Molybdenum oxide and hydroxide imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported molybdenum oxide and hydroxide worth $148.8 million (4.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 86 countries for imports of this product. That is 26% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $201.8 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 | $148.8M | 4.6K t |
| 2023 | $201.8M | 5.4K t |
| 2022 | $116.8M | 3.9K t |
| 2021 | $95.1M | 3.8K t |
| 2020 | $53.2M | 3.4K t |
| 2019 | $89.0M | 4.3K t |
| 2018 | $70.2M | 3.5K t |
| 2017 | $44.2M | 3.0K t |
Where the United States imports molybdenum oxide and hydroxide from
Chile alone supplied 83% of it. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+55% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Chile | $123.3M | 83% |
| South Korea | $16.2M | 11% |
| Netherlands | $8.3M | 5.6% |
| China | $541K | 0.4% |
| Japan | $490K | 0.3% |
| India | $20K | 0% |
| Germany | $10K | 0% |
| Belgium | $3K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $3K | 0% |
| Thailand | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $32.69 per kg, close to the world average of $28.33.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Molybdenum oxide and hydroxide exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported molybdenum oxide and hydroxide worth $26.6 million (1.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 42 countries. Most of it went to India (48%), Turkey (15%), Canada (13%). Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+61% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $12.9M | 49% |
| Turkey | $4.0M | 15% |
| Canada | $3.4M | 13% |
| China | $1.7M | 6.4% |
| Japan | $1.7M | 6.3% |
| Mexico | $957K | 3.6% |
| Vietnam | $563K | 2.1% |
| Hong Kong | $461K | 1.7% |
| Germany | $391K | 1.5% |
| South Korea | $270K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States molybdenum oxide and hydroxide imports (HS 2825.70): 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 2825.70: Molybdenum oxides and hydroxides.
Common questions
What is the value of molybdenum oxide and hydroxide imported by the United States?
The United States imported molybdenum oxide and hydroxide worth $148.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 86 countries worldwide, with 16% of world imports. The value was down 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply molybdenum oxide and hydroxide to the United States?
Chile was the largest supplier with 83% of the value ($123.3 million), followed by South Korea (11%) and the Netherlands (6%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 294% on the year.
What is the average import price of molybdenum oxide and hydroxide per kg?
The average declared import value was about $32.69 per kg in 2024, 15% above the world average of $28.33 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of molybdenum oxide and hydroxide to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $44.2 million in 2017 to $148.8 million in 2024, an increase of 237%. The peak was 2023 at $201.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $102.4 million a year.
Does the United States also export molybdenum oxide and hydroxide?
Yes. The United States exported $26.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, Turkey and Canada. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $122.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for molybdenum oxide and hydroxide?
The HS code for molybdenum oxide and hydroxide is subheading 2825.70. 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 2825 page.
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