Stationary compacting and tamping machinery imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of stationary compacting and tamping machinery by the United States reached $86.6 million in 2024 (6.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 208 countries. Value fell 29% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $121.2 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 | $86.6M | 6.7K t |
| 2023 | $121.2M | 9.2K t |
| 2022 | $76.0M | 7.0K t |
| 2021 | $68.5M | 6.1K t |
| 2020 | $68.8M | 5.6K t |
| 2019 | $58.2M | 5.1K t |
| 2018 | $57.3M | 4.2K t |
| 2017 | $34.3M | 2.8K t |
Where the United States imports stationary compacting and tamping machinery from
Most of the value came from Germany (30%), China (21%), Japan (20%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+45% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $25.7M | 30% |
| China | $18.0M | 21% |
| Japan | $17.5M | 20% |
| Bulgaria | $8.8M | 10% |
| Mexico | $4.1M | 4.8% |
| Canada | $2.0M | 2.3% |
| Vietnam | $1.8M | 2.1% |
| Czech Republic | $1.6M | 1.8% |
| United Kingdom | $1.0M | 1.2% |
| Finland | $926K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.97 per kg, 65% above the world average of $7.87. 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.
Stationary compacting and tamping machinery exports from the United States
The United States exported $12.2 million of stationary compacting and tamping machinery in 2024 (879 tonnes). It ranks 7th of 115 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Canada (44%), Mexico (15%), China (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Bahamas grew fastest (+545% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $5.3M | 44% |
| Mexico | $1.9M | 15% |
| China | $930K | 7.6% |
| Bahamas | $476K | 3.9% |
| Dominican Republic | $443K | 3.6% |
| United Kingdom | $319K | 2.6% |
| Germany | $298K | 2.5% |
| Singapore | $207K | 1.7% |
| Australia | $172K | 1.4% |
| Brazil | $159K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States stationary compacting and tamping machinery imports (HS 8430.61): 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 8430.61: Machinery: for tamping or compacting, not self-propelled.
Common questions
What is the value of stationary compacting and tamping machinery imported by the United States?
The United States imported stationary compacting and tamping machinery worth $86.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 208 countries worldwide, with 18% of world imports. The value was down 29% on 2023.
Which countries supply stationary compacting and tamping machinery to the United States?
Germany was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($25.7 million), followed by China (21%) and Japan (20%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. Finland grew fastest among the top ten, up 290% on the year.
What is the average import price of stationary compacting and tamping machinery per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.97 per kg in 2024, 65% above the world average of $7.87 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of stationary compacting and tamping machinery to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $34.3 million in 2017 to $86.6 million in 2024, an increase of 153%. The peak was 2023 at $121.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $71.3 million a year.
Does the United States also export stationary compacting and tamping machinery?
Yes. The United States exported $12.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and China. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $74.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for stationary compacting and tamping machinery?
The HS code for stationary compacting and tamping machinery is subheading 8430.61. 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 8430 page.
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