Inorganic salts (other) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $50.1 million of inorganic salts (other) in 2024 (11.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 87 countries for exports of this product. That is 17% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $65.3 million.
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 | $50.1M | 11.7K t |
| 2023 | $42.7M | 10.6K t |
| 2022 | $65.3M | 14.4K t |
| 2021 | $52.0M | 13.8K t |
| 2020 | $40.8M | 12.7K t |
| 2019 | $31.8M | 11.0K t |
| 2018 | $28.9M | 10.1K t |
| 2017 | $27.4M | 10.9K t |
Where the United States exports inorganic salts (other) to
The largest buyer markets were United Kingdom (21%), Mexico (18%), Canada (12%). Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+304% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $10.7M | 21% |
| Mexico | $9.2M | 18% |
| Canada | $6.2M | 12% |
| China | $5.3M | 11% |
| Brazil | $4.2M | 8.5% |
| Japan | $2.0M | 4% |
| Taiwan | $1.8M | 3.5% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 3.1% |
| Argentina | $782K | 1.6% |
| Belgium | $724K | 1.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.27 per kg, 20% below the world average of $5.35, 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.
Inorganic salts (other) imports to the United States
The United States imported $38.2 million of inorganic salts (other) in 2024 (13.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 171 countries for imports of this product. Most of the value came from China (37%), Germany (30%), United Kingdom (9%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+183% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $14.2M | 37% |
| Germany | $11.4M | 30% |
| United Kingdom | $3.6M | 9.4% |
| Canada | $3.0M | 7.9% |
| Japan | $1.0M | 2.7% |
| Brazil | $905K | 2.4% |
| Turkey | $828K | 2.2% |
| India | $756K | 2% |
| Philippines | $709K | 1.9% |
| Spain | $348K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States inorganic salts (other) exports (HS 2842.90): 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 2842.90: Salts: of inorganic acids or peroxoacids, other than double or complex silicates, including aluminosilicates, whether or not chemically, excluding azides.
Common questions
What is the value of inorganic salts (other) exported by the United States?
The United States exported inorganic salts (other) worth $50.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 87 countries worldwide, with 6% of world exports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries buy inorganic salts (other) from the United States?
The United Kingdom was the largest buyer with 21% of the value ($10.7 million), followed by Mexico (18%) and Canada (12%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 89 buyer countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 304% on the year.
What is the average export price of inorganic salts (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.27 per kg in 2024, 20% below the world average of $5.35 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of inorganic salts (other) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $27.4 million in 2017 to $50.1 million in 2024, an increase of 83%. The peak was 2022 at $65.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $42.4 million a year.
Does the United States also import inorganic salts (other)?
Yes. The United States imported $38.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Germany and the United Kingdom. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $11.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for inorganic salts (other)?
The HS code for inorganic salts (other) is subheading 2842.90. 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 2842 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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