Oscilloscopes exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported oscilloscopes worth $188.1 million (156 tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 121 countries for exports of this product. That is 3% 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 .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $188.1M | 156 t |
| 2023 | $194.0M | 225 t |
| 2022 | $155.8M | 161 t |
| 2021 | $146.3M | 147 t |
| 2020 | $145.7M | 236 t |
| 2019 | $171.5M | 218 t |
| 2018 | $162.8M | 244 t |
| 2017 | $147.7M | 250 t |
Where the United States exports oscilloscopes to
Most of it went to Germany (15%), China (14%), Malaysia (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 38%. Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+74% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $27.4M | 15% |
| China | $26.3M | 14% |
| Malaysia | $16.9M | 9% |
| India | $13.9M | 7.4% |
| Taiwan | $13.3M | 7.1% |
| Japan | $11.5M | 6.1% |
| South Korea | $10.9M | 5.8% |
| Canada | $8.5M | 4.5% |
| Mexico | $8.5M | 4.5% |
| United Kingdom | $7.0M | 3.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1,208.95 per kg, 98% above the world average of $610.22. 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.
Oscilloscopes imports to the United States
Imports of oscilloscopes by the United States reached $125.4 million in 2024 (231 tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 178 countries. Most of the value came from Malaysia (43%), China (12%), United Kingdom (9%). Among the main suppliers, Singapore grew fastest (+74% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $54.3M | 43% |
| China | $14.7M | 12% |
| United Kingdom | $11.4M | 9.1% |
| Singapore | $8.8M | 7% |
| Canada | $8.6M | 6.9% |
| Germany | $6.0M | 4.8% |
| Czech Republic | $4.8M | 3.8% |
| Lebanon | $2.2M | 1.8% |
| India | $1.9M | 1.6% |
| Romania | $1.9M | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States oscilloscopes exports (HS 9030.20): 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 9030.20: Oscilloscopes and oscillographs.
Common questions
What is the value of oscilloscopes exported by the United States?
The United States exported oscilloscopes worth $188.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 156 tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 121 countries worldwide, with 17% of world exports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries buy oscilloscopes from the United States?
Germany was the largest buyer with 15% of the value ($27.4 million), followed by China (14%) and Malaysia (9%). The top three together account for 38%, out of 116 buyer countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 74% on the year.
What is the average export price of oscilloscopes per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1,208.95 per kg in 2024, 98% above the world average of $610.22 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of oscilloscopes from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $147.7 million in 2017 to $188.1 million in 2024, an increase of 27%. The peak was 2023 at $194.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $164.0 million a year.
Does the United States also import oscilloscopes?
Yes. The United States imported $125.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Malaysia, China and the United Kingdom. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $62.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for oscilloscopes?
The HS code for oscilloscopes is subheading 9030.20. 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 9030 page.
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