Expanded mineral materials exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $51.0 million of expanded mineral materials in 2024 (36.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 93 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 5% from 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 | $51.0M | 36.9K t |
| 2023 | $53.5M | 40.7K t |
| 2022 | $52.4M | 42.1K t |
| 2021 | $56.1M | 55.7K t |
| 2020 | $45.3M | 46.1K t |
| 2019 | $45.6M | 42.8K t |
| 2018 | $47.4M | 43.4K t |
| 2017 | $49.5M | 42.4K t |
Where the United States exports expanded mineral materials to
The largest buyer markets were Canada (48%), Mexico (8%), South Korea (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest (+60% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $24.4M | 48% |
| Mexico | $4.2M | 8.2% |
| South Korea | $2.8M | 5.6% |
| Japan | $2.0M | 4% |
| Netherlands | $1.8M | 3.5% |
| Germany | $1.7M | 3.4% |
| France | $1.1M | 2.2% |
| Australia | $936K | 1.8% |
| South Africa | $916K | 1.8% |
| Sweden | $899K | 1.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.38 per kg, 138% above the world average of $0.58. 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.
Expanded mineral materials imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported expanded mineral materials worth $33.6 million (22.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 188 countries. Most of the value came from United Kingdom (37%), Mexico (35%), China (10%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+520% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $12.4M | 37% |
| Mexico | $11.8M | 35% |
| China | $3.3M | 9.7% |
| Netherlands | $1.3M | 3.9% |
| Spain | $958K | 2.9% |
| Canada | $819K | 2.4% |
| Malaysia | $761K | 2.3% |
| Germany | $685K | 2% |
| Poland | $322K | 1% |
| Denmark | $304K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States expanded mineral materials exports (HS 6806.20): 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 6806.20: Exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays, foamed slag and similar expanded mineral materials (including intermixtures thereof).
Common questions
What is the value of expanded mineral materials exported by the United States?
The United States exported expanded mineral materials worth $51.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 36.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 93 countries worldwide, with 11% of world exports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries buy expanded mineral materials from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 48% of the value ($24.4 million), followed by Mexico (8%) and South Korea (6%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 90 buyer countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 227% on the year.
What is the average export price of expanded mineral materials per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.38 per kg in 2024, 138% above the world average of $0.58 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of expanded mineral materials from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $49.5 million in 2017 to $51.0 million in 2024, an increase of 3%. The peak was 2021 at $56.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $50.1 million a year.
Does the United States also import expanded mineral materials?
Yes. The United States imported $33.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United Kingdom, Mexico and China. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $17.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for expanded mineral materials?
The HS code for expanded mineral materials is subheading 6806.20. It sits in HS chapter 68 (stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6806 page.
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