Chalk exports from Jordan: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Jordan exported chalk worth $10.1 million (289.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 109 countries. That is 7% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 78% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10.1M | 289.9K t |
| 2023 | $10.9M | 67.8K t |
| 2022 | $9.1M | 262.2K t |
| 2021 | $4.1M | 132.4K t |
| 2020 | $1.2M | 8.9K t |
| 2019 | $2.1M | 116.4K t |
| 2018 | $1.8M | 106.7K t |
| 2017 | $176K | 1.3K t |
Where Jordan exports chalk to
Saudi Arabia alone took 96% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $9.6M | 96% |
| Lebanon | $407K | 4% |
| Senegal | $17K | 0.2% |
| Central African Republic | $16K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.03 per kg, 70% below the world average of $0.10, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Jordan?
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 2509: Chalk.
Common questions
What is the value of chalk exported by Jordan?
Jordan exported chalk worth $10.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 289.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 109 countries worldwide, with 7% of world exports. The value was down 7% on 2023.
Which countries buy chalk from Jordan?
Saudi Arabia was the largest buyer with 96% of the value ($9.6 million), followed by Lebanon (4%) and Senegal (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of chalk per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.03 per kg in 2024, 70% below the world average of $0.10 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have exports of chalk from Jordan changed since 2017?
Exports went from $176 thousand in 2017 to $10.1 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $10.9 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
What is the HS code for chalk?
The HS code for chalk is heading 2509. In Jordan all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 2509.00. It sits in HS chapter 25 (salt; sulphur; earths, stone; plastering materials, lime and cement). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2509 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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