Worked mica articles trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in worked mica articles was worth $122.8 million in 2024, about 11.1 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 80% since 2017, and up 19% 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 | $122.8M | 11.1K t |
| 2023 | $103.6M | 11.3K t |
| 2022 | $93.8M | 7.6K t |
| 2021 | $92.8M | 6.4K t |
| 2020 | $73.8M | 5.1K t |
| 2019 | $78.8M | 5.8K t |
| 2018 | $86.1M | 6.9K t |
| 2017 | $68.2M | 9.1K t |
Top worked mica articles exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 34% of world exports, followed by Austria and Germany. The top three supply 66% between them, out of 81 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $41.6M | 34% |
| Austria | $22.9M | 19% |
| Germany | $16.5M | 13% |
| India | $7.2M | 5.8% |
| United States | $7.0M | 5.7% |
| Vietnam | $6.6M | 5.3% |
| Japan | $3.3M | 2.7% |
| United Kingdom | $3.1M | 2.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2.1M | 1.7% |
| South Korea | $1.7M | 1.4% |
| Malaysia | $1.5M | 1.2% |
| Turkey | $1.3M | 1.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 16% of world imports, ahead of Germany and Hungary. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 32% across 170 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $19.4M | 16% |
| Germany | $10.5M | 8.5% |
| Hungary | $10.0M | 8.2% |
| China | $7.0M | 5.7% |
| South Korea | $6.0M | 4.9% |
| Czech Republic | $5.7M | 4.6% |
| India | $5.3M | 4.4% |
| Japan | $5.1M | 4.1% |
| United Kingdom | $4.3M | 3.5% |
| Mexico | $3.4M | 2.8% |
| Turkey | $3.2M | 2.6% |
| Canada | $3.0M | 2.5% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $11.11 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $57.72 per kg and Vietnam $4.76 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 6814.90: Mica: worked mica and articles of mica (excluding plates, sheets and strips) whether or not on a support of paper, paperboard or other materials. HS 6814 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most worked mica articles?
China exported $41.6 million in 2024, 34% of the world total, followed by Austria (19%) and Germany (13%). In all, 81 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most worked mica articles?
The United States imported $19.4 million in 2024, 16% of world imports, ahead of Germany (9%) and Hungary (8%). The top three importers together take 32%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in worked mica articles?
It was worth $122.8 million in 2024, about 11.1 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 80% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 81 countries reported exports and 170 reported imports.
What is the average price of worked mica articles per kg?
The world average declared value was about $11.11 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $57.72 per kg and Vietnam $4.76 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 worked mica articles?
The HS code for worked mica articles is subheading 6814.90, in chapter 68 (stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; 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 6814 page.
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