Sailboats imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported sailboats worth $333.8 million (7.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 165 countries. That is 11% less 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 | $333.8M | 7.3K t |
| 2023 | $377.1M | 10.9K t |
| 2022 | $334.8M | 12.4K t |
| 2021 | $296.7M | 10.3K t |
| 2020 | $214.2M | 7.5K t |
| 2019 | $215.1M | 7.4K t |
| 2018 | $254.2M | 9.2K t |
| 2017 | $213.2M | 8.7K t |
Where the United States imports sailboats from
Most of the value came from France (42%), South Africa (13%), Finland (9%). Among the main suppliers, Finland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $139.2M | 42% |
| South Africa | $43.6M | 13% |
| Finland | $30.2M | 9.1% |
| Germany | $18.3M | 5.5% |
| Vietnam | $16.0M | 4.8% |
| Sweden | $11.0M | 3.3% |
| Italy | $8.2M | 2.5% |
| Netherlands | $7.7M | 2.3% |
| Canada | $7.6M | 2.3% |
| United Kingdom | $6.9M | 2.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $45.48 per kg, close to the world average of $44.91.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Sailboats exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported sailboats worth $37.1 million (1.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Canada (29%), Bahamas (10%), Mexico (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 45%. Among the main buyer markets, Antigua and Barbuda grew fastest (+255% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $10.8M | 29% |
| Bahamas | $3.5M | 9.5% |
| Mexico | $2.4M | 6.5% |
| Spain | $2.1M | 5.7% |
| France | $1.6M | 4.3% |
| Turkey | $1.3M | 3.6% |
| Greece | $1.2M | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $1.2M | 3.1% |
| Italy | $1.1M | 3.1% |
| Antigua and Barbuda | $1.1M | 3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States sailboats imports (HS 8903.91): 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 8903.91: Sailboats: with or without auxiliary motor, for pleasure or sports, other than inflatable.
Common questions
What is the value of sailboats imported by the United States?
The United States imported sailboats worth $333.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 165 countries worldwide, with 12% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply sailboats to the United States?
France was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($139.2 million), followed by South Africa (13%) and Finland (9%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 43 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 71% on the year.
What is the average import price of sailboats per kg?
The average declared import value was about $45.48 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $44.91 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of sailboats to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $213.2 million in 2017 to $333.8 million in 2024, an increase of 57%. The peak was 2023 at $377.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $279.9 million a year.
Does the United States also export sailboats?
Yes. The United States exported $37.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, the Bahamas and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $296.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for sailboats?
The HS code for sailboats is subheading 8903.91. It sits in HS chapter 89 (ships, boats and floating structures). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8903 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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