Fluorescent brightening agents trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in fluorescent brightening agents was worth $564.3 million in 2024, about 159.2 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 11% 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 | $564.3M | 159.2K t |
| 2023 | $580.1M | 150.1K t |
| 2022 | $748.6M | 179.1K t |
| 2021 | $688.6M | 197.3K t |
| 2020 | $680.9M | 183.5K t |
| 2019 | $874.7M | 201.8K t |
| 2018 | $751.6M | 206.5K t |
| 2017 | $633.4M | 220.7K t |
Top fluorescent brightening agents exporting countries
Exports are led by China (30%), Switzerland (15%) and India (11%). 95 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 56%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $168.2M | 30% |
| Switzerland | $85.8M | 15% |
| India | $62.6M | 11% |
| Germany | $51.9M | 9.2% |
| United States | $28.3M | 5% |
| Spain | $27.7M | 4.9% |
| Taiwan | $27.2M | 4.8% |
| Belgium | $20.0M | 3.5% |
| Italy | $13.9M | 2.5% |
| South Korea | $13.8M | 2.5% |
| Indonesia | $12.2M | 2.2% |
| Brazil | $11.5M | 2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (8%), Indonesia (6%) and Mexico (6%). 170 countries imported it, and the top three take 20% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $47.5M | 8.4% |
| Indonesia | $32.4M | 5.8% |
| Mexico | $32.2M | 5.7% |
| Germany | $27.1M | 4.8% |
| France | $23.2M | 4.1% |
| India | $20.8M | 3.7% |
| Japan | $18.6M | 3.3% |
| Canada | $17.2M | 3.1% |
| Finland | $15.6M | 2.8% |
| Italy | $15.6M | 2.8% |
| Vietnam | $15.3M | 2.7% |
| China | $14.8M | 2.6% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $3.54 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Switzerland averaged $14.44 per kg and Spain $1.53 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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The shipment records behind Fluorescent brightening agents (HS 3204.20) importers and exporters, worldwide: companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 3204.20: Dyes: synthetic organic products of a kind used as fluorescent brightening agents. HS 3204 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most fluorescent brightening agents?
China exported $168.2 million in 2024, 30% of the world total, followed by Switzerland (15%) and India (11%). In all, 95 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most fluorescent brightening agents?
The United States imported $47.5 million in 2024, 8% of world imports, ahead of Indonesia (6%) and Mexico (6%). The top three importers together take 20%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in fluorescent brightening agents?
It was worth $564.3 million in 2024, about 159.2 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 11% since 2017. The peak year was 2019 at $874.7 million. 95 countries reported exports and 170 reported imports.
What is the average price of fluorescent brightening agents per kg?
The world average declared value was about $3.54 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Switzerland averaged $14.44 per kg and Spain $1.53 per kg, so grade and origin matter. The average mixes every grade and size, so use it as a market reference rather than an offer.
What is the HS code for fluorescent brightening agents?
The HS code for fluorescent brightening agents is subheading 3204.20, in chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 3204 page.
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