Universal AC/DC motors imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of universal ac/dc motors by the United States reached $216.9 million in 2024 (31.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 206 countries. That is 14% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $216.9M | 31.6K t |
| 2023 | $190.1M | 27.1K t |
| 2022 | $202.6M | 9.6K t |
| 2021 | $183.7M | 9.0K t |
| 2020 | $101.3M | 14.1K t |
| 2019 | $142.4M | 12.5K t |
| 2018 | $121.4M | 25.1K t |
| 2017 | $113.1M | 26.4K t |
Where the United States imports universal ac/dc motors from
The largest suppliers were Vietnam (21%), Mexico (16%), China (16%). Among the main suppliers, Indonesia grew fastest (+282% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam | $45.0M | 21% |
| Mexico | $34.6M | 16% |
| China | $33.9M | 16% |
| Japan | $22.0M | 10% |
| Indonesia | $13.1M | 6% |
| Germany | $12.2M | 5.6% |
| Switzerland | $5.8M | 2.7% |
| United Kingdom | $5.8M | 2.7% |
| Slovenia | $5.4M | 2.5% |
| Netherlands | $5.3M | 2.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.86 per kg, close to the world average of $8.45.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Universal AC/DC motors exports from the United States
Exports of universal ac/dc motors by the United States reached $102.8 million in 2024 (4.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 152 countries. The largest buyer markets were Mexico (14%), Canada (12%), United Kingdom (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 37%. Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+57% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $14.7M | 14% |
| Canada | $12.0M | 12% |
| United Kingdom | $11.0M | 11% |
| Germany | $5.6M | 5.4% |
| China | $5.3M | 5.2% |
| Australia | $3.9M | 3.8% |
| Spain | $3.3M | 3.2% |
| Singapore | $3.1M | 3% |
| Netherlands | $3.0M | 2.9% |
| Malaysia | $2.3M | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States universal ac/dc motors imports (HS 8501.20): 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 8501.20: Electric motors: universal AC/DC of an output exceeding 37.5W.
Common questions
What is the value of universal ac/dc motors imported by the United States?
The United States imported universal ac/dc motors worth $216.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 31.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 206 countries worldwide, with 16% of world imports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply universal ac/dc motors to the United States?
Vietnam was the largest supplier with 21% of the value ($45.0 million), followed by Mexico (16%) and China (16%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 66 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 282% on the year.
What is the average import price of universal ac/dc motors per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.86 per kg in 2024, 19% below the world average of $8.45 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of universal ac/dc motors to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $113.1 million in 2017 to $216.9 million in 2024, an increase of 92%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $158.9 million a year.
Does the United States also export universal ac/dc motors?
Yes. The United States exported $102.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and the United Kingdom. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $114.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for universal ac/dc motors?
The HS code for universal ac/dc motors is subheading 8501.20. 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 8501 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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