Radar apparatus imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported radar apparatus worth $1.44 billion (39.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 207 countries. Value rose 7% on 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 | $1.44B | 39.4K t |
| 2023 | $1.35B | 29.3K t |
| 2022 | $1.19B | 24.1K t |
| 2021 | $1.14B | 29.0K t |
| 2020 | $1.11B | 24.1K t |
| 2019 | $1.36B | 27.2K t |
| 2018 | $1.31B | 26.4K t |
| 2017 | $954.3M | 18.6K t |
Where the United States imports radar apparatus from
The largest suppliers were Mexico (22%), Germany (20%), Canada (13%). Among the main suppliers, Mexico grew fastest (+84% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $311.0M | 22% |
| Germany | $287.9M | 20% |
| Canada | $183.7M | 13% |
| Denmark | $86.4M | 6% |
| United Kingdom | $71.4M | 4.9% |
| Sweden | $62.8M | 4.4% |
| Japan | $59.5M | 4.1% |
| Singapore | $50.9M | 3.5% |
| Taiwan | $50.8M | 3.5% |
| South Korea | $49.4M | 3.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $36.67 per kg, 62% below the world average of $96.79, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Radar apparatus exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported radar apparatus worth $1.28 billion (9.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 155 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Mexico (14%), Canada (9%), Germany (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 33%. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+443% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $182.9M | 14% |
| Canada | $120.3M | 9.4% |
| Germany | $117.7M | 9.2% |
| Japan | $112.5M | 8.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $99.9M | 7.8% |
| United Kingdom | $74.3M | 5.8% |
| Singapore | $67.0M | 5.3% |
| Australia | $60.9M | 4.8% |
| Italy | $53.6M | 4.2% |
| South Korea | $53.2M | 4.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States radar apparatus imports (HS 8526.10): 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 8526.10: Radar apparatus.
Common questions
What is the value of radar apparatus imported by the United States?
The United States imported radar apparatus worth $1.44 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 39.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 207 countries worldwide, with 18% of world imports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply radar apparatus to the United States?
Mexico was the largest supplier with 22% of the value ($311.0 million), followed by Germany (20%) and Canada (13%). The top three together account for 54%, out of 81 supplier countries in total. Mexico grew fastest among the top ten, up 84% on the year.
What is the average import price of radar apparatus per kg?
The average declared import value was about $36.67 per kg in 2024, 62% below the world average of $96.79 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of radar apparatus to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $954.3 million in 2017 to $1.44 billion in 2024, an increase of 51%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.23 billion a year.
Does the United States also export radar apparatus?
Yes. The United States exported $1.28 billion worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and Germany. That compares with imports of $1.44 billion in the same year.
What is the HS code for radar apparatus?
The HS code for radar apparatus is subheading 8526.10. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8526 page.
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