Water jet cutting machines exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported water jet cutting machines worth $33.0 million (1.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 68 countries. Value fell 11% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2017, at $44.6 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 | $33.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $37.0M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $34.6M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $33.7M | 1.0K t |
| 2020 | $25.1M | 949 t |
| 2019 | $36.3M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $39.8M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $44.6M | 1.7K t |
Where the United States exports water jet cutting machines to
The largest buyer markets were Canada (29%), Mexico (22%), Germany (9%). Among the main buyer markets, South Korea grew fastest (+82% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $9.7M | 29% |
| Mexico | $7.4M | 22% |
| Germany | $3.0M | 9.2% |
| Netherlands | $2.0M | 6.1% |
| South Korea | $1.3M | 4.1% |
| France | $1.3M | 4.1% |
| United Kingdom | $996K | 3% |
| Romania | $868K | 2.6% |
| Poland | $795K | 2.4% |
| Italy | $570K | 1.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $28.45 per kg, 49% above the world average of $19.14. 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.
Water jet cutting machines imports to the United States
The United States imported $29.4 million of water jet cutting machines in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 143 countries. South Korea alone supplied 56% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $16.5M | 56% |
| China | $3.0M | 10% |
| Iceland | $2.3M | 7.8% |
| Italy | $2.2M | 7.5% |
| France | $1.3M | 4.4% |
| Germany | $677K | 2.3% |
| Sweden | $647K | 2.2% |
| Thailand | $545K | 1.9% |
| Slovakia | $531K | 1.8% |
| Singapore | $359K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States water jet cutting machines exports (HS 8456.50): 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 8456.50: Machine tools: for working any material by removal of material: operated by water-jet cutting machines.
Common questions
What is the value of water jet cutting machines exported by the United States?
The United States exported water jet cutting machines worth $33.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 68 countries worldwide, with 16% of world exports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries buy water jet cutting machines from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 29% of the value ($9.7 million), followed by Mexico (22%) and Germany (9%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 52 buyer countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 82% on the year.
What is the average export price of water jet cutting machines per kg?
The average declared export value was about $28.45 per kg in 2024, 49% above the world average of $19.14 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of water jet cutting machines from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $44.6 million in 2017 to $33.0 million in 2024, a fall of 26%. The peak was 2017 at $44.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $35.5 million a year.
Does the United States also import water jet cutting machines?
Yes. The United States imported $29.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Korea, China and Iceland. That compares with exports of $33.0 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for water jet cutting machines?
The HS code for water jet cutting machines is subheading 8456.50. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8456 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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