Feb 7, 2026
IndexBox has just published a new report: U.S. – Chlorides (Excluding Ammonium Chloride) – Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights.
The US chlorides (excluding ammonium chloride) market reached 2.3M tons and $2.5B in value in 2024, continuing a nine-year growth trend in consumption. Production was stable at 2.2M tons. Imports, led by Mexico, Canada, and Israel, totaled 305K tons, while exports, primarily to Canada, were 183K tons. The market is forecast to accelerate, reaching 3.5M tons and $4.5B in value by 2035, driven by sustained demand. Key trade dynamics include rising import prices from Germany and strong export price growth to Canada.
Key Findings
Market forecast to grow to 3.5M tons and $4.5B by 2035Consumption grew for the ninth consecutive year, reaching 2.3M tons in 2024Canada is the dominant export destination, receiving 92% of US chlorides exportsImport prices vary widely, from $264/ton for Mexico to $2,649/ton for GermanyProduction slightly contracted in 2024 after an eight-year rising trendMarket Forecast
Driven by increasing demand for chlorides (excluding ammonium chloride) in the United States, the market is expected to continue an upward consumption trend over the next decade. Market performance is forecast to accelerate, expanding with an anticipated CAGR of +4.0% for the period from 2024 to 2035, which is projected to bring the market volume to 3.5M tons by the end of 2035.
In value terms, the market is forecast to increase with an anticipated CAGR of +5.5% for the period from 2024 to 2035, which is projected to bring the market value to $4.5B (in nominal wholesale prices) by the end of 2035.
ConsumptionUnited States’s Consumption of Chlorides (Excluding Ammonium Chloride)
For the ninth year in a row, the United States recorded growth in consumption of chlorides (excluding ammonium chloride), which increased by 0.4% to 2.3M tons in 2024. The total consumption volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.0% over the period from 2013 to 2024; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 5%. Chlorides consumption peaked in 2024 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.
The value of the chlorides market in the United States expanded sharply to $2.5B in 2024, rising by 11% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers’ margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Overall, the total consumption indicated a strong expansion from 2013 to 2024: its value increased at an average annual rate of +6.5% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2024 figures, consumption decreased by -2.8% against 2022 indices. Chlorides consumption peaked at $2.6B in 2022; however, from 2023 to 2024, consumption remained at a lower figure.
ProductionUnited States’s Production of Chlorides (Excluding Ammonium Chloride)
In 2024, production of chlorides (excluding ammonium chloride) decreased by -0.1% to 2.2M tons for the first time since 2015, thus ending a eight-year rising trend. The total output volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.1% from 2013 to 2024; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when the production volume increased by 12% against the previous year. Chlorides production peaked at 2.2M tons in 2023, and then contracted slightly in the following year.
In value terms, chlorides production totaled $2.5B in 2024. Overall, the total production indicated a strong expansion from 2013 to 2024: its value increased at an average annual rate of +6.5% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2024 figures, production decreased by -4.5% against 2022 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 20% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $2.6B in 2022; however, from 2023 to 2024, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.
ImportsUnited States’s Imports of Chlorides (Excluding Ammonium Chloride)
In 2024, approx. 305K tons of chlorides (excluding ammonium chloride) were imported into the United States; with a decrease of -5.1% on the year before. In general, total imports indicated a buoyant expansion from 2013 to 2024: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +6.1% over the last eleven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2024 figures, imports increased by +8.0% against 2022 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 121% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at 376K tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2024, imports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, chlorides imports declined slightly to $210M in 2024. Overall, total imports indicated a notable expansion from 2013 to 2024: its value increased at an average annual rate of +4.8% over the last eleven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when imports increased by 32%. Imports peaked at $219M in 2023, and then reduced in the following year.
Imports By Country
Mexico (105K tons), Canada (62K tons) and Israel (44K tons) were the main suppliers of chlorides imports to the United States, together accounting for 69% of total imports.
From 2013 to 2024, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Canada (with a CAGR of +18.7%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Canada ($35M), China ($29M) and Mexico ($28M) constituted the largest chlorides suppliers to the United States, with a combined 43% share of total imports.
Canada, with a CAGR of +24.4%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Import Prices By Country
In 2024, the average chlorides import price amounted to $688 per ton, approximately equating the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, recorded a slight shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2022 an increase of 44% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $788 per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2024, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($2,649 per ton), while the price for Mexico ($264 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2013 to 2024, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+8.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
ExportsUnited States’s Exports of Chlorides (Excluding Ammonium Chloride)
After four years of growth, overseas shipments of chlorides (excluding ammonium chloride) decreased by -13% to 183K tons in 2024. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a noticeable reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by 41% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at 227K tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2024, the exports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, chlorides exports rose significantly to $235M in 2024. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 37% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $248M in 2022; however, from 2023 to 2024, the exports failed to regain momentum.
Exports By Country
Canada (168K tons) was the main destination for chlorides exports from the United States, accounting for a approx. 92% share of total exports.
From 2013 to 2024, the average annual growth rate of volume to Canada totaled -1.4%.
