Alkylated hydrocarbon trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in alkylated hydrocarbon was worth $2.70 billion in 2024, about 1.63 million tonnes. That is an increase of 29% since 2017, and down 4% 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 | $2.70B | 1.63M t |
| 2023 | $2.82B | 1.61M t |
| 2022 | $3.58B | 1.84M t |
| 2021 | $2.76B | 1.73M t |
| 2020 | $2.04B | 1.72M t |
| 2019 | $2.19B | 1.66M t |
| 2018 | $2.24B | 1.60M t |
| 2017 | $2.09B | 1.59M t |
Top alkylated hydrocarbon exporting countries
Saudi Arabia is the largest exporter with 22% of world exports, followed by the United States and Canada. The top three supply 40% between them, out of 67 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $593.9M | 22% |
| United States | $276.1M | 10% |
| Canada | $221.4M | 8.2% |
| Spain | $221.4M | 8.2% |
| China | $197.7M | 7.3% |
| South Korea | $187.8M | 7% |
| Qatar | $156.1M | 5.8% |
| Italy | $152.8M | 5.7% |
| Taiwan | $144.2M | 5.3% |
| Egypt | $137.7M | 5.1% |
| Thailand | $118.8M | 4.4% |
| France | $52.3M | 1.9% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
India is the biggest buyer with 15% of world imports, ahead of Mexico and Pakistan. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 32% across 147 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $418.0M | 16% |
| Mexico | $297.3M | 11% |
| Pakistan | $153.1M | 5.7% |
| United States | $135.7M | 5% |
| Turkey | $131.3M | 4.9% |
| Vietnam | $110.0M | 4.1% |
| Germany | $109.0M | 4% |
| South Africa | $105.6M | 3.9% |
| Colombia | $90.7M | 3.4% |
| Philippines | $79.1M | 2.9% |
| Belgium | $64.4M | 2.4% |
| United Kingdom | $54.2M | 2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $1.66 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $1.95 per kg and Qatar $1.41 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 3817: Mixed alkylbenzenes and mixed alkylnaphthalenes, other than those of heading no. 2707 or 2902. HS 3817 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most alkylated hydrocarbon?
Saudi Arabia exported $593.9 million in 2024, 22% of the world total, followed by the United States (10%) and Canada (8%). In all, 67 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most alkylated hydrocarbon?
India imported $418.0 million in 2024, 15% of world imports, ahead of Mexico (11%) and Pakistan (6%). 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 alkylated hydrocarbon?
It was worth $2.70 billion in 2024, about 1.63 million tonnes. That is an increase of 29% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $3.58 billion. 67 countries reported exports and 147 reported imports.
What is the average price of alkylated hydrocarbon per kg?
The world average declared value was about $1.66 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $1.95 per kg and Qatar $1.41 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 alkylated hydrocarbon?
The HS code for alkylated hydrocarbon is heading 3817, in chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 3817 page.
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