Refractory ceramics (other) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in refractory ceramics (other) was worth $1.04 billion in 2024, about 127.8 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 32% since 2017, and up 1% 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 | 127.8K t |
| 2023 | $1.03B | 340.4K t |
| 2022 | $1.10B | 175.6K t |
| 2021 | $1.02B | 176.7K t |
| 2020 | $749.9M | 140.5K t |
| 2019 | $821.8M | 134.0K t |
| 2018 | $830.8M | 143.3K t |
| 2017 | $788.7M | 149.1K t |
Top refractory ceramics (other) exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 21% of world exports, followed by the United States and Germany. The top three supply 55% between them, out of 112 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $215.1M | 21% |
| United States | $185.8M | 18% |
| Germany | $174.5M | 17% |
| Japan | $96.1M | 9.2% |
| Mexico | $61.3M | 5.9% |
| India | $39.2M | 3.8% |
| United Kingdom | $34.6M | 3.3% |
| Malaysia | $31.1M | 3% |
| South Korea | $23.3M | 2.2% |
| Hungary | $22.6M | 2.2% |
| France | $17.5M | 1.7% |
| Turkey | $14.3M | 1.4% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 13% of world imports, ahead of South Korea and China. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 31% across 189 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $140.9M | 14% |
| South Korea | $95.2M | 9.1% |
| China | $83.2M | 8% |
| Mexico | $61.9M | 5.9% |
| Germany | $54.2M | 5.2% |
| Poland | $46.7M | 4.5% |
| Indonesia | $38.6M | 3.7% |
| India | $31.6M | 3% |
| Canada | $30.7M | 2.9% |
| France | $30.6M | 2.9% |
| Italy | $30.2M | 2.9% |
| Japan | $29.9M | 2.9% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $8.17 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Mexico averaged $58.56 per kg and India $1.42 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 6903.90: Refractory ceramic goods: composition of which n.e.c. in heading no. 6903, other than those of siliceous fossil meals or similar earths. HS 6903 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most refractory ceramics (other)?
China exported $215.1 million in 2024, 21% of the world total, followed by the United States (18%) and Germany (17%). In all, 112 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most refractory ceramics (other)?
The United States imported $140.9 million in 2024, 13% of world imports, ahead of South Korea (9%) and China (8%). The top three importers together take 31%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in refractory ceramics (other)?
It was worth $1.04 billion in 2024, about 127.8 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 32% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $1.10 billion. 112 countries reported exports and 189 reported imports.
What is the average price of refractory ceramics (other) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $8.17 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Mexico averaged $58.56 per kg and India $1.42 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 refractory ceramics (other)?
The HS code for refractory ceramics (other) is subheading 6903.90, in chapter 69 (ceramic products). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 6903 page.
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