Chloromethane and chloroethane trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in chloromethane and chloroethane was worth $111.8 million in 2024, about 101.8 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 9% since 2017, and up 8% 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 | $111.8M | 101.8K t |
| 2023 | $103.8M | 89.9K t |
| 2022 | $142.4M | 121.2K t |
| 2021 | $116.2M | 118.3K t |
| 2020 | $99.6M | 119.4K t |
| 2019 | $103.8M | 112.5K t |
| 2018 | $114.1M | 119.1K t |
| 2017 | $102.6M | 120.6K t |
Top chloromethane and chloroethane exporting countries
Germany is the largest exporter with 68% of world exports, followed by China and the Netherlands. The top three supply 83% between them, out of 52 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $76.3M | 68% |
| China | $8.5M | 7.6% |
| Netherlands | $8.0M | 7.2% |
| France | $6.6M | 5.9% |
| United States | $4.0M | 3.6% |
| Romania | $1.7M | 1.5% |
| Malaysia | $923K | 0.8% |
| India | $560K | 0.5% |
| Jordan | $502K | 0.5% |
| Italy | $495K | 0.4% |
| Hong Kong | $488K | 0.4% |
| Taiwan | $464K | 0.4% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 18% of world imports, ahead of France and the United Kingdom. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 48% across 110 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $20.0M | 18% |
| France | $17.5M | 16% |
| United Kingdom | $15.7M | 14% |
| Sweden | $11.3M | 10% |
| Italy | $8.4M | 7.5% |
| Belgium | $6.7M | 6% |
| Mexico | $4.3M | 3.9% |
| Brazil | $3.9M | 3.5% |
| Germany | $3.8M | 3.4% |
| Brunei | $3.3M | 2.9% |
| Malaysia | $1.8M | 1.6% |
| Indonesia | $1.7M | 1.5% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $1.10 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Romania averaged $20.68 per kg and the United States $0.59 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 2903.11: Saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons: chloromethane (methyl chloride) and chloroethane (ethyl chloride). HS 2903 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most chloromethane and chloroethane?
Germany exported $76.3 million in 2024, 68% of the world total, followed by China (8%) and the Netherlands (7%). In all, 52 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most chloromethane and chloroethane?
The United States imported $20.0 million in 2024, 18% of world imports, ahead of France (16%) and the United Kingdom (14%). The top three importers together take 48%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in chloromethane and chloroethane?
It was worth $111.8 million in 2024, about 101.8 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 9% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $142.4 million. 52 countries reported exports and 110 reported imports.
What is the average price of chloromethane and chloroethane per kg?
The world average declared value was about $1.10 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Romania averaged $20.68 per kg and the United States $0.59 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 chloromethane and chloroethane?
The HS code for chloromethane and chloroethane is subheading 2903.11, 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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