Plasma arc cutting machines imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of plasma arc cutting machines by the United States reached $112.7 million in 2024 (3.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 192 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 21% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $142.2 million.
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 | $112.7M | 3.7K t |
| 2023 | $142.2M | 5.1K t |
| 2022 | $129.8M | 4.8K t |
| 2021 | $98.0M | 4.6K t |
| 2020 | $70.6M | 5.6K t |
| 2019 | $79.7M | 5.1K t |
| 2018 | $85.3M | 2.9K t |
| 2017 | $60.1M | 2.3K t |
Where the United States imports plasma arc cutting machines from
One supplier dominates: Canada accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+44% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $57.0M | 51% |
| Netherlands | $19.5M | 17% |
| China | $9.5M | 8.4% |
| Mexico | $7.0M | 6.2% |
| New Zealand | $5.7M | 5% |
| Germany | $3.1M | 2.8% |
| Japan | $1.4M | 1.3% |
| Switzerland | $979K | 0.9% |
| Poland | $965K | 0.9% |
| United Kingdom | $950K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $30.25 per kg, 28% above the world average of $23.56. 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.
Plasma arc cutting machines exports from the United States
The United States exported $58.9 million of plasma arc cutting machines in 2024 (2.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 92 countries. The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (20%), Canada (18%), Mexico (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest (+120% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $12.1M | 21% |
| Canada | $10.4M | 18% |
| Mexico | $7.8M | 13% |
| Singapore | $4.2M | 7.1% |
| United Kingdom | $3.7M | 6.4% |
| India | $2.9M | 4.9% |
| China | $2.8M | 4.7% |
| Brazil | $2.2M | 3.7% |
| Turkey | $1.6M | 2.7% |
| Australia | $1.0M | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States plasma arc cutting machines imports (HS 8456.40): 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 8456.40: Machine tools: for working any material by removal of material: operated by plasma arc processes:.
Common questions
What is the value of plasma arc cutting machines imported by the United States?
The United States imported plasma arc cutting machines worth $112.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 192 countries worldwide, with 27% of world imports. The value was down 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply plasma arc cutting machines to the United States?
Canada was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($57.0 million), followed by the Netherlands (17%) and China (8%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 213% on the year.
What is the average import price of plasma arc cutting machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $30.25 per kg in 2024, 28% above the world average of $23.56 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of plasma arc cutting machines to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $60.1 million in 2017 to $112.7 million in 2024, an increase of 88%. The peak was 2023 at $142.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $97.3 million a year.
Does the United States also export plasma arc cutting machines?
Yes. The United States exported $58.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Canada and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $53.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for plasma arc cutting machines?
The HS code for plasma arc cutting machines is subheading 8456.40. 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 8456 page.
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