Molybdenum products trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in molybdenum products was worth $1.22 billion in 2024, about 42.2 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 81% 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 | $1.22B | 42.2K t |
| 2023 | $1.27B | 22.7K t |
| 2022 | $987.3M | 23.6K t |
| 2021 | $920.3M | 31.5K t |
| 2020 | $675.2M | 23.1K t |
| 2019 | $896.0M | 37.7K t |
| 2018 | $863.3M | 27.5K t |
| 2017 | $677.6M | 25.8K t |
Top molybdenum products exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 37% of world exports, followed by Austria and the United Kingdom. The top three supply 66% between them, out of 74 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $449.9M | 37% |
| Austria | $254.3M | 21% |
| United Kingdom | $99.2M | 8.1% |
| Germany | $85.3M | 7% |
| United States | $80.7M | 6.6% |
| Japan | $37.8M | 3.1% |
| France | $31.7M | 2.6% |
| Taiwan | $26.2M | 2.1% |
| Uzbekistan | $25.2M | 2.1% |
| South Korea | $23.2M | 1.9% |
| Netherlands | $22.8M | 1.9% |
| Canada | $16.9M | 1.4% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Germany is the biggest buyer with 16% of world imports, ahead of the United States and the United Kingdom. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 39% across 132 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $191.7M | 16% |
| United States | $179.0M | 15% |
| United Kingdom | $108.0M | 8.8% |
| Japan | $101.0M | 8.3% |
| France | $79.6M | 6.5% |
| South Korea | $71.5M | 5.8% |
| Netherlands | $69.1M | 5.6% |
| Taiwan | $59.0M | 4.8% |
| Austria | $56.9M | 4.7% |
| China | $45.5M | 3.7% |
| India | $45.2M | 3.7% |
| Brazil | $20.6M | 1.7% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $29.03 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United Kingdom averaged $77.77 per kg and China $17.65 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 8102: Molybdenum; articles thereof, including waste and scrap. HS 8102 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most molybdenum products?
China exported $449.9 million in 2024, 37% of the world total, followed by Austria (21%) and the United Kingdom (8%). In all, 74 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most molybdenum products?
Germany imported $191.7 million in 2024, 16% of world imports, ahead of the United States (15%) and the United Kingdom (9%). The top three importers together take 39%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in molybdenum products?
It was worth $1.22 billion in 2024, about 42.2 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 81% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $1.27 billion. 74 countries reported exports and 132 reported imports.
What is the average price of molybdenum products per kg?
The world average declared value was about $29.03 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United Kingdom averaged $77.77 per kg and China $17.65 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 molybdenum products?
The HS code for molybdenum products is heading 8102, in chapter 81 (metals; n.e.c., cermets and articles thereof). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 8102 page.
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