Aromatic hydrocarbon trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in aromatic hydrocarbon was worth $42.47 billion in 2024, about 39.73 million tonnes. That is a fall of 11% since 2017, and down 1% 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 | $42.47B | 39.73M t |
| 2023 | $42.69B | 40.05M t |
| 2022 | $50.96B | 43.00M t |
| 2021 | $47.55B | 48.67M t |
| 2020 | $31.26B | 49.56M t |
| 2019 | $45.99B | 52.58M t |
| 2018 | $55.73B | 53.38M t |
| 2017 | $47.62B | 52.02M t |
Top aromatic hydrocarbon exporting countries
Exports are led by South Korea (22%), Japan (8%) and the United States (7%). 111 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 37%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $9.17B | 22% |
| Japan | $3.54B | 8.3% |
| United States | $3.08B | 7.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.85B | 6.7% |
| Netherlands | $2.80B | 6.6% |
| Taiwan | $2.34B | 5.5% |
| Singapore | $2.32B | 5.5% |
| Brunei | $1.77B | 4.2% |
| India | $1.75B | 4.1% |
| Belgium | $1.56B | 3.7% |
| China | $1.37B | 3.2% |
| Kuwait | $1.27B | 3% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
China is the biggest buyer with 33% of world imports, ahead of the United States and India. Demand is concentrated: the top three take 50% across 195 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $14.18B | 33% |
| United States | $3.93B | 9.3% |
| India | $3.15B | 7.4% |
| Taiwan | $2.44B | 5.8% |
| Belgium | $2.24B | 5.3% |
| Netherlands | $1.86B | 4.4% |
| Mexico | $1.57B | 3.7% |
| South Korea | $1.40B | 3.3% |
| Germany | $1.27B | 3% |
| Turkey | $931.6M | 2.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $797.9M | 1.9% |
| Indonesia | $775.1M | 1.8% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $1.07 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $1.36 per kg and South Korea $0.97 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 2902: Cyclic hydrocarbons. HS 2902 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most aromatic hydrocarbon?
South Korea exported $9.17 billion in 2024, 22% of the world total, followed by Japan (8%) and the United States (7%). In all, 111 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most aromatic hydrocarbon?
China imported $14.18 billion in 2024, 33% of world imports, ahead of the United States (9%) and India (7%). The top three importers together take 50%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in aromatic hydrocarbon?
It was worth $42.47 billion in 2024, about 39.73 million tonnes. That is a fall of 11% since 2017. The peak year was 2018 at $55.73 billion. 111 countries reported exports and 195 reported imports.
What is the average price of aromatic hydrocarbon per kg?
The world average declared value was about $1.07 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $1.36 per kg and South Korea $0.97 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 aromatic hydrocarbon?
The HS code for aromatic hydrocarbon is heading 2902, in chapter 29 (organic chemicals). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 2902 page.
How can I find aromatic hydrocarbon buyers and suppliers?
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