Scouring paste exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $31.8 million of scouring paste in 2024 (7.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 109 countries. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $50.8 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 | $31.8M | 7.8K t |
| 2023 | $32.7M | 7.8K t |
| 2022 | $37.0M | 8.9K t |
| 2021 | $36.1M | 9.7K t |
| 2020 | $33.3M | 10.0K t |
| 2019 | $36.1M | 10.6K t |
| 2018 | $50.8M | 13.4K t |
| 2017 | $45.1M | 12.3K t |
Where the United States exports scouring paste to
The largest buyer markets were South Korea (32%), Japan (28%), Canada (17%). Among the main buyer markets, Thailand grew fastest (+139% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $10.2M | 32% |
| Japan | $8.9M | 28% |
| Canada | $5.4M | 17% |
| Singapore | $882K | 2.8% |
| Mexico | $694K | 2.2% |
| Thailand | $692K | 2.2% |
| Australia | $544K | 1.7% |
| United Kingdom | $451K | 1.4% |
| Germany | $392K | 1.2% |
| Malaysia | $310K | 1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.07 per kg, 69% above the world average of $2.41. 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.
Scouring paste imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported scouring paste worth $27.1 million (6.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 201 countries. Most of the value came from South Korea (33%), United Kingdom (31%), Hungary (13%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+63% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $9.0M | 33% |
| United Kingdom | $8.4M | 31% |
| Hungary | $3.6M | 13% |
| Japan | $1.5M | 5.6% |
| China | $790K | 2.9% |
| Italy | $651K | 2.4% |
| Mexico | $518K | 1.9% |
| Netherlands | $464K | 1.7% |
| Thailand | $416K | 1.5% |
| Austria | $374K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States scouring paste exports (HS 3405.40): 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 3405.40: Scouring pastes and powders and other scouring preparations: (whether or not in the form of paper, wadding, felt, nonwovens, cellular plastics, cellular rubber, impregnated, coated or covered).
Common questions
What is the value of scouring paste exported by the United States?
The United States exported scouring paste worth $31.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 109 countries worldwide, with 6% of world exports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries buy scouring paste from the United States?
South Korea was the largest buyer with 32% of the value ($10.2 million), followed by Japan (28%) and Canada (17%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 111 buyer countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 139% on the year.
What is the average export price of scouring paste per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.07 per kg in 2024, 69% above the world average of $2.41 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of scouring paste from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $45.1 million in 2017 to $31.8 million in 2024, a fall of 30%. The peak was 2018 at $50.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $37.9 million a year.
Does the United States also import scouring paste?
Yes. The United States imported $27.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Korea, the United Kingdom and Hungary. That compares with exports of $31.8 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for scouring paste?
The HS code for scouring paste is subheading 3405.40. It sits in HS chapter 34 (soap, organic surface-active agents; washing, lubricating, polishing or scouring preparations; artificial or prepared waxes, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, dental waxes and dental preparations with a basis of plaster). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3405 page.
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