Trailer parts imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported trailer parts worth $1.19 billion (383.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 220 countries. Value fell 15% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $1.68 billion.
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 | $1.19B | 383.0K t |
| 2023 | $1.39B | 448.7K t |
| 2022 | $1.68B | 503.5K t |
| 2021 | $1.51B | 522.7K t |
| 2020 | $940.2M | 366.5K t |
| 2019 | $1.04B | 396.7K t |
| 2018 | $1.11B | 439.9K t |
| 2017 | $811.7M | 349.4K t |
Where the United States imports trailer parts from
The largest suppliers were China (45%), Mexico (16%), Canada (13%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $532.2M | 45% |
| Mexico | $192.7M | 16% |
| Canada | $159.8M | 13% |
| India | $61.1M | 5.1% |
| Thailand | $46.0M | 3.9% |
| Malaysia | $27.6M | 2.3% |
| South Korea | $26.3M | 2.2% |
| Vietnam | $24.6M | 2.1% |
| Germany | $22.7M | 1.9% |
| Taiwan | $13.7M | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.10 per kg, 23% below the world average of $4.02, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Trailer parts exports from the United States
Exports of trailer parts by the United States reached $1.09 billion in 2024 (175.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 165 countries. One buyer market dominates: Mexico accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest (+34% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $582.1M | 54% |
| Canada | $294.2M | 27% |
| Egypt | $63.2M | 5.8% |
| Australia | $40.7M | 3.7% |
| Venezuela | $8.5M | 0.8% |
| Germany | $8.4M | 0.8% |
| Poland | $8.2M | 0.8% |
| United Kingdom | $7.4M | 0.7% |
| Japan | $4.7M | 0.4% |
| Chile | $3.9M | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States trailer parts imports (HS 8716.90): 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 8716.90: Trailers, semi-trailers and other vehicles not mechanically propelled: parts thereof for heading no. 8716.
Common questions
What is the value of trailer parts imported by the United States?
The United States imported trailer parts worth $1.19 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 383.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 220 countries worldwide, with 11% of world imports. The value was down 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply trailer parts to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($532.2 million), followed by Mexico (16%) and Canada (13%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 74 supplier countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 25% on the year.
What is the average import price of trailer parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.10 per kg in 2024, 23% below the world average of $4.02 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of trailer parts to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $811.7 million in 2017 to $1.19 billion in 2024, an increase of 46%. The peak was 2022 at $1.68 billion. Over 8 years the average was $1.21 billion a year.
Does the United States also export trailer parts?
Yes. The United States exported $1.09 billion worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and Egypt. That compares with imports of $1.19 billion in the same year.
What is the HS code for trailer parts?
The HS code for trailer parts is subheading 8716.90. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8716 page.
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