U.S. Exports Of Feldspar, By Country Or Locality

This table presents detailed data on the quantities and free alongside ship (f.a.s.) values of feldspar exported from the United States to various countries and localities for the years 2022 and 2023. Feldspar is an important industrial mineral used primarily in glassmaking, ceramics, and as a filler in paints and plastics. Tracking export volumes and values by destination provides insight into international demand patterns and the economic significance of feldspar trade for the U.S. mineral industry. This information is valuable for policymakers, industry stakeholders, and analysts monitoring trade flows and market dynamics in the mineral sector.

The data reveals a substantial increase in total feldspar exports from 2,560 metric tons valued at $1.01 million in 2022 to 7,190 metric tons valued at $2.26 million in 2023, nearly tripling in quantity and more than doubling in value. Mexico emerged as the dominant export market in 2023, receiving 5,930 metric tons worth $1.75 million, a significant rise from 299 metric tons valued at $110,000 in 2022. Canada, while seeing a decrease in quantity from 1,170 to 790 metric tons, experienced an increase in export value from $286,000 to $336,000, indicating higher prices or a shift in product quality. Notably, several countries such as Argentina, Iceland, Peru, and the United Arab Emirates, which had no recorded exports in 2022, appeared as new destinations in 2023. Conversely, exports to Colombia, China, Costa Rica, India, Malaysia, Norway, Panama, and Spain ceased in 2023. These shifts highlight evolving trade relationships and demand for U.S. feldspar in global markets.