Cyclic monocarboxylic acids trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in cyclic monocarboxylic acids was worth $610.6 million in 2024, about 20.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 16% 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 | $610.6M | 20.3K t |
| 2023 | $630.9M | 21.4K t |
| 2022 | $961.6M | 28.0K t |
| 2021 | $881.8M | 23.2K t |
| 2020 | $700.2M | 19.9K t |
| 2019 | $695.1M | 19.6K t |
| 2018 | $589.0M | 18.2K t |
| 2017 | $527.2M | 17.4K t |
Top cyclic monocarboxylic acids exporting countries
Exports are led by China (44%), India (17%) and Japan (10%). 58 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 70%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $266.5M | 44% |
| India | $103.3M | 17% |
| Japan | $59.2M | 9.7% |
| United Kingdom | $31.2M | 5.1% |
| Mexico | $25.5M | 4.2% |
| United States | $19.3M | 3.2% |
| Spain | $16.0M | 2.6% |
| Belgium | $14.7M | 2.4% |
| France | $12.8M | 2.1% |
| Singapore | $12.1M | 2% |
| Switzerland | $11.8M | 1.9% |
| Australia | $9.7M | 1.6% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Brazil is the biggest buyer with 19% of world imports, ahead of the United States and India. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 40% across 125 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $118.4M | 19% |
| United States | $86.1M | 14% |
| India | $39.1M | 6.4% |
| Indonesia | $31.1M | 5.1% |
| Switzerland | $30.0M | 4.9% |
| Japan | $24.9M | 4.1% |
| South Korea | $20.6M | 3.4% |
| Mexico | $20.2M | 3.3% |
| Spain | $20.0M | 3.3% |
| Singapore | $19.9M | 3.3% |
| China | $18.4M | 3% |
| Paraguay | $16.6M | 2.7% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $30.08 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $162.31 per kg and India $17.90 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 2916.20: Acids: cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives. HS 2916 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most cyclic monocarboxylic acids?
China exported $266.5 million in 2024, 44% of the world total, followed by India (17%) and Japan (10%). In all, 58 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most cyclic monocarboxylic acids?
Brazil imported $118.4 million in 2024, 19% of world imports, ahead of the United States (14%) and India (6%). The top three importers together take 40%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in cyclic monocarboxylic acids?
It was worth $610.6 million in 2024, about 20.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 16% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $961.6 million. 58 countries reported exports and 125 reported imports.
What is the average price of cyclic monocarboxylic acids per kg?
The world average declared value was about $30.08 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $162.31 per kg and India $17.90 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 cyclic monocarboxylic acids?
The HS code for cyclic monocarboxylic acids is subheading 2916.20, 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 2916 page.
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