Methylamines trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in methylamines was worth $314.2 million in 2024, about 198.1 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 16% since 2017, and up 14% 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 | $314.2M | 198.1K t |
| 2023 | $274.6M | 161.6K t |
| 2022 | $362.5M | 190.7K t |
| 2021 | $329.2M | 219.3K t |
| 2020 | $254.2M | 222.7K t |
| 2019 | $254.0M | 224.8K t |
| 2018 | $265.8M | 218.0K t |
| 2017 | $271.3M | 240.0K t |
Top methylamines exporting countries
Belgium is the largest exporter with 20% of world exports, followed by Germany and India. The top three supply 52% between them, out of 60 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $63.7M | 20% |
| Germany | $58.6M | 19% |
| India | $40.3M | 13% |
| United States | $29.7M | 9.5% |
| South Korea | $27.8M | 8.8% |
| China | $15.0M | 4.8% |
| Taiwan | $13.3M | 4.2% |
| Japan | $10.9M | 3.5% |
| Turkey | $9.4M | 3% |
| Poland | $8.0M | 2.5% |
| Mexico | $6.9M | 2.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $6.1M | 1.9% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are Taiwan (8%), France (8%) and the Netherlands (8%). 130 countries imported it, and the top three take 24% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | $26.3M | 8.4% |
| France | $25.4M | 8.1% |
| Netherlands | $24.2M | 7.7% |
| United States | $17.9M | 5.7% |
| Spain | $17.1M | 5.4% |
| Hungary | $12.9M | 4.1% |
| Brazil | $12.8M | 4.1% |
| Germany | $12.3M | 3.9% |
| China | $12.2M | 3.9% |
| Philippines | $12.0M | 3.8% |
| South Korea | $10.3M | 3.3% |
| United Kingdom | $9.9M | 3.1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $1.59 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Taiwan averaged $59.46 per kg and South Korea $1.01 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 Methylamines (HS 2921.11) 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 2921.11: Amine-function compounds: acyclic monoamines and their derivatives, methylamine, di- or trimethylamine and their salts. HS 2921 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most methylamines?
Belgium exported $63.7 million in 2024, 20% of the world total, followed by Germany (19%) and India (13%). In all, 60 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most methylamines?
Taiwan imported $26.3 million in 2024, 8% of world imports, ahead of France (8%) and the Netherlands (8%). 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 methylamines?
It was worth $314.2 million in 2024, about 198.1 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 16% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $362.5 million. 60 countries reported exports and 130 reported imports.
What is the average price of methylamines per kg?
The world average declared value was about $1.59 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Taiwan averaged $59.46 per kg and South Korea $1.01 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 methylamines?
The HS code for methylamines is subheading 2921.11, 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 2921 page.
How can I find methylamines buyers and suppliers?
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