Other ferro-alloys imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $55.1 million of other ferro-alloys in 2024 (25.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 133 countries for imports of this product. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $74.7 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 | $55.1M | 25.1K t |
| 2023 | $54.1M | 20.6K t |
| 2022 | $74.7M | 26.2K t |
| 2021 | $46.2M | 22.9K t |
| 2020 | $31.1M | 17.7K t |
| 2019 | $39.4M | 20.4K t |
| 2018 | $39.5M | 21.8K t |
| 2017 | $42.9M | 27.3K t |
Where the United States imports other ferro-alloys from
The largest suppliers were China (43%), Brazil (36%), Argentina (11%). Among the main suppliers, Brazil grew fastest (+44% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $24.0M | 43% |
| Brazil | $19.8M | 36% |
| Argentina | $6.2M | 11% |
| Italy | $1.1M | 2% |
| India | $983K | 1.8% |
| Sweden | $950K | 1.7% |
| United Kingdom | $505K | 0.9% |
| Estonia | $369K | 0.7% |
| Kazakhstan | $287K | 0.5% |
| Spain | $228K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.20 per kg, close to the world average of $2.26.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Other ferro-alloys exports from the United States
The United States exported $27.6 million of other ferro-alloys in 2024 (5.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 78 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were India (45%), Canada (19%), Thailand (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Thailand grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $12.4M | 45% |
| Canada | $5.4M | 20% |
| Thailand | $3.6M | 13% |
| Malaysia | $2.9M | 11% |
| Mexico | $794K | 2.9% |
| Brazil | $613K | 2.2% |
| Netherlands | $307K | 1.1% |
| United Kingdom | $264K | 1% |
| China | $258K | 0.9% |
| Japan | $239K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States other ferro-alloys imports (HS 7202.99): 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 7202.99: Ferro-alloys: n.e.c. in heading no. 7202.
Common questions
What is the value of other ferro-alloys imported by the United States?
The United States imported other ferro-alloys worth $55.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 25.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 133 countries worldwide, with 8% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply other ferro-alloys to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($24.0 million), followed by Brazil (36%) and Argentina (11%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 145% on the year.
What is the average import price of other ferro-alloys per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.20 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $2.26 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of other ferro-alloys to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $42.9 million in 2017 to $55.1 million in 2024, an increase of 28%. The peak was 2022 at $74.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $47.9 million a year.
Does the United States also export other ferro-alloys?
Yes. The United States exported $27.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, Canada and Thailand. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $27.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for other ferro-alloys?
The HS code for other ferro-alloys is subheading 7202.99. 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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