Musical instrument strings exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported musical instrument strings worth $100.5 million (1.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 104 countries for exports of this product. That is 8% less 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 | $100.5M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $109.8M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $110.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $115.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $85.3M | 849 t |
| 2019 | $93.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $87.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $84.2M | 1.1K t |
Where the United States exports musical instrument strings to
Most of it went to Japan (14%), Germany (10%), Canada (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 33%. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+41% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $13.9M | 14% |
| Germany | $10.5M | 11% |
| Canada | $8.4M | 8.4% |
| United Kingdom | $7.2M | 7.2% |
| China | $6.4M | 6.4% |
| Australia | $4.2M | 4.2% |
| Indonesia | $3.7M | 3.7% |
| South Korea | $3.1M | 3.1% |
| France | $3.1M | 3% |
| Mexico | $2.8M | 2.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $82.37 per kg, close to the world average of $92.80.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Musical instrument strings imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported musical instrument strings worth $18.9 million (154 tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 188 countries. Most of the value came from Austria (24%), Germany (23%), Mexico (22%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | $4.5M | 24% |
| Germany | $4.4M | 24% |
| Mexico | $4.1M | 22% |
| Denmark | $1.5M | 7.8% |
| United Kingdom | $999K | 5.3% |
| Italy | $855K | 4.5% |
| France | $589K | 3.1% |
| China | $520K | 2.8% |
| Bulgaria | $297K | 1.6% |
| Australia | $208K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States musical instrument strings exports (HS 9209.30): 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 9209.30: Musical instrument strings.
Common questions
What is the value of musical instrument strings exported by the United States?
The United States exported musical instrument strings worth $100.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 104 countries worldwide, with 38% of world exports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries buy musical instrument strings from the United States?
Japan was the largest buyer with 14% of the value ($13.9 million), followed by Germany (10%) and Canada (8%). The top three together account for 33%, out of 118 buyer countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 41% on the year.
What is the average export price of musical instrument strings per kg?
The average declared export value was about $82.37 per kg in 2024, 11% below the world average of $92.80 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of musical instrument strings from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $84.2 million in 2017 to $100.5 million in 2024, an increase of 19%. The peak was 2021 at $115.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $98.3 million a year.
Does the United States also import musical instrument strings?
Yes. The United States imported $18.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Austria, Germany and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $81.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for musical instrument strings?
The HS code for musical instrument strings is subheading 9209.30. It sits in HS chapter 92 (musical instruments; parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9209 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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