Germanium and zirconium oxides imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $57.4 million of germanium and zirconium oxides in 2024 (3.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 102 countries. That is 13% more 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 .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $57.4M | 3.1K t |
| 2023 | $51.0M | 2.4K t |
| 2022 | $61.9M | 3.6K t |
| 2021 | $46.2M | 3.6K t |
| 2020 | $48.4M | 4.2K t |
| 2019 | $61.9M | 3.2K t |
| 2018 | $56.0M | 3.1K t |
| 2017 | $49.9M | 3.5K t |
Where the United States imports germanium and zirconium oxides from
Most of the value came from China (19%), Belgium (19%), Canada (18%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+220% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $11.2M | 19% |
| Belgium | $10.7M | 19% |
| Canada | $10.2M | 18% |
| Japan | $7.0M | 12% |
| France | $6.7M | 12% |
| United Kingdom | $6.3M | 11% |
| Australia | $2.4M | 4.3% |
| South Africa | $1.6M | 2.8% |
| Germany | $606K | 1.1% |
| South Korea | $429K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $18.68 per kg, 54% above the world average of $12.16. 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.
Germanium and zirconium oxides exports from the United States
Exports of germanium and zirconium oxides by the United States reached $40.1 million in 2024 (2.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 47 countries. Most of it went to Mexico (14%), India (13%), Canada (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 38%. Among the main buyer markets, Taiwan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $5.8M | 14% |
| India | $5.3M | 13% |
| Canada | $4.3M | 11% |
| South Korea | $3.8M | 9.5% |
| Germany | $3.3M | 8.2% |
| Taiwan | $2.7M | 6.8% |
| China | $2.6M | 6.4% |
| Japan | $2.0M | 5.1% |
| Belgium | $1.4M | 3.4% |
| United Kingdom | $1.0M | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States germanium and zirconium oxides imports (HS 2825.60): 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 2825.60: Germanium oxides and zirconium dioxide.
Common questions
What is the value of germanium and zirconium oxides imported by the United States?
The United States imported germanium and zirconium oxides worth $57.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 102 countries worldwide, with 14% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply germanium and zirconium oxides to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 19% of the value ($11.2 million), followed by Belgium (19%) and Canada (18%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 220% on the year.
What is the average import price of germanium and zirconium oxides per kg?
The average declared import value was about $18.68 per kg in 2024, 54% above the world average of $12.16 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of germanium and zirconium oxides to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $49.9 million in 2017 to $57.4 million in 2024, an increase of 15%. The peak was 2022 at $61.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $54.1 million a year.
Does the United States also export germanium and zirconium oxides?
Yes. The United States exported $40.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, India and Canada. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $17.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for germanium and zirconium oxides?
The HS code for germanium and zirconium oxides is subheading 2825.60. 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 2825 page.
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