Roasted molybdenum ore exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $763.3 million of roasted molybdenum ore in 2024 (34.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 50 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 6% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average.
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 | $763.3M | 34.2K t |
| 2023 | $811.6M | 28.2K t |
| 2022 | $519.2M | 25.0K t |
| 2021 | $571.1M | 34.5K t |
| 2020 | $376.8M | 29.6K t |
| 2019 | $550.0M | 33.9K t |
| 2018 | $410.4M | 25.1K t |
| 2017 | $306.6M | 26.5K t |
Where the United States exports roasted molybdenum ore to
The largest buyer markets were United Kingdom (45%), Japan (18%), Netherlands (17%). Among the main buyer markets, South Korea grew fastest (+40% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $342.9M | 45% |
| Japan | $137.4M | 18% |
| Netherlands | $131.5M | 17% |
| China | $50.7M | 6.7% |
| South Korea | $47.2M | 6.2% |
| India | $18.9M | 2.5% |
| Canada | $17.8M | 2.3% |
| Brazil | $14.0M | 1.8% |
| Taiwan | $1.6M | 0.2% |
| Thailand | $889K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $22.33 per kg, close to the world average of $24.42.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Roasted molybdenum ore imports to the United States
Imports of roasted molybdenum ore by the United States reached $68.1 million in 2024 (2.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Mexico alone supplied 66% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $44.6M | 66% |
| Chile | $23.4M | 34% |
| Italy | $82K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $24K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States roasted molybdenum ore exports (HS 2613.10): 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 2613.10: Molybdenum ores and concentrates: roasted.
Common questions
What is the value of roasted molybdenum ore exported by the United States?
The United States exported roasted molybdenum ore worth $763.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 34.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 50 countries worldwide, with 17% of world exports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries buy roasted molybdenum ore from the United States?
The United Kingdom was the largest buyer with 45% of the value ($342.9 million), followed by Japan (18%) and the Netherlands (17%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 17 buyer countries in total. Brazil grew fastest among the top ten, up 67% on the year.
What is the average export price of roasted molybdenum ore per kg?
The average declared export value was about $22.33 per kg in 2024, 9% below the world average of $24.42 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of roasted molybdenum ore from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $306.6 million in 2017 to $763.3 million in 2024, an increase of 149%. The peak was 2023 at $811.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $538.6 million a year.
Does the United States also import roasted molybdenum ore?
Yes. The United States imported $68.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Mexico, Chile and Italy. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $695.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for roasted molybdenum ore?
The HS code for roasted molybdenum ore is subheading 2613.10. It sits in HS chapter 26 (ores, slag and ash). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2613 page.
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