Cobalt powder exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported cobalt powder worth $270.9 million (2.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 78 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 6% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average.
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 | $270.9M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $255.0M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $232.3M | 1.8K t |
| 2021 | $185.8M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $157.3M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $183.4M | 2.0K t |
| 2018 | $159.6M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $128.2M | 1.8K t |
Where the United States exports cobalt powder to
The largest buyer markets were United Kingdom (12%), China (11%), France (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 33%. Among the main buyer markets, Singapore grew fastest (+54% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $31.2M | 12% |
| China | $30.5M | 11% |
| France | $28.2M | 10% |
| Ireland | $17.3M | 6.4% |
| Belgium | $16.3M | 6% |
| Singapore | $15.7M | 5.8% |
| Germany | $12.9M | 4.8% |
| Canada | $10.8M | 4% |
| Japan | $10.6M | 3.9% |
| Switzerland | $10.1M | 3.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $121.58 per kg, close to the world average of $101.72.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Cobalt powder imports to the United States
The United States imported $100.1 million of cobalt powder in 2024 (542 tonnes). It ranks 1st of 138 countries for imports of this product. Most of the value came from Norway (31%), United Kingdom (27%), Canada (13%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+114% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Norway | $31.2M | 31% |
| United Kingdom | $26.7M | 27% |
| Canada | $13.5M | 14% |
| Germany | $9.3M | 9.3% |
| France | $8.9M | 8.9% |
| China | $1.8M | 1.8% |
| Italy | $966K | 1% |
| Switzerland | $911K | 0.9% |
| Belgium | $820K | 0.8% |
| Costa Rica | $730K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States cobalt powder exports (HS 8105.90): 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 8105.90: Cobalt: articles n.e.c. in heading no. 8105.
Common questions
What is the value of cobalt powder exported by the United States?
The United States exported cobalt powder worth $270.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 78 countries worldwide, with 35% of world exports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries buy cobalt powder from the United States?
The United Kingdom was the largest buyer with 12% of the value ($31.2 million), followed by China (11%) and France (10%). The top three together account for 33%, out of 93 buyer countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 54% on the year.
What is the average export price of cobalt powder per kg?
The average declared export value was about $121.58 per kg in 2024, 20% above the world average of $101.72 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of cobalt powder from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $128.2 million in 2017 to $270.9 million in 2024, an increase of 111%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $196.6 million a year.
Does the United States also import cobalt powder?
Yes. The United States imported $100.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Norway, the United Kingdom and Canada. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $170.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for cobalt powder?
The HS code for cobalt powder is subheading 8105.90. It sits in HS chapter 81 (metals; n.e.c., cermets and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8105 page.
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