Milking machines exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported milking machines worth $19.9 million (553 tonnes). It ranks 6th of 74 countries for exports of this product. That is 20% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $43.4 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 | $19.9M | 553 t |
| 2023 | $24.8M | 567 t |
| 2022 | $29.2M | 924 t |
| 2021 | $29.5M | 819 t |
| 2020 | $25.0M | 806 t |
| 2019 | $43.4M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $40.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $37.3M | 1.6K t |
Where the United States exports milking machines to
Canada alone took 78% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+406% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $15.5M | 78% |
| Saudi Arabia | $975K | 4.9% |
| Germany | $915K | 4.6% |
| Mexico | $621K | 3.1% |
| Brazil | $568K | 2.9% |
| Netherlands | $377K | 1.9% |
| Argentina | $225K | 1.1% |
| Nigeria | $148K | 0.8% |
| Venezuela | $106K | 0.5% |
| Ethiopia | $90K | 0.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $35.95 per kg, close to the world average of $38.74.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Milking machines imports to the United States
Imports of milking machines by the United States reached $11.8 million in 2024 (236 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. The largest suppliers were Germany (43%), Sweden (22%), Israel (7%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+246% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $5.1M | 43% |
| Sweden | $2.6M | 22% |
| Israel | $862K | 7.3% |
| China | $802K | 6.8% |
| Canada | $716K | 6.1% |
| Turkey | $368K | 3.1% |
| United Kingdom | $305K | 2.6% |
| Denmark | $295K | 2.5% |
| Ireland | $283K | 2.4% |
| Netherlands | $149K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States milking machines exports (HS 8434.10): 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 8434.10: Milking machines.
Common questions
What is the value of milking machines exported by the United States?
The United States exported milking machines worth $19.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 553 tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 74 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was down 20% on 2023.
Which countries buy milking machines from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 78% of the value ($15.5 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (5%) and Germany (5%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 56 buyer countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 406% on the year.
What is the average export price of milking machines per kg?
The average declared export value was about $35.95 per kg in 2024, 7% below the world average of $38.74 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of milking machines from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $37.3 million in 2017 to $19.9 million in 2024, a fall of 47%. The peak was 2019 at $43.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $31.2 million a year.
Does the United States also import milking machines?
Yes. The United States imported $11.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, Sweden and Israel. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $8.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for milking machines?
The HS code for milking machines is subheading 8434.10. 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 8434 page.
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