Concrete additives trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in concrete additives was worth $1.97 billion in 2024, about 2.12 million tonnes. That is an increase of 21% 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 | $1.97B | 2.12M t |
| 2023 | $2.04B | 2.20M t |
| 2022 | $2.13B | 2.05M t |
| 2021 | $1.91B | 1.93M t |
| 2020 | $1.54B | 1.74M t |
| 2019 | $1.79B | 2.05M t |
| 2018 | $1.85B | 2.14M t |
| 2017 | $1.62B | 3.10M t |
Top concrete additives exporting countries
Exports are led by China (19%), Germany (12%) and the United States (8%). 140 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 39%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $376.7M | 19% |
| Germany | $240.3M | 12% |
| United States | $153.5M | 7.8% |
| Italy | $143.5M | 7.3% |
| South Korea | $97.3M | 5% |
| Turkey | $71.4M | 3.6% |
| Spain | $68.0M | 3.5% |
| France | $54.1M | 2.8% |
| Canada | $48.3M | 2.5% |
| India | $47.6M | 2.4% |
| Austria | $45.8M | 2.3% |
| Switzerland | $39.4M | 2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Germany is the biggest buyer with 4% of world imports, ahead of the United States and Saudi Arabia. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 12% across 217 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $86.5M | 4.4% |
| United States | $85.2M | 4.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $55.7M | 2.8% |
| France | $54.6M | 2.8% |
| Indonesia | $49.2M | 2.5% |
| India | $48.5M | 2.5% |
| Canada | $46.7M | 2.4% |
| Belgium | $43.4M | 2.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $42.7M | 2.2% |
| Netherlands | $36.8M | 1.9% |
| Australia | $34.5M | 1.8% |
| Malaysia | $33.6M | 1.7% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $0.93 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $2.62 per kg and China $0.62 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 3824.40: Cements, mortars or concretes: their prepared additives. HS 3824 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most concrete additives?
China exported $376.7 million in 2024, 19% of the world total, followed by Germany (12%) and the United States (8%). In all, 140 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most concrete additives?
Germany imported $86.5 million in 2024, 4% of world imports, ahead of the United States (4%) and Saudi Arabia (3%). The top three importers together take 12%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in concrete additives?
It was worth $1.97 billion in 2024, about 2.12 million tonnes. That is an increase of 21% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $2.13 billion. 140 countries reported exports and 217 reported imports.
What is the average price of concrete additives per kg?
The world average declared value was about $0.93 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $2.62 per kg and China $0.62 per kg, so grade and origin matter. Read it as a benchmark: it blends all grades, origins and contract terms.
What is the HS code for concrete additives?
The HS code for concrete additives is subheading 3824.40, in chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 3824 page.
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