Molybdates exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of molybdates by the United States reached $74.6 million in 2024 (2.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 60 countries for exports of this product. That is 34% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% 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 | $74.6M | 2.8K t |
| 2023 | $55.6M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $47.4M | 2.4K t |
| 2021 | $43.4M | 2.3K t |
| 2020 | $18.5M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $27.4M | 1.9K t |
| 2018 | $24.5M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $25.5M | 1.8K t |
Where the United States exports molybdates to
Most of it went to China (48%), Netherlands (14%), France (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+92% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $36.1M | 48% |
| Netherlands | $10.4M | 14% |
| France | $8.9M | 12% |
| Canada | $5.5M | 7.3% |
| Germany | $4.4M | 5.8% |
| Japan | $2.5M | 3.4% |
| United Kingdom | $2.1M | 2.9% |
| Switzerland | $772K | 1% |
| Mexico | $641K | 0.9% |
| Turkey | $620K | 0.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $26.53 per kg, close to the world average of $22.80.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Molybdates imports to the United States
Imports of molybdates by the United States reached $38.7 million in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 157 countries. One supplier dominates: Chile accounted for 79% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Chile | $30.7M | 79% |
| China | $3.2M | 8.3% |
| Brazil | $1.7M | 4.3% |
| India | $1.6M | 4.2% |
| Canada | $776K | 2% |
| Germany | $229K | 0.6% |
| Belgium | $167K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $165K | 0.4% |
| Poland | $64K | 0.2% |
| Japan | $53K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States molybdates exports (HS 2841.70): 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 2841.70: Salts: molybdates.
Common questions
What is the value of molybdates exported by the United States?
The United States exported molybdates worth $74.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 60 countries worldwide, with 24% of world exports. The value was up 34% on 2023.
Which countries buy molybdates from the United States?
China was the largest buyer with 48% of the value ($36.1 million), followed by the Netherlands (14%) and France (12%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 76 buyer countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 92% on the year.
What is the average export price of molybdates per kg?
The average declared export value was about $26.53 per kg in 2024, 16% above the world average of $22.80 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of molybdates from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $25.5 million in 2017 to $74.6 million in 2024, an increase of 192%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $39.6 million a year.
Does the United States also import molybdates?
Yes. The United States imported $38.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Chile, China and Brazil. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $35.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for molybdates?
The HS code for molybdates is subheading 2841.70. 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 2841 page.
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