U.S. imports of barium sulfate (HS 283327) totaled $1.7M in April 2026, traded with 8 countries.
Valued for its high density, chemical inertness, and opacity, barium sulfate is widely used as a weighting agent in oil and gas drilling muds, a filler in paints and coatings, and a radiopaque contrast agent in medical imaging — though pharmaceutical-grade material follows a distinct regulatory pathway. All US imports are classified under a single tariff line (2833270000). Germany and Italy are the leading foreign suppliers, with China also a significant source. Importers should be aware that Chinese-origin barium sulfate may be subject to Section 301 tariffs.
Track Barium Sulfate and get alerts when trade data updates
Create a free account to build your watchlist
Industrial-grade barium sulfate is used in drilling fluids, paints, and plastics and classifies under 2833270000. Pharmaceutical-grade material used as a radiographic contrast agent may be subject to FDA oversight and additional admissibility requirements depending on its form and intended use.
Germany and Italy are the top suppliers, followed by China, Japan, and India. Importers sourcing from China should evaluate Section 301 tariff exposure as part of their landed-cost analysis.
Supplier Network
Get discovered by U.S. importers searching for HS 283327 — Barium Sulfate. Be the first supplier listed.
Imports
$1.7M
from 8 countries · YTD: $5.9M
Exports
$174K
Deficit of $1.5M (net importer)
Trade balance: deficit of $1.5M (net importer)
YTD: $5.9M imported (April 2026)
81 shipments/month
Monthly import values over time
URANIUM ENRICHED IN U235 ETC. PLUTONIUM ETC.
HS 284420
NATURAL URANIUM & COMPOUNDS, ALLOYS & CERAMICS ETC
HS 284410
ANHYDROUS AMMONIA
HS 281410
ALLOYS, DISPERSIONS,ISOTOPES & COMPOUNDS NES
HS 284443
ALUMINUM OXIDE, EXCEPT ARTIFICIAL CORUNDUM, NESOI
HS 281820
SULFURIC ACID; OLEUM
HS 280700
Top U.S. entry points for this product, ranked by latest-month import value.