Paper and plastic capacitors imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported paper and plastic capacitors worth $254.3 million (6.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 188 countries. That is close to the 2023 level. 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 | $254.3M | 6.9K t |
| 2023 | $254.1M | 6.1K t |
| 2022 | $273.5M | 7.2K t |
| 2021 | $212.5M | 5.7K t |
| 2020 | $159.3M | 5.2K t |
| 2019 | $154.4M | 5.2K t |
| 2018 | $177.9M | 6.0K t |
| 2017 | $165.3M | 5.4K t |
Where the United States imports paper and plastic capacitors from
The largest suppliers were Japan (34%), China (20%), Mexico (17%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $86.9M | 34% |
| China | $51.9M | 20% |
| Mexico | $42.2M | 17% |
| Czech Republic | $13.1M | 5.2% |
| India | $8.6M | 3.4% |
| Brazil | $5.9M | 2.3% |
| Thailand | $5.3M | 2.1% |
| Germany | $5.0M | 2% |
| North Macedonia | $4.8M | 1.9% |
| Bulgaria | $3.8M | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $36.96 per kg, 50% above the world average of $24.71. 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.
Paper and plastic capacitors exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported paper and plastic capacitors worth $80.4 million (1.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 116 countries. Mexico alone took 68% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest (+139% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $54.5M | 68% |
| Canada | $3.5M | 4.4% |
| China | $2.3M | 2.9% |
| Germany | $1.9M | 2.4% |
| Malaysia | $1.9M | 2.4% |
| United Kingdom | $1.6M | 2% |
| France | $1.5M | 1.8% |
| Singapore | $1.4M | 1.7% |
| India | $1.3M | 1.7% |
| Hong Kong | $1.2M | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States paper and plastic capacitors imports (HS 8532.25): 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 8532.25: Electrical capacitors: fixed, dielectric of paper or plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of paper and plastic capacitors imported by the United States?
The United States imported paper and plastic capacitors worth $254.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 188 countries worldwide, with 13% of world imports. The value was up 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply paper and plastic capacitors to the United States?
Japan was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($86.9 million), followed by China (20%) and Mexico (17%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 56 supplier countries in total. Bulgaria grew fastest among the top ten, up 52% on the year.
What is the average import price of paper and plastic capacitors per kg?
The average declared import value was about $36.96 per kg in 2024, 50% above the world average of $24.71 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of paper and plastic capacitors to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $165.2 million in 2017 to $254.3 million in 2024, an increase of 54%. The peak was 2022 at $273.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $206.4 million a year.
Does the United States also export paper and plastic capacitors?
Yes. The United States exported $80.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and China. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $173.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for paper and plastic capacitors?
The HS code for paper and plastic capacitors is subheading 8532.25. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8532 page.
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