Molybdenum scrap trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in molybdenum scrap was worth $478.2 million in 2024, about 13.4 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 314% 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 | $478.2M | 13.4K t |
| 2023 | $500.4M | 12.7K t |
| 2022 | $338.1M | 11.2K t |
| 2021 | $273.5M | 10.0K t |
| 2020 | $183.0M | 9.2K t |
| 2019 | $243.6M | 10.5K t |
| 2018 | $185.2M | 8.7K t |
| 2017 | $115.5M | 7.2K t |
Top molybdenum scrap exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 29% of world exports, followed by Austria and the United Kingdom. The top three supply 66% between them, out of 51 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $137.8M | 29% |
| Austria | $96.1M | 20% |
| United Kingdom | $80.9M | 17% |
| United States | $34.4M | 7.2% |
| France | $27.1M | 5.7% |
| Germany | $17.8M | 3.7% |
| Uzbekistan | $16.5M | 3.5% |
| South Korea | $14.5M | 3% |
| Canada | $11.3M | 2.4% |
| Netherlands | $11.1M | 2.3% |
| Taiwan | $10.8M | 2.3% |
| Brazil | $3.4M | 0.7% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are Germany (28%), the United Kingdom (15%) and the United States (15%). 50 countries imported it, and the top three take 58% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $134.7M | 28% |
| United Kingdom | $72.0M | 15% |
| United States | $71.9M | 15% |
| France | $47.7M | 10% |
| Netherlands | $33.5M | 7% |
| Japan | $30.1M | 6.3% |
| Austria | $29.2M | 6.1% |
| Brazil | $12.5M | 2.6% |
| Canada | $10.4M | 2.2% |
| Belgium | $6.1M | 1.3% |
| Poland | $4.2M | 0.9% |
| Sweden | $4.1M | 0.9% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $35.60 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United Kingdom averaged $78.09 per kg and the United States $23.00 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 8102.97: Molybdenum: waste and scrap. HS 8102 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most molybdenum scrap?
China exported $137.8 million in 2024, 29% of the world total, followed by Austria (20%) and the United Kingdom (17%). In all, 51 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most molybdenum scrap?
Germany imported $134.7 million in 2024, 28% of world imports, ahead of the United Kingdom (15%) and the United States (15%). The top three importers together take 58%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in molybdenum scrap?
It was worth $478.2 million in 2024, about 13.4 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 314% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $500.4 million. 51 countries reported exports and 50 reported imports.
What is the average price of molybdenum scrap per kg?
The world average declared value was about $35.60 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United Kingdom averaged $78.09 per kg and the United States $23.00 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 molybdenum scrap?
The HS code for molybdenum scrap is subheading 8102.97, in chapter 81 (metals; n.e.c., cermets and 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 8102 page.
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