Refillable lighter imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of refillable lighter by the United States reached $50.2 million in 2024 (5.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 193 countries. Value fell 11% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $65.9 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 | $50.2M | 5.5K t |
| 2023 | $56.2M | 5.6K t |
| 2022 | $65.9M | 3.4K t |
| 2021 | $62.6M | 3.3K t |
| 2020 | $35.8M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $29.3M | 3.2K t |
| 2018 | $24.5M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $19.8M | 2.3K t |
Where the United States imports refillable lighter from
China alone supplied 89% of it. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+38% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $44.8M | 89% |
| France | $3.2M | 6.4% |
| Spain | $1.1M | 2.3% |
| Japan | $371K | 0.7% |
| Switzerland | $308K | 0.6% |
| Hong Kong | $132K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $50K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $45K | 0.1% |
| Taiwan | $43K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $18K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.13 per kg, close to the world average of $7.90.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Refillable lighter exports from the United States
The United States exported $15.9 million of refillable lighter in 2024 (635 tonnes). It ranks 5th of 105 countries for exports of this product. One buyer market dominates: Macao accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Macao grew fastest (+103% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Macao | $8.0M | 51% |
| Hong Kong | $5.0M | 32% |
| Canada | $554K | 3.5% |
| Spain | $300K | 1.9% |
| Germany | $193K | 1.2% |
| France | $154K | 1% |
| United Kingdom | $142K | 0.9% |
| Malaysia | $135K | 0.9% |
| China | $125K | 0.8% |
| Netherlands | $101K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States refillable lighter imports (HS 9613.20): 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 9613.20: Lighters: pocket, cigarette, gas fuelled, refillable.
Common questions
What is the value of refillable lighter imported by the United States?
The United States imported refillable lighter worth $50.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 193 countries worldwide, with 11% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply refillable lighter to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 89% of the value ($44.8 million), followed by France (6%) and Spain (2%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 246% on the year.
What is the average import price of refillable lighter per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.13 per kg in 2024, 16% above the world average of $7.90 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of refillable lighter to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $19.8 million in 2017 to $50.2 million in 2024, an increase of 154%. The peak was 2022 at $65.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $43.1 million a year.
Does the United States also export refillable lighter?
Yes. The United States exported $15.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Macao, Hong Kong and Canada. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $34.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for refillable lighter?
The HS code for refillable lighter is subheading 9613.20. It sits in HS chapter 96 (miscellaneous manufactured articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9613 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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