Cement clinker imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $128.0 million of cement clinker in 2024 (1.38 million tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 184 countries. That is 5% 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 | $128.0M | 1.38M t |
| 2023 | $121.6M | 1.15M t |
| 2022 | $128.8M | 1.58M t |
| 2021 | $126.7M | 2.10M t |
| 2020 | $115.4M | 1.53M t |
| 2019 | $124.0M | 1.29M t |
| 2018 | $117.2M | 1.46M t |
| 2017 | $104.2M | 1.28M t |
Where the United States imports cement clinker from
Most of the value came from France (36%), Canada (28%), Thailand (13%). Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+798% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.09 per kg, 80% above the world average of $0.05. 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.
Cement clinker exports from the United States
The United States exported $4.7 million of cement clinker in 2024 (48.9 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Dominican Republic (47%), Panama (18%), Israel (12%). Among the main buyer markets, New Zealand grew fastest (+48% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Dominican Republic | $2.2M | 47% |
| Panama | $852K | 18% |
| Israel | $565K | 12% |
| Mauritania | $350K | 7.4% |
| Bahamas | $284K | 6% |
| New Zealand | $147K | 3.1% |
| Canada | $58K | 1.2% |
| Jamaica | $43K | 0.9% |
| Barbados | $35K | 0.7% |
| Guatemala | $18K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States cement clinker imports (HS 2523.10): 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 2523.10: Cement clinkers (whether or not coloured).
Common questions
What is the value of cement clinker imported by the United States?
The United States imported cement clinker worth $128.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.38 million tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 184 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply cement clinker to the United States?
France was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($46.3 million), followed by Canada (28%) and Thailand (13%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 798% on the year.
What is the average import price of cement clinker per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.09 per kg in 2024, 80% above the world average of $0.05 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of cement clinker to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $104.2 million in 2017 to $128.0 million in 2024, an increase of 23%. The peak was 2022 at $128.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $120.7 million a year.
Does the United States also export cement clinker?
Yes. The United States exported $4.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Dominican Republic, Panama and Israel. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $123.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for cement clinker?
The HS code for cement clinker is subheading 2523.10. It sits in HS chapter 25 (salt; sulphur; earths, stone; plastering materials, lime and cement). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2523 page.
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