Fluorspar (lower grade) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of fluorspar (lower grade) by the United States reached $11.1 million in 2024 (32.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 104 countries. That is 17% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $20.9 million.
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 | $11.1M | 32.5K t |
| 2023 | $9.5M | 32.5K t |
| 2022 | $16.2M | 77.1K t |
| 2021 | $18.8M | 57.8K t |
| 2020 | $20.9M | 107.8K t |
| 2019 | $20.3M | 72.5K t |
| 2018 | $20.0M | 77.9K t |
| 2017 | $16.7M | 71.2K t |
Where the United States imports fluorspar (lower grade) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 63% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+47% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.0M | 63% |
| Mexico | $3.1M | 28% |
| South Africa | $687K | 6.2% |
| Mongolia | $261K | 2.4% |
| Pakistan | $92K | 0.8% |
| Canada | $19K | 0.2% |
| Zambia | $17K | 0.2% |
| Japan | $4K | 0% |
| Namibia | $2K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $2K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.34 per kg, 55% above the world average of $0.22. 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.
Fluorspar (lower grade) exports from the United States
The United States exported $1.3 million of fluorspar (lower grade) in 2024 (2.9 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Canada accounted for 88% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $1.1M | 88% |
| Indonesia | $43K | 3.3% |
| Nicaragua | $35K | 2.7% |
| Australia | $25K | 1.9% |
| Peru | $18K | 1.4% |
| Malaysia | $9K | 0.7% |
| South Korea | $6K | 0.5% |
| Mexico | $6K | 0.5% |
| Guyana | $5K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $4K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States fluorspar (lower grade) imports (HS 2529.21): 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 2529.21: Fluorspar: containing by weight 97% or less of calcium fluoride.
Common questions
What is the value of fluorspar (lower grade) imported by the United States?
The United States imported fluorspar (lower grade) worth $11.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 32.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 104 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply fluorspar (lower grade) to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 63% of the value ($7.0 million), followed by Mexico (28%) and South Africa (6%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 47% on the year.
What is the average import price of fluorspar (lower grade) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.34 per kg in 2024, 55% above the world average of $0.22 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of fluorspar (lower grade) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.7 million in 2017 to $11.1 million in 2024, a fall of 34%. The peak was 2020 at $20.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.7 million a year.
Does the United States also export fluorspar (lower grade)?
Yes. The United States exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Indonesia and Nicaragua. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $9.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for fluorspar (lower grade)?
The HS code for fluorspar (lower grade) is subheading 2529.21. 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 2529 page.
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