Plastic and rubber extruders imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported plastic and rubber extruders worth $285.1 million (11.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 179 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 26% on 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 | $285.1M | 11.1K t |
| 2023 | $226.1M | 7.6K t |
| 2022 | $225.6M | 9.0K t |
| 2021 | $210.7M | 7.8K t |
| 2020 | $229.6M | 5.1K t |
| 2019 | $176.8M | 9.2K t |
| 2018 | $262.1M | 10.5K t |
| 2017 | $211.5M | 9.1K t |
Where the United States imports plastic and rubber extruders from
The largest suppliers were Germany (45%), Austria (15%), Italy (8%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+336% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $127.2M | 45% |
| Austria | $42.9M | 15% |
| Italy | $22.0M | 7.7% |
| Japan | $20.6M | 7.2% |
| China | $17.0M | 6% |
| Switzerland | $13.3M | 4.7% |
| United Kingdom | $7.2M | 2.5% |
| Turkey | $5.8M | 2% |
| Netherlands | $4.5M | 1.6% |
| Canada | $4.0M | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $25.59 per kg, 45% above the world average of $17.64. 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.
Plastic and rubber extruders exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported plastic and rubber extruders worth $116.3 million (3.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 113 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Mexico (30%), Canada (18%), China (15%). Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $34.3M | 30% |
| Canada | $20.6M | 18% |
| China | $17.7M | 15% |
| India | $4.8M | 4.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $4.8M | 4.1% |
| Taiwan | $4.6M | 4% |
| Vietnam | $3.2M | 2.7% |
| France | $3.0M | 2.6% |
| Brazil | $2.8M | 2.4% |
| Poland | $2.2M | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States plastic and rubber extruders imports (HS 8477.20): 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 8477.20: Machinery: extruders, for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic and rubber extruders imported by the United States?
The United States imported plastic and rubber extruders worth $285.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 179 countries worldwide, with 8% of world imports. The value was up 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic and rubber extruders to the United States?
Germany was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($127.2 million), followed by Austria (15%) and Italy (8%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 40 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 336% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic and rubber extruders per kg?
The average declared import value was about $25.59 per kg in 2024, 45% above the world average of $17.64 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic and rubber extruders to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $211.5 million in 2017 to $285.1 million in 2024, an increase of 35%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $228.4 million a year.
Does the United States also export plastic and rubber extruders?
Yes. The United States exported $116.3 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 $168.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic and rubber extruders?
The HS code for plastic and rubber extruders is subheading 8477.20. 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 8477 page.
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