Each quarter, ION generates a report that identifies apparent import surges. The current report covers imports through the second quarter of 2024, comparing them with imports in 2022 and 2023*. 

The Import Surges Report is compiled from the Census Bureau’s official import data. All commodities are examined and compared at the six-digit level of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule. Quantities reflect consumption quantity 1, while values are based on the C.I.F. value. The current report provides commodity/country combinations that have exhibited an increase in quantity of at least 30% between 2023 and 2024, with a 2024 value of at least $30 million. Boxed instances indicate a decline in average unit values of at least 20%. Click here to enter the report. To review past surge reports click here.

ION welcomes any comments or suggestions you might have concerning this report.

*Note: The U.S. Census Bureau conducted major revisions for import and export data for 2021-2023. This report reflects the revisions made by the Census Bureau.