Vitrifiable transfers imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $5.9 million of vitrifiable transfers in 2024 (210 tonnes). It ranks 4th of 184 countries for imports of this product. That is 17% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $12.7 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 | $5.9M | 210 t |
| 2023 | $7.2M | 198 t |
| 2022 | $9.7M | 368 t |
| 2021 | $7.5M | 272 t |
| 2020 | $7.8M | 273 t |
| 2019 | $9.9M | 440 t |
| 2018 | $12.7M | 402 t |
| 2017 | $9.1M | 344 t |
Where the United States imports vitrifiable transfers from
The largest suppliers were China (31%), South Korea (20%), El Salvador (13%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+100% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.8M | 31% |
| South Korea | $1.2M | 20% |
| El Salvador | $773K | 13% |
| Canada | $285K | 4.8% |
| Mexico | $236K | 4% |
| Taiwan | $218K | 3.7% |
| France | $189K | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $163K | 2.7% |
| South Africa | $158K | 2.7% |
| Japan | $146K | 2.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $28.25 per kg, 20% above the world average of $23.48. 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.
Vitrifiable transfers exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported vitrifiable transfers worth $5.6 million (122 tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 96 countries. The largest buyer markets were Canada (46%), Mexico (12%), Australia (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Dominican Republic grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $2.6M | 46% |
| Mexico | $659K | 12% |
| Australia | $509K | 9.1% |
| Hong Kong | $252K | 4.5% |
| Dominican Republic | $151K | 2.7% |
| South Africa | $138K | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | $126K | 2.3% |
| Singapore | $106K | 1.9% |
| Thailand | $91K | 1.6% |
| China | $87K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States vitrifiable transfers imports (HS 4908.10): 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 4908.10: Printed matter: transfers (decalcomanias), vitrifiable.
Common questions
What is the value of vitrifiable transfers imported by the United States?
The United States imported vitrifiable transfers worth $5.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 210 tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 184 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply vitrifiable transfers to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by South Korea (20%) and El Salvador (13%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 39 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 100% on the year.
What is the average import price of vitrifiable transfers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $28.25 per kg in 2024, 20% above the world average of $23.48 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of vitrifiable transfers to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.1 million in 2017 to $5.9 million in 2024, a fall of 35%. The peak was 2018 at $12.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.7 million a year.
Does the United States also export vitrifiable transfers?
Yes. The United States exported $5.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and Australia. That compares with imports of $5.9 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for vitrifiable transfers?
The HS code for vitrifiable transfers is subheading 4908.10. It sits in HS chapter 49 (printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4908 page.
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