Silver nitrate exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported silver nitrate worth $22.0 million (331 tonnes). It ranks 5th of 65 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 8% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% 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 | $22.0M | 331 t |
| 2023 | $23.9M | 591 t |
| 2022 | $21.1M | 169 t |
| 2021 | $22.6M | 54 t |
| 2020 | $10.8M | 39 t |
| 2019 | $8.7M | 69 t |
| 2018 | $6.8M | 55 t |
| 2017 | $5.4M | 73 t |
Where the United States exports silver nitrate to
One buyer market dominates: Singapore accounted for 58% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest (+81% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | $12.8M | 58% |
| Canada | $4.9M | 22% |
| Mexico | $2.8M | 13% |
| Brazil | $269K | 1.2% |
| United Kingdom | $167K | 0.8% |
| South Korea | $156K | 0.7% |
| Taiwan | $145K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $139K | 0.6% |
| Australia | $53K | 0.2% |
| France | $52K | 0.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $66.37 per kg, 66% below the world average of $195.89, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Silver nitrate imports to the United States
Imports of silver nitrate by the United States reached $1.8 million in 2024 (13 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. France alone supplied 72% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+121% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $1.3M | 72% |
| Belgium | $142K | 7.9% |
| Canada | $98K | 5.4% |
| South Korea | $80K | 4.5% |
| United Kingdom | $69K | 3.9% |
| China | $35K | 1.9% |
| Germany | $33K | 1.8% |
| North Macedonia | $17K | 1% |
| Switzerland | $14K | 0.8% |
| Poland | $7K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States silver nitrate exports (HS 2843.21): 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 2843.21: Silver compounds: silver nitrates.
Common questions
What is the value of silver nitrate exported by the United States?
The United States exported silver nitrate worth $22.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 331 tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 65 countries worldwide, with 7% of world exports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries buy silver nitrate from the United States?
Singapore was the largest buyer with 58% of the value ($12.8 million), followed by Canada (22%) and Mexico (13%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 72 buyer countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 284% on the year.
What is the average export price of silver nitrate per kg?
The average declared export value was about $66.37 per kg in 2024, 66% below the world average of $195.89 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of silver nitrate from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $5.4 million in 2017 to $22.0 million in 2024, an increase of 309%. The peak was 2023 at $23.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.2 million a year.
Does the United States also import silver nitrate?
Yes. The United States imported $1.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from France, Belgium and Canada. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $20.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for silver nitrate?
The HS code for silver nitrate is subheading 2843.21. 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 2843 page.
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