Nuclear reactor components exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of nuclear reactor components by the United States reached $87.0 million in 2024 (411 tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 45 countries for exports of this product. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $173.8 million.
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 | $87.0M | 411 t |
| 2023 | $85.6M | 281 t |
| 2022 | $173.8M | 783 t |
| 2021 | $63.3M | 242 t |
| 2020 | $77.2M | 462 t |
| 2019 | $74.9M | 290 t |
| 2018 | $100.1M | 247 t |
| 2017 | $58.3M | 886 t |
Where the United States exports nuclear reactor components to
Most of it went to United Kingdom (31%), China (17%), Sweden (17%). Among the main buyer markets, South Korea grew fastest (+979% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $27.2M | 31% |
| China | $15.2M | 18% |
| Sweden | $14.6M | 17% |
| France | $11.1M | 13% |
| Mexico | $4.3M | 4.9% |
| Germany | $3.0M | 3.4% |
| South Korea | $2.8M | 3.2% |
| Switzerland | $2.1M | 2.4% |
| Spain | $1.9M | 2.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.5M | 1.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $211.60 per kg, 121% above the world average of $95.95. 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.
Nuclear reactor components imports to the United States
The United States imported $45.1 million of nuclear reactor components in 2024 (229 tonnes). It ranks 4th of 92 countries for imports of this product. The largest suppliers were Germany (43%), Japan (36%), Sweden (7%). Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest (+188% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $19.4M | 43% |
| Japan | $16.4M | 36% |
| Sweden | $3.2M | 7% |
| Italy | $2.4M | 5.3% |
| France | $1.6M | 3.6% |
| Canada | $1.3M | 2.8% |
| Mexico | $605K | 1.3% |
| Switzerland | $130K | 0.3% |
| Spain | $105K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $15K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States nuclear reactor components exports (HS 8401.40): 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 8401.40: Nuclear reactors: parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of nuclear reactor components exported by the United States?
The United States exported nuclear reactor components worth $87.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 411 tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 45 countries worldwide, with 10% of world exports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries buy nuclear reactor components from the United States?
The United Kingdom was the largest buyer with 31% of the value ($27.2 million), followed by China (17%) and Sweden (17%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 32 buyer countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 979% on the year.
What is the average export price of nuclear reactor components per kg?
The average declared export value was about $211.60 per kg in 2024, 121% above the world average of $95.95 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of nuclear reactor components from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $58.3 million in 2017 to $87.0 million in 2024, an increase of 49%. The peak was 2022 at $173.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $90.0 million a year.
Does the United States also import nuclear reactor components?
Yes. The United States imported $45.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, Japan and Sweden. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $41.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for nuclear reactor components?
The HS code for nuclear reactor components is subheading 8401.40. 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 8401 page.
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