Metal oxides and hydroxides (other) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in metal oxides and hydroxides (other) was worth $1.04 billion in 2024, about 463.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 6% since 2017, and down 0% 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 | $1.04B | 463.3K t |
| 2023 | $1.04B | 400.9K t |
| 2022 | $1.39B | 581.1K t |
| 2021 | $1.26B | 615.5K t |
| 2020 | $834.0M | 376.7K t |
| 2019 | $989.1M | 331.0K t |
| 2018 | $1.17B | 324.2K t |
| 2017 | $984.6M | 282.3K t |
Top metal oxides and hydroxides (other) exporting countries
Exports are led by China (24%), the United States (14%) and Brazil (10%). 94 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 48%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $246.5M | 24% |
| United States | $150.8M | 15% |
| Brazil | $105.4M | 10% |
| Vietnam | $75.9M | 7.3% |
| Germany | $72.7M | 7% |
| Japan | $59.0M | 5.7% |
| South Korea | $47.6M | 4.6% |
| Finland | $40.9M | 3.9% |
| Malaysia | $36.6M | 3.5% |
| Italy | $29.2M | 2.8% |
| United Kingdom | $16.8M | 1.6% |
| Russia | $14.2M | 1.4% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
South Korea is the biggest buyer with 18% of world imports, ahead of Japan and China. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 44% across 166 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $190.9M | 18% |
| Japan | $148.0M | 14% |
| China | $123.7M | 12% |
| United States | $106.6M | 10% |
| India | $38.8M | 3.7% |
| Belgium | $37.4M | 3.6% |
| Netherlands | $34.6M | 3.3% |
| Germany | $33.4M | 3.2% |
| France | $28.1M | 2.7% |
| Turkey | $23.3M | 2.2% |
| Canada | $21.5M | 2.1% |
| Israel | $20.4M | 2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $2.25 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, South Korea averaged $15.67 per kg and Germany $4.93 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
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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 2825.90: Inorganic bases, metal oxides, hydroxides and peroxides: n.e.c. in heading no. 2825. HS 2825 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most metal oxides and hydroxides (other)?
China exported $246.5 million in 2024, 24% of the world total, followed by the United States (14%) and Brazil (10%). In all, 94 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most metal oxides and hydroxides (other)?
South Korea imported $190.9 million in 2024, 18% of world imports, ahead of Japan (14%) and China (12%). The top three importers together take 44%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in metal oxides and hydroxides (other)?
It was worth $1.04 billion in 2024, about 463.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 6% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $1.39 billion. 94 countries reported exports and 166 reported imports.
What is the average price of metal oxides and hydroxides (other) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $2.25 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, South Korea averaged $15.67 per kg and Germany $4.93 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 metal oxides and hydroxides (other)?
The HS code for metal oxides and hydroxides (other) is subheading 2825.90, 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 2825 page.
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