Solid-state storage devices imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $17.07 billion of solid-state storage devices in 2024 (11.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 216 countries. Value rose 115% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% 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 | $17.07B | 11.8K t |
| 2023 | $7.93B | 11.7K t |
| 2022 | $14.71B | 11.8K t |
| 2021 | $13.60B | 11.3K t |
| 2020 | $11.54B | 10.5K t |
| 2019 | $8.75B | 9.8K t |
| 2018 | $5.45B | 6.5K t |
| 2017 | $4.38B | 4.8K t |
Where the United States imports solid-state storage devices from
The largest suppliers were South Korea (31%), Malaysia (18%), Taiwan (17%). Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+760% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $5.31B | 31% |
| Malaysia | $3.04B | 18% |
| Taiwan | $2.95B | 17% |
| Vietnam | $1.73B | 10% |
| Singapore | $1.15B | 6.8% |
| Philippines | $884.3M | 5.2% |
| Mexico | $575.3M | 3.4% |
| Thailand | $401.4M | 2.4% |
| China | $400.9M | 2.4% |
| Japan | $340.3M | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1,448.84 per kg, 44% above the world average of $1,006.21. 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.
Solid-state storage devices exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported solid-state storage devices worth $4.56 billion (1.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 190 countries. One buyer market dominates: Mexico accounted for 68% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Hong Kong grew fastest (+99% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $3.10B | 68% |
| Hong Kong | $207.5M | 4.6% |
| Netherlands | $195.2M | 4.3% |
| China | $124.6M | 2.7% |
| Malaysia | $90.4M | 2% |
| Ireland | $81.1M | 1.8% |
| Singapore | $77.0M | 1.7% |
| Taiwan | $64.2M | 1.4% |
| Germany | $56.3M | 1.2% |
| Japan | $54.2M | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States solid-state storage devices imports (HS 8523.51): 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 8523.51: Semiconductor media: solid-state non-volatile storage devices, whether or not recorded, excluding products of Chapter 37.
Common questions
What is the value of solid-state storage devices imported by the United States?
The United States imported solid-state storage devices worth $17.07 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 216 countries worldwide, with 34% of world imports. The value was up 115% on 2023.
Which countries supply solid-state storage devices to the United States?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($5.31 billion), followed by Malaysia (18%) and Taiwan (17%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 91 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 760% on the year.
What is the average import price of solid-state storage devices per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1,448.84 per kg in 2024, 44% above the world average of $1,006.21 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of solid-state storage devices to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.38 billion in 2017 to $17.07 billion in 2024, an increase of 290%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $10.43 billion a year.
Does the United States also export solid-state storage devices?
Yes. The United States exported $4.56 billion worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Hong Kong and the Netherlands. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $12.50 billion a year.
What is the HS code for solid-state storage devices?
The HS code for solid-state storage devices is subheading 8523.51. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8523 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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