Iron granules exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $34.6 million of iron granules in 2024 (18.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 87 countries. Value fell 9% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2017, at $46.8 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 | $34.6M | 18.6K t |
| 2023 | $38.2M | 24.3K t |
| 2022 | $41.6M | 23.4K t |
| 2021 | $35.6M | 19.6K t |
| 2020 | $25.5M | 20.2K t |
| 2019 | $37.2M | 30.7K t |
| 2018 | $42.1M | 33.2K t |
| 2017 | $46.8M | 29.2K t |
Where the United States exports iron granules to
One buyer market dominates: Mexico accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+699% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $18.1M | 52% |
| Canada | $6.1M | 18% |
| Vietnam | $1.4M | 4.1% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 3.9% |
| Malaysia | $1.1M | 3.1% |
| South Korea | $1.0M | 2.9% |
| Ireland | $808K | 2.3% |
| Jordan | $563K | 1.6% |
| Hong Kong | $524K | 1.5% |
| China | $448K | 1.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.87 per kg, 156% above the world average of $0.73. 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.
Iron granules imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported iron granules worth $32.4 million (16.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 159 countries for imports of this product. The largest suppliers were Canada (28%), Germany (20%), Thailand (14%). Among the main suppliers, Slovenia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $8.9M | 28% |
| Germany | $6.6M | 20% |
| Thailand | $4.6M | 14% |
| Japan | $4.0M | 12% |
| India | $2.3M | 7.1% |
| China | $1.6M | 4.9% |
| South Africa | $1.2M | 3.8% |
| Turkey | $855K | 2.6% |
| Slovenia | $487K | 1.5% |
| Taiwan | $409K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States iron granules exports (HS 7205.10): 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 7205.10: Iron or steel, pig iron, spiegeleisen: granules thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of iron granules exported by the United States?
The United States exported iron granules worth $34.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 18.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 87 countries worldwide, with 6% of world exports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries buy iron granules from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 52% of the value ($18.1 million), followed by Canada (18%) and Vietnam (4%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 76 buyer countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 699% on the year.
What is the average export price of iron granules per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.87 per kg in 2024, 156% above the world average of $0.73 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of iron granules from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $46.8 million in 2017 to $34.6 million in 2024, a fall of 26%. The peak was 2017 at $46.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $37.7 million a year.
Does the United States also import iron granules?
Yes. The United States imported $32.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada, Germany and Thailand. That compares with exports of $34.6 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for iron granules?
The HS code for iron granules is subheading 7205.10. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7205 page.
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