Thiosulfates trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in thiosulfates was worth $111.5 million in 2024, about 232.0 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 74% since 2017, and down 9% 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 | $111.5M | 232.0K t |
| 2023 | $121.9M | 226.7K t |
| 2022 | $153.0M | 263.5K t |
| 2021 | $109.4M | 259.7K t |
| 2020 | $83.3M | 231.9K t |
| 2019 | $81.3M | 240.2K t |
| 2018 | $72.9M | 191.1K t |
| 2017 | $64.2M | 177.9K t |
Top thiosulfates exporting countries
The United States is the largest exporter with 25% of world exports, followed by China and Belgium. The top three supply 57% between them, out of 77 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $27.9M | 25% |
| China | $22.1M | 20% |
| Belgium | $14.0M | 13% |
| Germany | $9.8M | 8.8% |
| Vietnam | $7.4M | 6.6% |
| France | $7.0M | 6.3% |
| Italy | $6.6M | 6% |
| Netherlands | $3.3M | 3% |
| India | $2.2M | 2% |
| Slovakia | $2.1M | 1.9% |
| Denmark | $1.6M | 1.4% |
| Turkey | $824K | 0.7% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Mexico is the biggest buyer with 12% of world imports, ahead of the United States and Canada. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 28% across 176 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $13.9M | 13% |
| United States | $9.7M | 8.7% |
| Canada | $7.2M | 6.5% |
| South Korea | $7.0M | 6.3% |
| United Kingdom | $5.9M | 5.3% |
| Netherlands | $5.7M | 5.1% |
| Australia | $4.9M | 4.4% |
| Ukraine | $4.5M | 4.1% |
| Spain | $4.5M | 4% |
| France | $4.2M | 3.8% |
| Uruguay | $3.2M | 2.9% |
| Germany | $2.8M | 2.5% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $0.48 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Vietnam averaged $1.76 per kg and France $0.27 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 2832.30: Thiosulphates. HS 2832 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most thiosulfates?
The United States exported $27.9 million in 2024, 25% of the world total, followed by China (20%) and Belgium (13%). In all, 77 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most thiosulfates?
Mexico imported $13.9 million in 2024, 12% of world imports, ahead of the United States (9%) and Canada (6%). The top three importers together take 28%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in thiosulfates?
It was worth $111.5 million in 2024, about 232.0 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 74% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $153.0 million. 77 countries reported exports and 176 reported imports.
What is the average price of thiosulfates per kg?
The world average declared value was about $0.48 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Vietnam averaged $1.76 per kg and France $0.27 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 thiosulfates?
The HS code for thiosulfates is subheading 2832.30, in chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 2832 page.
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