Barium carbonate imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of barium carbonate by the United States reached $12.3 million in 2024 (9.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 116 countries. That is 312% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% a year on average.
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 | $12.3M | 9.1K t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $3.9M | 1.9K t |
| 2021 | $3.1M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $2.0M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $3.0M | 1.9K t |
| 2018 | $2.9M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $2.8M | 2.6K t |
Where the United States imports barium carbonate from
The largest suppliers were Germany (39%), India (35%), Italy (21%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+918% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $4.8M | 39% |
| India | $4.3M | 35% |
| Italy | $2.6M | 21% |
| France | $258K | 2.1% |
| United Kingdom | $174K | 1.4% |
| Netherlands | $114K | 0.9% |
| China | $40K | 0.3% |
| Spain | $25K | 0.2% |
| Japan | $5K | 0% |
| Mexico | $2K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.34 per kg, 33% above the world average of $1.01. 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.
Barium carbonate exports from the United States
Exports of barium carbonate by the United States reached $3.9 million in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 51 countries for exports of this product. South Korea alone took 77% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $3.0M | 77% |
| Mexico | $337K | 8.7% |
| Canada | $322K | 8.3% |
| China | $115K | 3% |
| United Kingdom | $33K | 0.8% |
| Thailand | $16K | 0.4% |
| Guyana | $15K | 0.4% |
| Indonesia | $14K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $10K | 0.3% |
| Taiwan | $7K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States barium carbonate imports (HS 2836.60): 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 2836.60: Carbonates: barium carbonate.
Common questions
What is the value of barium carbonate imported by the United States?
The United States imported barium carbonate worth $12.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 116 countries worldwide, with 9% of world imports. The value was up 312% on 2023.
Which countries supply barium carbonate to the United States?
Germany was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($4.8 million), followed by India (35%) and Italy (21%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 918% on the year.
What is the average import price of barium carbonate per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.34 per kg in 2024, 33% above the world average of $1.01 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of barium carbonate to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.8 million in 2017 to $12.3 million in 2024, an increase of 337%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.1 million a year.
Does the United States also export barium carbonate?
Yes. The United States exported $3.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Korea, Mexico and Canada. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $8.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for barium carbonate?
The HS code for barium carbonate is subheading 2836.60. 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 2836 page.
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