Selenium imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported selenium worth $7.0 million (357 tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 116 countries. Value fell 13% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $18.8 million.
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 | $7.0M | 357 t |
| 2023 | $8.0M | 267 t |
| 2022 | $11.8M | 354 t |
| 2021 | $11.2M | 402 t |
| 2020 | $9.3M | 413 t |
| 2019 | $17.2M | 533 t |
| 2018 | $18.0M | 423 t |
| 2017 | $18.8M | 554 t |
Where the United States imports selenium from
Most of the value came from Philippines (31%), Chile (14%), Germany (11%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+94% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Philippines | $2.2M | 31% |
| Chile | $985K | 14% |
| Germany | $767K | 11% |
| Japan | $508K | 7.3% |
| Poland | $457K | 6.6% |
| Canada | $454K | 6.5% |
| Belgium | $341K | 4.9% |
| Norway | $314K | 4.5% |
| China | $303K | 4.4% |
| Mexico | $268K | 3.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $19.48 per kg, close to the world average of $20.20.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Selenium exports from the United States
Exports of selenium by the United States reached $3.6 million in 2024 (134 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 3%. The largest buyer markets were Hong Kong (49%), Egypt (13%), Mexico (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest (+234% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $1.8M | 49% |
| Egypt | $467K | 13% |
| Mexico | $438K | 12% |
| Brazil | $206K | 5.7% |
| Canada | $155K | 4.3% |
| Indonesia | $127K | 3.5% |
| India | $56K | 1.5% |
| Dominican Republic | $45K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $44K | 1.2% |
| Ecuador | $34K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States selenium imports (HS 2804.90): 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 2804.90: Selenium.
Common questions
What is the value of selenium imported by the United States?
The United States imported selenium worth $7.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 357 tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 116 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply selenium to the United States?
The Philippines was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by Chile (14%) and Germany (11%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 94% on the year.
What is the average import price of selenium per kg?
The average declared import value was about $19.48 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $20.20 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of selenium to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $18.8 million in 2017 to $7.0 million in 2024, a fall of 63%. The peak was 2017 at $18.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.7 million a year.
Does the United States also export selenium?
Yes. The United States exported $3.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Hong Kong, Egypt and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $3.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for selenium?
The HS code for selenium is subheading 2804.90. 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 2804 page.
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