
The United States exported microwave tubes worth $94.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 41 tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 58 countries worldwide, with 33% of world exports. The value was up 26% on 2023.
Which countries buy microwave tubes from the United States?
Japan was the largest buyer with 35% of the value ($33.3 million), followed by China (12%) and South Korea (9%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 47 buyer countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 222% on the year.
What is the average export price of microwave tubes per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2,312.43 per kg in 2024, 146% above the world average of $938.23 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of microwave tubes from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $70.9 million in 2017 to $94.8 million in 2024, an increase of 34%. The peak was 2021 at $118.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $93.0 million a year.
Does the United States also import microwave tubes?
Yes. The United States imported $64.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, France and Japan. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $30.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for microwave tubes?
The HS code for microwave tubes is subheading 8540.79. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8540 page.
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