Pulp making machinery imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $33.0 million of pulp making machinery in 2024 (815 tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 143 countries. That is 42% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $33.0M | 815 t |
| 2023 | $23.2M | 1.0K t |
| 2022 | $12.7M | 576 t |
| 2021 | $9.1M | 515 t |
| 2020 | $21.1M | 917 t |
| 2019 | $41.1M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $37.9M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $14.7M | 653 t |
Where the United States imports pulp making machinery from
Most of the value came from Germany (47%), China (18%), Finland (8%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $15.4M | 47% |
| China | $6.0M | 18% |
| Finland | $2.5M | 7.6% |
| Poland | $1.9M | 5.9% |
| France | $1.7M | 5% |
| Canada | $1.5M | 4.4% |
| Austria | $1.2M | 3.8% |
| India | $1.2M | 3.7% |
| Italy | $498K | 1.5% |
| Sweden | $468K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $40.46 per kg, 138% above the world average of $16.99. 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.
Pulp making machinery exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported pulp making machinery worth $10.7 million (859 tonnes). It ranks 8th of 68 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Mexico (23%), South Korea (19%), Canada (18%). Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest (+476% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $2.5M | 23% |
| South Korea | $2.0M | 19% |
| Canada | $2.0M | 19% |
| New Zealand | $700K | 6.5% |
| China | $681K | 6.4% |
| Philippines | $302K | 2.8% |
| Georgia | $295K | 2.8% |
| Germany | $287K | 2.7% |
| Sweden | $253K | 2.4% |
| Australia | $250K | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States pulp making machinery imports (HS 8439.10): 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 8439.10: Machinery: for making pulp of fibrous cellulosic material.
Common questions
What is the value of pulp making machinery imported by the United States?
The United States imported pulp making machinery worth $33.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 815 tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 143 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was up 42% on 2023.
Which countries supply pulp making machinery to the United States?
Germany was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($15.4 million), followed by China (18%) and Finland (8%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 887% on the year.
What is the average import price of pulp making machinery per kg?
The average declared import value was about $40.46 per kg in 2024, 138% above the world average of $16.99 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of pulp making machinery to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.7 million in 2017 to $33.0 million in 2024, an increase of 124%. The peak was 2019 at $41.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $24.1 million a year.
Does the United States also export pulp making machinery?
Yes. The United States exported $10.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, South Korea and Canada. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $22.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for pulp making machinery?
The HS code for pulp making machinery is subheading 8439.10. 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 8439 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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