Overview This page contains the latest trade data of Chlorates and Perchlorates. In 2020, Chlorates and Perchlorates were the world's 984th most traded product, with a total trade of $587M. Between 2019 and 2020 the exports of Chlorates and Perchlorates decreased by -9.8%, from $651M to $587M. Trade in Chlorates and Perchlorates represent 0.0035% of total world trade.
Chlorates and Perchlorates are a part of Inorganic chemicals.
Exports In 2020 the top exporters of Chlorates and Perchlorates were Canada ($224M), France ($56.6M), Finland ($51.6M), United States ($47.5M), and China ($41.2M).
Imports In 2020 the top importers of Chlorates and Perchlorates were United States ($192M), Japan ($45.9M), Russia ($22.3M), South Korea ($19.9M), and Belgium ($18M).
Tariffs In 2018 the average tariff for Chlorates and Perchlorates was 4.34%, making it the 954th lowest tariff using the HS4 product classification.
Ranking Chlorates and Perchlorates ranks 757th in the Product Complexity Index (PCI).
Description Chlorates and perchlorates are often used as oxidizing agents in the manufacture of matches, fireworks, and explosives. Bromates and perbromates are often used as oxidizing agents in the manufacture of bleach. Iodates and periodates are often used as oxidizing agents in the manufacture of paper, plastics, and textiles.