Shaped bamboo exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $4.9 million of shaped bamboo in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 73 countries. Value rose 9% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 26% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $4.5M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $5.3M | 2.7K t |
| 2021 | $3.8M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $2.9M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $1.3M | 692 t |
| 2018 | $525K | 156 t |
| 2017 | $952K | 347 t |
Where the United States exports shaped bamboo to
Bahamas alone took 89% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest (+87% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Bahamas | $4.4M | 89% |
| Mexico | $387K | 7.9% |
| Canada | $93K | 1.9% |
| Honduras | $30K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $9K | 0.2% |
| India | $7K | 0.2% |
| Guyana | $5K | 0.1% |
| Uruguay | $4K | 0.1% |
| Portugal | $3K | 0.1% |
| Ghana | $3K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.52 per kg, 111% above the world average of $1.67. 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.
Shaped bamboo imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported shaped bamboo worth $279 thousand (145 tonnes). The largest suppliers were China (34%), Peru (34%), Italy (11%). Among the main suppliers, Peru grew fastest (+88% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $96K | 35% |
| Peru | $95K | 34% |
| Italy | $31K | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $26K | 9.3% |
| Poland | $14K | 5% |
| Denmark | $5K | 1.6% |
| Japan | $4K | 1.3% |
| Thailand | $3K | 1.2% |
| Pakistan | $2K | 0.6% |
| Spain | $2K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States shaped bamboo exports (HS 4409.21): 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 4409.21: Wood: bamboo (including unassembled strips and friezes for parquet flooring), continuously shaped along any edges, ends or faces, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed.
Common questions
What is the value of shaped bamboo exported by the United States?
The United States exported shaped bamboo worth $4.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 73 countries worldwide, with 7% of world exports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries buy shaped bamboo from the United States?
The Bahamas was the largest buyer with 89% of the value ($4.4 million), followed by Mexico (8%) and Canada (2%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 18 buyer countries in total. Guyana grew fastest among the top ten, up 244% on the year.
What is the average export price of shaped bamboo per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.52 per kg in 2024, 111% above the world average of $1.67 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of shaped bamboo from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $952 thousand in 2017 to $4.9 million in 2024, an increase of 415%. The peak was 2022 at $5.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.0 million a year.
Does the United States also import shaped bamboo?
Yes. The United States imported $279 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Peru and Italy. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $4.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for shaped bamboo?
The HS code for shaped bamboo is subheading 4409.21. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4409 page.
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