Oil extraction and pressing machinery imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $41.6 million of oil extraction and pressing machinery in 2024 (2.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 192 countries. That is 9% 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 .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $41.6M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $45.9M | 2.7K t |
| 2022 | $39.4M | 2.7K t |
| 2021 | $23.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $18.2M | 1.0K t |
| 2019 | $21.7M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $29.9M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $31.2M | 1.8K t |
Where the United States imports oil extraction and pressing machinery from
Most of the value came from China (31%), Italy (12%), United Kingdom (11%). Among the main suppliers, Croatia grew fastest (+239% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $12.7M | 31% |
| Italy | $5.2M | 12% |
| United Kingdom | $4.6M | 11% |
| Malaysia | $4.1M | 9.8% |
| Denmark | $3.5M | 8.5% |
| India | $3.1M | 7.6% |
| Canada | $2.1M | 5.1% |
| Croatia | $1.9M | 4.5% |
| Mexico | $1.4M | 3.4% |
| Germany | $830K | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $18.58 per kg, 33% above the world average of $13.95. 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.
Oil extraction and pressing machinery exports from the United States
Exports of oil extraction and pressing machinery by the United States reached $23.2 million in 2024 (968 tonnes). It ranks 10th of 109 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Canada (30%), Mexico (25%), Turkey (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest (+467% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $7.0M | 30% |
| Mexico | $5.8M | 25% |
| Turkey | $1.8M | 7.8% |
| Dominican Republic | $1.6M | 7% |
| China | $1.1M | 4.7% |
| Argentina | $617K | 2.7% |
| Australia | $529K | 2.3% |
| United Kingdom | $488K | 2.1% |
| Indonesia | $469K | 2% |
| Belize | $445K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States oil extraction and pressing machinery imports (HS 8479.20): 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 8479.20: Machinery: for the extraction or preparation of animal or fixed vegetable fats or oils.
Common questions
What is the value of oil extraction and pressing machinery imported by the United States?
The United States imported oil extraction and pressing machinery worth $41.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 192 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply oil extraction and pressing machinery to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($12.7 million), followed by Italy (12%) and the United Kingdom (11%). The top three together account for 54%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Croatia grew fastest among the top ten, up 239% on the year.
What is the average import price of oil extraction and pressing machinery per kg?
The average declared import value was about $18.58 per kg in 2024, 33% above the world average of $13.95 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of oil extraction and pressing machinery to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $31.2 million in 2017 to $41.6 million in 2024, an increase of 33%. The peak was 2023 at $45.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $31.4 million a year.
Does the United States also export oil extraction and pressing machinery?
Yes. The United States exported $23.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and Turkey. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $18.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for oil extraction and pressing machinery?
The HS code for oil extraction and pressing machinery is subheading 8479.20. 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 8479 page.
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