Denatured alcohol trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in denatured alcohol was worth $4.13 billion in 2024, about 4.04 million tonnes. That is an increase of 135% since 2017, and down 7% 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 | $4.13B | 4.04M t |
| 2023 | $4.44B | 4.25M t |
| 2022 | $4.18B | 3.39M t |
| 2021 | $3.11B | 3.36M t |
| 2020 | $2.95B | 3.50M t |
| 2019 | $2.38B | 3.16M t |
| 2018 | $2.46B | 2.94M t |
| 2017 | $1.76B | 2.66M t |
Top denatured alcohol exporting countries
Exports are led by the United States (68%), Brazil (5%) and the Netherlands (4%). 108 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 77%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.82B | 68% |
| Brazil | $187.0M | 4.5% |
| Netherlands | $165.6M | 4% |
| Spain | $111.8M | 2.7% |
| France | $90.3M | 2.2% |
| Ukraine | $76.2M | 1.8% |
| Poland | $71.9M | 1.7% |
| Pakistan | $71.2M | 1.7% |
| Canada | $69.1M | 1.7% |
| South Africa | $60.5M | 1.5% |
| Germany | $59.3M | 1.4% |
| Hungary | $56.3M | 1.4% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Canada is the biggest buyer with 33% of world imports, ahead of India and Colombia. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 48% across 192 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $1.38B | 33% |
| India | $387.0M | 9.4% |
| Colombia | $229.2M | 5.5% |
| Netherlands | $200.0M | 4.8% |
| United Kingdom | $183.8M | 4.4% |
| Germany | $150.0M | 3.6% |
| South Korea | $143.6M | 3.5% |
| Nigeria | $125.0M | 3% |
| Spain | $113.4M | 2.7% |
| Peru | $112.7M | 2.7% |
| Czech Republic | $111.8M | 2.7% |
| Belgium | $82.4M | 2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $1.02 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, France averaged $1.28 per kg and Brazil $0.72 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 2207.20: Ethyl alcohol and other spirits: denatured, of any strength. HS 2207 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most denatured alcohol?
The United States exported $2.82 billion in 2024, 68% of the world total, followed by Brazil (5%) and the Netherlands (4%). In all, 108 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most denatured alcohol?
Canada imported $1.38 billion in 2024, 33% of world imports, ahead of India (9%) and Colombia (6%). 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 denatured alcohol?
It was worth $4.13 billion in 2024, about 4.04 million tonnes. That is an increase of 135% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $4.44 billion. 108 countries reported exports and 192 reported imports.
What is the average price of denatured alcohol per kg?
The world average declared value was about $1.02 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, France averaged $1.28 per kg and Brazil $0.72 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 denatured alcohol?
The HS code for denatured alcohol is subheading 2207.20, in chapter 22 (beverages, spirits and vinegar). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 2207 page.
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