Chlorobenzene and dichlorobenzenes trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in chlorobenzene and dichlorobenzenes was worth $188.7 million in 2024, about 152.1 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 17% since 2017, and down 17% 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 | $188.7M | 152.1K t |
| 2023 | $228.4M | 158.9K t |
| 2022 | $277.0M | 190.6K t |
| 2021 | $209.4M | 189.3K t |
| 2020 | $168.5M | 179.2K t |
| 2019 | $209.5M | 196.1K t |
| 2018 | $221.7M | 198.2K t |
| 2017 | $228.2M | 205.4K t |
Top chlorobenzene and dichlorobenzenes exporting countries
Exports are led by India (33%), Germany (30%) and China (20%). 40 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 83%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $62.3M | 33% |
| Germany | $56.8M | 30% |
| China | $37.6M | 20% |
| South Korea | $11.8M | 6.2% |
| Poland | $11.2M | 6% |
| Japan | $3.3M | 1.7% |
| Belgium | $1.1M | 0.6% |
| Israel | $955K | 0.5% |
| Mexico | $854K | 0.5% |
| United States | $663K | 0.4% |
| Canada | $392K | 0.2% |
| Malaysia | $340K | 0.2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 29% of world imports, ahead of Japan and Belgium. Demand is concentrated: the top three take 60% across 123 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $54.0M | 29% |
| Japan | $47.9M | 25% |
| Belgium | $12.2M | 6.5% |
| Mexico | $10.3M | 5.5% |
| Germany | $9.2M | 4.9% |
| Brazil | $8.1M | 4.3% |
| Indonesia | $8.1M | 4.3% |
| Philippines | $4.1M | 2.2% |
| Switzerland | $3.6M | 1.9% |
| Nigeria | $2.6M | 1.4% |
| Hungary | $2.2M | 1.1% |
| Ecuador | $2.0M | 1.1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $1.24 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Israel averaged $102.84 per kg and Poland $1.07 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 2903.91: Halogenated derivatives of aromatic hydrocarbons: chlorobenzene, o-dichlorobenzene, and p-dichlorobenzene. HS 2903 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most chlorobenzene and dichlorobenzenes?
India exported $62.3 million in 2024, 33% of the world total, followed by Germany (30%) and China (20%). In all, 40 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most chlorobenzene and dichlorobenzenes?
The United States imported $54.0 million in 2024, 29% of world imports, ahead of Japan (25%) and Belgium (6%). The top three importers together take 60%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in chlorobenzene and dichlorobenzenes?
It was worth $188.7 million in 2024, about 152.1 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 17% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $277.0 million. 40 countries reported exports and 123 reported imports.
What is the average price of chlorobenzene and dichlorobenzenes per kg?
The world average declared value was about $1.24 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Israel averaged $102.84 per kg and Poland $1.07 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 chlorobenzene and dichlorobenzenes?
The HS code for chlorobenzene and dichlorobenzenes is subheading 2903.91, 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 2903 page.
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