Tempered safety glass (general) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of tempered safety glass (general) by the United States reached $635.4 million in 2024 (259.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 216 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 55% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average.
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 | $635.4M | 259.1K t |
| 2023 | $409.0M | 166.5K t |
| 2022 | $393.4M | 196.8K t |
| 2021 | $437.0M | 237.5K t |
| 2020 | $344.9M | 188.1K t |
| 2019 | $335.2M | 190.7K t |
| 2018 | $332.1M | 200.9K t |
| 2017 | $244.9M | 138.8K t |
Where the United States imports tempered safety glass (general) from
China alone supplied 53% of it. Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest (+493% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $337.6M | 53% |
| Vietnam | $103.6M | 16% |
| Malaysia | $96.3M | 15% |
| Canada | $33.2M | 5.2% |
| Turkey | $14.2M | 2.2% |
| Germany | $12.5M | 2% |
| Mexico | $11.1M | 1.7% |
| Italy | $7.0M | 1.1% |
| South Korea | $2.6M | 0.4% |
| India | $2.5M | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.45 per kg, 113% above the world average of $1.15. 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.
Tempered safety glass (general) exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported tempered safety glass (general) worth $119.5 million (83.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 135 countries. The largest buyer markets were Mexico (47%), Canada (33%), France (5%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $56.7M | 47% |
| Canada | $39.7M | 33% |
| France | $6.3M | 5.3% |
| Germany | $3.3M | 2.7% |
| Hungary | $2.7M | 2.3% |
| China | $981K | 0.8% |
| Chile | $847K | 0.7% |
| Brazil | $837K | 0.7% |
| Costa Rica | $715K | 0.6% |
| Denmark | $637K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States tempered safety glass (general) imports (HS 7007.19): 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 7007.19: Glass: safety glass, toughened (tempered), (not of a size and shape suitable for incorporation in vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft or vessels).
Common questions
What is the value of tempered safety glass (general) imported by the United States?
The United States imported tempered safety glass (general) worth $635.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 259.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 216 countries worldwide, with 14% of world imports. The value was up 55% on 2023.
Which countries supply tempered safety glass (general) to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($337.6 million), followed by Vietnam (16%) and Malaysia (15%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 70 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 619% on the year.
What is the average import price of tempered safety glass (general) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.45 per kg in 2024, 113% above the world average of $1.15 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of tempered safety glass (general) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $244.9 million in 2017 to $635.4 million in 2024, an increase of 159%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $391.5 million a year.
Does the United States also export tempered safety glass (general)?
Yes. The United States exported $119.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and France. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $515.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for tempered safety glass (general)?
The HS code for tempered safety glass (general) is subheading 7007.19. It sits in HS chapter 70 (glass and glassware). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7007 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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