Production counters imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported production counters worth $88.4 million (833 tonnes). It ranks 1st of 200 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 23% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $131.5 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 | $88.4M | 833 t |
| 2023 | $114.4M | 622 t |
| 2022 | $114.1M | 654 t |
| 2021 | $103.3M | 632 t |
| 2020 | $88.7M | 587 t |
| 2019 | $91.4M | 615 t |
| 2018 | $131.5M | 848 t |
| 2017 | $115.5M | 715 t |
Where the United States imports production counters from
The largest suppliers were Germany (19%), Mexico (13%), Philippines (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 45%.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $17.0M | 19% |
| Mexico | $11.5M | 13% |
| Philippines | $11.2M | 13% |
| Canada | $8.3M | 9.4% |
| China | $6.7M | 7.6% |
| Israel | $5.8M | 6.5% |
| Japan | $4.9M | 5.5% |
| Taiwan | $3.5M | 4% |
| United Kingdom | $2.8M | 3.2% |
| France | $2.6M | 3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $106.12 per kg, 74% above the world average of $61.16. 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.
Production counters exports from the United States
The United States exported $55.3 million of production counters in 2024 (323 tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 136 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Mexico (17%), Canada (16%), Germany (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 40%. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+97% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $9.2M | 17% |
| Canada | $9.0M | 16% |
| Germany | $3.7M | 6.8% |
| Japan | $2.7M | 4.9% |
| Australia | $2.5M | 4.5% |
| United Kingdom | $2.2M | 4% |
| China | $2.1M | 3.8% |
| Uzbekistan | $1.8M | 3.2% |
| Brazil | $1.8M | 3.2% |
| France | $1.8M | 3.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States production counters imports (HS 9029.10): 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 9029.10: Meters and counters: revolution counters, production counters, taximeters, mileometers, pedometers and the like.
Common questions
What is the value of production counters imported by the United States?
The United States imported production counters worth $88.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 833 tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 200 countries worldwide, with 12% of world imports. The value was down 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply production counters to the United States?
Germany was the largest supplier with 19% of the value ($17.0 million), followed by Mexico (13%) and the Philippines (13%). The top three together account for 45%, out of 63 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 24% on the year.
What is the average import price of production counters per kg?
The average declared import value was about $106.12 per kg in 2024, 74% above the world average of $61.16 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of production counters to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $115.5 million in 2017 to $88.4 million in 2024, a fall of 23%. The peak was 2018 at $131.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $105.9 million a year.
Does the United States also export production counters?
Yes. The United States exported $55.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and Germany. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $33.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for production counters?
The HS code for production counters is subheading 9029.10. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9029 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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