Silver ore exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of silver ore by the United States reached $122.4 million in 2024 (18.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 63 countries. That is 18% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% 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 | $122.4M | 18.7K t |
| 2023 | $149.2M | 41.2K t |
| 2022 | $100.1M | 23.9K t |
| 2021 | $41.7M | 11.4K t |
| 2020 | $92.1M | 24.4K t |
| 2019 | $85.3M | 11.2K t |
| 2018 | $37.5M | 4.6K t |
| 2017 | $39.4M | 20.6K t |
Where the United States exports silver ore to
China alone took 82% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Japan grew fastest (+486% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $100.5M | 82% |
| South Korea | $11.5M | 9.4% |
| Japan | $7.7M | 6.3% |
| South Africa | $2.6M | 2.1% |
| Mexico | $47K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $29K | 0% |
| Hong Kong | $15K | 0% |
| Vietnam | $10K | 0% |
| Barbados | $6K | 0% |
| Ecuador | $6K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.53 per kg, 86% above the world average of $3.51. 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.
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The shipment records behind United States silver ore exports (HS 2616.10): 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 2616.10: Silver ores and concentrates.
Common questions
What is the value of silver ore exported by the United States?
The United States exported silver ore worth $122.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 18.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 63 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries buy silver ore from the United States?
China was the largest buyer with 82% of the value ($100.5 million), followed by South Korea (9%) and Japan (6%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 19 buyer countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 486% on the year.
What is the average export price of silver ore per kg?
The average declared export value was about $6.53 per kg in 2024, 86% above the world average of $3.51 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of silver ore from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $39.4 million in 2017 to $122.4 million in 2024, an increase of 211%. The peak was 2023 at $149.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $83.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for silver ore?
The HS code for silver ore is subheading 2616.10. It sits in HS chapter 26 (ores, slag and ash). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2616 page.
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