Pipe and boiler control valves imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported pipe and boiler control valves worth $10.02 billion (312.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 226 countries. That is 7% more 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 .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10.02B | 312.8K t |
| 2023 | $9.39B | 449.4K t |
| 2022 | $9.82B | 495.9K t |
| 2021 | $8.65B | 435.1K t |
| 2020 | $7.27B | 394.3K t |
| 2019 | $8.31B | 312.0K t |
| 2018 | $8.93B | 545.6K t |
| 2017 | $8.05B | 486.8K t |
Where the United States imports pipe and boiler control valves from
Most of the value came from China (22%), Mexico (21%), Germany (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 50%. Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+58% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.21B | 22% |
| Mexico | $2.06B | 21% |
| Germany | $740.2M | 7.4% |
| Japan | $736.5M | 7.4% |
| Taiwan | $561.1M | 5.6% |
| Italy | $537.0M | 5.4% |
| Canada | $436.7M | 4.4% |
| South Korea | $371.2M | 3.7% |
| Vietnam | $334.0M | 3.3% |
| United Kingdom | $314.9M | 3.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $32.05 per kg, 42% above the world average of $22.62. 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.
Pipe and boiler control valves exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported pipe and boiler control valves worth $7.87 billion (167.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 219 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Canada (17%), Mexico (13%), China (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 37%.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $1.35B | 17% |
| Mexico | $997.2M | 13% |
| China | $582.3M | 7.4% |
| United Kingdom | $493.8M | 6.3% |
| Germany | $440.4M | 5.6% |
| France | $338.8M | 4.3% |
| Japan | $277.7M | 3.5% |
| Singapore | $271.7M | 3.5% |
| Australia | $259.6M | 3.3% |
| South Korea | $228.8M | 2.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States pipe and boiler control valves imports (HS 8481.80): 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 8481.80: Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances: for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including thermostatically controlled valves.
Common questions
What is the value of pipe and boiler control valves imported by the United States?
The United States imported pipe and boiler control valves worth $10.02 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 312.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 226 countries worldwide, with 15% of world imports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply pipe and boiler control valves to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 22% of the value ($2.21 billion), followed by Mexico (21%) and Germany (7%). The top three together account for 50%, out of 124 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 58% on the year.
What is the average import price of pipe and boiler control valves per kg?
The average declared import value was about $32.05 per kg in 2024, 42% above the world average of $22.62 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of pipe and boiler control valves to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.05 billion in 2017 to $10.02 billion in 2024, an increase of 24%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $8.81 billion a year.
Does the United States also export pipe and boiler control valves?
Yes. The United States exported $7.87 billion worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and China. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $2.16 billion a year.
What is the HS code for pipe and boiler control valves?
The HS code for pipe and boiler control valves is subheading 8481.80. 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 8481 page.
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