Imidazole compounds (other) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in imidazole compounds (other) was worth $1.77 billion in 2024, about 55.7 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 21% 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 | $1.77B | 55.7K t |
| 2023 | $1.83B | 45.4K t |
| 2022 | $2.31B | 50.8K t |
| 2021 | $2.01B | 51.2K t |
| 2020 | $1.90B | 51.5K t |
| 2019 | $1.66B | 51.3K t |
| 2018 | $1.70B | 49.2K t |
| 2017 | $2.26B | 46.4K t |
Top imidazole compounds (other) exporting countries
Exports are led by China (25%), France (13%) and India (12%). 98 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 50%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $445.0M | 25% |
| France | $227.6M | 13% |
| India | $217.8M | 12% |
| Italy | $150.9M | 8.5% |
| Germany | $140.6M | 7.9% |
| United States | $130.1M | 7.3% |
| Switzerland | $97.3M | 5.5% |
| Japan | $43.0M | 2.4% |
| South Korea | $38.3M | 2.2% |
| Singapore | $27.3M | 1.5% |
| Spain | $26.0M | 1.5% |
| Belgium | $25.3M | 1.4% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United Kingdom is the biggest buyer with 12% of world imports, ahead of the United States and Switzerland. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 24% across 174 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $209.6M | 12% |
| United States | $115.1M | 6.5% |
| Switzerland | $104.1M | 5.9% |
| France | $91.8M | 5.2% |
| China | $90.7M | 5.1% |
| India | $86.3M | 4.9% |
| Germany | $85.5M | 4.8% |
| Canada | $83.7M | 4.7% |
| Japan | $73.0M | 4.1% |
| Brazil | $54.6M | 3.1% |
| South Korea | $51.1M | 2.9% |
| Denmark | $45.6M | 2.6% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $31.88 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Switzerland averaged $645.78 per kg and China $17.76 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 Imidazole compounds (other) (HS 2933.29) 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 2933.29: Heterocyclic compounds: with nitrogen hetero-atom(s) only, containing an unfused imidazole ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure, other than hydantoin and its derivatives. HS 2933 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most imidazole compounds (other)?
China exported $445.0 million in 2024, 25% of the world total, followed by France (13%) and India (12%). In all, 98 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most imidazole compounds (other)?
The United Kingdom imported $209.6 million in 2024, 12% of world imports, ahead of the United States (6%) and Switzerland (6%). The top three importers together take 24%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in imidazole compounds (other)?
It was worth $1.77 billion in 2024, about 55.7 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 21% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $2.31 billion. 98 countries reported exports and 174 reported imports.
What is the average price of imidazole compounds (other) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $31.88 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Switzerland averaged $645.78 per kg and China $17.76 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 imidazole compounds (other)?
The HS code for imidazole compounds (other) is subheading 2933.29, 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 2933 page.
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