Potassium hydroxide exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported potassium hydroxide worth $105.2 million (133.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 93 countries. That is 9% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $186.3 million.
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 | $105.2M | 133.5K t |
| 2023 | $115.8M | 106.7K t |
| 2022 | $186.3M | 136.3K t |
| 2021 | $86.3M | 116.1K t |
| 2020 | $82.5M | 106.7K t |
| 2019 | $85.1M | 122.6K t |
| 2018 | $91.1M | 136.7K t |
| 2017 | $58.1M | 81.7K t |
Where the United States exports potassium hydroxide to
The largest buyer markets were Canada (27%), Mexico (14%), Belgium (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Singapore grew fastest (+50% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $28.1M | 27% |
| Mexico | $15.0M | 14% |
| Belgium | $14.1M | 13% |
| Japan | $6.2M | 5.9% |
| Singapore | $5.6M | 5.3% |
| Senegal | $4.3M | 4.1% |
| Spain | $3.7M | 3.6% |
| Netherlands | $3.3M | 3.2% |
| Norway | $3.1M | 2.9% |
| Germany | $2.5M | 2.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.79 per kg, close to the world average of $0.78.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Potassium hydroxide imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported potassium hydroxide worth $40.0 million (46.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 179 countries. The largest suppliers were South Korea (35%), Belgium (30%), Jordan (10%). Among the main suppliers, Taiwan grew fastest (+119% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $13.8M | 35% |
| Belgium | $11.9M | 30% |
| Jordan | $4.0M | 10% |
| Japan | $3.6M | 9% |
| France | $1.9M | 4.8% |
| China | $1.3M | 3.4% |
| Mexico | $1.0M | 2.6% |
| Taiwan | $771K | 1.9% |
| Germany | $444K | 1.1% |
| Hong Kong | $248K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States potassium hydroxide exports (HS 2815.20): 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 2815.20: Potassium hydroxide (caustic potash).
Common questions
What is the value of potassium hydroxide exported by the United States?
The United States exported potassium hydroxide worth $105.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 133.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 93 countries worldwide, with 13% of world exports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries buy potassium hydroxide from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 27% of the value ($28.1 million), followed by Mexico (14%) and Belgium (13%). The top three together account for 54%, out of 94 buyer countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 50% on the year.
What is the average export price of potassium hydroxide per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.79 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $0.78 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of potassium hydroxide from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $58.1 million in 2017 to $105.2 million in 2024, an increase of 81%. The peak was 2022 at $186.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $101.3 million a year.
Does the United States also import potassium hydroxide?
Yes. The United States imported $40.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Korea, Belgium and Jordan. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $65.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for potassium hydroxide?
The HS code for potassium hydroxide is subheading 2815.20. 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 2815 page.
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