Argon gas trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in argon gas was worth $416.7 million in 2024, about 774.2 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 87% since 2017, and down 7% 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 | $416.7M | 774.2K t |
| 2023 | $448.2M | 778.9K t |
| 2022 | $333.8M | 723.8K t |
| 2021 | $299.6M | 785.7K t |
| 2020 | $239.0M | 676.3K t |
| 2019 | $260.4M | 767.5K t |
| 2018 | $264.4M | 738.7K t |
| 2017 | $222.5M | 661.3K t |
Top argon gas exporting countries
Germany is the largest exporter with 12% of world exports, followed by China and Belgium. The top three supply 31% between them, out of 122 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $50.6M | 12% |
| China | $42.1M | 10% |
| Belgium | $36.2M | 8.7% |
| Netherlands | $32.8M | 7.9% |
| United States | $24.7M | 5.9% |
| Canada | $23.5M | 5.6% |
| Singapore | $15.2M | 3.7% |
| Czech Republic | $14.7M | 3.5% |
| Austria | $12.4M | 3% |
| Spain | $12.3M | 3% |
| Poland | $12.0M | 2.9% |
| Malaysia | $11.3M | 2.7% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Italy is the biggest buyer with 9% of world imports, ahead of France and the United States. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 24% across 197 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $36.8M | 8.8% |
| France | $35.8M | 8.6% |
| United States | $26.0M | 6.3% |
| Mexico | $20.3M | 4.9% |
| United Kingdom | $17.6M | 4.2% |
| Indonesia | $17.0M | 4.1% |
| Poland | $16.1M | 3.9% |
| Singapore | $11.9M | 2.9% |
| Germany | $11.4M | 2.7% |
| Slovenia | $10.3M | 2.5% |
| Thailand | $10.0M | 2.4% |
| Turkey | $9.6M | 2.3% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $0.54 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $0.77 per kg and Belgium $0.41 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 Argon gas (HS 2804.21) 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 2804.21: Gases, rare: argon. HS 2804 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most argon gas?
Germany exported $50.6 million in 2024, 12% of the world total, followed by China (10%) and Belgium (9%). In all, 122 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most argon gas?
Italy imported $36.8 million in 2024, 9% of world imports, ahead of France (9%) and the United States (6%). The top three importers together take 24%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in argon gas?
It was worth $416.7 million in 2024, about 774.2 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 87% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $448.2 million. 122 countries reported exports and 197 reported imports.
What is the average price of argon gas per kg?
The world average declared value was about $0.54 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $0.77 per kg and Belgium $0.41 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for argon gas?
The HS code for argon gas is subheading 2804.21, in chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 2804 page.
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