Precious metal scrap exports from Jordan: data, top buyers and prices
Jordan exported $24.7 million of precious metal scrap in 2024 (250 tonnes). Value fell 33% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $227.1 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 | $24.7M | 250 t |
| 2023 | $37.1M | 282 t |
| 2022 | $179.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $227.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $153.9M | 848 t |
| 2019 | $31.5M | 397 t |
| 2018 | $13.2M | 275 t |
| 2017 | $11.3M | 198 t |
Where Jordan exports precious metal scrap to
The largest buyer markets were Japan (40%), United Kingdom (34%), Germany (14%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $10.0M | 40% |
| United Kingdom | $8.5M | 34% |
| Germany | $3.6M | 15% |
| South Korea | $1.9M | 7.8% |
| Italy | $681K | 2.8% |
| Spain | $42K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 7112
| 7112.92 | Waste and scrap of precious metals: of platinum, including metal clad with platinum but excluding sweepings containing other precious metals | 54% |
| 7112.99 | Waste and scrap of precious metals: waste and scrap of precious metals including metal clad with precious metals, other than that of gold and… | 46% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7112.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $99.06 per kg, close to the world average of $113.77.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Precious metal scrap imports to Jordan
In 2024, Jordan imported precious metal scrap worth $668 thousand. One supplier dominates: Israel accounted for 100% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Israel grew fastest (+126% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | $668K | 100% |
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 7112: Waste and scrap of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal; other waste and scrap containing precious metal compounds, of a kind uses principally for the recovery of precious metal other than goods of heading 85.49.
Common questions
What is the value of precious metal scrap exported by Jordan?
Jordan exported precious metal scrap worth $24.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 250 tonnes. That ranks it 59th of 170 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 33% on 2023.
Which countries buy precious metal scrap from Jordan?
Japan was the largest buyer with 40% of the value ($10.0 million), followed by the United Kingdom (34%) and Germany (14%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 7 buyer countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 20% on the year.
What is the average export price of precious metal scrap per kg?
The average declared export value was about $99.06 per kg in 2024, 13% below the world average of $113.77 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 precious metal scrap from Jordan changed since 2017?
Exports went from $11.3 million in 2017 to $24.7 million in 2024, an increase of 119%. The peak was 2021 at $227.1 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Jordan also import precious metal scrap?
Yes. Jordan imported $668 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Israel. On balance Jordan is a net exporter of this product, by about $24.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for precious metal scrap?
The HS code for precious metal scrap is heading 7112. In Jordan the largest six-digit codes were 7112.92 (54% of the value) and 7112.99 (46%). 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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