Overview This page contains the latest trade data of Manganese, articles thereof, waste or scrap. In 2023, Manganese, articles thereof, waste or scrap were the world's 1676th most traded product, with a total trade of $1.51B. Between 2022 and 2023 the exports of Manganese, articles thereof, waste or scrap decreased by -34.8%, from $2.32B to $1.51B. Trade in Manganese, articles thereof, waste or scrap represent 0.0067% of total world trade.
Manganese, articles thereof, waste or scrap are a part of Manganese.
Exports In 2023 the top exporters of Manganese, articles thereof, waste or scrap were China ($957M), Indonesia ($139M), United States ($115M), South Africa ($111M), and Netherlands ($69.4M).
Imports In 2023 the top importers of Manganese, articles thereof, waste or scrap were Netherlands ($173M), Japan ($169M), United States ($148M), Germany ($122M), and Mexico ($120M).
Ranking Manganese, articles thereof, waste or scrap ranks 3092nd in the Product Complexity Index (PCI).
Description Manganese is a chemical element used to produce steel and as a catalyst in the production of chlorine and other chemicals. The manganese ore is often mixed with other elements like silica, limestone, and other minerals. Wastes from the process include manganese oxide, which is a by-product of the production of chlorine.