Wafer testing instruments exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $714.9 million of wafer testing instruments in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 91 countries. That is 4% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $917.2 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $714.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $689.8M | 944 t |
| 2022 | $711.1M | 1.0K t |
| 2021 | $649.9M | 1.0K t |
| 2020 | $507.0M | 1.0K t |
| 2019 | $610.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $917.2M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $677.9M | 1.5K t |
Where the United States exports wafer testing instruments to
The largest buyer markets were Taiwan (25%), South Korea (14%), Malaysia (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Israel grew fastest (+438% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | $176.5M | 25% |
| South Korea | $98.3M | 14% |
| Malaysia | $84.6M | 12% |
| China | $82.1M | 12% |
| Singapore | $47.0M | 6.6% |
| Japan | $43.5M | 6.1% |
| Israel | $26.7M | 3.7% |
| Philippines | $25.7M | 3.6% |
| Germany | $23.8M | 3.3% |
| Italy | $16.7M | 2.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $616.89 per kg, close to the world average of $699.41.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Wafer testing instruments imports to the United States
Imports of wafer testing instruments by the United States reached $712.3 million in 2024 (717 tonnes). It ranks 4th of 150 countries for imports of this product. The largest suppliers were Malaysia (35%), Japan (26%), Italy (8%). Among the main suppliers, Hungary grew fastest (+237% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $247.0M | 35% |
| Japan | $183.0M | 26% |
| Italy | $58.4M | 8.2% |
| Taiwan | $53.4M | 7.5% |
| Germany | $41.1M | 5.8% |
| China | $18.7M | 2.6% |
| Hungary | $17.5M | 2.5% |
| South Korea | $14.0M | 2% |
| Netherlands | $11.1M | 1.6% |
| Israel | $10.7M | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States wafer testing instruments exports (HS 9030.82): 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 9030.82: Instruments and apparatus: for measuring or checking semiconductor wafers or devices.
Common questions
What is the value of wafer testing instruments exported by the United States?
The United States exported wafer testing instruments worth $714.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 91 countries worldwide, with 10% of world exports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries buy wafer testing instruments from the United States?
Taiwan was the largest buyer with 25% of the value ($176.5 million), followed by South Korea (14%) and Malaysia (12%). The top three together account for 50%, out of 84 buyer countries in total. Israel grew fastest among the top ten, up 438% on the year.
What is the average export price of wafer testing instruments per kg?
The average declared export value was about $616.89 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $699.41 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of wafer testing instruments from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $677.9 million in 2017 to $714.9 million in 2024, an increase of 5%. The peak was 2018 at $917.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $684.8 million a year.
Does the United States also import wafer testing instruments?
Yes. The United States imported $712.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Malaysia, Japan and Italy. That compares with exports of $714.9 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for wafer testing instruments?
The HS code for wafer testing instruments is subheading 9030.82. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9030 page.
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