Vitrifiable enamels and glazes exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of vitrifiable enamels and glazes by the United States reached $46.3 million in 2024 (23.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 95 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 9% 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 | $46.3M | 23.0K t |
| 2023 | $42.6M | 15.8K t |
| 2022 | $45.3M | 16.7K t |
| 2021 | $47.2M | 17.1K t |
| 2020 | $41.9M | 14.5K t |
| 2019 | $46.4M | 11.4K t |
| 2018 | $43.2M | 10.0K t |
| 2017 | $41.0M | 9.7K t |
Where the United States exports vitrifiable enamels and glazes to
Most of it went to Mexico (30%), Canada (15%), Austria (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+189% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $13.7M | 30% |
| Canada | $6.9M | 15% |
| Austria | $3.1M | 6.7% |
| Germany | $2.9M | 6.2% |
| Brazil | $2.6M | 5.5% |
| United Kingdom | $2.0M | 4.4% |
| Netherlands | $2.0M | 4.3% |
| China | $1.3M | 2.9% |
| Belgium | $1.2M | 2.6% |
| Hong Kong | $1.1M | 2.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.01 per kg, 103% above the world average of $0.99. 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.
Vitrifiable enamels and glazes imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported vitrifiable enamels and glazes worth $45.5 million (22.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 169 countries for imports of this product. Mexico alone supplied 77% of it. Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+104% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $34.9M | 77% |
| Spain | $2.7M | 5.9% |
| Germany | $2.1M | 4.7% |
| Italy | $1.8M | 3.9% |
| Canada | $1.1M | 2.5% |
| Switzerland | $866K | 1.9% |
| China | $530K | 1.2% |
| Indonesia | $473K | 1% |
| Austria | $359K | 0.8% |
| Netherlands | $148K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States vitrifiable enamels and glazes exports (HS 3207.20): 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 3207.20: Enamels and glazes: vitrifiable enamels and glazes, engobes (slips) and similar preparations.
Common questions
What is the value of vitrifiable enamels and glazes exported by the United States?
The United States exported vitrifiable enamels and glazes worth $46.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 23.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 95 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries buy vitrifiable enamels and glazes from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 30% of the value ($13.7 million), followed by Canada (15%) and Austria (7%). The top three together account for 51%, out of 92 buyer countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 189% on the year.
What is the average export price of vitrifiable enamels and glazes per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.01 per kg in 2024, 103% above the world average of $0.99 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of vitrifiable enamels and glazes from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $41.0 million in 2017 to $46.3 million in 2024, an increase of 13%. The peak was 2021 at $47.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $44.2 million a year.
Does the United States also import vitrifiable enamels and glazes?
Yes. The United States imported $45.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Mexico, Spain and Germany. That compares with exports of $46.3 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for vitrifiable enamels and glazes?
The HS code for vitrifiable enamels and glazes is subheading 3207.20. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3207 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United States. Tell us your product to see it live.
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