Alumina-silica refractory ceramics trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in alumina-silica refractory ceramics was worth $1.26 billion in 2024, about 242.8 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 3% since 2017, and down 4% 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 | $1.26B | 242.8K t |
| 2023 | $1.32B | 332.3K t |
| 2022 | $1.44B | 304.0K t |
| 2021 | $1.37B | 319.3K t |
| 2020 | $1.09B | 244.9K t |
| 2019 | $1.21B | 275.3K t |
| 2018 | $1.33B | 302.7K t |
| 2017 | $1.22B | 285.7K t |
Top alumina-silica refractory ceramics exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 17% of world exports, followed by Germany and the United States. The top three supply 38% between them, out of 86 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $219.1M | 17% |
| Germany | $128.0M | 10% |
| United States | $127.3M | 10% |
| Poland | $116.9M | 9.3% |
| Japan | $113.5M | 9% |
| Czech Republic | $92.6M | 7.4% |
| India | $69.0M | 5.5% |
| United Kingdom | $67.9M | 5.4% |
| Mexico | $59.0M | 4.7% |
| Italy | $56.3M | 4.5% |
| Spain | $30.3M | 2.4% |
| Canada | $23.1M | 1.8% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (14%), Germany (6%) and Italy (5%). 177 countries imported it, and the top three take 26% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $176.2M | 14% |
| Germany | $79.1M | 6.3% |
| Italy | $67.6M | 5.4% |
| South Korea | $67.1M | 5.3% |
| Mexico | $63.0M | 5% |
| Turkey | $53.4M | 4.2% |
| France | $49.7M | 4% |
| Canada | $49.3M | 3.9% |
| China | $44.5M | 3.5% |
| Spain | $35.7M | 2.8% |
| United Kingdom | $33.6M | 2.7% |
| Austria | $28.9M | 2.3% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $5.18 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $15.11 per kg and India $2.98 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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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 6903.20: Refractory ceramic goods: containing by weight more than 50% of alumina or of a mixture or compound of alumina and of silica, excluding those of siliceous fossil meals or similar earths. HS 6903 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most alumina-silica refractory ceramics?
China exported $219.1 million in 2024, 17% of the world total, followed by Germany (10%) and the United States (10%). In all, 86 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most alumina-silica refractory ceramics?
The United States imported $176.2 million in 2024, 14% of world imports, ahead of Germany (6%) and Italy (5%). The top three importers together take 26%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in alumina-silica refractory ceramics?
It was worth $1.26 billion in 2024, about 242.8 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 3% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $1.44 billion. 86 countries reported exports and 177 reported imports.
What is the average price of alumina-silica refractory ceramics per kg?
The world average declared value was about $5.18 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $15.11 per kg and India $2.98 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 alumina-silica refractory ceramics?
The HS code for alumina-silica refractory ceramics is subheading 6903.20, in chapter 69 (ceramic products). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 6903 page.
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