Vanadium oxide and hydroxide imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $53.0 million of vanadium oxide and hydroxide in 2024 (3.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 94 countries. That is 24% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $189.9 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 | $53.0M | 3.9K t |
| 2023 | $69.6M | 3.7K t |
| 2022 | $55.2M | 2.5K t |
| 2021 | $39.6M | 2.2K t |
| 2020 | $30.2M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $104.5M | 3.9K t |
| 2018 | $189.9M | 4.9K t |
| 2017 | $67.6M | 4.0K t |
Where the United States imports vanadium oxide and hydroxide from
South Africa alone supplied 61% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $32.6M | 62% |
| Brazil | $17.9M | 34% |
| Taiwan | $762K | 1.4% |
| Austria | $740K | 1.4% |
| Canada | $403K | 0.8% |
| Germany | $294K | 0.6% |
| China | $203K | 0.4% |
| Australia | $84K | 0.2% |
| South Korea | $30K | 0.1% |
| Japan | $17K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.53 per kg, 29% above the world average of $10.46. 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.
Vanadium oxide and hydroxide exports from the United States
Exports of vanadium oxide and hydroxide by the United States reached $5.5 million in 2024 (567 tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 42 countries. Canada alone took 63% of it. Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+255% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $3.5M | 63% |
| India | $731K | 13% |
| Belgium | $429K | 7.8% |
| Netherlands | $291K | 5.3% |
| Austria | $248K | 4.5% |
| China | $82K | 1.5% |
| Japan | $63K | 1.1% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $38K | 0.7% |
| Australia | $34K | 0.6% |
| Israel | $33K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States vanadium oxide and hydroxide imports (HS 2825.30): 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 2825.30: Vanadium oxides and hydroxides.
Common questions
What is the value of vanadium oxide and hydroxide imported by the United States?
The United States imported vanadium oxide and hydroxide worth $53.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 94 countries worldwide, with 12% of world imports. The value was down 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply vanadium oxide and hydroxide to the United States?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 61% of the value ($32.6 million), followed by Brazil (34%) and Taiwan (1%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 125% on the year.
What is the average import price of vanadium oxide and hydroxide per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.53 per kg in 2024, 29% above the world average of $10.46 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of vanadium oxide and hydroxide to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $67.6 million in 2017 to $53.0 million in 2024, a fall of 22%. The peak was 2018 at $189.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $76.2 million a year.
Does the United States also export vanadium oxide and hydroxide?
Yes. The United States exported $5.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, India and Belgium. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $47.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for vanadium oxide and hydroxide?
The HS code for vanadium oxide and hydroxide is subheading 2825.30. 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 2825 page.
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