Water-tube boilers (small-medium) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of water-tube boilers (small-medium) by the United States reached $22.5 million in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 83 countries. Value fell 14% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $33.0 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 | $22.5M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $26.2M | 2.8K t |
| 2022 | $33.0M | 2.7K t |
| 2021 | $20.6M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $22.0M | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $21.9M | 1.9K t |
| 2018 | $20.5M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $21.4M | 2.0K t |
Where the United States exports water-tube boilers (small-medium) to
Canada alone took 50% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $11.4M | 51% |
| South Korea | $4.0M | 18% |
| Mexico | $2.0M | 9.1% |
| Brazil | $1.5M | 6.7% |
| Indonesia | $923K | 4.1% |
| Peru | $412K | 1.8% |
| Dominican Republic | $374K | 1.7% |
| Libya | $317K | 1.4% |
| China | $209K | 0.9% |
| Chile | $183K | 0.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.11 per kg, 159% above the world average of $6.23. 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-tube boilers (small-medium) imports to the United States
Imports of water-tube boilers (small-medium) by the United States reached $19.2 million in 2024 (849 tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 168 countries. Canada alone supplied 81% of it. Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest (+101% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $15.6M | 81% |
| Belgium | $655K | 3.4% |
| Bahamas | $650K | 3.4% |
| Italy | $585K | 3.1% |
| Slovenia | $517K | 2.7% |
| China | $455K | 2.4% |
| Germany | $172K | 0.9% |
| South Korea | $143K | 0.7% |
| Brazil | $125K | 0.7% |
| Denmark | $114K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States water-tube boilers (small-medium) exports (HS 8402.12): 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 8402.12: Boilers: watertube boilers with a steam production not exceeding 45t per hour.
Common questions
What is the value of water-tube boilers (small-medium) exported by the United States?
The United States exported water-tube boilers (small-medium) worth $22.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 83 countries worldwide, with 6% of world exports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries buy water-tube boilers (small-medium) from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 50% of the value ($11.4 million), followed by South Korea (18%) and Mexico (9%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 40 buyer countries in total. Peru grew fastest among the top ten, up 641% on the year.
What is the average export price of water-tube boilers (small-medium) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $16.11 per kg in 2024, 159% above the world average of $6.23 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of water-tube boilers (small-medium) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $21.4 million in 2017 to $22.5 million in 2024, an increase of 5%. The peak was 2022 at $33.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $23.5 million a year.
Does the United States also import water-tube boilers (small-medium)?
Yes. The United States imported $19.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada, Belgium and the Bahamas. That compares with exports of $22.5 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for water-tube boilers (small-medium)?
The HS code for water-tube boilers (small-medium) is subheading 8402.12. 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 8402 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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