Spirit levels and transit levels imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported spirit levels and transit levels worth $41.1 million (1.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 213 countries for imports of this product. That is 6% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $75.3 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 | $41.1M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $38.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $44.7M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $75.3M | 2.5K t |
| 2020 | $30.8M | 581 t |
| 2019 | $36.6M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $41.9M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $49.2M | 1.4K t |
Where the United States imports spirit levels and transit levels from
Most of the value came from Thailand (29%), China (21%), Germany (19%). Among the main suppliers, Austria grew fastest (+212% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $11.9M | 29% |
| China | $8.6M | 21% |
| Germany | $7.7M | 19% |
| Mexico | $2.6M | 6.3% |
| Malaysia | $2.2M | 5.3% |
| Canada | $1.6M | 3.8% |
| Austria | $922K | 2.2% |
| Japan | $791K | 1.9% |
| Singapore | $790K | 1.9% |
| Vietnam | $612K | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $25.51 per kg, close to the world average of $30.95.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Spirit levels and transit levels exports from the United States
Exports of spirit levels and transit levels by the United States reached $11.7 million in 2024 (212 tonnes). It ranks 8th of 143 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Canada (22%), Australia (8%), China (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 36%. Among the main buyer markets, Singapore grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $2.6M | 22% |
| Australia | $956K | 8.2% |
| China | $685K | 5.8% |
| Singapore | $681K | 5.8% |
| India | $602K | 5.1% |
| Germany | $600K | 5.1% |
| United Kingdom | $598K | 5.1% |
| Mexico | $349K | 3% |
| France | $310K | 2.6% |
| Netherlands | $302K | 2.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States spirit levels and transit levels imports (HS 9015.30): 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 9015.30: Surveying equipment: levels.
Common questions
What is the value of spirit levels and transit levels imported by the United States?
The United States imported spirit levels and transit levels worth $41.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 213 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply spirit levels and transit levels to the United States?
Thailand was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($11.9 million), followed by China (21%) and Germany (19%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 49 supplier countries in total. Austria grew fastest among the top ten, up 212% on the year.
What is the average import price of spirit levels and transit levels per kg?
The average declared import value was about $25.51 per kg in 2024, 18% below the world average of $30.95 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of spirit levels and transit levels to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $49.2 million in 2017 to $41.1 million in 2024, a fall of 16%. The peak was 2021 at $75.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $44.8 million a year.
Does the United States also export spirit levels and transit levels?
Yes. The United States exported $11.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Australia and China. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $29.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for spirit levels and transit levels?
The HS code for spirit levels and transit levels is subheading 9015.30. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9015 page.
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