Supported catalysts (other metals) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of supported catalysts (other metals) by the United States reached $1.48 billion in 2024 (108.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 101 countries for exports of this product. That is 8% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $1.85 billion.
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 | $1.48B | 108.9K t |
| 2023 | $1.61B | 144.1K t |
| 2022 | $1.59B | 141.3K t |
| 2021 | $1.39B | 139.6K t |
| 2020 | $1.51B | 148.0K t |
| 2019 | $1.85B | 180.7K t |
| 2018 | $1.78B | 190.2K t |
| 2017 | $1.50B | 163.0K t |
Where the United States exports supported catalysts (other metals) to
Most of it went to China (14%), Canada (11%), South Korea (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 34%.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $204.1M | 14% |
| Canada | $167.7M | 11% |
| South Korea | $135.5M | 9.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $118.2M | 8% |
| Singapore | $98.4M | 6.7% |
| India | $88.5M | 6% |
| Kuwait | $82.2M | 5.6% |
| Mexico | $55.2M | 3.7% |
| Japan | $39.9M | 2.7% |
| Taiwan | $39.1M | 2.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.56 per kg, close to the world average of $14.40.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Supported catalysts (other metals) imports to the United States
The United States imported $397.7 million of supported catalysts (other metals) in 2024 (30.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 163 countries. Most of the value came from Japan (17%), China (13%), Italy (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 43%. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+92% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $67.4M | 17% |
| China | $52.7M | 13% |
| Italy | $51.7M | 13% |
| Germany | $46.6M | 12% |
| Netherlands | $41.3M | 10% |
| Canada | $25.2M | 6.4% |
| Belgium | $20.5M | 5.2% |
| France | $17.3M | 4.4% |
| Poland | $16.8M | 4.2% |
| United Kingdom | $12.8M | 3.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States supported catalysts (other metals) exports (HS 3815.19): 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 3815.19: Catalysts, supported: reaction initiators, reaction accelerators and catalytic preparations, with an active substance other than nickel or precious metals or their compounds, n.e.c. or included.
Common questions
What is the value of supported catalysts (other metals) exported by the United States?
The United States exported supported catalysts (other metals) worth $1.48 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 108.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 101 countries worldwide, with 28% of world exports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries buy supported catalysts (other metals) from the United States?
China was the largest buyer with 14% of the value ($204.1 million), followed by Canada (11%) and South Korea (9%). The top three together account for 34%, out of 103 buyer countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 12% on the year.
What is the average export price of supported catalysts (other metals) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $13.56 per kg in 2024, 6% below the world average of $14.40 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of supported catalysts (other metals) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.50 billion in 2017 to $1.48 billion in 2024, a fall of 2%. The peak was 2019 at $1.85 billion. Over 8 years the average was $1.59 billion a year.
Does the United States also import supported catalysts (other metals)?
Yes. The United States imported $397.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Japan, China and Italy. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.08 billion a year.
What is the HS code for supported catalysts (other metals)?
The HS code for supported catalysts (other metals) is subheading 3815.19. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3815 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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