Power looms (shuttle, wide-width) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of power looms (shuttle, wide-width) by the United States reached $6.8 million in 2024 (811 tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 110 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 147% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $6.8M | 811 t |
| 2023 | $2.8M | 244 t |
| 2022 | $2.8M | 330 t |
| 2021 | $1.6M | 77 t |
| 2020 | $2.9M | 354 t |
| 2019 | $5.6M | 464 t |
| 2018 | $2.8M | 209 t |
| 2017 | $2.9M | 409 t |
Where the United States imports power looms (shuttle, wide-width) from
One supplier dominates: Sweden accounted for 64% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Sweden grew fastest (+119% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Sweden | $4.4M | 64% |
| Italy | $1.2M | 17% |
| Belgium | $810K | 12% |
| Austria | $331K | 4.9% |
| China | $126K | 1.9% |
| United Kingdom | $19K | 0.3% |
| France | $14K | 0.2% |
| Canada | $8K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.40 per kg, 43% above the world average of $5.87. 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.
Power looms (shuttle, wide-width) exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported power looms (shuttle, wide-width) worth $2.1 million (188 tonnes). It ranks 10th of 44 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to India (32%), Egypt (23%), Mexico (17%). Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest (+50% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $676K | 32% |
| Egypt | $499K | 23% |
| Mexico | $353K | 17% |
| Saudi Arabia | $188K | 8.8% |
| Turkey | $167K | 7.8% |
| Pakistan | $87K | 4.1% |
| China | $70K | 3.3% |
| Germany | $34K | 1.6% |
| Thailand | $24K | 1.1% |
| United Kingdom | $23K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States power looms (shuttle, wide-width) imports (HS 8446.21): 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 8446.21: Weaving machines (looms): for weaving fabrics of a width exceeding 30cm, shuttle type, power looms.
Common questions
What is the value of power looms (shuttle, wide-width) imported by the United States?
The United States imported power looms (shuttle, wide-width) worth $6.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 811 tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 110 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was up 147% on 2023.
Which countries supply power looms (shuttle, wide-width) to the United States?
Sweden was the largest supplier with 64% of the value ($4.4 million), followed by Italy (17%) and Belgium (12%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 224% on the year.
What is the average import price of power looms (shuttle, wide-width) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.40 per kg in 2024, 43% above the world average of $5.87 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of power looms (shuttle, wide-width) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.9 million in 2017 to $6.8 million in 2024, an increase of 139%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.5 million a year.
Does the United States also export power looms (shuttle, wide-width)?
Yes. The United States exported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, Egypt and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $4.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for power looms (shuttle, wide-width)?
The HS code for power looms (shuttle, wide-width) is subheading 8446.21. 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 8446 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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