Ethylene oxide trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in ethylene oxide was worth $456.8 million in 2024, about 328.6 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 7% since 2017, and down 2% 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 | $456.8M | 328.6K t |
| 2023 | $468.4M | 322.3K t |
| 2022 | $551.6M | 349.2K t |
| 2021 | $542.1M | 382.9K t |
| 2020 | $402.6M | 351.1K t |
| 2019 | $437.6M | 331.8K t |
| 2018 | $496.9M | 344.3K t |
| 2017 | $425.4M | 332.6K t |
Top ethylene oxide exporting countries
Exports are led by Germany (39%), the Netherlands (23%) and Belgium (21%). 54 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 83%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $176.8M | 39% |
| Netherlands | $107.2M | 24% |
| Belgium | $95.4M | 21% |
| France | $26.9M | 5.9% |
| United States | $24.0M | 5.3% |
| Spain | $4.0M | 0.9% |
| Russia | $3.5M | 0.8% |
| Sweden | $3.2M | 0.7% |
| India | $3.0M | 0.7% |
| China | $2.4M | 0.5% |
| Singapore | $1.5M | 0.3% |
| Slovenia | $1.1M | 0.2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Germany is the biggest buyer with 23% of world imports, ahead of Italy and Belgium. Demand is concentrated: the top three take 57% across 111 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $104.8M | 23% |
| Italy | $102.4M | 22% |
| Belgium | $54.9M | 12% |
| France | $49.2M | 11% |
| Poland | $21.6M | 4.7% |
| Slovakia | $20.3M | 4.5% |
| United Kingdom | $14.8M | 3.2% |
| Spain | $13.3M | 2.9% |
| Switzerland | $12.1M | 2.7% |
| Romania | $10.0M | 2.2% |
| Mexico | $9.9M | 2.2% |
| Netherlands | $5.4M | 1.2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $1.39 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $3.89 per kg and France $1.24 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 2910.10: Epoxides, epoxyalcohols, epoxyphenols and epoxyethers: with a three-membered ring and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives: oxirane (ethylene oxide). HS 2910 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most ethylene oxide?
Germany exported $176.8 million in 2024, 39% of the world total, followed by the Netherlands (23%) and Belgium (21%). In all, 54 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most ethylene oxide?
Germany imported $104.8 million in 2024, 23% of world imports, ahead of Italy (22%) and Belgium (12%). The top three importers together take 57%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in ethylene oxide?
It was worth $456.8 million in 2024, about 328.6 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 7% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $551.6 million. 54 countries reported exports and 111 reported imports.
What is the average price of ethylene oxide per kg?
The world average declared value was about $1.39 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $3.89 per kg and France $1.24 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 ethylene oxide?
The HS code for ethylene oxide is subheading 2910.10, 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 2910 page.
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