Wood sanding and grinding machines imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $113.4 million of wood sanding and grinding machines in 2024 (8.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 202 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 6% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $113.4M | 8.9K t |
| 2023 | $121.2M | 8.9K t |
| 2022 | $130.5M | 12.0K t |
| 2021 | $136.2M | 12.3K t |
| 2020 | $103.3M | 9.4K t |
| 2019 | $117.1M | 9.9K t |
| 2018 | $120.8M | 9.3K t |
| 2017 | $118.9M | 10.2K t |
Where the United States imports wood sanding and grinding machines from
The largest suppliers were Germany (32%), Taiwan (21%), China (18%). Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest (+634% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $36.4M | 32% |
| Taiwan | $23.9M | 21% |
| China | $20.0M | 18% |
| Italy | $16.3M | 14% |
| Switzerland | $4.3M | 3.8% |
| Japan | $2.5M | 2.2% |
| Denmark | $2.0M | 1.8% |
| Canada | $1.9M | 1.6% |
| South Korea | $844K | 0.7% |
| Thailand | $643K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.70 per kg, 56% above the world average of $8.13. 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.
Wood sanding and grinding machines exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported wood sanding and grinding machines worth $11.2 million (1.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 124 countries. The largest buyer markets were Mexico (40%), Canada (16%), Dominican Republic (5%). Among the main buyer markets, Ecuador grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $4.5M | 40% |
| Canada | $1.8M | 16% |
| Dominican Republic | $566K | 5.1% |
| South Korea | $464K | 4.1% |
| Thailand | $338K | 3% |
| India | $270K | 2.4% |
| Ecuador | $269K | 2.4% |
| Australia | $259K | 2.3% |
| Costa Rica | $217K | 1.9% |
| United Kingdom | $180K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States wood sanding and grinding machines imports (HS 8465.93): 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 8465.93: Machine-tools: for working wood, cork, bone, hard rubber, hard plastics or similar hard materials: grinding, sanding or polishing machines.
Common questions
What is the value of wood sanding and grinding machines imported by the United States?
The United States imported wood sanding and grinding machines worth $113.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 202 countries worldwide, with 24% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply wood sanding and grinding machines to the United States?
Germany was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($36.4 million), followed by Taiwan (21%) and China (18%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 40 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 634% on the year.
What is the average import price of wood sanding and grinding machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.70 per kg in 2024, 56% above the world average of $8.13 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of wood sanding and grinding machines to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $118.9 million in 2017 to $113.4 million in 2024, a fall of 5%. The peak was 2021 at $136.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $120.2 million a year.
Does the United States also export wood sanding and grinding machines?
Yes. The United States exported $11.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and the Dominican Republic. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $102.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for wood sanding and grinding machines?
The HS code for wood sanding and grinding machines is subheading 8465.93. 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 8465 page.
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