Mineral pelletizing and shaping machines imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported mineral pelletizing and shaping machines worth $160.6 million (9.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 204 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 8% 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 | $160.6M | 9.5K t |
| 2023 | $148.1M | 8.5K t |
| 2022 | $139.7M | 10.9K t |
| 2021 | $99.6M | 6.2K t |
| 2020 | $119.6M | 9.0K t |
| 2019 | $102.0M | 7.5K t |
| 2018 | $137.8M | 9.2K t |
| 2017 | $118.8M | 9.5K t |
Where the United States imports mineral pelletizing and shaping machines from
The largest suppliers were Germany (25%), Denmark (14%), United Kingdom (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 47%. Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $39.5M | 25% |
| Denmark | $21.9M | 14% |
| United Kingdom | $14.3M | 8.9% |
| South Korea | $12.8M | 8% |
| Spain | $10.6M | 6.6% |
| Japan | $9.2M | 5.7% |
| France | $7.0M | 4.3% |
| China | $6.2M | 3.9% |
| Italy | $5.7M | 3.5% |
| Thailand | $4.4M | 2.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.85 per kg, 88% above the world average of $8.95. 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.
Mineral pelletizing and shaping machines exports from the United States
Exports of mineral pelletizing and shaping machines by the United States reached $89.0 million in 2024 (5.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 130 countries. Most of it went to Canada (45%), Mexico (25%), Chile (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Chile grew fastest (+957% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $39.9M | 45% |
| Mexico | $21.9M | 25% |
| Chile | $5.0M | 5.6% |
| United Kingdom | $2.6M | 3% |
| Saint Lucia | $2.4M | 2.7% |
| Indonesia | $2.0M | 2.2% |
| Estonia | $1.8M | 2.1% |
| Germany | $1.8M | 2% |
| China | $1.2M | 1.4% |
| India | $1.0M | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States mineral pelletizing and shaping machines imports (HS 8474.80): 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 8474.80: Machines: for agglomerating, shaping or moulding solid mineral fuels, ceramic paste, unhardened cements, plastering materials in powder or paste form, machines for forming foundry moulds of sand.
Common questions
What is the value of mineral pelletizing and shaping machines imported by the United States?
The United States imported mineral pelletizing and shaping machines worth $160.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 204 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply mineral pelletizing and shaping machines to the United States?
Germany was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($39.5 million), followed by Denmark (14%) and the United Kingdom (9%). The top three together account for 47%, out of 47 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 110% on the year.
What is the average import price of mineral pelletizing and shaping machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $16.85 per kg in 2024, 88% above the world average of $8.95 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of mineral pelletizing and shaping machines to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $118.8 million in 2017 to $160.6 million in 2024, an increase of 35%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $128.3 million a year.
Does the United States also export mineral pelletizing and shaping machines?
Yes. The United States exported $89.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and Chile. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $71.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for mineral pelletizing and shaping machines?
The HS code for mineral pelletizing and shaping machines is subheading 8474.80. 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 8474 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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