Antimony metal imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of antimony metal by the United States reached $8.7 million in 2024 (382 tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 79 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 24% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8.7M | 382 t |
| 2023 | $7.0M | 371 t |
| 2022 | $9.0M | 594 t |
| 2021 | $8.1M | 594 t |
| 2020 | $5.2M | 420 t |
| 2019 | $8.1M | 817 t |
| 2018 | $8.5M | 749 t |
| 2017 | $8.3M | 855 t |
Where the United States imports antimony metal from
Most of the value came from Bolivia (26%), Philippines (23%), United Kingdom (21%). Among the main suppliers, Philippines grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Bolivia | $2.2M | 26% |
| Philippines | $2.0M | 23% |
| United Kingdom | $1.8M | 21% |
| Mexico | $1.2M | 14% |
| India | $358K | 4.1% |
| Canada | $332K | 3.8% |
| South Korea | $285K | 3.3% |
| China | $252K | 2.9% |
| Dominican Republic | $56K | 0.6% |
| Japan | $36K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $22.72 per kg, close to the world average of $25.20.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Antimony metal exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported antimony metal worth $4.2 million (144 tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 52 countries. The largest buyer markets were France (38%), Mexico (33%), New Zealand (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Colombia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $1.6M | 38% |
| Mexico | $1.4M | 33% |
| New Zealand | $315K | 7.5% |
| South Korea | $182K | 4.3% |
| United Kingdom | $152K | 3.6% |
| Canada | $136K | 3.2% |
| Brazil | $132K | 3.1% |
| Colombia | $127K | 3% |
| China | $56K | 1.3% |
| Malaysia | $24K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States antimony metal imports (HS 8110.90): 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 8110.90: Antimony and articles thereof: wrought, other than waste and scrap.
Common questions
What is the value of antimony metal imported by the United States?
The United States imported antimony metal worth $8.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 382 tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 79 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was up 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply antimony metal to the United States?
Bolivia was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by the Philippines (23%) and the United Kingdom (21%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 314% on the year.
What is the average import price of antimony metal per kg?
The average declared import value was about $22.72 per kg in 2024, 10% below the world average of $25.20 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of antimony metal to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.3 million in 2017 to $8.7 million in 2024, an increase of 5%. The peak was 2022 at $9.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.9 million a year.
Does the United States also export antimony metal?
Yes. The United States exported $4.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Mexico and New Zealand. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $4.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for antimony metal?
The HS code for antimony metal is subheading 8110.90. It sits in HS chapter 81 (metals; n.e.c., cermets and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8110 page.
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