How much feldspar does India produce and export?
India is the largest producer of feldspar: 6 million tonnes in 2025, 19% of the world's 31 million tonnes (USGS MCS). It is the 3rd largest exporter by value: $68.8 million in 2024, 10% of world exports of feldspar (HS 252910) (CEPII BACI). Its biggest customer is China, which takes 20% of its feldspar exports by value.
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India's feldspar production
| World rank | Production (tonnes) | Share of world | Ten-year growth | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6 million tonnes | 19% | — | 2025 |
USGS Mineral Commodity Summaries, MCS 2026.
India's feldspar exports
| World rank | Export value | Share of world exports | Quantity (tonnes) | Average value per tonne | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | $68.8 million | 10% | 909,188 t | $76 | 2024 |
CEPII BACI international trade database (HS22, V202601), HS 252910 (Feldspar).
Where India's feldspar goes
| Destination | Value | Share of India's exports |
|---|---|---|
| China | $14M | 20% |
| Bangladesh | $13M | 18% |
| Vietnam | $12M | 17% |
| Indonesia | $7M | 11% |
| United Arab Emirates | $6M | 9.3% |
India as a buyer of feldspar
India imported $91.5 million of feldspar (HS 252910) in 2024, 13% of world imports, ranked #3. Largest sources: South Africa (98%), Thailand (0.8%), China (0.4%), Turkey (Türkiye) (0.3%), Malaysia (0.1%).
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