Tungsten powder imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of tungsten powder by the United States reached $59.4 million in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 99 countries. Value fell 10% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $92.1 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $59.4M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $66.1M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $92.1M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $48.0M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $60.6M | 1.8K t |
| 2019 | $77.1M | 2.0K t |
| 2018 | $74.9M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $50.5M | 1.4K t |
Where the United States imports tungsten powder from
The largest suppliers were Canada (25%), Israel (23%), China (22%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+126% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $14.8M | 25% |
| Israel | $13.9M | 24% |
| China | $12.9M | 22% |
| South Korea | $9.5M | 16% |
| Austria | $2.1M | 3.6% |
| Japan | $1.2M | 2% |
| Vietnam | $949K | 1.6% |
| India | $883K | 1.5% |
| Czech Republic | $850K | 1.4% |
| United Kingdom | $641K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $44.14 per kg, 26% above the world average of $35.17. 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.
Tungsten powder exports from the United States
The United States exported $38.8 million of tungsten powder in 2024 (887 tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 55 countries for exports of this product. Canada alone took 66% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+263% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $25.5M | 66% |
| Mexico | $2.1M | 5.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.7M | 4.4% |
| India | $1.4M | 3.6% |
| South Africa | $1.1M | 2.8% |
| Brazil | $926K | 2.4% |
| Philippines | $794K | 2.1% |
| Peru | $668K | 1.7% |
| China | $577K | 1.5% |
| Germany | $507K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States tungsten powder imports (HS 8101.10): 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 8101.10: Tungsten (wolfram): articles thereof, including waste and scrap, powders.
Common questions
What is the value of tungsten powder imported by the United States?
The United States imported tungsten powder worth $59.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 99 countries worldwide, with 21% of world imports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply tungsten powder to the United States?
Canada was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($14.8 million), followed by Israel (23%) and China (22%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 126% on the year.
What is the average import price of tungsten powder per kg?
The average declared import value was about $44.14 per kg in 2024, 26% above the world average of $35.17 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of tungsten powder to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $50.5 million in 2017 to $59.4 million in 2024, an increase of 18%. The peak was 2022 at $92.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $66.1 million a year.
Does the United States also export tungsten powder?
Yes. The United States exported $38.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and Saudi Arabia. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $20.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for tungsten powder?
The HS code for tungsten powder is subheading 8101.10. It sits in HS chapter 81 (metals; n.e.c., cermets and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8101 page.
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