Paper pulp moulding machines imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported paper pulp moulding machines worth $38.5 million (3.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 165 countries. That is 12% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average.
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 | $38.5M | 3.2K t |
| 2023 | $43.9M | 3.5K t |
| 2022 | $22.0M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $29.2M | 2.4K t |
| 2020 | $35.3M | 108.6K t |
| 2019 | $14.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $15.2M | 992 t |
| 2017 | $14.0M | 824 t |
Where the United States imports paper pulp moulding machines from
The largest suppliers were Austria (18%), China (15%), Germany (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 46%. Among the main suppliers, Israel grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | $6.9M | 18% |
| China | $5.8M | 15% |
| Germany | $5.0M | 13% |
| New Zealand | $4.7M | 12% |
| Netherlands | $4.6M | 12% |
| Israel | $3.3M | 8.6% |
| India | $2.0M | 5.3% |
| South Korea | $1.8M | 4.6% |
| Italy | $1.7M | 4.3% |
| South Africa | $475K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.96 per kg, close to the world average of $10.66.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Paper pulp moulding machines exports from the United States
The United States exported $17.3 million of paper pulp moulding machines in 2024 (573 tonnes). It ranks 5th of 78 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Canada (24%), Greece (14%), Saudi Arabia (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 50%. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $4.2M | 24% |
| Greece | $2.4M | 14% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.0M | 12% |
| United Kingdom | $1.5M | 8.5% |
| Malaysia | $1.4M | 8.3% |
| Poland | $1.1M | 6.1% |
| Italy | $977K | 5.7% |
| Sweden | $737K | 4.3% |
| Dominican Republic | $553K | 3.2% |
| Japan | $446K | 2.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States paper pulp moulding machines imports (HS 8441.40): 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 8441.40: Machines: for moulding articles, in paper pulp, paper or paperboard.
Common questions
What is the value of paper pulp moulding machines imported by the United States?
The United States imported paper pulp moulding machines worth $38.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 165 countries worldwide, with 9% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply paper pulp moulding machines to the United States?
Austria was the largest supplier with 18% of the value ($6.9 million), followed by China (15%) and Germany (13%). The top three together account for 46%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 961% on the year.
What is the average import price of paper pulp moulding machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.96 per kg in 2024, 12% above the world average of $10.66 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of paper pulp moulding machines to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.0 million in 2017 to $38.5 million in 2024, an increase of 175%. The peak was 2023 at $43.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $26.6 million a year.
Does the United States also export paper pulp moulding machines?
Yes. The United States exported $17.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Greece and Saudi Arabia. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $21.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for paper pulp moulding machines?
The HS code for paper pulp moulding machines is subheading 8441.40. 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 8441 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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