Lighter fuel trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in lighter fuel was worth $93.9 million in 2024, about 26.8 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 16% since 2017, and up 0% 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 | $93.9M | 26.8K t |
| 2023 | $93.6M | 24.1K t |
| 2022 | $101.1M | 28.1K t |
| 2021 | $108.0M | 29.4K t |
| 2020 | $88.3M | 25.3K t |
| 2019 | $76.7M | 22.4K t |
| 2018 | $85.1M | 28.6K t |
| 2017 | $81.1M | 24.1K t |
Top lighter fuel exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 16% of world exports, followed by the United States and Turkey. The top three supply 41% between them, out of 87 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $15.4M | 16% |
| United States | $12.7M | 14% |
| Turkey | $10.3M | 11% |
| Philippines | $6.7M | 7.1% |
| Poland | $6.3M | 6.7% |
| South Korea | $6.3M | 6.7% |
| Germany | $5.0M | 5.3% |
| United Kingdom | $4.9M | 5.3% |
| Bahrain | $4.5M | 4.8% |
| Netherlands | $4.5M | 4.8% |
| Hong Kong | $2.9M | 3.1% |
| France | $2.8M | 3% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 20% of world imports, ahead of Germany and Saudi Arabia. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 32% across 173 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $19.1M | 20% |
| Germany | $5.4M | 5.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $5.3M | 5.6% |
| United Kingdom | $4.5M | 4.8% |
| France | $4.2M | 4.5% |
| Netherlands | $3.3M | 3.5% |
| Hong Kong | $3.0M | 3.2% |
| Japan | $2.5M | 2.6% |
| Spain | $2.5M | 2.6% |
| Italy | $2.4M | 2.5% |
| Turkey | $2.3M | 2.4% |
| Chile | $2.1M | 2.2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $3.51 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the Philippines averaged $6.54 per kg and China $2.97 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 3606.10: Fuels: liquid or liquefied-gas, in containers, of a kind used for filling or refilling cigarette or similar lighters, (of a capacity not exceeding 300cm3). HS 3606 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most lighter fuel?
China exported $15.4 million in 2024, 16% of the world total, followed by the United States (14%) and Turkey (11%). In all, 87 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most lighter fuel?
The United States imported $19.1 million in 2024, 20% of world imports, ahead of Germany (6%) and Saudi Arabia (6%). The top three importers together take 32%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in lighter fuel?
It was worth $93.9 million in 2024, about 26.8 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 16% since 2017. The peak year was 2021 at $108.0 million. 87 countries reported exports and 173 reported imports.
What is the average price of lighter fuel per kg?
The world average declared value was about $3.51 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the Philippines averaged $6.54 per kg and China $2.97 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 lighter fuel?
The HS code for lighter fuel is subheading 3606.10, in chapter 36 (explosives; pyrotechnic products; matches; pyrophoric alloys; certain combustible preparations). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 3606 page.
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