Optical devices (other) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of optical devices (other) by the United States reached $1.17 billion in 2024 (14.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 207 countries for imports of this product. That is 4% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $2.44 billion.
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 | $1.17B | 14.0K t |
| 2023 | $1.23B | 12.8K t |
| 2022 | $1.46B | 13.5K t |
| 2021 | $2.44B | 26.5K t |
| 2020 | $2.10B | 23.9K t |
| 2019 | $2.13B | 31.3K t |
| 2018 | $2.31B | 31.4K t |
| 2017 | $2.18B | 39.1K t |
Where the United States imports optical devices (other) from
Most of the value came from Canada (36%), China (34%), Israel (4%). Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest (+667% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $421.6M | 36% |
| China | $401.2M | 34% |
| Israel | $44.7M | 3.8% |
| Taiwan | $39.2M | 3.3% |
| Mexico | $37.3M | 3.2% |
| Malaysia | $27.5M | 2.3% |
| Thailand | $23.8M | 2% |
| Germany | $23.0M | 2% |
| Sri Lanka | $22.6M | 1.9% |
| Japan | $21.4M | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $83.58 per kg, close to the world average of $102.01.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Optical devices (other) exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported optical devices (other) worth $695.2 million (731 tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 146 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Canada (9%), Mexico (7%), South Korea (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 22%. Among the main buyer markets, Poland grew fastest (+152% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $61.1M | 8.8% |
| Mexico | $47.8M | 6.9% |
| South Korea | $46.3M | 6.7% |
| Japan | $43.6M | 6.3% |
| Germany | $39.1M | 5.6% |
| Australia | $36.7M | 5.3% |
| Poland | $35.5M | 5.1% |
| United Kingdom | $26.8M | 3.9% |
| China | $26.7M | 3.8% |
| Netherlands | $19.7M | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States optical devices (other) imports (HS 9013.80): 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 9013.80: Optical devices, appliances and instruments: n.e.c. in heading no. 9013 (including liquid crystal devices).
Common questions
What is the value of optical devices (other) imported by the United States?
The United States imported optical devices (other) worth $1.17 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 207 countries worldwide, with 32% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply optical devices (other) to the United States?
Canada was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($421.6 million), followed by China (34%) and Israel (4%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 67 supplier countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 667% on the year.
What is the average import price of optical devices (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $83.58 per kg in 2024, 18% below the world average of $102.01 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of optical devices (other) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.18 billion in 2017 to $1.17 billion in 2024, a fall of 46%. The peak was 2021 at $2.44 billion. Over 8 years the average was $1.88 billion a year.
Does the United States also export optical devices (other)?
Yes. The United States exported $695.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and South Korea. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $478.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for optical devices (other)?
The HS code for optical devices (other) is subheading 9013.80. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9013 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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