Overview This page contains the latest trade data of Manganese, articles thereof, waste or scrap. In 2022, Manganese, articles thereof, waste or scrap were the world's 1439th most traded product, with a total trade of $2.1B. Between 2021 and 2022 the exports of Manganese, articles thereof, waste or scrap grew by 18.4%, from $1.77B to $2.1B. Trade in Manganese, articles thereof, waste or scrap represent 0.0089% of total world trade.
Manganese, articles thereof, waste or scrap are a part of Manganese.
Exports In 2022 the top exporters of Manganese, articles thereof, waste or scrap were China ($1.39B), Indonesia ($194M), South Africa ($140M), Netherlands ($129M), and Germany ($34.9M).
Imports In 2022 the top importers of Manganese, articles thereof, waste or scrap were Japan ($258M), Russia ($234M), South Korea ($228M), Netherlands ($217M), and United States ($191M).
Ranking Manganese, articles thereof, waste or scrap ranks 3888th 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.