Alkali metals (other) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of alkali metals (other) by the United States reached $40.6 million in 2024 (572 tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 57 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 41% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $51.7 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 | $40.6M | 572 t |
| 2023 | $28.9M | 553 t |
| 2022 | $24.7M | 510 t |
| 2021 | $25.7M | 724 t |
| 2020 | $27.8M | 613 t |
| 2019 | $39.4M | 639 t |
| 2018 | $51.7M | 940 t |
| 2017 | $34.9M | 720 t |
Where the United States exports alkali metals (other) to
Most of it went to United Kingdom (42%), China (32%), Germany (5%). Among the main buyer markets, Dominican Republic grew fastest (+997% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $17.1M | 42% |
| China | $13.0M | 32% |
| Germany | $2.0M | 5% |
| Dominican Republic | $1.3M | 3.3% |
| Iraq | $772K | 1.9% |
| Canada | $717K | 1.8% |
| Belgium | $686K | 1.7% |
| France | $667K | 1.6% |
| Spain | $457K | 1.1% |
| Colombia | $452K | 1.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $71.09 per kg, 131% above the world average of $30.74. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Alkali metals (other) imports to the United States
The United States imported $24.6 million of alkali metals (other) in 2024 (357 tonnes). It ranks 4th of 132 countries for imports of this product. Most of the value came from Germany (45%), China (36%), France (17%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+335% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $11.0M | 45% |
| China | $8.8M | 36% |
| France | $4.1M | 17% |
| United Kingdom | $358K | 1.5% |
| Canada | $92K | 0.4% |
| Turkey | $72K | 0.3% |
| Japan | $62K | 0.3% |
| Switzerland | $34K | 0.1% |
| Sweden | $13K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $11K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States alkali metals (other) exports (HS 2805.19): 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 2805.19: Alkali or alkali-earth metals: other than sodium and calcium.
Common questions
What is the value of alkali metals (other) exported by the United States?
The United States exported alkali metals (other) worth $40.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 572 tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 57 countries worldwide, with 14% of world exports. The value was up 41% on 2023.
Which countries buy alkali metals (other) from the United States?
The United Kingdom was the largest buyer with 42% of the value ($17.1 million), followed by China (32%) and Germany (5%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 83 buyer countries in total. The Dominican Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 997% on the year.
What is the average export price of alkali metals (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $71.09 per kg in 2024, 131% above the world average of $30.74 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of alkali metals (other) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $34.9 million in 2017 to $40.6 million in 2024, an increase of 16%. The peak was 2018 at $51.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $34.2 million a year.
Does the United States also import alkali metals (other)?
Yes. The United States imported $24.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, China and France. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $16.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for alkali metals (other)?
The HS code for alkali metals (other) is subheading 2805.19. It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2805 page.
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