Bulk washing concentrate trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in bulk washing concentrate was worth $8.42 billion in 2024, about 3.64 million tonnes. That is an increase of 38% since 2017, and down 3% 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 | $8.42B | 3.64M t |
| 2023 | $8.65B | 3.59M t |
| 2022 | $8.94B | 3.99M t |
| 2021 | $7.26B | 3.30M t |
| 2020 | $6.57B | 3.30M t |
| 2019 | $6.54B | 3.53M t |
| 2018 | $6.61B | 3.29M t |
| 2017 | $6.08B | 3.21M t |
Top bulk washing concentrate exporting countries
Germany is the largest exporter with 15% of world exports, followed by the United States and China. The top three supply 35% between them, out of 193 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.24B | 15% |
| United States | $893.6M | 11% |
| China | $810.9M | 9.6% |
| Belgium | $530.8M | 6.3% |
| United Kingdom | $449.9M | 5.4% |
| Italy | $421.7M | 5% |
| France | $377.2M | 4.5% |
| Netherlands | $313.7M | 3.7% |
| Spain | $310.1M | 3.7% |
| Japan | $220.2M | 2.6% |
| South Africa | $200.5M | 2.4% |
| South Korea | $171.7M | 2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
China is the biggest buyer with 5% of world imports, ahead of Germany and the United States. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 15% across 225 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $460.6M | 5.5% |
| Germany | $439.3M | 5.2% |
| United States | $360.2M | 4.3% |
| France | $330.5M | 3.9% |
| Netherlands | $276.8M | 3.3% |
| Canada | $234.3M | 2.8% |
| Belgium | $219.4M | 2.6% |
| Italy | $212.4M | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | $204.4M | 2.4% |
| Poland | $202.7M | 2.4% |
| Vietnam | $186.7M | 2.2% |
| Thailand | $179.4M | 2.1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $2.31 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $4.35 per kg and China $1.45 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 3402.90: Washing and cleaning preparations: surface-active, whether or not containing soap (excluding those of heading no. 3401), including auxiliary washing preparations, not for retail sale. HS 3402 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most bulk washing concentrate?
Germany exported $1.24 billion in 2024, 15% of the world total, followed by the United States (11%) and China (10%). In all, 193 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most bulk washing concentrate?
China imported $460.6 million in 2024, 5% of world imports, ahead of Germany (5%) and the United States (4%). The top three importers together take 15%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in bulk washing concentrate?
It was worth $8.42 billion in 2024, about 3.64 million tonnes. That is an increase of 38% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $8.94 billion. 193 countries reported exports and 225 reported imports.
What is the average price of bulk washing concentrate per kg?
The world average declared value was about $2.31 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $4.35 per kg and China $1.45 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 bulk washing concentrate?
The HS code for bulk washing concentrate is subheading 3402.90, in chapter 34 (soap, organic surface-active agents; washing, lubricating, polishing or scouring preparations; artificial or prepared waxes, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, dental waxes and dental preparations with a basis of plaster). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 3402 page.
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