Tantalum scrap trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in tantalum scrap was worth $122.5 million in 2024, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 13% since 2017, and down 6% 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 | $122.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $131.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $136.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $102.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $72.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $89.1M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $151.6M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $108.6M | 2.5K t |
Top tantalum scrap exporting countries
Exports are led by the United States (24%), China (16%) and South Korea (16%). 40 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 56%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $29.4M | 24% |
| China | $19.9M | 16% |
| South Korea | $19.2M | 16% |
| Japan | $12.3M | 10% |
| Canada | $8.6M | 7% |
| Taiwan | $7.3M | 6% |
| United Kingdom | $5.2M | 4.3% |
| Austria | $4.5M | 3.7% |
| Indonesia | $3.4M | 2.8% |
| Thailand | $2.0M | 1.6% |
| Kazakhstan | $1.7M | 1.4% |
| Israel | $1.6M | 1.3% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (35%), Kazakhstan (17%) and Japan (11%). 48 countries imported it, and the top three take 62% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $42.4M | 35% |
| Kazakhstan | $20.8M | 17% |
| Japan | $13.4M | 11% |
| Germany | $11.8M | 9.6% |
| Canada | $9.0M | 7.3% |
| United Kingdom | $8.2M | 6.7% |
| Mexico | $6.8M | 5.5% |
| Sweden | $2.8M | 2.3% |
| Hong Kong | $2.1M | 1.7% |
| China | $1.3M | 1% |
| South Korea | $1.2M | 1% |
| Australia | $1.1M | 0.9% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $108.23 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Canada averaged $266.32 per kg and South Korea $97.89 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 8103.30: Tantalum: waste and scrap. HS 8103 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most tantalum scrap?
The United States exported $29.4 million in 2024, 24% of the world total, followed by China (16%) and South Korea (16%). In all, 40 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most tantalum scrap?
The United States imported $42.4 million in 2024, 35% of world imports, ahead of Kazakhstan (17%) and Japan (11%). The top three importers together take 62%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in tantalum scrap?
It was worth $122.5 million in 2024, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 13% since 2017. The peak year was 2018 at $151.6 million. 40 countries reported exports and 48 reported imports.
What is the average price of tantalum scrap per kg?
The world average declared value was about $108.23 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Canada averaged $266.32 per kg and South Korea $97.89 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 tantalum scrap?
The HS code for tantalum scrap is subheading 8103.30, 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 8103 page.
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