Methionine trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in methionine was worth $2.65 billion in 2024, about 1.04 million tonnes. That is an increase of 31% since 2017, and up 22% 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 | $2.65B | 1.04M t |
| 2023 | $2.17B | 956.8K t |
| 2022 | $2.70B | 965.6K t |
| 2021 | $2.51B | 1.01M t |
| 2020 | $2.06B | 946.9K t |
| 2019 | $1.93B | 913.9K t |
| 2018 | $1.96B | 789.7K t |
| 2017 | $2.02B | 786.3K t |
Top methionine exporting countries
Exports are led by China (27%), Singapore (20%) and Belgium (18%). 75 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 65%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $716.3M | 27% |
| Singapore | $533.7M | 20% |
| Belgium | $470.4M | 18% |
| Japan | $284.8M | 11% |
| Malaysia | $190.7M | 7.2% |
| France | $168.4M | 6.4% |
| Germany | $107.4M | 4.1% |
| United States | $55.6M | 2.1% |
| Spain | $26.8M | 1% |
| Croatia | $16.0M | 0.6% |
| Netherlands | $15.0M | 0.6% |
| South Africa | $7.7M | 0.3% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
China is the biggest buyer with 14% of world imports, ahead of India and Brazil. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 27% across 156 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $372.5M | 14% |
| India | $169.5M | 6.4% |
| Brazil | $163.4M | 6.2% |
| Germany | $115.1M | 4.4% |
| Indonesia | $110.5M | 4.2% |
| Philippines | $73.9M | 2.8% |
| Netherlands | $72.9M | 2.8% |
| Poland | $64.4M | 2.4% |
| Egypt | $63.7M | 2.4% |
| Russia | $63.6M | 2.4% |
| Thailand | $52.4M | 2% |
| South Africa | $47.7M | 1.8% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $2.54 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $2.94 per kg and the United States $2.13 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 Methionine (HS 2930.40) 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 2930.40: Organo-sulphur compounds: methionine. HS 2930 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most methionine?
China exported $716.3 million in 2024, 27% of the world total, followed by Singapore (20%) and Belgium (18%). In all, 75 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most methionine?
China imported $372.5 million in 2024, 14% of world imports, ahead of India (6%) and Brazil (6%). The top three importers together take 27%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in methionine?
It was worth $2.65 billion in 2024, about 1.04 million tonnes. That is an increase of 31% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $2.70 billion. 75 countries reported exports and 156 reported imports.
What is the average price of methionine per kg?
The world average declared value was about $2.54 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $2.94 per kg and the United States $2.13 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 methionine?
The HS code for methionine is subheading 2930.40, 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 2930 page.
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