Printing machinery (other types) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $290.7 million of printing machinery (other types) in 2024 (6.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 203 countries. Value fell 10% from 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 | $290.7M | 6.0K t |
| 2023 | $324.2M | 6.2K t |
| 2022 | $314.3M | 7.5K t |
| 2021 | $268.4M | 6.0K t |
| 2020 | $232.1M | 5.0K t |
| 2019 | $295.9M | 6.8K t |
| 2018 | $309.3M | 6.5K t |
| 2017 | $306.6M | 7.9K t |
Where the United States imports printing machinery (other types) from
The largest suppliers were Israel (44%), China (8%), Switzerland (7%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+54% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | $126.9M | 44% |
| China | $24.4M | 8.4% |
| Switzerland | $19.7M | 6.8% |
| United Kingdom | $19.1M | 6.6% |
| Italy | $17.6M | 6.1% |
| Germany | $15.8M | 5.4% |
| Austria | $12.6M | 4.3% |
| Spain | $10.0M | 3.4% |
| Portugal | $9.2M | 3.2% |
| Canada | $6.0M | 2.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $48.46 per kg, 78% above the world average of $27.23. 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.
Printing machinery (other types) exports from the United States
Exports of printing machinery (other types) by the United States reached $73.6 million in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 140 countries. Most of it went to Mexico (28%), China (9%), Canada (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 46%. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $20.8M | 28% |
| China | $7.0M | 9.5% |
| Canada | $5.8M | 7.9% |
| Brazil | $3.6M | 4.9% |
| Costa Rica | $3.2M | 4.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $3.1M | 4.2% |
| Indonesia | $2.6M | 3.6% |
| Guatemala | $2.3M | 3.2% |
| Netherlands | $2.1M | 2.9% |
| Venezuela | $1.7M | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States printing machinery (other types) imports (HS 8443.19): 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 8443.19: Printing machinery: used for printing by means of plates, cylinders and other printing components of heading 84.42, n.e.c. in item no. 8443.1.
Common questions
What is the value of printing machinery (other types) imported by the United States?
The United States imported printing machinery (other types) worth $290.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 203 countries worldwide, with 18% of world imports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply printing machinery (other types) to the United States?
Israel was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($126.9 million), followed by China (8%) and Switzerland (7%). The top three together account for 59%, out of 51 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 54% on the year.
What is the average import price of printing machinery (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $48.46 per kg in 2024, 78% above the world average of $27.23 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of printing machinery (other types) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $306.6 million in 2017 to $290.7 million in 2024, a fall of 5%. The peak was 2023 at $324.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $292.7 million a year.
Does the United States also export printing machinery (other types)?
Yes. The United States exported $73.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, China and Canada. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $217.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for printing machinery (other types)?
The HS code for printing machinery (other types) is subheading 8443.19. 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 8443 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United States. Tell us your product to see it live.
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