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Global Rhodium Market 2026: world trade, top exporters and key figures

World exports of rhodium (HS 711039) reached $597.4 million in 2024, 185% more than in 2019. South Africa was the largest exporter with 94% of the world total, and the United States was the largest buyer.

+185% since 2019

World exports were 185% higher in 2024 than in 2019 ($209.4 million), calculated from the annual totals

94% of world exports

South Africa was the largest exporter in 2024, with 94% of world exports ($563.9 million)

97% of world exports

The three largest exporters, South Africa, the United Kingdom and Germany

What this market covers

Rhodium in semi manufactured forms.

Typical segments

  • Rhodium sheet
  • Rhodium wire
  • Rhodium rod
  • Rhodium plate
ChartWorld exports of HS 711039, USD million
World exports of HS 711039, USD million05001,0001,5002,0002017: 124 USD million12420172018: 107 USD million20182019: 209 USD million20192020: 651 USD million20202021: 1,609 USD million20212022: 699 USD million20222023: 391 USD million20232024: 597 USD million5972024

Why this market is moving now

  • World trade grew 185% from 2019 to 2024, a direct read on cross-border demand.

Key figures

Global figures for this market, with the year each one describes. Use Cite to copy a reference to this page.

FigureValueYearCite
World exports of rhodium (HS 711039) were worth $597.4 million in 2024.597.4 USD million2024
World exports were 185% higher in 2024 than in 2019 ($209.4 million), calculated from the annual totals.+185 % since 20192024
South Africa was the largest exporter in 2024, with 94% of world exports ($563.9 million).94 % of world exports2024
The three largest exporters, South Africa, the United Kingdom and Germany, shipped 97% of world exports in 2024.97 % of world exports2024
The United States was the largest importer in 2024, buying $335.5 million, or 56% of world imports.56 % of world imports2024
9 countries exported more than $1 million of this product in 2024.9 countries2024
The average world export price was about $85,347.60 per kilogram in 2024, calculated from value and weight.85,347.60 USD per kg2024
Countries exported 7 tonnes of this product in 2024.7 tonnes2024

Calculated figures (shares, changes and prices per kilogram) are plain arithmetic on the reported values. Read how we work.

Buyers and suppliers

Who buys

  • Catalyst makers
  • Jewellery makers
  • Glass fibre producers

Largest exporting countries, 2024

  1. South Africa563.9 USD million
  2. United Kingdom7.3 USD million
  3. Germany5.6 USD million
  4. United States5.5 USD million
  5. Italy4.2 USD million
  6. Belgium2.1 USD million
  7. France1.9 USD million
  8. Poland1.8 USD million
  9. South Korea1.8 USD million
  10. Japan0.9 USD million

Largest importing countries, 2024

  1. United States335.5 USD million
  2. United Kingdom95.8 USD million
  3. Germany79.6 USD million
  4. Japan60.6 USD million
  5. Canada9.3 USD million
  6. Italy3.2 USD million
  7. France3.0 USD million
  8. Morocco0.8 USD million
  9. Vietnam0.7 USD million
  10. China0.7 USD million

What the full report covers

  1. 01Executive summary
    The answer in one page: size, direction and what moves it
  2. 02Market definition and scope
    What is in and out of the global market
  3. 03Global market size, 2021 to 2025
    Historical series and growth rates
  4. 04Countries and regions
    Demand, supply and trade by country and region
  5. 05Outlook to 2031
    Base, low and high scenarios with stated assumptions
  6. 06Rules, policy and deadlines
    Regulation and programmes that change demand
  7. 07Drivers and barriers
    What accelerates or slows adoption, by customer segment
  8. 08Prices, costs and margins
    Unit economics where public data allows
  9. 09Competitive landscape
    8 to 12 company profiles with recent moves
  10. 10Opportunities and risks
    For new entrants, suppliers and investors
  11. 11Method and assumptions
    How every figure was built

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Frequently asked questions

How big is the global rhodium market?

There is no single official market total. World exports of HS 711039 reached $597.4 million in 2024, a direct measure of cross-border trade.

Which countries export the most rhodium?

South Africa led world exports in 2024 with 94% of the total, followed by the United Kingdom, Germany and the United States.

Which countries import the most rhodium?

The United States was the largest importer in 2024, followed by the United Kingdom, Germany and Japan.

Is world trade in rhodium growing?

World exports were 185% higher in 2024 than in 2019.

What is the average export price of rhodium?

Dividing world export value by weight gives about $85,347.60 per kilogram in 2024.

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