Ferro-cerium alloy imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $16.9 million of ferro-cerium alloy in 2024 (4.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 189 countries. That is 15% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
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 | $16.9M | 4.3K t |
| 2023 | $14.7M | 3.7K t |
| 2022 | $10.6M | 2.4K t |
| 2021 | $14.6M | 2.9K t |
| 2020 | $11.8M | 3.2K t |
| 2019 | $9.7M | 2.0K t |
| 2018 | $8.9M | 2.1K t |
| 2017 | $9.0M | 2.3K t |
Where the United States imports ferro-cerium alloy from
Most of the value came from China (38%), Ireland (17%), Spain (11%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+156% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.3M | 38% |
| Ireland | $2.9M | 17% |
| Spain | $1.8M | 11% |
| Chile | $1.6M | 9.3% |
| Mexico | $962K | 5.7% |
| Netherlands | $646K | 3.8% |
| Austria | $425K | 2.5% |
| India | $409K | 2.4% |
| Canada | $377K | 2.2% |
| Germany | $354K | 2.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.89 per kg, 66% above the world average of $2.35. 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.
Ferro-cerium alloy exports from the United States
The United States exported $11.9 million of ferro-cerium alloy in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 97 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were China (26%), Canada (16%), Australia (5%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 47%. Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest (+624% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.1M | 26% |
| Canada | $1.9M | 16% |
| Australia | $617K | 5.2% |
| United Kingdom | $550K | 4.6% |
| Costa Rica | $491K | 4.1% |
| Japan | $475K | 4% |
| Dominican Republic | $474K | 4% |
| Barbados | $419K | 3.5% |
| Germany | $410K | 3.5% |
| Luxembourg | $378K | 3.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States ferro-cerium alloy imports (HS 3606.90): 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 3606.90: Ferro-cerium and other pyrophoric alloys in all forms: articles of combustible materials n.e.c. in chapter 36.
Common questions
What is the value of ferro-cerium alloy imported by the United States?
The United States imported ferro-cerium alloy worth $16.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 189 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply ferro-cerium alloy to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($6.3 million), followed by Ireland (17%) and Spain (11%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 156% on the year.
What is the average import price of ferro-cerium alloy per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.89 per kg in 2024, 66% above the world average of $2.35 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ferro-cerium alloy to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.0 million in 2017 to $16.9 million in 2024, an increase of 89%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $12.0 million a year.
Does the United States also export ferro-cerium alloy?
Yes. The United States exported $11.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, Canada and Australia. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $5.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for ferro-cerium alloy?
The HS code for ferro-cerium alloy is subheading 3606.90. It sits in HS chapter 36 (explosives; pyrotechnic products; matches; pyrophoric alloys; certain combustible preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3606 page.
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