Traffic control parts imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $190.5 million of traffic control parts in 2024 (4.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 194 countries for imports of this product. That is close to the 2023 level. 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 | $190.5M | 4.8K t |
| 2023 | $195.0M | 5.5K t |
| 2022 | $183.7M | 6.1K t |
| 2021 | $165.5M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $152.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $179.7M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $189.0M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $180.0M | 1.9K t |
Where the United States imports traffic control parts from
The largest suppliers were Mexico (42%), Canada (13%), China (10%). Among the main suppliers, Taiwan grew fastest (+105% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $80.0M | 42% |
| Canada | $24.6M | 13% |
| China | $18.1M | 9.5% |
| Taiwan | $16.4M | 8.6% |
| Malaysia | $8.7M | 4.6% |
| Italy | $7.5M | 3.9% |
| Poland | $6.9M | 3.6% |
| United Kingdom | $5.0M | 2.6% |
| Germany | $4.9M | 2.6% |
| Austria | $3.3M | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $39.88 per kg, close to the world average of $48.73.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Traffic control parts exports from the United States
Exports of traffic control parts by the United States reached $78.7 million in 2024 (987 tonnes). It ranks 6th of 112 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Canada (35%), Mexico (32%), Australia (5%). Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+73% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $27.8M | 35% |
| Mexico | $25.5M | 32% |
| Australia | $3.8M | 4.8% |
| Netherlands | $2.9M | 3.7% |
| United Kingdom | $2.5M | 3.1% |
| China | $2.4M | 3% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 1.4% |
| Brazil | $1.1M | 1.4% |
| France | $938K | 1.2% |
| India | $801K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States traffic control parts imports (HS 8530.90): 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 8530.90: Signalling apparatus: parts of safety, traffic control equipment for railways, tramways, roads, inland waterways, airfields, parking facilities, port instalments (excluding those of heading no. 8608).
Common questions
What is the value of traffic control parts imported by the United States?
The United States imported traffic control parts worth $190.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 194 countries worldwide, with 19% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply traffic control parts to the United States?
Mexico was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($80.0 million), followed by Canada (13%) and China (10%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 51 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 105% on the year.
What is the average import price of traffic control parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $39.88 per kg in 2024, 18% below the world average of $48.73 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of traffic control parts to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $180.0 million in 2017 to $190.5 million in 2024, an increase of 6%. The peak was 2023 at $195.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $179.5 million a year.
Does the United States also export traffic control parts?
Yes. The United States exported $78.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and Australia. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $111.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for traffic control parts?
The HS code for traffic control parts is subheading 8530.90. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8530 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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