Bromides (other) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported bromides (other) worth $98.0 million (58.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 133 countries. That is 12% more than in 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 | $98.0M | 58.2K t |
| 2023 | $87.5M | 49.0K t |
| 2022 | $57.7M | 36.5K t |
| 2021 | $66.3M | 39.1K t |
| 2020 | $49.2M | 32.3K t |
| 2019 | $73.6M | 50.1K t |
| 2018 | $70.3M | 52.6K t |
| 2017 | $71.8M | 50.1K t |
Where the United States imports bromides (other) from
Israel alone supplied 88% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | $85.8M | 88% |
| Jordan | $10.0M | 10% |
| United Kingdom | $715K | 0.7% |
| Canada | $374K | 0.4% |
| India | $283K | 0.3% |
| Spain | $278K | 0.3% |
| Taiwan | $214K | 0.2% |
| Japan | $134K | 0.1% |
| China | $98K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $58K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.68 per kg, close to the world average of $2.06.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Bromides (other) exports from the United States
Exports of bromides (other) by the United States reached $53.2 million in 2024 (24.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 67 countries. The largest buyer markets were Saudi Arabia (39%), Brazil (21%), United Kingdom (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Norway grew fastest (+182% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $20.6M | 39% |
| Brazil | $11.3M | 21% |
| United Kingdom | $7.6M | 14% |
| Norway | $4.0M | 7.6% |
| Turkmenistan | $2.7M | 5.1% |
| Malaysia | $898K | 1.7% |
| Tunisia | $744K | 1.4% |
| Singapore | $722K | 1.4% |
| Germany | $640K | 1.2% |
| Mexico | $637K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States bromides (other) imports (HS 2827.59): 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 2827.59: Bromides and bromide oxides: other than item no. 2827.51.
Common questions
What is the value of bromides (other) imported by the United States?
The United States imported bromides (other) worth $98.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 58.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 133 countries worldwide, with 25% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply bromides (other) to the United States?
Israel was the largest supplier with 88% of the value ($85.8 million), followed by Jordan (10%) and the United Kingdom (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 809% on the year.
What is the average import price of bromides (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.68 per kg in 2024, 18% below the world average of $2.06 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of bromides (other) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $71.8 million in 2017 to $98.0 million in 2024, an increase of 36%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $71.8 million a year.
Does the United States also export bromides (other)?
Yes. The United States exported $53.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Brazil and the United Kingdom. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $44.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for bromides (other)?
The HS code for bromides (other) is subheading 2827.59. 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 2827 page.
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