U.S. Exports Of Salt, By Customs District

This table presents detailed data on the quantity and value of salt exported from the United States, categorized by customs district for the years 2022 and 2023. Tracking exports by customs district provides insight into regional trade activity and logistics hubs, which is crucial for understanding the distribution and economic impact of salt exports. Salt is a vital industrial mineral used in chemical manufacturing, food processing, water treatment, and de-icing, making these export figures significant for assessing market demand, supply chain dynamics, and the overall health of related industries.

Analysis of the data reveals a substantial increase in total salt exports from 886 thousand metric tons valued at $184 million in 2022 to 2,260 thousand metric tons valued at $235 million in 2023. Notably, the Cleveland, OH district more than doubled its export quantity from 333 to 654 thousand metric tons, with value rising from $17 million to $24.3 million. Detroit, MI also showed a remarkable surge, increasing exports from 57 to 668 thousand metric tons and value from $20.4 million to $48.7 million. Buffalo, NY and Ogdensburg, NY districts similarly experienced significant growth in both quantity and value. Conversely, some districts such as Baltimore, MD and Norfolk, VA saw declines in export quantities and values. The “Other” category, representing various smaller or unidentified districts, also increased markedly, indicating a broader expansion in salt export activity across multiple points of departure. These trends suggest a robust growth in U.S. salt exports in 2023, driven by key regional hubs.