Naphthol trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in naphthol was worth $65.4 million in 2024, about 25.3 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 17% since 2017, and down 8% 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 | $65.4M | 25.3K t |
| 2023 | $70.8M | 24.7K t |
| 2022 | $118.8M | 32.8K t |
| 2021 | $124.1M | 35.6K t |
| 2020 | $95.3M | 26.7K t |
| 2019 | $84.1M | 26.5K t |
| 2018 | $97.9M | 29.2K t |
| 2017 | $78.8M | 28.6K t |
Top naphthol exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 77% of world exports, followed by India and the Netherlands. The top three supply 95% between them, out of 40 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $50.1M | 77% |
| India | $10.3M | 16% |
| Netherlands | $1.9M | 3% |
| Germany | $739K | 1.1% |
| United States | $536K | 0.8% |
| Hungary | $462K | 0.7% |
| Japan | $359K | 0.6% |
| Belgium | $352K | 0.5% |
| Taiwan | $163K | 0.3% |
| Switzerland | $126K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $75K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $59K | 0.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
India is the biggest buyer with 60% of world imports, ahead of the United States and Japan. Demand is concentrated: the top three take 79% across 116 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $39.0M | 60% |
| United States | $7.3M | 11% |
| Japan | $5.0M | 7.7% |
| Netherlands | $1.9M | 2.9% |
| United Kingdom | $1.7M | 2.5% |
| Italy | $1.3M | 2% |
| Germany | $974K | 1.5% |
| Canada | $830K | 1.3% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $816K | 1.3% |
| Colombia | $718K | 1.1% |
| Brazil | $548K | 0.8% |
| Taiwan | $506K | 0.8% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $2.59 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $21.12 per kg and China $2.27 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 Naphthol (HS 2907.15) 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 2907.15: Monophenols: naphthols and their salts. HS 2907 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most naphthol?
China exported $50.1 million in 2024, 77% of the world total, followed by India (16%) and the Netherlands (3%). In all, 40 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most naphthol?
India imported $39.0 million in 2024, 60% of world imports, ahead of the United States (11%) and Japan (8%). The top three importers together take 79%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in naphthol?
It was worth $65.4 million in 2024, about 25.3 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 17% since 2017. The peak year was 2021 at $124.1 million. 40 countries reported exports and 116 reported imports.
What is the average price of naphthol per kg?
The world average declared value was about $2.59 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $21.12 per kg and China $2.27 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 naphthol?
The HS code for naphthol is subheading 2907.15, 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 2907 page.
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