Asbestos fibres and mixtures trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in asbestos fibres and mixtures was worth $51.1 million in 2024, about 29.4 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 26% 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 | $51.1M | 29.4K t |
| 2023 | $53.0M | 26.5K t |
| 2022 | $58.0M | 24.4K t |
| 2021 | $57.2M | 18.4K t |
| 2020 | $45.5M | 16.2K t |
| 2019 | $51.3M | 16.6K t |
| 2018 | $47.6M | 15.2K t |
| 2017 | $68.7M | 16.5K t |
Top asbestos fibres and mixtures exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 43% of world exports, followed by India and Russia. The top three supply 72% between them, out of 111 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $21.8M | 43% |
| India | $8.4M | 17% |
| Russia | $6.3M | 12% |
| United States | $3.0M | 5.8% |
| Japan | $1.8M | 3.5% |
| Germany | $1.7M | 3.3% |
| United Kingdom | $1.3M | 2.5% |
| France | $558K | 1.1% |
| South Africa | $413K | 0.8% |
| Kazakhstan | $382K | 0.8% |
| Singapore | $366K | 0.7% |
| Italy | $336K | 0.7% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Kazakhstan is the biggest buyer with 10% of world imports, ahead of Indonesia and Vietnam. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 29% across 181 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kazakhstan | $5.2M | 10% |
| Indonesia | $4.9M | 9.5% |
| Vietnam | $4.7M | 9.2% |
| China | $2.9M | 5.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2.2M | 4.4% |
| Russia | $2.1M | 4.2% |
| Malaysia | $2.1M | 4.1% |
| Thailand | $2.0M | 3.9% |
| Mexico | $1.7M | 3.3% |
| Uzbekistan | $1.6M | 3.1% |
| Pakistan | $1.5M | 3% |
| Brazil | $1.5M | 3% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $1.74 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $23.91 per kg and China $1.34 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 6812.99: Asbestos or mixtures with a basis of asbestos (other than crocidolite): fibres, mixtures or articles n.e.c. in heading no. 6812, whether or not reinforced, not goods of heading 6811 or 6813. HS 6812 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most asbestos fibres and mixtures?
China exported $21.8 million in 2024, 43% of the world total, followed by India (17%) and Russia (12%). In all, 111 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most asbestos fibres and mixtures?
Kazakhstan imported $5.2 million in 2024, 10% of world imports, ahead of Indonesia (10%) and Vietnam (9%). The top three importers together take 29%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in asbestos fibres and mixtures?
It was worth $51.1 million in 2024, about 29.4 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 26% since 2017. The peak year was 2017 at $68.7 million. 111 countries reported exports and 181 reported imports.
What is the average price of asbestos fibres and mixtures per kg?
The world average declared value was about $1.74 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $23.91 per kg and China $1.34 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 asbestos fibres and mixtures?
The HS code for asbestos fibres and mixtures is subheading 6812.99, in chapter 68 (stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 6812 page.
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