Rock drill bits imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported rock drill bits worth $153.2 million (6.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 188 countries for imports of this product. That is 10% more than in 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 | $153.2M | 6.1K t |
| 2023 | $139.9M | 6.0K t |
| 2022 | $145.7M | 5.9K t |
| 2021 | $115.5M | 5.0K t |
| 2020 | $99.0M | 3.9K t |
| 2019 | $146.2M | 5.3K t |
| 2018 | $136.7M | 5.3K t |
| 2017 | $120.3M | 4.4K t |
Where the United States imports rock drill bits from
The largest suppliers were Mexico (42%), Sweden (17%), China (11%). Among the main suppliers, Singapore grew fastest (+97% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $64.3M | 42% |
| Sweden | $25.8M | 17% |
| China | $17.6M | 12% |
| India | $13.2M | 8.6% |
| Canada | $6.6M | 4.3% |
| Finland | $6.6M | 4.3% |
| Singapore | $5.9M | 3.9% |
| Germany | $5.0M | 3.3% |
| Chile | $2.3M | 1.5% |
| Norway | $2.2M | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $24.94 per kg, close to the world average of $21.19.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Rock drill bits exports from the United States
Exports of rock drill bits by the United States reached $96.0 million in 2024 (3.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 113 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Mexico (21%), Australia (10%), Canada (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 41%. Among the main buyer markets, Philippines grew fastest (+259% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $20.2M | 21% |
| Australia | $9.4M | 9.8% |
| Canada | $9.2M | 9.6% |
| Germany | $6.0M | 6.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $5.8M | 6.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $5.5M | 5.7% |
| Philippines | $3.4M | 3.5% |
| South Africa | $2.9M | 3% |
| Kuwait | $2.7M | 2.8% |
| China | $2.5M | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States rock drill bits imports (HS 8207.13): 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 8207.13: Tools, interchangeable: rock drilling or earth boring tools, with working part of cermets, whether or not power operated.
Common questions
What is the value of rock drill bits imported by the United States?
The United States imported rock drill bits worth $153.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 188 countries worldwide, with 20% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply rock drill bits to the United States?
Mexico was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($64.3 million), followed by Sweden (17%) and China (11%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 97% on the year.
What is the average import price of rock drill bits per kg?
The average declared import value was about $24.94 per kg in 2024, 18% above the world average of $21.19 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of rock drill bits to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $120.3 million in 2017 to $153.2 million in 2024, an increase of 27%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $132.1 million a year.
Does the United States also export rock drill bits?
Yes. The United States exported $96.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Australia and Canada. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $57.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for rock drill bits?
The HS code for rock drill bits is subheading 8207.13. It sits in HS chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8207 page.
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