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U.S. Exports Of Aluminum Oxide, Boron Carbide, Silicon Carbide, And Metallic Abrasives, By Country Or Locality And Type

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This table presents detailed statistics on the exports of aluminum oxide, boron carbide, silicon carbide, and metallic abrasives from the United States, categorized by country or locality and type. These materials are essential in various industrial applications, including manufacturing, construction, and electronics. Understanding export trends for these minerals is crucial for assessing the economic impact on domestic industries, trade balances, and the overall health of the mineral market. The data can also inform policymakers and businesses about international demand and competitive positioning in the global market.

The information provided in this table is sourced from the USGS Mineral Yearbook, which compiles annual mineral production and trade data. It is important to note that some figures may be subject to change, as indicated by footnote notations: "e" denotes estimated values, "p" signifies preliminary data, and "r" indicates revised figures. These notations help users interpret the reliability and accuracy of the data presented, ensuring informed decision-making based on the most current information available.

TABLE 5
U.S. EXPORTS OF ALUMINUM OXIDE, BORON CARBIDE, SILICON CARBIDE,
AND METALLIC ABRASIVES, BY COUNTRY OR LOCALITY AND TYPE1
20232024
QuantityValue2QuantityValue2
Country or Locality(metric tons)(thousands)(metric tons)(thousands)
Aluminum oxide, crude:
Brazil54029603331290
Canada3040r5630r29005110
China1601250863320
Germany 44658202914160
India18817801581420
Japan27036401972960
Korea, Republic of3033521222
Mexico3960859042008730
Slovenia143445217
United Kingdom338472137105
Other456r23008134100
Total9570r32800919031400
Silicon carbide:
Crude:
Germany192253484670
Japan127703105130
Mexico948151018602640
Norway1320158013401620
United Kingdom8401010565713
Other341210532310
Total3460625044108080
Ground and refined:
Canada5770902044906400
Germany10745201745170
Japan18249901715380
Mexico34911103101020
Netherlands1831128
Poland2533----
Other210r13301271120
Total666021000527019100
Boron carbide:
Brazil582----
Czechia----11183
Germany4953114
India26457140
Mexico31304152
Netherlands420----
United Kingdom46610314
Other1r58r194
Total4890730898
Metallic abrasives:
Canada69108330r46805800
China275539239580
Colombia274305252277
Germany55720905622630
Malaysia5514663300
Mexico15200220001230018300
Peru1621981992
United Kingdom4231046221
Other666r2650r6994130
Total24100365001930035400

rRevised. -- Zero.

1Table includes data available through May 13, 2025. Data are rounded to no more than three significant digits; may not add to totals shown.

2Free alongside ship value.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau.


Source: United States Geological Survey Mineral Resources Program

See also: Abrasives, Manufactured statistics | Mineral commodity prices


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