Zinc slag (hard spelter) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of zinc slag (hard spelter) by the United States reached $44.3 million in 2024 (21.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 91 countries. Value rose 95% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
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 | $44.3M | 21.3K t |
| 2023 | $22.8M | 11.4K t |
| 2022 | $33.1M | 13.0K t |
| 2021 | $26.9M | 11.9K t |
| 2020 | $17.5M | 10.3K t |
| 2019 | $19.7M | 9.0K t |
| 2018 | $26.3M | 10.1K t |
| 2017 | $24.5M | 10.6K t |
Where the United States exports zinc slag (hard spelter) to
The largest buyer markets were Japan (36%), Malaysia (27%), Belgium (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Japan grew fastest (+826% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $16.1M | 36% |
| Malaysia | $12.1M | 27% |
| Belgium | $4.9M | 11% |
| Thailand | $4.0M | 9.2% |
| Italy | $2.6M | 5.8% |
| Taiwan | $2.1M | 4.8% |
| Norway | $1.3M | 2.9% |
| United Kingdom | $432K | 1% |
| Peru | $281K | 0.6% |
| Sri Lanka | $208K | 0.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.08 per kg, close to the world average of $2.10.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Zinc slag (hard spelter) imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported zinc slag (hard spelter) worth $649 thousand (612 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Japan accounted for 88% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+742% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $573K | 88% |
| Philippines | $49K | 7.6% |
| Brunei | $27K | 4.1% |
| Iceland | $0K | 0% |
| Thailand | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States zinc slag (hard spelter) exports (HS 2620.11): 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 2620.11: Slag, ash and residues: (not from the manufacture of iron or steel), containing mainly zinc, hard zinc spelter.
Common questions
What is the value of zinc slag (hard spelter) exported by the United States?
The United States exported zinc slag (hard spelter) worth $44.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 21.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 91 countries worldwide, with 15% of world exports. The value was up 95% on 2023.
Which countries buy zinc slag (hard spelter) from the United States?
Japan was the largest buyer with 36% of the value ($16.1 million), followed by Malaysia (27%) and Belgium (11%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 18 buyer countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 826% on the year.
What is the average export price of zinc slag (hard spelter) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.08 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $2.10 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of zinc slag (hard spelter) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $24.5 million in 2017 to $44.3 million in 2024, an increase of 80%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $26.9 million a year.
Does the United States also import zinc slag (hard spelter)?
Yes. The United States imported $649 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Japan, the Philippines and Brunei. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $43.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for zinc slag (hard spelter)?
The HS code for zinc slag (hard spelter) is subheading 2620.11. It sits in HS chapter 26 (ores, slag and ash). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2620 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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