Sodium dichromate exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $5.9 million of sodium dichromate in 2024 (3.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 41 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 22% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $16.4 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 | $5.9M | 3.3K t |
| 2023 | $7.6M | 3.7K t |
| 2022 | $13.6M | 7.3K t |
| 2021 | $11.6M | 7.6K t |
| 2020 | $9.3M | 5.4K t |
| 2019 | $13.8M | 7.5K t |
| 2018 | $13.3M | 8.3K t |
| 2017 | $16.4M | 10.1K t |
Where the United States exports sodium dichromate to
One buyer market dominates: Japan accounted for 66% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Malaysia grew fastest (+374% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $3.9M | 66% |
| Colombia | $451K | 7.6% |
| South Korea | $362K | 6.1% |
| Thailand | $343K | 5.8% |
| Malaysia | $235K | 4% |
| Peru | $187K | 3.2% |
| Uruguay | $149K | 2.5% |
| Indonesia | $107K | 1.8% |
| Turkey | $98K | 1.7% |
| Singapore | $24K | 0.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.81 per kg, close to the world average of $1.60.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Sodium dichromate imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported sodium dichromate worth $2.8 million (1.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 71% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+256% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.0M | 71% |
| India | $780K | 28% |
| Turkey | $34K | 1.2% |
| Belgium | $5K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $3K | 0.1% |
| Brazil | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States sodium dichromate exports (HS 2841.30): 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 2841.30: Salts: sodium dichromate.
Common questions
What is the value of sodium dichromate exported by the United States?
The United States exported sodium dichromate worth $5.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 41 countries worldwide, with 5% of world exports. The value was down 22% on 2023.
Which countries buy sodium dichromate from the United States?
Japan was the largest buyer with 66% of the value ($3.9 million), followed by Colombia (8%) and South Korea (6%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 33 buyer countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 383% on the year.
What is the average export price of sodium dichromate per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.81 per kg in 2024, 13% above the world average of $1.60 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of sodium dichromate from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $16.4 million in 2017 to $5.9 million in 2024, a fall of 64%. The peak was 2017 at $16.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.4 million a year.
Does the United States also import sodium dichromate?
Yes. The United States imported $2.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Africa, India and Turkey. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for sodium dichromate?
The HS code for sodium dichromate is subheading 2841.30. 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 2841 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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