Sulfides and polysulfides (other) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported sulfides and polysulfides (other) worth $30.3 million (6.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 69 countries. That is 9% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $45.3 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 | $30.3M | 6.7K t |
| 2023 | $33.3M | 6.7K t |
| 2022 | $31.0M | 5.5K t |
| 2021 | $34.7M | 4.7K t |
| 2020 | $27.0M | 3.0K t |
| 2019 | $33.8M | 6.3K t |
| 2018 | $42.2M | 5.8K t |
| 2017 | $45.3M | 5.5K t |
Where the United States exports sulfides and polysulfides (other) to
The largest buyer markets were Japan (26%), South Korea (20%), Mexico (12%). Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+239% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $8.0M | 26% |
| South Korea | $6.2M | 20% |
| Mexico | $3.6M | 12% |
| Canada | $2.7M | 8.8% |
| Peru | $1.9M | 6.2% |
| Brazil | $1.6M | 5.3% |
| India | $1.2M | 4% |
| United Kingdom | $829K | 2.7% |
| Germany | $641K | 2.1% |
| Israel | $496K | 1.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.55 per kg, 35% below the world average of $7.02, 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.
Sulfides and polysulfides (other) imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported sulfides and polysulfides (other) worth $27.8 million (3.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 134 countries for imports of this product. Most of the value came from Austria (25%), United Kingdom (15%), Germany (14%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+330% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | $6.9M | 25% |
| United Kingdom | $4.3M | 15% |
| Germany | $3.8M | 14% |
| India | $3.8M | 14% |
| China | $2.0M | 7.1% |
| South Korea | $1.8M | 6.3% |
| Japan | $1.3M | 4.6% |
| Italy | $962K | 3.5% |
| France | $742K | 2.7% |
| Bosnia Herzegovina | $724K | 2.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States sulfides and polysulfides (other) exports (HS 2830.90): 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 2830.90: Sulphides and polysulphides: whether or not chemically defined, other than sulphides of sodium.
Common questions
What is the value of sulfides and polysulfides (other) exported by the United States?
The United States exported sulfides and polysulfides (other) worth $30.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 69 countries worldwide, with 7% of world exports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries buy sulfides and polysulfides (other) from the United States?
Japan was the largest buyer with 26% of the value ($8.0 million), followed by South Korea (20%) and Mexico (12%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 67 buyer countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 239% on the year.
What is the average export price of sulfides and polysulfides (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.55 per kg in 2024, 35% below the world average of $7.02 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of sulfides and polysulfides (other) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $45.3 million in 2017 to $30.3 million in 2024, a fall of 33%. The peak was 2017 at $45.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $34.7 million a year.
Does the United States also import sulfides and polysulfides (other)?
Yes. The United States imported $27.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Austria, the United Kingdom and Germany. That compares with exports of $30.3 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for sulfides and polysulfides (other)?
The HS code for sulfides and polysulfides (other) is subheading 2830.90. 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 2830 page.
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