Natural magnesium sulfate imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $2.3 million of natural magnesium sulfate in 2024 (8.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 166% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $4.5 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 | $2.3M | 8.9K t |
| 2023 | $859K | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $1.7M | 5.1K t |
| 2021 | $4.4M | 8.7K t |
| 2020 | $1.6M | 3.6K t |
| 2019 | $2.1M | 2.8K t |
| 2018 | $4.5M | 5.5K t |
| 2017 | $4.0M | 9.5K t |
Where the United States imports natural magnesium sulfate from
Germany alone supplied 80% of it. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+354% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.8M | 81% |
| China | $218K | 9.6% |
| India | $128K | 5.6% |
| Italy | $68K | 3% |
| Taiwan | $21K | 0.9% |
| Pakistan | $6K | 0.3% |
| Canada | $3K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.26 per kg, 24% above the world average of $0.21. 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.
Natural magnesium sulfate exports from the United States
Exports of natural magnesium sulfate by the United States reached $526 thousand in 2024 (237 tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 55 countries. The largest buyer markets were Canada (50%), Thailand (4%), Singapore (4%). Among the main buyer markets, Singapore grew fastest (+422% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $262K | 50% |
| Thailand | $23K | 4.4% |
| Singapore | $22K | 4.1% |
| Australia | $21K | 4% |
| Vietnam | $19K | 3.5% |
| Nicaragua | $17K | 3.3% |
| Barbados | $16K | 3% |
| Austria | $12K | 2.2% |
| Brazil | $10K | 1.9% |
| Bermuda | $9K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States natural magnesium sulfate imports (HS 2530.20): 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 2530.20: Kieserite, epsomite (natural magnesium sulphates).
Common questions
What is the value of natural magnesium sulfate imported by the United States?
The United States imported natural magnesium sulfate worth $2.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 123 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 166% on 2023.
Which countries supply natural magnesium sulfate to the United States?
Germany was the largest supplier with 80% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by China (10%) and India (6%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 354% on the year.
What is the average import price of natural magnesium sulfate per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.26 per kg in 2024, 24% above the world average of $0.21 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of natural magnesium sulfate to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.0 million in 2017 to $2.3 million in 2024, a fall of 43%. The peak was 2018 at $4.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.7 million a year.
Does the United States also export natural magnesium sulfate?
Yes. The United States exported $526 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Thailand and Singapore. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $1.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for natural magnesium sulfate?
The HS code for natural magnesium sulfate is subheading 2530.20. It sits in HS chapter 25 (salt; sulphur; earths, stone; plastering materials, lime and cement). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2530 page.
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