Numerical control bending presses imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $539.7 million of numerical control bending presses in 2024 (36.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 199 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 23% 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 .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $539.7M | 36.0K t |
| 2023 | $439.6M | 32.3K t |
| 2022 | $330.6M | 24.0K t |
| 2021 | $312.4M | 23.5K t |
| 2020 | $287.4M | 20.8K t |
| 2019 | $354.9M | 24.1K t |
| 2018 | $356.1M | 24.2K t |
| 2017 | $293.2M | 21.4K t |
Where the United States imports numerical control bending presses from
Most of the value came from Italy (25%), Austria (18%), Japan (14%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+142% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $135.9M | 25% |
| Austria | $95.0M | 18% |
| Japan | $76.6M | 14% |
| Germany | $55.4M | 10% |
| Switzerland | $34.1M | 6.3% |
| Netherlands | $22.1M | 4.1% |
| Sweden | $21.8M | 4% |
| Turkey | $21.3M | 3.9% |
| China | $15.5M | 2.9% |
| Canada | $10.7M | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.00 per kg, 35% above the world average of $11.14. 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.
Numerical control bending presses exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported numerical control bending presses worth $107.6 million (6.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 107 countries for exports of this product. Mexico alone took 70% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $75.3M | 70% |
| Canada | $22.4M | 21% |
| Brazil | $1.3M | 1.2% |
| Nigeria | $1.0M | 1% |
| Argentina | $887K | 0.8% |
| Turkey | $720K | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $473K | 0.4% |
| China | $426K | 0.4% |
| India | $369K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $342K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States numerical control bending presses imports (HS 8462.21): 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 8462.21: Machine-tools: bending, folding, straightening or flattening machines (including presses), numerically controlled, for working metal.
Common questions
What is the value of numerical control bending presses imported by the United States?
The United States imported numerical control bending presses worth $539.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 36.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 199 countries worldwide, with 19% of world imports. The value was up 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply numerical control bending presses to the United States?
Italy was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($135.9 million), followed by Austria (18%) and Japan (14%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 44 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 142% on the year.
What is the average import price of numerical control bending presses per kg?
The average declared import value was about $15.00 per kg in 2024, 35% above the world average of $11.14 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of numerical control bending presses to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $293.2 million in 2017 to $539.7 million in 2024, an increase of 84%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $364.2 million a year.
Does the United States also export numerical control bending presses?
Yes. The United States exported $107.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and Brazil. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $432.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for numerical control bending presses?
The HS code for numerical control bending presses is subheading 8462.21. 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 8462 page.
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