Beeswax and vegetable wax trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in beeswax and vegetable wax was worth $361.5 million in 2024, about 67.5 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 3% since 2017, and up 7% 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 | $361.5M | 67.5K t |
| 2023 | $336.3M | 62.1K t |
| 2022 | $380.9M | 70.8K t |
| 2021 | $386.3M | 70.5K t |
| 2020 | $336.5M | 69.3K t |
| 2019 | $337.4M | 62.1K t |
| 2018 | $360.6M | 65.2K t |
| 2017 | $349.6M | 59.7K t |
Top beeswax and vegetable wax exporting countries
Brazil is the largest exporter with 32% of world exports, followed by China and Germany. The top three supply 57% between them, out of 112 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $115.8M | 32% |
| China | $54.2M | 15% |
| Germany | $34.5M | 9.5% |
| United States | $32.0M | 8.9% |
| Mexico | $16.4M | 4.5% |
| Netherlands | $11.1M | 3.1% |
| Vietnam | $9.9M | 2.7% |
| France | $9.7M | 2.7% |
| Japan | $9.1M | 2.5% |
| India | $8.5M | 2.4% |
| Indonesia | $5.3M | 1.5% |
| Malaysia | $4.1M | 1.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (18%), Germany (15%) and China (8%). 176 countries imported it, and the top three take 41% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $66.0M | 18% |
| Germany | $54.4M | 15% |
| China | $28.7M | 8% |
| Japan | $23.9M | 6.6% |
| France | $21.7M | 6% |
| Italy | $12.5M | 3.5% |
| Netherlands | $11.9M | 3.3% |
| Belgium | $10.2M | 2.8% |
| Spain | $9.9M | 2.7% |
| Canada | $9.7M | 2.7% |
| South Korea | $9.4M | 2.6% |
| Poland | $8.6M | 2.4% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $5.35 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, France averaged $15.20 per kg and China $4.22 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.
Product types under HS 1521
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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 1521: Vegetable waxes (other than triglycerides), beeswax, other insect waxes and spermaceti; whether or not refined or coloured. HS 1521 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most beeswax and vegetable wax?
Brazil exported $115.8 million in 2024, 32% of the world total, followed by China (15%) and Germany (10%). In all, 112 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most beeswax and vegetable wax?
The United States imported $66.0 million in 2024, 18% of world imports, ahead of Germany (15%) and China (8%). The top three importers together take 41%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in beeswax and vegetable wax?
It was worth $361.5 million in 2024, about 67.5 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 3% since 2017. The peak year was 2021 at $386.3 million. 112 countries reported exports and 176 reported imports.
What is the average price of beeswax and vegetable wax per kg?
The world average declared value was about $5.35 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, France averaged $15.20 per kg and China $4.22 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 beeswax and vegetable wax?
The HS code for beeswax and vegetable wax is heading 1521, in chapter 15 (animal, vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their cleavage products; prepared edible fats; animal or vegetable waxes). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 1521 page.
How can I find beeswax and vegetable wax buyers and suppliers?
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