Benzaldehyde trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in benzaldehyde was worth $85.3 million in 2024, about 24.4 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 8% since 2017, and down 6% 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 | $85.3M | 24.4K t |
| 2023 | $91.0M | 23.1K t |
| 2022 | $96.1M | 22.0K t |
| 2021 | $115.6M | 34.0K t |
| 2020 | $91.1M | 25.6K t |
| 2019 | $96.5M | 25.5K t |
| 2018 | $85.6M | 26.9K t |
| 2017 | $79.3M | 24.4K t |
Top benzaldehyde exporting countries
Exports are led by China (50%), Belgium (11%) and the Netherlands (10%). 48 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 71%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $42.4M | 50% |
| Belgium | $9.4M | 11% |
| Netherlands | $8.5M | 9.9% |
| India | $7.5M | 8.8% |
| United States | $4.4M | 5.1% |
| Vietnam | $3.1M | 3.6% |
| Malaysia | $2.9M | 3.4% |
| Spain | $1.3M | 1.6% |
| Germany | $1.2M | 1.5% |
| Japan | $1.2M | 1.4% |
| Morocco | $948K | 1.1% |
| France | $821K | 1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (21%), India (18%) and the United Kingdom (11%). 119 countries imported it, and the top three take 50% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $17.9M | 21% |
| India | $15.1M | 18% |
| United Kingdom | $9.4M | 11% |
| Taiwan | $6.4M | 7.5% |
| Germany | $5.3M | 6.2% |
| Philippines | $5.3M | 6.2% |
| Spain | $4.7M | 5.5% |
| South Korea | $4.5M | 5.3% |
| Netherlands | $2.6M | 3.1% |
| France | $2.4M | 2.8% |
| Mexico | $1.9M | 2.3% |
| Ireland | $974K | 1.1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $3.50 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Vietnam averaged $43.03 per kg and India $1.93 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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The shipment records behind Benzaldehyde (HS 2912.21) importers and exporters, worldwide: companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 2912.21: Aldehydes: cyclic, without other oxygen function, benzaldehyde. HS 2912 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most benzaldehyde?
China exported $42.4 million in 2024, 50% of the world total, followed by Belgium (11%) and the Netherlands (10%). In all, 48 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most benzaldehyde?
The United States imported $17.9 million in 2024, 21% of world imports, ahead of India (18%) and the United Kingdom (11%). 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 benzaldehyde?
It was worth $85.3 million in 2024, about 24.4 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 8% since 2017. The peak year was 2021 at $115.6 million. 48 countries reported exports and 119 reported imports.
What is the average price of benzaldehyde per kg?
The world average declared value was about $3.50 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Vietnam averaged $43.03 per kg and India $1.93 per kg, so grade and origin matter. The average mixes every grade and size, so use it as a market reference rather than an offer.
What is the HS code for benzaldehyde?
The HS code for benzaldehyde is subheading 2912.21, in chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 2912 page.
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