Foundry binders trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in foundry binders was worth $461.7 million in 2024, about 332.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 11% since 2017, and down 6% 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 | $461.7M | 332.3K t |
| 2023 | $488.6M | 322.7K t |
| 2022 | $549.2M | 353.6K t |
| 2021 | $460.8M | 313.7K t |
| 2020 | $362.1M | 285.1K t |
| 2019 | $437.0M | 329.5K t |
| 2018 | $491.2M | 337.2K t |
| 2017 | $415.3M | 309.9K t |
Top foundry binders exporting countries
Exports are led by Germany (20%), China (15%) and Italy (8%). 110 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 44%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $93.9M | 20% |
| China | $70.8M | 15% |
| Italy | $36.6M | 7.9% |
| United States | $31.6M | 6.8% |
| Canada | $29.6M | 6.4% |
| India | $23.1M | 5% |
| United Kingdom | $19.6M | 4.2% |
| Japan | $17.2M | 3.7% |
| Spain | $17.1M | 3.7% |
| France | $13.9M | 3% |
| Thailand | $11.6M | 2.5% |
| South Korea | $9.2M | 2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are Egypt (12%), the United States (6%) and India (5%). 179 countries imported it, and the top three take 23% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $55.3M | 12% |
| United States | $27.0M | 5.8% |
| India | $22.7M | 4.9% |
| Indonesia | $22.1M | 4.8% |
| France | $20.0M | 4.3% |
| Mexico | $19.2M | 4.2% |
| Russia | $16.3M | 3.5% |
| Poland | $15.0M | 3.2% |
| Czech Republic | $14.7M | 3.2% |
| Switzerland | $14.6M | 3.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $14.1M | 3% |
| Canada | $10.4M | 2.3% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $1.39 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $3.07 per kg and India $0.60 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 3824.10: Binders, prepared: for foundry moulds or cores. HS 3824 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most foundry binders?
Germany exported $93.9 million in 2024, 20% of the world total, followed by China (15%) and Italy (8%). In all, 110 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most foundry binders?
Egypt imported $55.3 million in 2024, 12% of world imports, ahead of the United States (6%) and India (5%). The top three importers together take 23%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in foundry binders?
It was worth $461.7 million in 2024, about 332.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 11% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $549.2 million. 110 countries reported exports and 179 reported imports.
What is the average price of foundry binders per kg?
The world average declared value was about $1.39 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $3.07 per kg and India $0.60 per kg, so grade and origin matter. Read it as a benchmark: it blends all grades, origins and contract terms.
What is the HS code for foundry binders?
The HS code for foundry binders is subheading 3824.10, 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 3824 page.
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