In value terms, Canada ($68M) also remains the key foreign market for chlorides (excluding ammonium chloride) exports from the United States.
From 2013 to 2024, the average annual growth rate of value to Canada was relatively modest.
Export Prices By Country
In 2024, the average chlorides export price amounted to $1,285 per ton, growing by 22% against the previous year. In general, export price indicated a buoyant increase from 2013 to 2024: its price increased at an average annual rate of +7.9% over the last eleven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2024 figures, chlorides export price decreased by -8.8% against 2022 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when the average export price increased by 71% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $1,409 per ton in 2022; however, from 2023 to 2024, the export prices failed to regain momentum.
As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Canada.
From 2013 to 2024, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Canada amounted to +1.7% per year.
Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform
This report provides a comprehensive view of the chlorides industry in the United States, tracking demand, supply, and trade flows across the national value chain. It explains how demand across key channels and end-use segments shapes consumption patterns, while also mapping the role of input availability, production efficiency, and regulatory standards on supply.
Beyond headline metrics, the study benchmarks prices, margins, and trade routes so you can see where value is created and how it moves between domestic suppliers and international partners. The analysis is designed to support strategic planning, market entry, portfolio prioritization, and risk management in the chlorides landscape in the United States.
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Key findings
Domestic demand is shaped by both household and industrial usage, with trade flows linking local supply to imports and exports.
Pricing dynamics reflect unit values, freight costs, exchange rates, and regulatory shifts that affect sourcing decisions.
Supply depends on input availability and production efficiency, creating a distinct national cost curve.
Market concentration varies by segment, creating different competitive landscapes and entry barriers.
The 2035 outlook highlights where capacity investment and demand growth are most aligned within the country.
Report scope
The report combines market sizing with trade intelligence and price analytics for the United States. It covers both historical performance and the forward outlook to 2035, allowing you to compare cycles, structural shifts, and policy impacts.
Market size and growth in value and volume terms
Consumption structure by end-use segments
Production capacity, output, and cost dynamics
Trade flows, exporters, importers, and balances
Price benchmarks, unit values, and margin signals
Competitive context and market entry conditions
Product coverageProdcom 20133130 – Chlorides (excluding ammonium chloride)Country coverageCountry profile and benchmarks
This report provides a consistent view of market size, trade balance, prices, and per-capita indicators for the United States. The profile highlights demand structure and trade position, enabling benchmarking against regional and global peers.
Methodology
The analysis is built on a multi-source framework that combines official statistics, trade records, company disclosures, and expert validation. Data are standardized, reconciled, and cross-checked to ensure consistency across time series.
International trade data (exports, imports, and mirror statistics)
National production and consumption statistics
Company-level information from financial filings and public releases
Price series and unit value benchmarks
Analyst review, outlier checks, and time-series validation
All data are normalized to a common product definition and mapped to a consistent set of codes. This ensures that comparisons across time are aligned and actionable.
Forecasts to 2035
The forecast horizon extends to 2035 and is based on a structured model that links chlorides demand and supply to macroeconomic indicators, trade patterns, and sector-specific drivers. The model captures both cyclical and structural factors and reflects known policy and technology shifts in the United States.
Historical baseline: 2012-2025
Forecast horizon: 2026-2035
Scenario-based sensitivity to income growth, substitution, and regulation
Capacity and investment outlook for major producing companies
Each projection is built from national historical patterns and the broader regional context, allowing the report to show where growth is concentrated and where risks are elevated.
Price analysis and trade dynamics
Prices are analyzed in detail, including export and import unit values, regional spreads, and changes in trade costs. The report highlights how seasonality, freight rates, exchange rates, and supply disruptions influence pricing and margins.
Price benchmarks by country and sub-region
Export and import unit value trends
Seasonality and calendar effects in trade flows
Price outlook to 2035 under baseline assumptions
Profiles of market participants
Key producers, exporters, and distributors are profiled with a focus on their operational scale, geographic footprint, product mix, and market positioning. This helps identify competitive pressure points, partnership opportunities, and routes to differentiation.
Business focus and production capabilities
Geographic reach and distribution networks
Cost structure and pricing strategy indicators
Compliance, certification, and sustainability context
How to use this report
Quantify domestic demand and identify the most attractive segments
Evaluate export opportunities and prioritize target destinations
Track price dynamics and protect margins
Benchmark performance against leading competitors
Build evidence-based forecasts for investment decisions
This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, wholesalers, investors, and advisors who need a clear, data-driven picture of chlorides dynamics in the United States.
FAQ
What is included in the chlorides market in the United States?
The market size aggregates consumption and trade data, presented in both value and volume terms.
How are the forecasts to 2035 built?
The projections combine historical trends with macroeconomic indicators, trade dynamics, and sector-specific drivers.
Does the report cover prices and margins?
Yes, it includes export and import unit values, regional spreads, and a pricing outlook to 2035.
Which benchmarks are included?
The report benchmarks market size, trade balance, prices, and per-capita indicators for the United States.
Can this report support market entry decisions?
Yes, it highlights demand hotspots, trade routes, pricing trends, and competitive context.