Glass frit and glass powder imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported glass frit and glass powder worth $104.9 million (37.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 166 countries for imports of this product. That is close to the 2023 level. 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 | $104.9M | 37.7K t |
| 2023 | $105.9M | 36.5K t |
| 2022 | $124.2M | 43.1K t |
| 2021 | $115.6M | 44.1K t |
| 2020 | $105.0M | 53.8K t |
| 2019 | $103.7M | 52.4K t |
| 2018 | $89.7M | 44.5K t |
| 2017 | $78.2M | 42.4K t |
Where the United States imports glass frit and glass powder from
Most of the value came from Mexico (28%), Switzerland (23%), Canada (12%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+349% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $28.9M | 28% |
| Switzerland | $24.6M | 23% |
| Canada | $12.7M | 12% |
| Germany | $11.2M | 11% |
| Japan | $9.6M | 9.1% |
| United Kingdom | $2.9M | 2.7% |
| France | $2.5M | 2.4% |
| South Korea | $2.5M | 2.4% |
| Spain | $2.5M | 2.4% |
| China | $2.3M | 2.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.79 per kg, 127% above the world average of $1.23. 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.
Glass frit and glass powder exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported glass frit and glass powder worth $102.4 million (26.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 95 countries. The largest buyer markets were Mexico (33%), Taiwan (20%), China (10%). Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+47% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $34.0M | 33% |
| Taiwan | $20.2M | 20% |
| China | $10.7M | 11% |
| Brazil | $8.1M | 8% |
| Canada | $6.8M | 6.7% |
| India | $3.4M | 3.3% |
| Germany | $2.9M | 2.8% |
| Hong Kong | $1.4M | 1.3% |
| United Kingdom | $1.4M | 1.3% |
| South Korea | $1.3M | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States glass frit and glass powder imports (HS 3207.40): 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 3207.40: Glass: glass frit and other glass, in the form of powder, granules or flakes.
Common questions
What is the value of glass frit and glass powder imported by the United States?
The United States imported glass frit and glass powder worth $104.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 37.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 166 countries worldwide, with 8% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply glass frit and glass powder to the United States?
Mexico was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($28.9 million), followed by Switzerland (23%) and Canada (12%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 349% on the year.
What is the average import price of glass frit and glass powder per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.79 per kg in 2024, 127% above the world average of $1.23 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of glass frit and glass powder to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $78.2 million in 2017 to $104.9 million in 2024, an increase of 34%. The peak was 2022 at $124.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $103.4 million a year.
Does the United States also export glass frit and glass powder?
Yes. The United States exported $102.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Taiwan and China. That compares with imports of $104.9 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for glass frit and glass powder?
The HS code for glass frit and glass powder is subheading 3207.40. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3207 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United States. Tell us your product to see it live.
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