Specialized machinery (other types) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of specialized machinery (other types) by the United States reached $8.58 billion in 2024 (737.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 222 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 18% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $8.58B | 737.5K t |
| 2023 | $7.29B | 347.4K t |
| 2022 | $6.21B | 963.4K t |
| 2021 | $5.74B | 282.9K t |
| 2020 | $4.72B | 509.3K t |
| 2019 | $4.95B | 537.3K t |
| 2018 | $5.05B | 663.3K t |
| 2017 | $4.80B | 520.8K t |
Where the United States imports specialized machinery (other types) from
Most of the value came from South Korea (21%), Germany (18%), Canada (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 49%. Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+419% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $1.80B | 21% |
| Germany | $1.51B | 18% |
| Canada | $931.4M | 11% |
| China | $800.8M | 9.3% |
| Mexico | $726.0M | 8.5% |
| Japan | $667.6M | 7.8% |
| Italy | $327.4M | 3.8% |
| Switzerland | $212.0M | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | $206.5M | 2.4% |
| Vietnam | $144.9M | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.64 per kg, 33% below the world average of $17.28, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Specialized machinery (other types) exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported specialized machinery (other types) worth $4.92 billion (126.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 200 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Mexico (28%), Canada (13%), Germany (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 47%. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+51% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $1.40B | 29% |
| Canada | $616.6M | 13% |
| Germany | $273.2M | 5.6% |
| China | $270.4M | 5.5% |
| United Kingdom | $159.7M | 3.3% |
| Japan | $156.2M | 3.2% |
| Brazil | $148.6M | 3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $145.5M | 3% |
| Australia | $126.1M | 2.6% |
| Singapore | $122.5M | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States specialized machinery (other types) imports (HS 8479.89): 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 8479.89: Machines and mechanical appliances: having individual functions, n.e.c. or included in this chapter.
Common questions
What is the value of specialized machinery (other types) imported by the United States?
The United States imported specialized machinery (other types) worth $8.58 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 737.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 222 countries worldwide, with 16% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply specialized machinery (other types) to the United States?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 21% of the value ($1.80 billion), followed by Germany (18%) and Canada (11%). The top three together account for 49%, out of 112 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 419% on the year.
What is the average import price of specialized machinery (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.64 per kg in 2024, 33% below the world average of $17.28 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of specialized machinery (other types) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.80 billion in 2017 to $8.58 billion in 2024, an increase of 79%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.92 billion a year.
Does the United States also export specialized machinery (other types)?
Yes. The United States exported $4.92 billion worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and Germany. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $3.67 billion a year.
What is the HS code for specialized machinery (other types)?
The HS code for specialized machinery (other types) is subheading 8479.89. 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 8479 page.
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