U.S. Imports Of Crude Iodine And Potassium Iodide For Consumption, By Country Or Locality Of Origin

This table presents detailed data on the quantities and values of crude iodine and potassium iodide imported into the United States, categorized by the country or locality of origin. These imports are critical for various industrial and medical applications, including pharmaceuticals, nutrition, and chemical manufacturing. Tracking this data helps assess the U.S. supply chain's reliance on foreign sources, monitor market trends, and inform policy decisions related to trade and resource security.

In 2023, total imports of crude iodine decreased notably to 2,860 metric tons from 4,270 metric tons in 2022, with a corresponding value decline from $196 million to $176 million. Chile remained the dominant supplier despite a 31% drop in quantity from 3,770 to 2,620 metric tons and a value decrease from $176 million to $162 million. Canada, however, increased its shipments significantly from 7 to 17 metric tons, raising its import value from $132,000 to $237,000. Japan’s imports also fell sharply, from 492 to 225 metric tons, with value dropping from $19.1 million to $13.5 million. For potassium iodide, total imports fell by nearly half, from 467 metric tons valued at $7.82 million in 2022 to 248 metric tons valued at $3.76 million in 2023. Canada remained the largest source, though its imports declined from 276 to 192 metric tons, and Brazil’s imports dropped dramatically from 24 to 4 metric tons. These shifts highlight changing trade dynamics and potential supply challenges in the U.S. iodine market.