Optical fibre cables exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of optical fibre cables by the United States reached $432.5 million in 2024 (3.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 122 countries for exports of this product. That is 4% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $635.5 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 | $432.5M | 3.2K t |
| 2023 | $416.8M | 3.0K t |
| 2022 | $491.6M | 3.9K t |
| 2021 | $515.2M | 4.0K t |
| 2020 | $505.4M | 3.3K t |
| 2019 | $568.8M | 3.2K t |
| 2018 | $635.5M | 4.1K t |
| 2017 | $577.0M | 3.2K t |
Where the United States exports optical fibre cables to
Most of it went to China (32%), Mexico (5%), Germany (5%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 42%. Among the main buyer markets, Thailand grew fastest (+200% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $137.9M | 32% |
| Mexico | $22.4M | 5.2% |
| Germany | $21.6M | 5% |
| Canada | $20.4M | 4.7% |
| Romania | $19.8M | 4.6% |
| France | $19.3M | 4.5% |
| Australia | $19.2M | 4.4% |
| Japan | $16.8M | 3.9% |
| Thailand | $14.4M | 3.3% |
| United Kingdom | $14.3M | 3.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $133.80 per kg, 216% above the world average of $42.33. 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.
Optical fibre cables imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported optical fibre cables worth $225.2 million (6.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 202 countries. Most of the value came from Denmark (20%), Japan (19%), India (16%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+249% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Denmark | $44.9M | 20% |
| Japan | $42.1M | 19% |
| India | $35.2M | 16% |
| Germany | $19.0M | 8.4% |
| United Kingdom | $16.6M | 7.4% |
| Mexico | $16.2M | 7.2% |
| China | $11.2M | 5% |
| Netherlands | $10.6M | 4.7% |
| France | $4.3M | 1.9% |
| Canada | $3.2M | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States optical fibre cables exports (HS 9001.10): 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 9001.10: Optical fibres, optical fibre bundles and cables: excluding those of heading no. 8544.
Common questions
What is the value of optical fibre cables exported by the United States?
The United States exported optical fibre cables worth $432.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 122 countries worldwide, with 20% of world exports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries buy optical fibre cables from the United States?
China was the largest buyer with 32% of the value ($137.9 million), followed by Mexico (5%) and Germany (5%). The top three together account for 42%, out of 134 buyer countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 200% on the year.
What is the average export price of optical fibre cables per kg?
The average declared export value was about $133.80 per kg in 2024, 216% above the world average of $42.33 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of optical fibre cables from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $577.0 million in 2017 to $432.5 million in 2024, a fall of 25%. The peak was 2018 at $635.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $517.8 million a year.
Does the United States also import optical fibre cables?
Yes. The United States imported $225.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Denmark, Japan and India. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $207.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for optical fibre cables?
The HS code for optical fibre cables is subheading 9001.10. 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 9001 page.
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