Steam condensers imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported steam condensers worth $17.1 million (1.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 168 countries. That is 39% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $33.6 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 | $17.1M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $28.0M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $28.4M | 2.6K t |
| 2021 | $21.8M | 2.8K t |
| 2020 | $19.1M | 5.7K t |
| 2019 | $33.6M | 2.6K t |
| 2018 | $27.4M | 3.7K t |
| 2017 | $19.1M | 3.6K t |
Where the United States imports steam condensers from
Most of the value came from China (42%), Canada (17%), Italy (9%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+530% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.2M | 42% |
| Canada | $3.0M | 17% |
| Italy | $1.5M | 9% |
| India | $1.3M | 7.6% |
| South Korea | $1.1M | 6.5% |
| Spain | $921K | 5.4% |
| Germany | $878K | 5.1% |
| France | $687K | 4% |
| Japan | $111K | 0.7% |
| Czech Republic | $101K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.53 per kg, 65% above the world average of $8.21. 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.
Steam condensers exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported steam condensers worth $9.4 million (1.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 75 countries. The largest buyer markets were Ghana (36%), Canada (21%), Mexico (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Singapore grew fastest (+240% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ghana | $3.3M | 36% |
| Canada | $1.9M | 21% |
| Mexico | $1.1M | 12% |
| Indonesia | $380K | 4.1% |
| Peru | $349K | 3.7% |
| China | $291K | 3.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $253K | 2.7% |
| Argentina | $191K | 2% |
| United Kingdom | $177K | 1.9% |
| Singapore | $176K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States steam condensers imports (HS 8404.20): 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 8404.20: Boilers: condensers, for steam or other vapour power units.
Common questions
What is the value of steam condensers imported by the United States?
The United States imported steam condensers worth $17.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 168 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was down 39% on 2023.
Which countries supply steam condensers to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($7.2 million), followed by Canada (17%) and Italy (9%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 530% on the year.
What is the average import price of steam condensers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.53 per kg in 2024, 65% above the world average of $8.21 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of steam condensers to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $19.1 million in 2017 to $17.1 million in 2024, a fall of 10%. The peak was 2019 at $33.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $24.3 million a year.
Does the United States also export steam condensers?
Yes. The United States exported $9.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ghana, Canada and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $7.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for steam condensers?
The HS code for steam condensers is subheading 8404.20. 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 8404 page.
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