Multilayer ceramic capacitors imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $2.52 billion of multilayer ceramic capacitors in 2024 (12.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 149 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 81% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% a year on average.
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 | $2.52B | 12.1K t |
| 2023 | $1.39B | 7.1K t |
| 2022 | $1.54B | 6.8K t |
| 2021 | $1.27B | 6.2K t |
| 2020 | $727.5M | 3.8K t |
| 2019 | $923.7M | 4.2K t |
| 2018 | $886.1M | 4.1K t |
| 2017 | $583.1M | 3.8K t |
Where the United States imports multilayer ceramic capacitors from
China alone supplied 66% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+211% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.68B | 66% |
| Japan | $459.8M | 18% |
| Philippines | $85.6M | 3.4% |
| Mexico | $67.4M | 2.7% |
| South Korea | $65.1M | 2.6% |
| Taiwan | $50.8M | 2% |
| Malaysia | $38.2M | 1.5% |
| United Kingdom | $26.9M | 1.1% |
| Israel | $15.7M | 0.6% |
| Singapore | $13.2M | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $209.28 per kg, 56% above the world average of $133.86. 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.
Multilayer ceramic capacitors exports from the United States
Exports of multilayer ceramic capacitors by the United States reached $733.9 million in 2024 (6.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 147 countries. One buyer market dominates: Mexico accounted for 63% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $460.4M | 63% |
| Hong Kong | $72.4M | 9.9% |
| Germany | $32.4M | 4.4% |
| Canada | $22.2M | 3% |
| China | $18.5M | 2.5% |
| Malaysia | $14.5M | 2% |
| Israel | $12.0M | 1.6% |
| Singapore | $10.9M | 1.5% |
| France | $10.5M | 1.4% |
| Japan | $9.8M | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States multilayer ceramic capacitors imports (HS 8532.24): 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 8532.24: Electrical capacitors: fixed, ceramic dielectric, multilayer.
Common questions
What is the value of multilayer ceramic capacitors imported by the United States?
The United States imported multilayer ceramic capacitors worth $2.52 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 149 countries worldwide, with 12% of world imports. The value was up 81% on 2023.
Which countries supply multilayer ceramic capacitors to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 66% of the value ($1.68 billion), followed by Japan (18%) and the Philippines (3%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 59 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 211% on the year.
What is the average import price of multilayer ceramic capacitors per kg?
The average declared import value was about $209.28 per kg in 2024, 56% above the world average of $133.86 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of multilayer ceramic capacitors to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $583.1 million in 2017 to $2.52 billion in 2024, an increase of 333%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.23 billion a year.
Does the United States also export multilayer ceramic capacitors?
Yes. The United States exported $733.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Hong Kong and Germany. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $1.79 billion a year.
What is the HS code for multilayer ceramic capacitors?
The HS code for multilayer ceramic capacitors is subheading 8532.24. 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 8532 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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