Tire molding and retreading machines imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of tire molding and retreading machines by the United States reached $65.7 million in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 146 countries. Value rose 9% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $132.7 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 | $65.7M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $60.0M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $52.4M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $60.9M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $43.9M | 998 t |
| 2019 | $68.1M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $59.0M | 2.4K t |
| 2017 | $132.7M | 5.1K t |
Where the United States imports tire molding and retreading machines from
The largest suppliers were Germany (25%), India (18%), Croatia (15%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+199% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $16.1M | 25% |
| India | $12.1M | 19% |
| Croatia | $9.6M | 15% |
| Italy | $7.4M | 11% |
| China | $7.2M | 11% |
| Netherlands | $6.1M | 9.3% |
| Poland | $3.8M | 5.7% |
| South Africa | $1.1M | 1.7% |
| Japan | $488K | 0.7% |
| Taiwan | $384K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $31.00 per kg, 114% above the world average of $14.50. 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.
Tire molding and retreading machines exports from the United States
Exports of tire molding and retreading machines by the United States reached $11.6 million in 2024 (164 tonnes). It ranks 9th of 59 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Mexico (30%), Romania (23%), Germany (17%). Among the main buyer markets, Romania grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $3.4M | 30% |
| Romania | $2.6M | 23% |
| Germany | $2.0M | 17% |
| France | $1.2M | 11% |
| Canada | $1.0M | 8.8% |
| Thailand | $190K | 1.6% |
| Malaysia | $153K | 1.3% |
| Japan | $152K | 1.3% |
| Italy | $132K | 1.1% |
| Costa Rica | $73K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States tire molding and retreading machines imports (HS 8477.51): 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 8477.51: Machinery: for moulding or retreading pneumatic tyres or for moulding or otherwise forming inner tubes.
Common questions
What is the value of tire molding and retreading machines imported by the United States?
The United States imported tire molding and retreading machines worth $65.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 146 countries worldwide, with 10% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply tire molding and retreading machines to the United States?
Germany was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($16.1 million), followed by India (18%) and Croatia (15%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 199% on the year.
What is the average import price of tire molding and retreading machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $31.00 per kg in 2024, 114% above the world average of $14.50 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of tire molding and retreading machines to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $132.7 million in 2017 to $65.7 million in 2024, a fall of 51%. The peak was 2017 at $132.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $67.8 million a year.
Does the United States also export tire molding and retreading machines?
Yes. The United States exported $11.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Romania and Germany. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $54.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for tire molding and retreading machines?
The HS code for tire molding and retreading machines is subheading 8477.51. 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.
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