Nickel wire imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported nickel wire worth $10.9 million (172 tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 95 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 19% 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 | $10.9M | 172 t |
| 2023 | $9.2M | 180 t |
| 2022 | $12.8M | 339 t |
| 2021 | $6.3M | 245 t |
| 2020 | $6.1M | 187 t |
| 2019 | $6.7M | 203 t |
| 2018 | $5.4M | 217 t |
| 2017 | $9.2M | 219 t |
Where the United States imports nickel wire from
The largest suppliers were Costa Rica (22%), India (14%), France (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 48%. Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Costa Rica | $2.4M | 22% |
| India | $1.5M | 14% |
| France | $1.3M | 12% |
| Canada | $1.3M | 12% |
| Netherlands | $1.2M | 11% |
| Ireland | $1.2M | 11% |
| Austria | $826K | 7.6% |
| Germany | $703K | 6.5% |
| Belgium | $160K | 1.5% |
| United Kingdom | $98K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $63.43 per kg, 177% above the world average of $22.92. 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 wire exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported nickel wire worth $8.5 million (164 tonnes). It ranks 4th of 49 countries for exports of this product. One buyer market dominates: Mexico accounted for 71% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+258% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $6.0M | 71% |
| China | $654K | 7.7% |
| Malaysia | $369K | 4.4% |
| Germany | $366K | 4.3% |
| United Kingdom | $301K | 3.6% |
| Canada | $216K | 2.6% |
| South Korea | $117K | 1.4% |
| Vietnam | $73K | 0.9% |
| Costa Rica | $47K | 0.6% |
| Poland | $32K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States nickel wire imports (HS 7505.21): 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 7505.21: Nickel: wire, not alloyed.
Common questions
What is the value of nickel wire imported by the United States?
The United States imported nickel wire worth $10.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 172 tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 95 countries worldwide, with 14% of world imports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply nickel wire to the United States?
Costa Rica was the largest supplier with 22% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by India (14%) and France (12%). The top three together account for 48%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Costa Rica grew fastest among the top ten, up 336% on the year.
What is the average import price of nickel wire per kg?
The average declared import value was about $63.43 per kg in 2024, 177% above the world average of $22.92 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of nickel wire to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.2 million in 2017 to $10.9 million in 2024, an increase of 18%. The peak was 2022 at $12.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.3 million a year.
Does the United States also export nickel wire?
Yes. The United States exported $8.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, China and Malaysia. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $2.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for nickel wire?
The HS code for nickel wire is subheading 7505.21. It sits in HS chapter 75 (nickel and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7505 page.
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