Phosphates (other) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of phosphates (other) by the United States reached $28.9 million in 2024 (8.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 177 countries for imports of this product. That is 31% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $28.9M | 8.6K t |
| 2023 | $22.0M | 6.5K t |
| 2022 | $22.2M | 8.0K t |
| 2021 | $19.4M | 8.2K t |
| 2020 | $15.5M | 7.8K t |
| 2019 | $19.5M | 9.7K t |
| 2018 | $22.2M | 9.5K t |
| 2017 | $23.2M | 11.2K t |
Where the United States imports phosphates (other) from
The largest suppliers were China (41%), Germany (20%), France (15%). Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest (+229% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $11.7M | 41% |
| Germany | $5.8M | 20% |
| France | $4.5M | 15% |
| Canada | $1.8M | 6.2% |
| India | $1.3M | 4.7% |
| Belgium | $925K | 3.2% |
| Israel | $710K | 2.5% |
| Thailand | $488K | 1.7% |
| Romania | $301K | 1% |
| Australia | $261K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.35 per kg, 116% above the world average of $1.55. 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.
Phosphates (other) exports from the United States
Exports of phosphates (other) by the United States reached $11.7 million in 2024 (2.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 101 countries. The largest buyer markets were Canada (20%), Mexico (19%), Poland (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 47%. Among the main buyer markets, Ireland grew fastest (+538% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $2.4M | 20% |
| Mexico | $2.2M | 19% |
| Poland | $921K | 7.9% |
| Netherlands | $591K | 5.1% |
| Germany | $582K | 5% |
| United Kingdom | $468K | 4% |
| Ireland | $397K | 3.4% |
| South Korea | $383K | 3.3% |
| Malaysia | $304K | 2.6% |
| Costa Rica | $285K | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States phosphates (other) imports (HS 2835.29): 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 2835.29: Phosphates: (other than of mono- or disodium, other than of potassium or of calcium hydrogenorthophosphate (dicalcium phosphate) and excluding other phosphates of calcium), whether or not chemically defined.
Common questions
What is the value of phosphates (other) imported by the United States?
The United States imported phosphates (other) worth $28.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 177 countries worldwide, with 9% of world imports. The value was up 31% on 2023.
Which countries supply phosphates (other) to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($11.7 million), followed by Germany (20%) and France (15%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 229% on the year.
What is the average import price of phosphates (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.35 per kg in 2024, 116% above the world average of $1.55 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of phosphates (other) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $23.2 million in 2017 to $28.9 million in 2024, an increase of 25%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $21.6 million a year.
Does the United States also export phosphates (other)?
Yes. The United States exported $11.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and Poland. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $17.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for phosphates (other)?
The HS code for phosphates (other) is subheading 2835.29. 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 2835 page.
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