Tantalum capacitors exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $281.4 million of tantalum capacitors in 2024 (299 tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 96 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 24% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $281.4M | 299 t |
| 2023 | $226.8M | 282 t |
| 2022 | $231.8M | 295 t |
| 2021 | $260.7M | 369 t |
| 2020 | $232.8M | 341 t |
| 2019 | $184.8M | 332 t |
| 2018 | $282.3M | 555 t |
| 2017 | $266.0M | 769 t |
Where the United States exports tantalum capacitors to
Most of it went to Switzerland (16%), Hong Kong (14%), Ireland (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 41%. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+552% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $44.4M | 16% |
| Hong Kong | $39.6M | 14% |
| Ireland | $31.1M | 11% |
| Mexico | $30.4M | 11% |
| China | $28.0M | 10% |
| Malaysia | $21.6M | 7.7% |
| Germany | $20.4M | 7.3% |
| Czech Republic | $9.9M | 3.5% |
| Israel | $9.0M | 3.2% |
| Singapore | $5.7M | 2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $939.88 per kg, 150% above the world average of $375.21. 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.
Tantalum capacitors imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported tantalum capacitors worth $136.1 million (630 tonnes). It ranks 4th of 137 countries for imports of this product. Most of the value came from Israel (33%), Mexico (18%), El Salvador (13%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+79% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | $45.5M | 33% |
| Mexico | $24.9M | 18% |
| El Salvador | $17.7M | 13% |
| Czech Republic | $15.6M | 12% |
| China | $11.1M | 8.1% |
| Hong Kong | $6.0M | 4.4% |
| Japan | $5.0M | 3.7% |
| Indonesia | $2.2M | 1.6% |
| Taiwan | $1.9M | 1.4% |
| India | $874K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States tantalum capacitors exports (HS 8532.21): 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 8532.21: Electrical capacitors: fixed, tantalum.
Common questions
What is the value of tantalum capacitors exported by the United States?
The United States exported tantalum capacitors worth $281.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 299 tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 96 countries worldwide, with 15% of world exports. The value was up 24% on 2023.
Which countries buy tantalum capacitors from the United States?
Switzerland was the largest buyer with 16% of the value ($44.4 million), followed by Hong Kong (14%) and Ireland (11%). The top three together account for 41%, out of 97 buyer countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 552% on the year.
What is the average export price of tantalum capacitors per kg?
The average declared export value was about $939.88 per kg in 2024, 150% above the world average of $375.21 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of tantalum capacitors from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $266.0 million in 2017 to $281.4 million in 2024, an increase of 6%. The peak was 2018 at $282.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $245.8 million a year.
Does the United States also import tantalum capacitors?
Yes. The United States imported $136.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Israel, Mexico and El Salvador. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $145.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for tantalum capacitors?
The HS code for tantalum capacitors is subheading 8532.21. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8532 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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