Mineral and stone articles (other) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported mineral and stone articles (other) worth $1.13 billion (51.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 173 countries for exports of this product. That is 6% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 36% a year on average.
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 | $1.13B | 51.7K t |
| 2023 | $1.20B | 67.8K t |
| 2022 | $1.09B | 57.8K t |
| 2021 | $204.9M | 46.0K t |
| 2020 | $176.8M | 36.2K t |
| 2019 | $132.4M | 43.2K t |
| 2018 | $136.3M | 41.8K t |
| 2017 | $129.2M | 35.5K t |
Where the United States exports mineral and stone articles (other) to
Most of it went to Germany (11%), United Kingdom (11%), China (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 32%.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $123.0M | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $122.3M | 11% |
| China | $117.8M | 10% |
| Mexico | $86.1M | 7.6% |
| France | $80.5M | 7.1% |
| Italy | $79.7M | 7% |
| Spain | $79.7M | 7% |
| Japan | $60.2M | 5.3% |
| Canada | $45.7M | 4% |
| Denmark | $44.2M | 3.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $21.91 per kg, 146% above the world average of $8.91. 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.
Mineral and stone articles (other) imports to the United States
Imports of mineral and stone articles (other) by the United States reached $860.7 million in 2024 (62.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 211 countries for imports of this product. Most of the value came from Japan (18%), Germany (13%), Mexico (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 44%. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+85% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $158.7M | 18% |
| Germany | $109.0M | 13% |
| Mexico | $108.4M | 13% |
| South Korea | $94.4M | 11% |
| Canada | $70.8M | 8.2% |
| United Kingdom | $64.4M | 7.5% |
| France | $64.4M | 7.5% |
| China | $56.7M | 6.6% |
| Hungary | $22.6M | 2.6% |
| Austria | $20.4M | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States mineral and stone articles (other) exports (HS 6815.99): 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 6815.99: Stone articles and articles of other mineral substances: n.e.c. or included in heading no. 6815.
Common questions
What is the value of mineral and stone articles (other) exported by the United States?
The United States exported mineral and stone articles (other) worth $1.13 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 51.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 173 countries worldwide, with 17% of world exports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries buy mineral and stone articles (other) from the United States?
Germany was the largest buyer with 11% of the value ($123.0 million), followed by the United Kingdom (11%) and China (10%). The top three together account for 32%, out of 149 buyer countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 13% on the year.
What is the average export price of mineral and stone articles (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $21.91 per kg in 2024, 146% above the world average of $8.91 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of mineral and stone articles (other) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $129.2 million in 2017 to $1.13 billion in 2024, an increase of 777%. The peak was 2023 at $1.20 billion. Over 8 years the average was $525.3 million a year.
Does the United States also import mineral and stone articles (other)?
Yes. The United States imported $860.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Japan, Germany and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $271.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for mineral and stone articles (other)?
The HS code for mineral and stone articles (other) is subheading 6815.99. It sits in HS chapter 68 (stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6815 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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