Stainless conveyor belt imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $13.3 million of stainless conveyor belt in 2024 (609 tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 170 countries. That is close to the 2023 level. 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
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $13.3M | 609 t |
| 2023 | $13.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $13.5M | 555 t |
| 2021 | $12.1M | 488 t |
| 2020 | $9.9M | 507 t |
| 2019 | $9.9M | 474 t |
| 2018 | $10.3M | 478 t |
| 2017 | $9.7M | 488 t |
Where the United States imports stainless conveyor belt from
Germany alone supplied 51% of it. Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest (+56% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $6.8M | 51% |
| Netherlands | $1.1M | 8.6% |
| China | $961K | 7.2% |
| United Kingdom | $885K | 6.6% |
| Canada | $781K | 5.9% |
| Peru | $466K | 3.5% |
| Italy | $419K | 3.1% |
| Belgium | $318K | 2.4% |
| India | $296K | 2.2% |
| Indonesia | $230K | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $21.90 per kg, 110% above the world average of $10.41. 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.
Stainless conveyor belt exports from the United States
The United States exported $11.1 million of stainless conveyor belt in 2024 (807 tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 84 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Mexico (48%), Canada (14%), Netherlands (7%). Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+170% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $5.4M | 48% |
| Canada | $1.6M | 15% |
| Netherlands | $790K | 7.1% |
| France | $395K | 3.6% |
| South Africa | $273K | 2.5% |
| Brazil | $181K | 1.6% |
| Bulgaria | $169K | 1.5% |
| Chile | $157K | 1.4% |
| Honduras | $137K | 1.2% |
| Colombia | $126K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States stainless conveyor belt imports (HS 7314.12): 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 7314.12: Iron or steel: woven cloth, endless bands for machinery, of stainless steel.
Common questions
What is the value of stainless conveyor belt imported by the United States?
The United States imported stainless conveyor belt worth $13.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 609 tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 170 countries worldwide, with 11% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply stainless conveyor belt to the United States?
Germany was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($6.8 million), followed by the Netherlands (9%) and China (7%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 350% on the year.
What is the average import price of stainless conveyor belt per kg?
The average declared import value was about $21.90 per kg in 2024, 110% above the world average of $10.41 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of stainless conveyor belt to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.7 million in 2017 to $13.3 million in 2024, an increase of 37%. The peak was 2023 at $13.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.5 million a year.
Does the United States also export stainless conveyor belt?
Yes. The United States exported $11.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and the Netherlands. That compares with imports of $13.3 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for stainless conveyor belt?
The HS code for stainless conveyor belt is subheading 7314.12. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7314 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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