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The table titled "U.S. Imports Of Sulfuric Acid (100% H2SO4), By Country Or Locality" provides a detailed overview of the quantities of sulfuric acid imported into the United States, categorized by the country or locality of origin. This data is significant as sulfuric acid is a critical industrial chemical used in various applications, including fertilizer production, mineral processing, and chemical manufacturing. Understanding import trends helps gauge the domestic supply chain, influences pricing, and informs policy decisions related to trade and industry.
The data presented in this table is sourced from the USGS Mineral Yearbook, which compiles comprehensive statistics on mineral commodities. It is important to note that certain figures may be accompanied by footnote notations: "e" indicates that the data is estimated, "p" signifies that the data is preliminary and subject to revision, and "r" denotes that the data has been revised from previously published figures. These notations help users assess the reliability and currentness of the information provided.
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| U.S. IMPORTS OF SULFURIC ACID (100% H2SO4), BY COUNTRY OR LOCALITY1 | |||||||||||
| 2022 | 2023 | ||||||||||
| Quantity | Value2 | Quantity | Value2 | ||||||||
| Country or locality | (metric tons) | (thousands) | (metric tons) | (thousands) | |||||||
| Belguim | 25400 | 4960 | 84 | 17 | |||||||
| Canada | 1820000 | 173000 | 1800000 | 243000 | |||||||
| Finland | 79000 | 15400 | 125000 | 5640 | |||||||
| Germany | 58700 | 4550 | 161000 | 4070 | |||||||
| Italy | -- | -- | 18700 | 227 | |||||||
| Japan | 113000 | 23100 | 144000 | 16400 | |||||||
| Korea, Republic of | 60200 | 11900 | -- | -- | |||||||
| Mexico | 720000 | 140000 | 617000 | 87500 | |||||||
| Netherlands | -- | -- | 10600 | 329 | |||||||
| Poland | 15000 | 2570 | 341 | 59 | |||||||
| Spain | 188000 | 30200 | 326000 | 28800 | |||||||
| Sweden | 66400 | 13800 | 86700 | 4670 | |||||||
| Taiwan | 28000 | 32000 | 18000 | 17400 | |||||||
| Turkey | 38500 | 8280 | -- | -- | |||||||
| United Arab Emirates | 10600 | 2350 | -- | -- | |||||||
| Other | 9540 | 5540 | 7960 | 4760 | |||||||
| Total | 3230000 | 469000 | 3320000 | 413000 | |||||||
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1Table includes data available through August 29, 2024. Data are rounded to no more than three significant digits; may not add to totals shown.
2Declared cost, insurance, and freight paid by shipper valuation.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Source: United States Geological Survey Mineral Resources Program
See also: Sulfur statistics | Mineral commodity prices