Fused silica tubes exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $131.1 million of fused silica tubes in 2024 (17.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 66 countries. That is 13% 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 | $131.1M | 17.0K t |
| 2023 | $150.6M | 18.6K t |
| 2022 | $163.8M | 22.1K t |
| 2021 | $132.0M | 17.7K t |
| 2020 | $106.6M | 13.3K t |
| 2019 | $94.2M | 12.2K t |
| 2018 | $100.6M | 11.0K t |
| 2017 | $120.9M | 10.1K t |
Where the United States exports fused silica tubes to
Most of it went to Mexico (33%), China (18%), Denmark (10%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $43.3M | 33% |
| China | $24.0M | 18% |
| Denmark | $12.8M | 9.7% |
| South Korea | $11.9M | 9.1% |
| Netherlands | $9.1M | 6.9% |
| Japan | $8.5M | 6.5% |
| Taiwan | $8.3M | 6.3% |
| Germany | $6.1M | 4.6% |
| Ireland | $999K | 0.8% |
| Canada | $899K | 0.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.70 per kg, 29% below the world average of $10.77, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fused silica tubes imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported fused silica tubes worth $48.8 million (992 tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 148 countries. Germany alone supplied 78% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $38.0M | 78% |
| China | $5.0M | 10% |
| Netherlands | $2.5M | 5.2% |
| Singapore | $658K | 1.4% |
| United Kingdom | $545K | 1.1% |
| Japan | $490K | 1% |
| Hungary | $421K | 0.9% |
| Malaysia | $400K | 0.8% |
| Belgium | $169K | 0.4% |
| Mexico | $137K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States fused silica tubes exports (HS 7002.31): 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 7002.31: Glass: unworked, in tubes, of fused quartz or other fused silica.
Common questions
What is the value of fused silica tubes exported by the United States?
The United States exported fused silica tubes worth $131.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 17.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 66 countries worldwide, with 32% of world exports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries buy fused silica tubes from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 33% of the value ($43.3 million), followed by China (18%) and Denmark (10%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 63 buyer countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 358% on the year.
What is the average export price of fused silica tubes per kg?
The average declared export value was about $7.70 per kg in 2024, 29% below the world average of $10.77 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of fused silica tubes from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $120.9 million in 2017 to $131.1 million in 2024, an increase of 8%. The peak was 2022 at $163.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $125.0 million a year.
Does the United States also import fused silica tubes?
Yes. The United States imported $48.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, China and the Netherlands. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $82.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for fused silica tubes?
The HS code for fused silica tubes is subheading 7002.31. It sits in HS chapter 70 (glass and glassware). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7002 page.
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