Albumin trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in albumin was worth $3.48 billion in 2024, about 415.2 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 110% since 2017, and up 15% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3.48B | 415.2K t |
| 2023 | $3.03B | 394.2K t |
| 2022 | $3.57B | 375.0K t |
| 2021 | $2.62B | 387.5K t |
| 2020 | $1.93B | 325.2K t |
| 2019 | $1.84B | 299.1K t |
| 2018 | $1.65B | 287.7K t |
| 2017 | $1.66B | 271.1K t |
Top albumin exporting countries
Exports are led by the United States (24%), Germany (15%) and the Netherlands (11%). 94 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 50%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $832.1M | 24% |
| Germany | $507.9M | 15% |
| Netherlands | $393.9M | 11% |
| New Zealand | $283.9M | 8.2% |
| Denmark | $258.8M | 7.4% |
| Poland | $234.1M | 6.7% |
| United Kingdom | $224.6M | 6.5% |
| France | $138.4M | 4% |
| Italy | $124.8M | 3.6% |
| Australia | $98.7M | 2.8% |
| Ireland | $72.5M | 2.1% |
| Lithuania | $60.6M | 1.7% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are China (15%), Japan (9%) and the Netherlands (8%). 179 countries imported it, and the top three take 32% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $529.0M | 15% |
| Japan | $308.4M | 8.9% |
| Netherlands | $260.8M | 7.5% |
| United Kingdom | $220.7M | 6.3% |
| Germany | $191.3M | 5.5% |
| United States | $184.7M | 5.3% |
| India | $169.3M | 4.9% |
| Brazil | $159.8M | 4.6% |
| Poland | $159.2M | 4.6% |
| Canada | $153.6M | 4.4% |
| France | $91.6M | 2.6% |
| Denmark | $88.1M | 2.5% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $8.38 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Denmark averaged $12.76 per kg and the Netherlands $6.51 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 3502: Albumins (including concentrates of two or more whey proteins, containing by weight more than 80% whey proteins, calculated on the dry matter), albuminates and other albumin derivatives. HS 3502 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most albumin?
The United States exported $832.1 million in 2024, 24% of the world total, followed by Germany (15%) and the Netherlands (11%). In all, 94 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most albumin?
China imported $529.0 million in 2024, 15% of world imports, ahead of Japan (9%) and the Netherlands (8%). The top three importers together take 32%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in albumin?
It was worth $3.48 billion in 2024, about 415.2 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 110% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $3.57 billion. 94 countries reported exports and 179 reported imports.
What is the average price of albumin per kg?
The world average declared value was about $8.38 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Denmark averaged $12.76 per kg and the Netherlands $6.51 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for albumin?
The HS code for albumin is heading 3502, in chapter 35 (albuminoidal substances; modified starches; glues; enzymes). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 3502 page.
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