Spray guns and applicators imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of spray guns and applicators by the United States reached $440.7 million in 2024 (28.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 222 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 19% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
Hover or tap a year for detail.
Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $440.7M | 28.7K t |
| 2023 | $369.5M | 22.3K t |
| 2022 | $419.0M | 27.1K t |
| 2021 | $548.2M | 40.3K t |
| 2020 | $352.8M | 39.0K t |
| 2019 | $406.7M | 17.3K t |
| 2018 | $387.9M | 15.9K t |
| 2017 | $354.3M | 14.9K t |
Where the United States imports spray guns and applicators from
Most of the value came from China (47%), Mexico (11%), Taiwan (9%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+914% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $208.0M | 47% |
| Mexico | $49.3M | 11% |
| Taiwan | $40.9M | 9.3% |
| South Korea | $22.2M | 5.1% |
| Germany | $21.4M | 4.9% |
| Canada | $15.9M | 3.6% |
| Italy | $13.3M | 3% |
| India | $13.1M | 3% |
| Malaysia | $10.2M | 2.3% |
| Japan | $9.6M | 2.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.35 per kg, 27% above the world average of $12.06. 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.
Spray guns and applicators exports from the United States
The United States exported $309.7 million of spray guns and applicators in 2024 (6.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 159 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Belgium (20%), Canada (18%), Mexico (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 47%. Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+156% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $61.7M | 20% |
| Canada | $55.4M | 18% |
| Mexico | $26.9M | 8.7% |
| China | $16.7M | 5.4% |
| Australia | $16.4M | 5.3% |
| Japan | $14.0M | 4.5% |
| United Kingdom | $12.8M | 4.1% |
| France | $10.1M | 3.3% |
| Thailand | $7.7M | 2.5% |
| South Korea | $7.5M | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States spray guns and applicators imports (HS 8424.20): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
Shipment records are in the platform
Tell us what you trade and we will show you the latest records on a live call.
Direct customs feed: shipment-level records from the official customs source.
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 8424.20: Spray guns and similar appliances.
Common questions
What is the value of spray guns and applicators imported by the United States?
The United States imported spray guns and applicators worth $440.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 28.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 222 countries worldwide, with 19% of world imports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply spray guns and applicators to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($208.0 million), followed by Mexico (11%) and Taiwan (9%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 71 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 914% on the year.
What is the average import price of spray guns and applicators per kg?
The average declared import value was about $15.35 per kg in 2024, 27% above the world average of $12.06 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of spray guns and applicators to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $354.3 million in 2017 to $440.7 million in 2024, an increase of 24%. The peak was 2021 at $548.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $409.9 million a year.
Does the United States also export spray guns and applicators?
Yes. The United States exported $309.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Belgium, Canada and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $131.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for spray guns and applicators?
The HS code for spray guns and applicators is subheading 8424.20. 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 8424 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for the United States reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
Same product, other countries
World spray guns and applicators trade: top importers and exporters
See what your buyers are buying.Then decide.
Everything we show you comes from official customs filings — records, not claims. 30 minutes. Your shipment. Your HS code. Real platform. If you don’t see something new about your market by the end of the call, we walk away. No follow-ups.