Plaster board (other) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of plaster board (other) by the United States reached $87.5 million in 2024 (138.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 114 countries. That is 13% less 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 .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $87.5M | 138.0K t |
| 2023 | $100.6M | 149.6K t |
| 2022 | $94.7M | 154.8K t |
| 2021 | $79.0M | 150.0K t |
| 2020 | $58.9M | 125.5K t |
| 2019 | $69.0M | 141.4K t |
| 2018 | $71.7M | 141.7K t |
| 2017 | $66.3M | 134.3K t |
Where the United States exports plaster board (other) to
Canada alone took 64% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $55.8M | 64% |
| Mexico | $7.1M | 8.2% |
| El Salvador | $3.9M | 4.5% |
| Costa Rica | $2.7M | 3.1% |
| Dominican Republic | $2.6M | 3% |
| Bahamas | $1.8M | 2.1% |
| Germany | $1.6M | 1.8% |
| Panama | $1.5M | 1.8% |
| Israel | $1.3M | 1.5% |
| Honduras | $864K | 1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.63 per kg, 47% above the world average of $0.43. 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.
Plaster board (other) imports to the United States
Imports of plaster board (other) by the United States reached $11.8 million in 2024 (19.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Canada alone supplied 73% of it. Among the main suppliers, Mexico grew fastest (+103% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $8.6M | 73% |
| China | $855K | 7.2% |
| Mexico | $809K | 6.8% |
| India | $398K | 3.4% |
| Germany | $189K | 1.6% |
| Spain | $176K | 1.5% |
| Thailand | $175K | 1.5% |
| Italy | $157K | 1.3% |
| Colombia | $129K | 1.1% |
| Denmark | $57K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States plaster board (other) exports (HS 6809.19): 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 6809.19: Plaster, or plaster compositions: boards, sheets, panels, tiles and similar articles, (other than faced or reinforced with paper or paperboard only), not ornamented.
Common questions
What is the value of plaster board (other) exported by the United States?
The United States exported plaster board (other) worth $87.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 138.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 114 countries worldwide, with 13% of world exports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries buy plaster board (other) from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 64% of the value ($55.8 million), followed by Mexico (8%) and El Salvador (4%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 83 buyer countries in total. Honduras grew fastest among the top ten, up 66% on the year.
What is the average export price of plaster board (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.63 per kg in 2024, 47% above the world average of $0.43 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of plaster board (other) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $66.3 million in 2017 to $87.5 million in 2024, an increase of 32%. The peak was 2023 at $100.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $78.5 million a year.
Does the United States also import plaster board (other)?
Yes. The United States imported $11.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada, China and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $75.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for plaster board (other)?
The HS code for plaster board (other) is subheading 6809.19. It sits in HS chapter 68 (stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6809 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United States. Tell us your product to see it live.
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