Silver-plated utensils imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported silver-plated utensils worth $5.0 million (45 tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 178 countries for imports of this product. That is 37% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $7.9 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 | $5.0M | 45 t |
| 2023 | $7.9M | 85 t |
| 2022 | $7.8M | 260 t |
| 2021 | $6.0M | 185 t |
| 2020 | $3.9M | 128 t |
| 2019 | $7.3M | 269 t |
| 2018 | $6.9M | 273 t |
| 2017 | $7.1M | 239 t |
Where the United States imports silver-plated utensils from
The largest suppliers were France (42%), China (20%), Italy (12%). Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest (+302% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $2.1M | 42% |
| China | $996K | 20% |
| Italy | $576K | 12% |
| Germany | $391K | 7.9% |
| Indonesia | $219K | 4.4% |
| India | $172K | 3.5% |
| Canada | $169K | 3.4% |
| United Kingdom | $62K | 1.3% |
| Portugal | $44K | 0.9% |
| Japan | $42K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $111.06 per kg, 512% above the world average of $18.14. 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.
Silver-plated utensils exports from the United States
Exports of silver-plated utensils by the United States reached $1.3 million in 2024 (32 tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 103 countries. Most of it went to Bahamas (20%), Mexico (15%), Turks and Caicos Isds (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 46%. Among the main buyer markets, Turks and Caicos Isds grew fastest (+843% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Bahamas | $251K | 20% |
| Mexico | $194K | 16% |
| Turks and Caicos Isds | $125K | 10% |
| Canada | $85K | 6.8% |
| Saint Lucia | $52K | 4.2% |
| Aruba | $50K | 4% |
| Zimbabwe | $46K | 3.7% |
| Barbados | $42K | 3.4% |
| Saint Maarten | $40K | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $37K | 3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States silver-plated utensils imports (HS 8215.91): 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 8215.91: Cutlery: (e.g. spoons, forks, ladles, skimmers, cake-servers, fish-knives, butter-knives, sugar tongs and similar), plated with precious metal, not in sets.
Common questions
What is the value of silver-plated utensils imported by the United States?
The United States imported silver-plated utensils worth $5.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 45 tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 178 countries worldwide, with 9% of world imports. The value was down 37% on 2023.
Which countries supply silver-plated utensils to the United States?
France was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by China (20%) and Italy (12%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 302% on the year.
What is the average import price of silver-plated utensils per kg?
The average declared import value was about $111.06 per kg in 2024, 512% above the world average of $18.14 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of silver-plated utensils to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.1 million in 2017 to $5.0 million in 2024, a fall of 30%. The peak was 2023 at $7.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.5 million a year.
Does the United States also export silver-plated utensils?
Yes. The United States exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Bahamas, Mexico and Turks and Caicos Isds. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $3.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for silver-plated utensils?
The HS code for silver-plated utensils is subheading 8215.91. 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 8215 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United States. Tell us your product to see it live.
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