Wirewound variable resistors (low power) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported wirewound variable resistors (low power) worth $16.8 million (41 tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 94 countries. Value fell 8% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $23.0 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 | $16.8M | 41 t |
| 2023 | $18.3M | 51 t |
| 2022 | $19.8M | 65 t |
| 2021 | $17.1M | 83 t |
| 2020 | $17.2M | 60 t |
| 2019 | $21.0M | 75 t |
| 2018 | $23.0M | 80 t |
| 2017 | $18.8M | 68 t |
Where the United States exports wirewound variable resistors (low power) to
The largest buyer markets were Mexico (14%), Germany (13%), Canada (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 39%. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $2.3M | 14% |
| Germany | $2.2M | 13% |
| Canada | $2.1M | 13% |
| Australia | $1.5M | 8.8% |
| Japan | $1.3M | 7.9% |
| China | $1.3M | 7.9% |
| Singapore | $1.2M | 6.9% |
| Hong Kong | $762K | 4.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $405K | 2.4% |
| United Kingdom | $334K | 2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $408.56 per kg, 420% above the world average of $78.64. 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.
Wirewound variable resistors (low power) imports to the United States
The United States imported $14.6 million of wirewound variable resistors (low power) in 2024 (84 tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 167 countries. One supplier dominates: Mexico accounted for 69% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+45% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $10.1M | 69% |
| Germany | $945K | 6.5% |
| Vietnam | $677K | 4.7% |
| China | $529K | 3.6% |
| Australia | $426K | 2.9% |
| Japan | $268K | 1.8% |
| Singapore | $234K | 1.6% |
| Taiwan | $228K | 1.6% |
| France | $182K | 1.3% |
| United Kingdom | $151K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States wirewound variable resistors (low power) exports (HS 8533.31): 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 8533.31: Electrical resistors: wirewound variable, including rheostats and potentiometers, for a power handling capacity not exceeding 20W (excluding heating).
Common questions
What is the value of wirewound variable resistors (low power) exported by the United States?
The United States exported wirewound variable resistors (low power) worth $16.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 41 tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 94 countries worldwide, with 15% of world exports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries buy wirewound variable resistors (low power) from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 14% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by Germany (13%) and Canada (13%). The top three together account for 39%, out of 99 buyer countries in total. Australia grew fastest among the top ten, up 364% on the year.
What is the average export price of wirewound variable resistors (low power) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $408.56 per kg in 2024, 420% above the world average of $78.64 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of wirewound variable resistors (low power) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $18.8 million in 2017 to $16.8 million in 2024, a fall of 11%. The peak was 2018 at $23.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $19.0 million a year.
Does the United States also import wirewound variable resistors (low power)?
Yes. The United States imported $14.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Mexico, Germany and Vietnam. That compares with exports of $16.8 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for wirewound variable resistors (low power)?
The HS code for wirewound variable resistors (low power) is subheading 8533.31. 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 8533 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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