Ergot alkaloids trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in ergot alkaloids was worth $81.4 million in 2024, about 123 tonnes. That is a fall of 27% since 2017, and up 9% 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 | $81.4M | 123 t |
| 2023 | $74.7M | 83 t |
| 2022 | $82.3M | 185 t |
| 2021 | $76.9M | 235 t |
| 2020 | $97.3M | 111 t |
| 2019 | $109.8M | 218 t |
| 2018 | $105.1M | 157 t |
| 2017 | $112.1M | 80 t |
Top ergot alkaloids exporting countries
The Czech Republic is the largest exporter with 51% of world exports, followed by Italy and Switzerland. The top three supply 76% between them, out of 45 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Czech Republic | $41.6M | 51% |
| Italy | $16.6M | 21% |
| Switzerland | $3.6M | 4.5% |
| India | $2.9M | 3.6% |
| China | $2.8M | 3.4% |
| Belgium | $2.1M | 2.6% |
| Germany | $2.1M | 2.5% |
| United States | $2.0M | 2.4% |
| Japan | $1.8M | 2.2% |
| South Korea | $1.6M | 2% |
| Hungary | $937K | 1.2% |
| Spain | $795K | 1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Japan is the biggest buyer with 18% of world imports, ahead of China and South Korea. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 37% across 96 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $14.7M | 18% |
| China | $9.2M | 11% |
| South Korea | $6.3M | 7.8% |
| United States | $6.2M | 7.6% |
| India | $4.0M | 4.9% |
| Germany | $3.8M | 4.7% |
| Romania | $3.4M | 4.2% |
| Poland | $3.1M | 3.8% |
| Slovenia | $2.6M | 3.2% |
| Hungary | $2.3M | 2.9% |
| Portugal | $1.9M | 2.4% |
| Netherlands | $1.6M | 2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $659.90 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the Czech Republic averaged $5,788.62 per kg and the United States $40.20 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 2939.69: Alkaloids: of rye ergot and their derivatives, salts thereof, n.e.c. in item no. 2939.6. HS 2939 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most ergot alkaloids?
The Czech Republic exported $41.6 million in 2024, 51% of the world total, followed by Italy (20%) and Switzerland (4%). In all, 45 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most ergot alkaloids?
Japan imported $14.7 million in 2024, 18% of world imports, ahead of China (11%) and South Korea (8%). The top three importers together take 37%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in ergot alkaloids?
It was worth $81.4 million in 2024, about 123 tonnes. That is a fall of 27% since 2017. The peak year was 2017 at $112.1 million. 45 countries reported exports and 96 reported imports.
What is the average price of ergot alkaloids per kg?
The world average declared value was about $659.90 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the Czech Republic averaged $5,788.62 per kg and the United States $40.20 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 ergot alkaloids?
The HS code for ergot alkaloids is subheading 2939.69, 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 2939 page.
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