Arsenic and nonmetal chlorides exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $18.5 million of arsenic and nonmetal chlorides in 2024 (431 tonnes). It ranks 4th of 51 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 6% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $18.5M | 431 t |
| 2023 | $17.4M | 261 t |
| 2022 | $13.1M | 218 t |
| 2021 | $10.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $17.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $13.4M | 416 t |
| 2018 | $14.7M | 397 t |
| 2017 | $15.3M | 350 t |
Where the United States exports arsenic and nonmetal chlorides to
South Korea alone took 63% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest (+614% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $11.6M | 63% |
| Singapore | $1.4M | 7.5% |
| Israel | $1.2M | 6.3% |
| Mexico | $1.0M | 5.4% |
| China | $1000K | 5.4% |
| Japan | $644K | 3.5% |
| Germany | $346K | 1.9% |
| France | $296K | 1.6% |
| Ireland | $277K | 1.5% |
| Brazil | $203K | 1.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $42.91 per kg, 287% above the world average of $11.08. 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.
Arsenic and nonmetal chlorides imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported arsenic and nonmetal chlorides worth $17.8 million (6.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 107 countries. One supplier dominates: Germany accounted for 79% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $14.1M | 79% |
| South Korea | $1.4M | 7.7% |
| Japan | $1.1M | 6.1% |
| China | $551K | 3.1% |
| Taiwan | $269K | 1.5% |
| India | $169K | 1% |
| France | $65K | 0.4% |
| Belgium | $52K | 0.3% |
| Singapore | $43K | 0.2% |
| Ireland | $42K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States arsenic and nonmetal chlorides exports (HS 2812.19): 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 2812.19: Arsenic trichloride and other chlorides and chloride oxides, n.e.c. in item no. 2812.
Common questions
What is the value of arsenic and nonmetal chlorides exported by the United States?
The United States exported arsenic and nonmetal chlorides worth $18.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 431 tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 51 countries worldwide, with 10% of world exports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries buy arsenic and nonmetal chlorides from the United States?
South Korea was the largest buyer with 63% of the value ($11.6 million), followed by Singapore (8%) and Israel (6%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 48 buyer countries in total. Mexico grew fastest among the top ten, up 614% on the year.
What is the average export price of arsenic and nonmetal chlorides per kg?
The average declared export value was about $42.91 per kg in 2024, 287% above the world average of $11.08 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of arsenic and nonmetal chlorides from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $15.3 million in 2017 to $18.5 million in 2024, an increase of 21%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $15.1 million a year.
Does the United States also import arsenic and nonmetal chlorides?
Yes. The United States imported $17.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, South Korea and Japan. That compares with exports of $18.5 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for arsenic and nonmetal chlorides?
The HS code for arsenic and nonmetal chlorides is subheading 2812.19. 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 2812 page.
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