Thermoforming and vacuum molding machines imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $93.6 million of thermoforming and vacuum molding machines in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 179 countries for imports of this product. That is 5% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $117.4 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 | $93.6M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $98.3M | 4.0K t |
| 2022 | $97.5M | 3.5K t |
| 2021 | $84.2M | 3.4K t |
| 2020 | $85.1M | 3.3K t |
| 2019 | $117.4M | 5.4K t |
| 2018 | $107.0M | 3.7K t |
| 2017 | $86.0M | 3.6K t |
Where the United States imports thermoforming and vacuum molding machines from
Most of the value came from Germany (45%), Italy (16%), Canada (9%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+360% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $42.2M | 45% |
| Italy | $14.6M | 16% |
| Canada | $8.2M | 8.8% |
| China | $7.6M | 8.1% |
| South Korea | $4.8M | 5.1% |
| Austria | $4.2M | 4.5% |
| United Kingdom | $1.8M | 2% |
| Switzerland | $1.7M | 1.9% |
| Taiwan | $1.4M | 1.5% |
| Hungary | $1.1M | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $44.07 per kg, 257% above the world average of $12.33. 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.
Thermoforming and vacuum molding machines exports from the United States
The United States exported $67.5 million of thermoforming and vacuum molding machines in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 84 countries. Most of it went to Mexico (44%), Poland (20%), Canada (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Poland grew fastest (+914% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $29.7M | 44% |
| Poland | $13.3M | 20% |
| Canada | $5.8M | 8.6% |
| Costa Rica | $4.4M | 6.5% |
| China | $3.0M | 4.4% |
| Czech Republic | $1.8M | 2.6% |
| Brazil | $1.5M | 2.2% |
| Malaysia | $1.3M | 1.9% |
| Taiwan | $1.1M | 1.6% |
| Honduras | $764K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States thermoforming and vacuum molding machines imports (HS 8477.40): 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 8477.40: Machinery: vacuum moulding machines and other thermoforming machines, for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials.
Common questions
What is the value of thermoforming and vacuum molding machines imported by the United States?
The United States imported thermoforming and vacuum molding machines worth $93.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 179 countries worldwide, with 9% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply thermoforming and vacuum molding machines to the United States?
Germany was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($42.2 million), followed by Italy (16%) and Canada (9%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 37 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 360% on the year.
What is the average import price of thermoforming and vacuum molding machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $44.07 per kg in 2024, 257% above the world average of $12.33 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of thermoforming and vacuum molding machines to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $86.0 million in 2017 to $93.6 million in 2024, an increase of 9%. The peak was 2019 at $117.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $96.1 million a year.
Does the United States also export thermoforming and vacuum molding machines?
Yes. The United States exported $67.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Poland and Canada. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $26.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for thermoforming and vacuum molding machines?
The HS code for thermoforming and vacuum molding machines is subheading 8477.40. 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 8477 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United States. Tell us your product to see it live.
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