Potassium carbonate imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported potassium carbonate worth $44.2 million (17.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 157 countries. That is 28% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average.
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 | $44.2M | 17.2K t |
| 2023 | $34.6M | 13.3K t |
| 2022 | $32.5M | 9.8K t |
| 2021 | $46.5M | 17.6K t |
| 2020 | $41.2M | 23.3K t |
| 2019 | $41.0M | 22.4K t |
| 2018 | $31.2M | 26.3K t |
| 2017 | $20.4M | 21.8K t |
Where the United States imports potassium carbonate from
Ireland alone supplied 53% of it. Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest (+43% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $23.2M | 53% |
| South Korea | $12.2M | 28% |
| Taiwan | $3.7M | 8.5% |
| Germany | $1.8M | 4.2% |
| China | $1.0M | 2.3% |
| United Kingdom | $601K | 1.4% |
| Canada | $414K | 0.9% |
| Hong Kong | $208K | 0.5% |
| France | $166K | 0.4% |
| Czech Republic | $163K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.57 per kg, 102% above the world average of $1.27. 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.
Potassium carbonate exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported potassium carbonate worth $27.5 million (20.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 79 countries. The largest buyer markets were Mexico (37%), Canada (14%), Israel (8%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $10.1M | 37% |
| Canada | $3.8M | 14% |
| Israel | $2.2M | 7.9% |
| France | $1.8M | 6.5% |
| Japan | $1.6M | 5.9% |
| Spain | $1.3M | 4.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $849K | 3.1% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $581K | 2.1% |
| Malaysia | $540K | 2% |
| United Kingdom | $434K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States potassium carbonate imports (HS 2836.40): 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 2836.40: Carbonates: potassium carbonate.
Common questions
What is the value of potassium carbonate imported by the United States?
The United States imported potassium carbonate worth $44.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 17.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 157 countries worldwide, with 11% of world imports. The value was up 28% on 2023.
Which countries supply potassium carbonate to the United States?
Ireland was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($23.2 million), followed by South Korea (28%) and Taiwan (8%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 63% on the year.
What is the average import price of potassium carbonate per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.57 per kg in 2024, 102% above the world average of $1.27 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of potassium carbonate to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $20.4 million in 2017 to $44.2 million in 2024, an increase of 117%. The peak was 2021 at $46.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $36.4 million a year.
Does the United States also export potassium carbonate?
Yes. The United States exported $27.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and Israel. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $16.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for potassium carbonate?
The HS code for potassium carbonate is subheading 2836.40. 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 2836 page.
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