Graphite paste imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of graphite paste by the United States reached $12.7 million in 2024 (9.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 124 countries for imports of this product. That is 49% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $30.3 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 | $12.7M | 9.0K t |
| 2023 | $24.9M | 15.0K t |
| 2022 | $30.3M | 20.2K t |
| 2021 | $14.8M | 15.9K t |
| 2020 | $10.7M | 11.0K t |
| 2019 | $15.3M | 16.5K t |
| 2018 | $18.1M | 15.6K t |
| 2017 | $13.0M | 15.8K t |
Where the United States imports graphite paste from
Most of the value came from Norway (43%), Germany (29%), Brazil (20%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+52% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Norway | $5.4M | 43% |
| Germany | $3.7M | 29% |
| Brazil | $2.6M | 20% |
| China | $540K | 4.2% |
| South Africa | $278K | 2.2% |
| Poland | $125K | 1% |
| Canada | $41K | 0.3% |
| Japan | $29K | 0.2% |
| France | $8K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $4K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.41 per kg, 50% above the world average of $0.94. 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.
Graphite paste exports from the United States
The United States exported $1.1 million of graphite paste in 2024 (510 tonnes). Most of it went to India (15%), Saudi Arabia (14%), Canada (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 42%. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+128% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $157K | 15% |
| Saudi Arabia | $153K | 14% |
| Canada | $142K | 13% |
| Germany | $58K | 5.4% |
| Australia | $53K | 5% |
| Sweden | $51K | 4.8% |
| United Kingdom | $50K | 4.7% |
| Mexico | $48K | 4.5% |
| Iceland | $42K | 3.9% |
| China | $41K | 3.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States graphite paste imports (HS 3801.30): 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 3801.30: Carbonaceous pastes: for electrodes and similar pastes for furnace linings.
Common questions
What is the value of graphite paste imported by the United States?
The United States imported graphite paste worth $12.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 124 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 49% on 2023.
Which countries supply graphite paste to the United States?
Norway was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($5.4 million), followed by Germany (29%) and Brazil (20%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 245% on the year.
What is the average import price of graphite paste per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.41 per kg in 2024, 50% above the world average of $0.94 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of graphite paste to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.0 million in 2017 to $12.7 million in 2024, a fall of 2%. The peak was 2022 at $30.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $17.5 million a year.
Does the United States also export graphite paste?
Yes. The United States exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, Saudi Arabia and Canada. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $11.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for graphite paste?
The HS code for graphite paste is subheading 3801.30. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3801 page.
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