Sunglasses imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $1.74 billion of sunglasses in 2024 (6.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 221 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 9% from 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
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1.74B | 6.5K t |
| 2023 | $1.91B | 6.8K t |
| 2022 | $2.08B | 8.7K t |
| 2021 | $1.88B | 7.2K t |
| 2020 | $1.23B | 5.2K t |
| 2019 | $1.59B | 7.5K t |
| 2018 | $1.62B | 8.2K t |
| 2017 | $1.51B | 7.0K t |
Where the United States imports sunglasses from
Most of the value came from Italy (48%), China (34%), Japan (6%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $834.7M | 48% |
| China | $597.8M | 34% |
| Japan | $106.5M | 6.1% |
| Taiwan | $36.6M | 2.1% |
| Brazil | $35.6M | 2% |
| Thailand | $32.2M | 1.9% |
| Mexico | $23.5M | 1.4% |
| France | $21.6M | 1.2% |
| Switzerland | $9.8M | 0.6% |
| South Korea | $8.4M | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $266.64 per kg, 125% above the world average of $118.69. 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.
Sunglasses exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported sunglasses worth $459.1 million (2.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 189 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Italy (23%), Mexico (16%), Hong Kong (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Japan grew fastest (+303% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $104.6M | 23% |
| Mexico | $71.5M | 16% |
| Hong Kong | $59.7M | 13% |
| China | $25.2M | 5.5% |
| Canada | $22.6M | 4.9% |
| France | $18.9M | 4.1% |
| United Kingdom | $16.9M | 3.7% |
| Netherlands | $15.8M | 3.4% |
| Japan | $15.5M | 3.4% |
| Australia | $15.5M | 3.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States sunglasses imports (HS 9004.10): 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 9004.10: Sunglasses: corrective, protective or other.
Common questions
What is the value of sunglasses imported by the United States?
The United States imported sunglasses worth $1.74 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 221 countries worldwide, with 19% of world imports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply sunglasses to the United States?
Italy was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($834.7 million), followed by China (34%) and Japan (6%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 88 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 429% on the year.
What is the average import price of sunglasses per kg?
The average declared import value was about $266.64 per kg in 2024, 125% above the world average of $118.69 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of sunglasses to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.51 billion in 2017 to $1.74 billion in 2024, an increase of 16%. The peak was 2022 at $2.08 billion. Over 8 years the average was $1.69 billion a year.
Does the United States also export sunglasses?
Yes. The United States exported $459.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, Mexico and Hong Kong. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $1.28 billion a year.
What is the HS code for sunglasses?
The HS code for sunglasses is subheading 9004.10. 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 9004 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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