U.S. Exports Of Tungsten Ores And Concentrates, By Country Or Locality

This table presents detailed data on the quantities and values of tungsten ores and concentrates exported from the United States to various countries and localities. It includes both the gross weight and estimated tungsten content of the exports, along with their corresponding monetary values. This information is crucial for understanding the U.S. role in the global tungsten market, which is significant due to tungsten’s critical applications in manufacturing, defense, and technology industries. Tracking export trends helps policymakers and industry stakeholders assess supply chain dynamics, trade balances, and the economic impact of tungsten-related activities.

Analysis of the data reveals a notable decrease in total export volume and value from 2020 to 2021. The total gross weight of exports declined from 931 metric tons to 855 metric tons, while the tungsten content dropped slightly from 480 to 441 metric tons. Correspondingly, the total export value fell sharply from $4.25 million to $2.35 million. Vietnam remained the top destination by quantity, with exports increasing modestly from 674 to 720 metric tons, though the value decreased significantly from $2.03 million to $1.36 million. The Netherlands saw an increase in both quantity and tungsten content, with gross weight rising from 77 to 89 metric tons and tungsten content from 40 to 46 metric tons, but its export value dropped substantially from $1.29 million to $309,000. Russia experienced decreases in both quantity and tungsten content, but its export value increased from $323,000 to $492,000, indicating possible shifts in pricing or product quality. Exports to China, which were zero in 2020, registered small quantities in 2021, reflecting emerging trade activity. Overall, the data suggest a contraction in the U.S. tungsten export market in 2021, with shifting trade patterns among key countries.