Activated mineral trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in activated mineral was worth $979.1 million in 2024, about 2.71 million tonnes. That is an increase of 31% since 2017, and down 3% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $979.1M | 2.71M t |
| 2023 | $1.01B | 2.72M t |
| 2022 | $981.0M | 2.68M t |
| 2021 | $868.2M | 2.57M t |
| 2020 | $754.4M | 2.05M t |
| 2019 | $784.8M | 2.29M t |
| 2018 | $874.6M | 3.08M t |
| 2017 | $745.3M | 2.14M t |
Top activated mineral exporting countries
Exports are led by the United States (13%), China (11%) and Germany (9%). 115 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 33%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $128.5M | 13% |
| China | $106.0M | 11% |
| Germany | $91.7M | 9.4% |
| India | $71.6M | 7.3% |
| Greece | $70.6M | 7.2% |
| Mexico | $70.3M | 7.2% |
| Indonesia | $51.2M | 5.2% |
| France | $42.2M | 4.3% |
| Spain | $37.3M | 3.8% |
| Turkey | $35.9M | 3.7% |
| Italy | $34.4M | 3.5% |
| Malaysia | $24.8M | 2.5% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Germany is the biggest buyer with 8% of world imports, ahead of the United States and the Netherlands. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 18% across 187 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $81.1M | 8.3% |
| United States | $54.4M | 5.6% |
| Netherlands | $44.3M | 4.5% |
| Indonesia | $43.3M | 4.4% |
| South Korea | $40.1M | 4.1% |
| Canada | $38.7M | 4% |
| France | $38.6M | 3.9% |
| Thailand | $37.3M | 3.8% |
| Ukraine | $30.7M | 3.1% |
| Brazil | $28.9M | 3% |
| Italy | $28.6M | 2.9% |
| India | $25.5M | 2.6% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $0.36 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $0.95 per kg and Greece $0.10 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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The shipment records behind Activated mineral (HS 3802.90) importers and exporters, worldwide: 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 3802.90: Chemical products: activated natural mineral products, animal black, including spent animal black. HS 3802 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most activated mineral?
The United States exported $128.5 million in 2024, 13% of the world total, followed by China (11%) and Germany (9%). In all, 115 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most activated mineral?
Germany imported $81.1 million in 2024, 8% of world imports, ahead of the United States (6%) and the Netherlands (5%). The top three importers together take 18%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in activated mineral?
It was worth $979.1 million in 2024, about 2.71 million tonnes. That is an increase of 31% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $1.01 billion. 115 countries reported exports and 187 reported imports.
What is the average price of activated mineral per kg?
The world average declared value was about $0.36 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $0.95 per kg and Greece $0.10 per kg, so grade and origin matter. The average mixes every grade and size, so use it as a market reference rather than an offer.
What is the HS code for activated mineral?
The HS code for activated mineral is subheading 3802.90, in chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 3802 page.
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