Roasted iron pyrite trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in roasted iron pyrite was worth $208.1 million in 2024, about 1.62 million tonnes. Trade has moved a lot over the period, and down 62% 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 | $208.1M | 1.62M t |
| 2023 | $549.8M | 4.71M t |
| 2022 | $140.6M | 1.05M t |
| 2021 | $133.6M | 729.6K t |
| 2020 | $37.8M | 917.1K t |
| 2019 | $19.0M | 358.3K t |
| 2018 | $19.1M | 169.4K t |
| 2017 | $17.0M | 246.1K t |
Top roasted iron pyrite exporting countries
Exports are led by Canada (24%), Sweden (18%) and South Africa (12%). 50 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 54%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $49.6M | 24% |
| Sweden | $38.1M | 18% |
| South Africa | $25.3M | 12% |
| Norway | $24.5M | 12% |
| Liberia | $21.2M | 10% |
| United States | $13.3M | 6.4% |
| Uruguay | $7.6M | 3.7% |
| Brazil | $6.1M | 2.9% |
| Libya | $5.4M | 2.6% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $5.2M | 2.5% |
| Egypt | $4.2M | 2% |
| Fiji | $2.2M | 1.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United Kingdom is the biggest buyer with 94% of world imports, ahead of Mozambique and China. Demand is concentrated: the top three take 98% across 54 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $196.1M | 94% |
| Mozambique | $5.6M | 2.7% |
| China | $2.3M | 1.1% |
| Hong Kong | $2.2M | 1.1% |
| Czech Republic | $293K | 0.1% |
| United States | $287K | 0.1% |
| France | $285K | 0.1% |
| Australia | $246K | 0.1% |
| Canada | $188K | 0.1% |
| North Macedonia | $101K | 0.1% |
| Philippines | $90K | 0% |
| Tanzania | $76K | 0% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $0.13 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, South Africa averaged $0.59 per kg and Liberia $0.09 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 2601.20: Iron pyrites: roasted. HS 2601 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most roasted iron pyrite?
Canada exported $49.6 million in 2024, 24% of the world total, followed by Sweden (18%) and South Africa (12%). In all, 50 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most roasted iron pyrite?
The United Kingdom imported $196.1 million in 2024, 94% of world imports, ahead of Mozambique (3%) and China (1%). The top three importers together take 98%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in roasted iron pyrite?
It was worth $208.1 million in 2024, about 1.62 million tonnes. The peak year was 2023 at $549.8 million. 50 countries reported exports and 54 reported imports.
What is the average price of roasted iron pyrite per kg?
The world average declared value was about $0.13 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, South Africa averaged $0.59 per kg and Liberia $0.09 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 roasted iron pyrite?
The HS code for roasted iron pyrite is subheading 2601.20, in chapter 26 (ores, slag and ash). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 2601 page.
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