Asbestos fibres and mixtures exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of asbestos fibres and mixtures by the United States reached $3.0 million in 2024 (124 tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 111 countries. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $6.9 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 | $3.0M | 124 t |
| 2023 | $2.9M | 123 t |
| 2022 | $4.2M | 168 t |
| 2021 | $4.1M | 178 t |
| 2020 | $4.8M | 311 t |
| 2019 | $4.9M | 398 t |
| 2018 | $5.3M | 543 t |
| 2017 | $6.9M | 541 t |
Where the United States exports asbestos fibres and mixtures to
The largest buyer markets were Mexico (25%), Brazil (14%), China (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, Brazil grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $733K | 25% |
| Brazil | $429K | 15% |
| China | $279K | 9.4% |
| Canada | $208K | 7% |
| France | $178K | 6% |
| Uzbekistan | $137K | 4.6% |
| Nigeria | $99K | 3.4% |
| El Salvador | $82K | 2.8% |
| Kazakhstan | $63K | 2.1% |
| Ukraine | $58K | 1.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $23.90 per kg, 1274% above the world average of $1.74. 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.
Asbestos fibres and mixtures imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported asbestos fibres and mixtures worth $652 thousand (250 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were China (43%), United Kingdom (20%), Canada (14%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $278K | 43% |
| United Kingdom | $127K | 20% |
| Canada | $88K | 14% |
| Japan | $72K | 11% |
| Brazil | $16K | 2.5% |
| Italy | $15K | 2.3% |
| Mexico | $10K | 1.5% |
| Colombia | $10K | 1.5% |
| South Korea | $7K | 1% |
| France | $5K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States asbestos fibres and mixtures exports (HS 6812.99): 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 6812.99: Asbestos or mixtures with a basis of asbestos (other than crocidolite): fibres, mixtures or articles n.e.c. in heading no. 6812, whether or not reinforced, not goods of heading 6811 or 6813.
Common questions
What is the value of asbestos fibres and mixtures exported by the United States?
The United States exported asbestos fibres and mixtures worth $3.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 124 tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 111 countries worldwide, with 6% of world exports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries buy asbestos fibres and mixtures from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 25% of the value ($733 thousand), followed by Brazil (14%) and China (9%). The top three together account for 49%, out of 77 buyer countries in total. Uzbekistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 307% on the year.
What is the average export price of asbestos fibres and mixtures per kg?
The average declared export value was about $23.90 per kg in 2024, 1274% above the world average of $1.74 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of asbestos fibres and mixtures from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.9 million in 2017 to $3.0 million in 2024, a fall of 57%. The peak was 2017 at $6.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.5 million a year.
Does the United States also import asbestos fibres and mixtures?
Yes. The United States imported $652 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, the United Kingdom and Canada. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for asbestos fibres and mixtures?
The HS code for asbestos fibres and mixtures is subheading 6812.99. It sits in HS chapter 68 (stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6812 page.
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