Radioactive element trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in radioactive element was worth $25.03 billion in 2024, about 88.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 135% since 2017, and up 29% 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 | $25.03B | 88.7K t |
| 2023 | $19.34B | 82.1K t |
| 2022 | $15.09B | 79.1K t |
| 2021 | $12.01B | 83.5K t |
| 2020 | $10.54B | 87.8K t |
| 2019 | $11.06B | 91.6K t |
| 2018 | $10.41B | 83.7K t |
| 2017 | $10.66B | 111.0K t |
Top radioactive element exporting countries
Exports are led by Kazakhstan (19%), Canada (17%) and Russia (12%). 122 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 48%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kazakhstan | $4.78B | 19% |
| Canada | $4.35B | 17% |
| Russia | $2.96B | 12% |
| France | $2.59B | 10% |
| Netherlands | $2.07B | 8.3% |
| United Kingdom | $1.99B | 7.9% |
| Germany | $1.50B | 6% |
| United States | $1.38B | 5.5% |
| Namibia | $847.2M | 3.4% |
| China | $582.6M | 2.3% |
| Australia | $541.5M | 2.2% |
| Niger | $239.6M | 1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 29% of world imports, ahead of China and Russia. Demand is concentrated: the top three take 51% across 160 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $7.17B | 29% |
| China | $3.63B | 15% |
| Russia | $1.88B | 7.5% |
| United Kingdom | $1.80B | 7.2% |
| South Korea | $1.54B | 6.2% |
| Germany | $1.44B | 5.7% |
| France | $1.37B | 5.5% |
| Netherlands | $1.37B | 5.5% |
| Sweden | $1.19B | 4.8% |
| Canada | $844.2M | 3.4% |
| Spain | $744.8M | 3% |
| Kazakhstan | $553.1M | 2.2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $282.19 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United Kingdom averaged $1,898.20 per kg and Kazakhstan $160.91 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 2844: Radioactive chemical elements and radioactive isotopes (including the fissile or fertile chemical elements and isotopes); and their compounds; mixtures and residues containing these products. HS 2844 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most radioactive element?
Kazakhstan exported $4.78 billion in 2024, 19% of the world total, followed by Canada (17%) and Russia (12%). In all, 122 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most radioactive element?
The United States imported $7.17 billion in 2024, 29% of world imports, ahead of China (14%) and Russia (8%). The top three importers together take 51%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in radioactive element?
It was worth $25.03 billion in 2024, about 88.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 135% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 122 countries reported exports and 160 reported imports.
What is the average price of radioactive element per kg?
The world average declared value was about $282.19 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United Kingdom averaged $1,898.20 per kg and Kazakhstan $160.91 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 radioactive element?
The HS code for radioactive element is heading 2844, in chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 2844 page.
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