Semiconductor wafer manufacturing equipment imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of semiconductor wafer manufacturing equipment by the United States reached $536.5 million in 2024 (4.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 117 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 70% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 27% 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 | $536.5M | 4.0K t |
| 2023 | $315.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $205.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $72.0M | 384 t |
| 2020 | $91.1M | 722 t |
| 2019 | $163.6M | 951 t |
| 2018 | $168.9M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $98.1M | 595 t |
Where the United States imports semiconductor wafer manufacturing equipment from
Most of the value came from Japan (29%), China (27%), South Korea (22%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $153.9M | 29% |
| China | $142.8M | 27% |
| South Korea | $119.9M | 22% |
| Germany | $54.6M | 10% |
| Singapore | $31.6M | 5.9% |
| Taiwan | $15.1M | 2.8% |
| France | $3.6M | 0.7% |
| Netherlands | $3.5M | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $1.9M | 0.4% |
| Norway | $1.3M | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $135.07 per kg, 43% above the world average of $94.13. 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.
Semiconductor wafer manufacturing equipment exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported semiconductor wafer manufacturing equipment worth $121.5 million (560 tonnes). It ranks 6th of 67 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Taiwan (46%), Germany (8%), Malaysia (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Taiwan grew fastest (+141% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | $55.5M | 46% |
| Germany | $9.9M | 8.1% |
| Malaysia | $9.4M | 7.8% |
| Singapore | $9.0M | 7.4% |
| United Kingdom | $7.4M | 6.1% |
| China | $7.4M | 6.1% |
| Japan | $4.9M | 4.1% |
| Ireland | $3.6M | 2.9% |
| Finland | $3.6M | 2.9% |
| Austria | $3.0M | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States semiconductor wafer manufacturing equipment imports (HS 8486.10): 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 8486.10: Machines and apparatus of a kind used solely or principally for the manufacture of semiconductor boules or wafers.
Common questions
What is the value of semiconductor wafer manufacturing equipment imported by the United States?
The United States imported semiconductor wafer manufacturing equipment worth $536.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 117 countries worldwide, with 13% of world imports. The value was up 70% on 2023.
Which countries supply semiconductor wafer manufacturing equipment to the United States?
Japan was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($153.9 million), followed by China (27%) and South Korea (22%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 158% on the year.
What is the average import price of semiconductor wafer manufacturing equipment per kg?
The average declared import value was about $135.07 per kg in 2024, 43% above the world average of $94.13 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of semiconductor wafer manufacturing equipment to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $98.1 million in 2017 to $536.5 million in 2024, an increase of 447%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $206.5 million a year.
Does the United States also export semiconductor wafer manufacturing equipment?
Yes. The United States exported $121.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Taiwan, Germany and Malaysia. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $415.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for semiconductor wafer manufacturing equipment?
The HS code for semiconductor wafer manufacturing equipment is subheading 8486.10. 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 8486 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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