Spacecraft and satellites imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of spacecraft and satellites by the United States reached $1.29 billion in 2024 (29 tonnes). It ranks 1st of 88 countries for imports of this product. That is 158% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 24% 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 | $1.29B | 29 t |
| 2023 | $501.0M | 24 t |
| 2022 | $354.7M | 14 t |
| 2021 | $246.0M | 21 t |
| 2020 | $328.8M | 27 t |
| 2019 | $587.7M | 24 t |
| 2018 | $425.9M | 255 t |
| 2017 | $292.4M | 4 t |
Where the United States imports spacecraft and satellites from
Germany alone supplied 67% of it. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+267% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $863.2M | 67% |
| South Korea | $156.8M | 12% |
| Turkey | $109.1M | 8.4% |
| Finland | $37.7M | 2.9% |
| Italy | $23.2M | 1.8% |
| Netherlands | $20.3M | 1.6% |
| Sweden | $18.8M | 1.5% |
| Belgium | $17.7M | 1.4% |
| Japan | $9.5M | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $8.4M | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $44,588.49 per kg, 1298% above the world average of $3,188.73. 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.
Spacecraft and satellites exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported spacecraft and satellites worth $267.8 million (1 tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 52 countries. Australia alone took 56% of it. Among the main buyer markets, New Zealand grew fastest (+325% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $150.0M | 56% |
| Norway | $57.7M | 22% |
| New Zealand | $41.1M | 15% |
| South Korea | $8.8M | 3.3% |
| Canada | $4.9M | 1.9% |
| Germany | $1.7M | 0.7% |
| France | $1.1M | 0.4% |
| Italy | $812K | 0.3% |
| Singapore | $425K | 0.2% |
| Kenya | $158K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States spacecraft and satellites imports (HS 8802.60): 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 8802.60: Spacecraft: (including satellites) and suborbital and spacecraft launch vehicles.
Common questions
What is the value of spacecraft and satellites imported by the United States?
The United States imported spacecraft and satellites worth $1.29 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 29 tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 88 countries worldwide, with 47% of world imports. The value was up 158% on 2023.
Which countries supply spacecraft and satellites to the United States?
Germany was the largest supplier with 67% of the value ($863.2 million), followed by South Korea (12%) and Turkey (8%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 340% on the year.
What is the average import price of spacecraft and satellites per kg?
The average declared import value was about $44,588.49 per kg in 2024, 1298% above the world average of $3,188.73 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of spacecraft and satellites to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $292.4 million in 2017 to $1.29 billion in 2024, an increase of 342%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $503.7 million a year.
Does the United States also export spacecraft and satellites?
Yes. The United States exported $267.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Australia, Norway and New Zealand. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $1.03 billion a year.
What is the HS code for spacecraft and satellites?
The HS code for spacecraft and satellites is subheading 8802.60. It sits in HS chapter 88 (aircraft, spacecraft, and parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8802 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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