Low silicon ferro-silicon imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported low silicon ferro-silicon worth $59.9 million (25.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 119 countries for imports of this product. That is 19% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $119.9 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 | $59.9M | 25.2K t |
| 2023 | $73.9M | 19.0K t |
| 2022 | $119.9M | 29.3K t |
| 2021 | $36.2M | 21.2K t |
| 2020 | $31.1M | 19.2K t |
| 2019 | $38.2M | 23.9K t |
| 2018 | $47.1M | 27.7K t |
| 2017 | $45.6M | 21.9K t |
Where the United States imports low silicon ferro-silicon from
One supplier dominates: Canada accounted for 84% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $50.5M | 84% |
| Thailand | $3.6M | 6% |
| Brazil | $1.5M | 2.5% |
| India | $1.5M | 2.4% |
| Slovakia | $694K | 1.2% |
| Paraguay | $570K | 1% |
| China | $263K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $243K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $241K | 0.4% |
| Kuwait | $181K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.38 per kg, 38% above the world average of $1.73. 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.
Low silicon ferro-silicon exports from the United States
The United States exported $6.1 million of low silicon ferro-silicon in 2024 (2.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Mexico (43%), Canada (20%), Turkey (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Singapore grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $2.6M | 43% |
| Canada | $1.2M | 20% |
| Turkey | $679K | 11% |
| Norway | $450K | 7.4% |
| Belgium | $291K | 4.8% |
| Singapore | $175K | 2.9% |
| Germany | $159K | 2.6% |
| Malaysia | $131K | 2.2% |
| Denmark | $98K | 1.6% |
| Brazil | $87K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States low silicon ferro-silicon imports (HS 7202.29): 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 7202.29: Ferro-alloys: ferro-silicon, containing by weight 55% or less of silicon.
Common questions
What is the value of low silicon ferro-silicon imported by the United States?
The United States imported low silicon ferro-silicon worth $59.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 25.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 119 countries worldwide, with 10% of world imports. The value was down 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply low silicon ferro-silicon to the United States?
Canada was the largest supplier with 84% of the value ($50.5 million), followed by Thailand (6%) and Brazil (3%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 557% on the year.
What is the average import price of low silicon ferro-silicon per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.38 per kg in 2024, 38% above the world average of $1.73 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of low silicon ferro-silicon to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $45.6 million in 2017 to $59.9 million in 2024, an increase of 31%. The peak was 2022 at $119.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $56.5 million a year.
Does the United States also export low silicon ferro-silicon?
Yes. The United States exported $6.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and Turkey. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $53.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for low silicon ferro-silicon?
The HS code for low silicon ferro-silicon is subheading 7202.29. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7202 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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