Platinum scrap and waste exports from Jordan: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of platinum scrap and waste by Jordan reached $13.2 million in 2024 (146 tonnes). That is 153% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $85.8 million.
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 | $13.2M | 146 t |
| 2023 | $5.2M | 40 t |
| 2022 | $46.6M | 264 t |
| 2021 | $85.8M | 370 t |
| 2020 | $81.2M | 412 t |
| 2019 | $23.8M | 264 t |
| 2018 | $4.9M | 113 t |
| 2017 | $4.9M | 114 t |
Where Jordan exports platinum scrap and waste to
One buyer market dominates: Japan accounted for 75% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $10.0M | 75% |
| South Korea | $1.9M | 15% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 9.8% |
| Spain | $42K | 0.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $90.61 per kg, 37% below the world average of $143.68, 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?
The shipment records behind Jordan platinum scrap and waste exports (HS 7112.92): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 7112.92: Waste and scrap of precious metals: of platinum, including metal clad with platinum but excluding sweepings containing other precious metals.
Common questions
What is the value of platinum scrap and waste exported by Jordan?
Jordan exported platinum scrap and waste worth $13.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 146 tonnes. That ranks it 38th of 132 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 153% on 2023.
Which countries buy platinum scrap and waste from Jordan?
Japan was the largest buyer with 75% of the value ($10.0 million), followed by South Korea (15%) and Germany (10%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 buyer countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 21% on the year.
What is the average export price of platinum scrap and waste per kg?
The average declared export value was about $90.61 per kg in 2024, 37% below the world average of $143.68 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of platinum scrap and waste from Jordan changed since 2017?
Exports went from $4.9 million in 2017 to $13.2 million in 2024, an increase of 170%. The peak was 2021 at $85.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $33.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for platinum scrap and waste?
The HS code for platinum scrap and waste is subheading 7112.92. It sits in HS chapter 71 (natural, cultured pearls; precious, semi-precious stones; precious metals, metals clad with precious metal, and articles thereof; imitation jewellery; coin). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7112 page.
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