Plastic lampshade exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported plastic lampshade worth $74.8 million (3.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 124 countries. Value rose 6% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $115.1 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $74.8M | 3.4K t |
| 2023 | $70.9M | 3.8K t |
| 2022 | $115.1M | 5.4K t |
| 2021 | $78.9M | 5.3K t |
| 2020 | $82.7M | 6.6K t |
| 2019 | $103.5M | 4.5K t |
| 2018 | $97.7M | 4.7K t |
| 2017 | $95.9M | 5.3K t |
Where the United States exports plastic lampshade to
One buyer market dominates: Mexico accounted for 61% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+39% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $46.0M | 62% |
| Canada | $9.7M | 13% |
| China | $2.4M | 3.3% |
| United Kingdom | $1.9M | 2.6% |
| India | $1.8M | 2.4% |
| Germany | $1.4M | 1.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $944K | 1.3% |
| Thailand | $852K | 1.1% |
| Turkey | $745K | 1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $710K | 1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $21.80 per kg, 107% above the world average of $10.52. 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 lampshade imports to the United States
Imports of plastic lampshade by the United States reached $65.2 million in 2024 (4.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 205 countries for imports of this product. Most of the value came from China (49%), Mexico (10%), Germany (8%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $31.9M | 49% |
| Mexico | $6.5M | 10% |
| Germany | $5.0M | 7.7% |
| Canada | $4.5M | 7% |
| Japan | $4.0M | 6.2% |
| Taiwan | $3.5M | 5.3% |
| Italy | $2.4M | 3.6% |
| Vietnam | $1.0M | 1.6% |
| France | $725K | 1.1% |
| Poland | $632K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States plastic lampshade exports (HS 9405.92): 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 9405.92: Lamps and light fittings: parts thereof, of plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic lampshade exported by the United States?
The United States exported plastic lampshade worth $74.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 124 countries worldwide, with 9% of world exports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries buy plastic lampshade from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 61% of the value ($46.0 million), followed by Canada (13%) and China (3%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 112 buyer countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 432% on the year.
What is the average export price of plastic lampshade per kg?
The average declared export value was about $21.80 per kg in 2024, 107% above the world average of $10.52 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of plastic lampshade from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $95.9 million in 2017 to $74.8 million in 2024, a fall of 22%. The peak was 2022 at $115.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $89.9 million a year.
Does the United States also import plastic lampshade?
Yes. The United States imported $65.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Mexico and Germany. That compares with exports of $74.8 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for plastic lampshade?
The HS code for plastic lampshade is subheading 9405.92. It sits in HS chapter 94 (furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, n.e.c.; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like; prefabricated buildings). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9405 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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