Fluorine and bromine exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of fluorine and bromine by the United States reached $18.9 million in 2024 (4.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 58 countries. That is 18% less 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 | $18.9M | 4.3K t |
| 2023 | $23.0M | 5.2K t |
| 2022 | $15.9M | 2.9K t |
| 2021 | $16.5M | 4.4K t |
| 2020 | $18.8M | 5.8K t |
| 2019 | $11.8M | 3.8K t |
| 2018 | $10.3M | 3.4K t |
| 2017 | $13.8M | 5.2K t |
Where the United States exports fluorine and bromine to
Canada alone took 54% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $10.2M | 54% |
| China | $3.4M | 18% |
| Mexico | $2.4M | 13% |
| India | $998K | 5.3% |
| Singapore | $573K | 3% |
| Malaysia | $507K | 2.7% |
| Taiwan | $209K | 1.1% |
| Netherlands | $107K | 0.6% |
| Belgium | $106K | 0.6% |
| Brazil | $91K | 0.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.39 per kg, 64% above the world average of $2.68. 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.
Fluorine and bromine imports to the United States
The United States imported $2.5 million of fluorine and bromine in 2024 (346 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were Japan (29%), China (27%), South Korea (8%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $742K | 29% |
| China | $693K | 28% |
| South Korea | $209K | 8.3% |
| Singapore | $208K | 8.3% |
| South Africa | $187K | 7.4% |
| Germany | $131K | 5.2% |
| India | $127K | 5% |
| Israel | $86K | 3.4% |
| Canada | $75K | 3% |
| Spain | $28K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States fluorine and bromine exports (HS 2801.30): 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 2801.30: Fluorine: bromine.
Common questions
What is the value of fluorine and bromine exported by the United States?
The United States exported fluorine and bromine worth $18.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 58 countries worldwide, with 6% of world exports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries buy fluorine and bromine from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 54% of the value ($10.2 million), followed by China (18%) and Mexico (13%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 55 buyer countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 207% on the year.
What is the average export price of fluorine and bromine per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.39 per kg in 2024, 64% above the world average of $2.68 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of fluorine and bromine from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $13.8 million in 2017 to $18.9 million in 2024, an increase of 37%. The peak was 2023 at $23.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.1 million a year.
Does the United States also import fluorine and bromine?
Yes. The United States imported $2.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Japan, China and South Korea. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $16.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for fluorine and bromine?
The HS code for fluorine and bromine is subheading 2801.30. It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2801 page.
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