Fluorinated brominated and iodinated hydrocarbons trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in fluorinated brominated and iodinated hydrocarbons was worth $4.06 billion in 2024, about 430.1 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 33% since 2017, and down 1% 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 | $4.06B | 430.1K t |
| 2023 | $4.11B | 484.5K t |
| 2022 | $4.19B | 495.9K t |
| 2021 | $3.62B | 454.0K t |
| 2020 | $2.92B | 421.8K t |
| 2019 | $3.40B | 441.3K t |
| 2018 | $3.79B | 459.9K t |
| 2017 | $3.06B | 448.9K t |
Top fluorinated brominated and iodinated hydrocarbons exporting countries
Exports are led by China (39%), the United States (21%) and the Netherlands (7%). 93 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 66%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.58B | 39% |
| United States | $842.3M | 21% |
| Netherlands | $279.1M | 6.9% |
| Japan | $231.8M | 5.7% |
| Germany | $145.2M | 3.6% |
| United Kingdom | $119.3M | 2.9% |
| South Korea | $105.1M | 2.6% |
| Russia | $103.2M | 2.5% |
| India | $95.6M | 2.4% |
| France | $72.5M | 1.8% |
| Belgium | $65.3M | 1.6% |
| Italy | $49.1M | 1.2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The Netherlands is the biggest buyer with 12% of world imports, ahead of the United States and South Korea. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 28% across 200 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $472.9M | 12% |
| United States | $366.0M | 9% |
| South Korea | $313.1M | 7.7% |
| Japan | $236.7M | 5.8% |
| Germany | $232.8M | 5.7% |
| China | $183.1M | 4.5% |
| United Kingdom | $158.6M | 3.9% |
| France | $156.3M | 3.9% |
| Italy | $138.9M | 3.4% |
| India | $118.8M | 2.9% |
| Taiwan | $112.4M | 2.8% |
| Mexico | $100.5M | 2.5% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $9.43 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Russia averaged $211.36 per kg and China $5.56 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
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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 2903.39: Fluorinated, brominated or iodinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons: other than ethylene dibromide (ISO) (1,2-dibromoethane). HS 2903 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most fluorinated brominated and iodinated hydrocarbons?
China exported $1.58 billion in 2024, 39% of the world total, followed by the United States (21%) and the Netherlands (7%). In all, 93 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most fluorinated brominated and iodinated hydrocarbons?
The Netherlands imported $472.9 million in 2024, 12% of world imports, ahead of the United States (9%) and South Korea (8%). The top three importers together take 28%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in fluorinated brominated and iodinated hydrocarbons?
It was worth $4.06 billion in 2024, about 430.1 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 33% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $4.19 billion. 93 countries reported exports and 200 reported imports.
What is the average price of fluorinated brominated and iodinated hydrocarbons per kg?
The world average declared value was about $9.43 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Russia averaged $211.36 per kg and China $5.56 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 fluorinated brominated and iodinated hydrocarbons?
The HS code for fluorinated brominated and iodinated hydrocarbons is subheading 2903.39, 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 2903 page.
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