Industrial insecticide trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in industrial insecticide was worth $970.2 million in 2024, about 99.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 161% since 2017, and up 23% 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 | $970.2M | 99.3K t |
| 2023 | $791.7M | 80.6K t |
| 2022 | $1.03B | 81.2K t |
| 2021 | $786.2M | 65.9K t |
| 2020 | $710.5M | 64.0K t |
| 2019 | $514.5M | 53.7K t |
| 2018 | $428.6M | 33.7K t |
| 2017 | $371.3M | 27.9K t |
Top industrial insecticide exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 19% of world exports, followed by Belgium and the United States. The top three supply 53% between them, out of 78 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $184.4M | 19% |
| Belgium | $172.8M | 18% |
| United States | $156.1M | 16% |
| India | $121.8M | 13% |
| France | $120.9M | 13% |
| Denmark | $86.8M | 8.9% |
| Spain | $28.5M | 2.9% |
| Paraguay | $26.0M | 2.7% |
| United Kingdom | $12.6M | 1.3% |
| Italy | $12.6M | 1.3% |
| Portugal | $8.2M | 0.8% |
| Germany | $6.4M | 0.7% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Brazil is the biggest buyer with 62% of world imports, ahead of Mexico and China. Demand is concentrated: the top three take 69% across 163 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $601.9M | 62% |
| Mexico | $38.9M | 4% |
| China | $27.0M | 2.8% |
| France | $26.0M | 2.7% |
| United States | $22.4M | 2.3% |
| India | $17.9M | 1.9% |
| Colombia | $17.7M | 1.8% |
| Greece | $15.2M | 1.6% |
| Paraguay | $14.5M | 1.5% |
| South Africa | $13.9M | 1.4% |
| Spain | $13.2M | 1.4% |
| Belgium | $9.6M | 1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $9.77 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $23.07 per kg and Denmark $4.45 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 3808.69: Insecticides: containing goods named in Subheading Note 2 to this Chapter, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles, in packings of a net weight content exceeding 7.5kg. HS 3808 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most industrial insecticide?
China exported $184.4 million in 2024, 19% of the world total, followed by Belgium (18%) and the United States (16%). In all, 78 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most industrial insecticide?
Brazil imported $601.9 million in 2024, 62% of world imports, ahead of Mexico (4%) and China (3%). The top three importers together take 69%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in industrial insecticide?
It was worth $970.2 million in 2024, about 99.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 161% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $1.03 billion. 78 countries reported exports and 163 reported imports.
What is the average price of industrial insecticide per kg?
The world average declared value was about $9.77 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $23.07 per kg and Denmark $4.45 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 industrial insecticide?
The HS code for industrial insecticide is subheading 3808.69, in chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 3808 page.
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