Nickel-cadmium batteries exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of nickel-cadmium batteries by the United States reached $181.0 million in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 123 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 6% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
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 | $181.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $171.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $151.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $98.0M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $82.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $102.9M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $105.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $99.9M | 1.6K t |
Where the United States exports nickel-cadmium batteries to
Most of it went to Germany (18%), United Kingdom (12%), China (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 36%. Among the main buyer markets, Hong Kong grew fastest (+254% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $32.9M | 18% |
| United Kingdom | $21.0M | 12% |
| China | $11.9M | 6.6% |
| Canada | $11.8M | 6.5% |
| Italy | $11.6M | 6.4% |
| Singapore | $11.2M | 6.2% |
| Hong Kong | $10.6M | 5.9% |
| Japan | $7.8M | 4.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $5.6M | 3.1% |
| France | $5.6M | 3.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $150.32 per kg, 482% above the world average of $25.85. 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.
Nickel-cadmium batteries imports to the United States
The United States imported $123.4 million of nickel-cadmium batteries in 2024 (1.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 198 countries. Most of the value came from France (36%), Germany (19%), Sweden (12%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+42% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $44.9M | 36% |
| Germany | $22.9M | 19% |
| Sweden | $15.2M | 12% |
| China | $13.8M | 11% |
| Japan | $5.0M | 4% |
| India | $4.0M | 3.3% |
| Canada | $2.6M | 2.1% |
| Mexico | $1.6M | 1.3% |
| Brazil | $1.6M | 1.3% |
| United Kingdom | $1.4M | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States nickel-cadmium batteries exports (HS 8507.30): 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 8507.30: Electric accumulators: nickel-cadmium, including separators, whether or not rectangular (including square).
Common questions
What is the value of nickel-cadmium batteries exported by the United States?
The United States exported nickel-cadmium batteries worth $181.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 123 countries worldwide, with 20% of world exports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries buy nickel-cadmium batteries from the United States?
Germany was the largest buyer with 18% of the value ($32.9 million), followed by the United Kingdom (12%) and China (7%). The top three together account for 36%, out of 144 buyer countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 254% on the year.
What is the average export price of nickel-cadmium batteries per kg?
The average declared export value was about $150.32 per kg in 2024, 482% above the world average of $25.85 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of nickel-cadmium batteries from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $99.9 million in 2017 to $181.0 million in 2024, an increase of 81%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $124.1 million a year.
Does the United States also import nickel-cadmium batteries?
Yes. The United States imported $123.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from France, Germany and Sweden. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $57.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for nickel-cadmium batteries?
The HS code for nickel-cadmium batteries is subheading 8507.30. 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 8507 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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