U.S. Imports For Consumption Of Ferrotungsten And Ferrosilicon Tungsten, By Country Or Locality

This table provides detailed information on the quantities and values of ferrotungsten and ferrosilicon tungsten imported into the United States, broken down by country or locality. These materials are critical alloying agents used primarily in steel manufacturing to enhance hardness, strength, and resistance to corrosion and wear. Tracking import data helps assess supply chain dynamics, market trends, and potential vulnerabilities in the domestic availability of these strategic minerals, which are essential for various industrial applications including automotive, aerospace, and defense sectors.

Analysis of the data reveals a decline in total tungsten content imported, dropping from 38 metric tons in 2020 to 26 metric tons in 2021, accompanied by a decrease in total import value from $1.08 million to $862,000. Notably, Austria emerged as a new supplier in 2021, contributing 16 metric tons valued at $503,000, whereas traditional sources such as the Republic of Korea and Ukraine ceased exports to the U.S. during this period. Russia’s exports sharply declined from 19 to 3 metric tons, with a corresponding value drop from $527,000 to $73,000. Conversely, Vietnam entered the market in 2021, supplying 8 metric tons valued at $286,000. These shifts suggest a reconfiguration of supply sources, possibly influenced by geopolitical factors and changing trade relationships.