In 2023, an estimated 160,000 metric tons of ferrosilicon and 80,000 metric tons of silicon metal were imported by the United States. Silicon alloys and metals are important in various industries. Ferrosilicon is commonly used in ferrous foundries and steel industries. Silicon metal is often used for aluminum, aluminum alloys, and the chemical industry.
Imports of silicon to the United States from 2016 to 2023, by type
(in 1,000 metric tons)
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Imports for consumption. Ferrosilicon grades: including the two standard grades of ferrosilicon 50 percent and 75 percent silicon plus miscellaneous silicon alloys.
Silicon metal: metallurgical-grade silicon metal.
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US Geological Survey. (January 29, 2024). Imports of silicon to the United States from 2016 to 2023, by type (in 1,000 metric tons) [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved January 01, 2025, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/301540/us-silicon-for-consumption-imports-by-type/
US Geological Survey. "Imports of silicon to the United States from 2016 to 2023, by type (in 1,000 metric tons)." Chart. January 29, 2024. Statista. Accessed January 01, 2025. https://www.statista.com/statistics/301540/us-silicon-for-consumption-imports-by-type/
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