Clay (other types) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported clay (other types) worth $154.4 million (403.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 147 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 .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $154.4M | 403.7K t |
| 2023 | $138.3M | 395.6K t |
| 2022 | $148.4M | 440.4K t |
| 2021 | $144.7M | 416.7K t |
| 2020 | $101.1M | 316.1K t |
| 2019 | $133.0M | 357.5K t |
| 2018 | $129.3M | 385.2K t |
| 2017 | $120.7M | 378.9K t |
Where the United States exports clay (other types) to
Most of it went to Canada (18%), Indonesia (12%), Mexico (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 42%. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+95% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $28.4M | 18% |
| Indonesia | $18.6M | 12% |
| Mexico | $18.5M | 12% |
| United Kingdom | $16.5M | 11% |
| China | $13.6M | 8.8% |
| Netherlands | $6.7M | 4.4% |
| Italy | $4.5M | 2.9% |
| Japan | $4.3M | 2.8% |
| Colombia | $4.1M | 2.6% |
| Guatemala | $3.7M | 2.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.38 per kg, 192% above the world average of $0.13. 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.
Clay (other types) imports to the United States
Imports of clay (other types) by the United States reached $7.8 million in 2024 (12.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Spain alone supplied 54% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+100% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $4.2M | 54% |
| Canada | $1.1M | 15% |
| China | $451K | 5.8% |
| Germany | $353K | 4.5% |
| United Kingdom | $235K | 3% |
| Japan | $226K | 2.9% |
| France | $144K | 1.9% |
| Portugal | $141K | 1.8% |
| Italy | $137K | 1.8% |
| India | $128K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States clay (other types) exports (HS 2508.40): 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 2508.40: Clays (excluding expanded clays of heading no. 6806): n.e.c. in heading no. 2508, whether or not calcined.
Common questions
What is the value of clay (other types) exported by the United States?
The United States exported clay (other types) worth $154.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 403.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 147 countries worldwide, with 22% of world exports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries buy clay (other types) from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 18% of the value ($28.4 million), followed by Indonesia (12%) and Mexico (12%). The top three together account for 42%, out of 122 buyer countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 95% on the year.
What is the average export price of clay (other types) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.38 per kg in 2024, 192% above the world average of $0.13 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of clay (other types) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $120.7 million in 2017 to $154.4 million in 2024, an increase of 28%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $133.7 million a year.
Does the United States also import clay (other types)?
Yes. The United States imported $7.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Spain, Canada and China. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $146.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for clay (other types)?
The HS code for clay (other types) is subheading 2508.40. 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 2508 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United States. Tell us your product to see it live.
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