Natural resins trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in natural resins was worth $1.19 billion in 2024, about 364.5 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 37% since 2017, and up 4% 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 | $1.19B | 364.5K t |
| 2023 | $1.14B | 356.1K t |
| 2022 | $1.24B | 403.4K t |
| 2021 | $991.2M | 370.0K t |
| 2020 | $878.1M | 338.1K t |
| 2019 | $934.4M | 367.8K t |
| 2018 | $905.5M | 325.0K t |
| 2017 | $866.2M | 350.7K t |
Top natural resins exporting countries
France is the largest exporter with 22% of world exports, followed by Sudan and Afghanistan. The top three supply 47% between them, out of 140 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $255.9M | 22% |
| Sudan | $179.7M | 15% |
| Afghanistan | $123.1M | 10% |
| India | $86.9M | 7.3% |
| Indonesia | $57.7M | 4.9% |
| Chad | $51.8M | 4.4% |
| Germany | $46.0M | 3.9% |
| Thailand | $39.9M | 3.4% |
| China | $36.8M | 3.1% |
| Mali | $36.0M | 3% |
| Brazil | $33.2M | 2.8% |
| United States | $22.4M | 1.9% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are India (21%), France (13%) and the United States (11%). 192 countries imported it, and the top three take 45% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $247.5M | 21% |
| France | $155.9M | 13% |
| United States | $135.6M | 11% |
| China | $76.2M | 6.4% |
| Germany | $66.7M | 5.6% |
| United Kingdom | $33.6M | 2.8% |
| Portugal | $33.2M | 2.8% |
| Italy | $24.8M | 2.1% |
| Spain | $24.6M | 2.1% |
| Switzerland | $20.5M | 1.7% |
| Japan | $19.3M | 1.6% |
| Ireland | $18.6M | 1.6% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $3.26 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Afghanistan averaged $95.79 per kg and Indonesia $1.32 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.
Product types under HS 1301
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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 1301: Lac; natural gums, resins, gum-resins and oleoresins (for example, balsams). HS 1301 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most natural resins?
France exported $255.9 million in 2024, 22% of the world total, followed by Sudan (15%) and Afghanistan (10%). In all, 140 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most natural resins?
India imported $247.5 million in 2024, 21% of world imports, ahead of France (13%) and the United States (11%). The top three importers together take 45%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in natural resins?
It was worth $1.19 billion in 2024, about 364.5 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 37% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $1.24 billion. 140 countries reported exports and 192 reported imports.
What is the average price of natural resins per kg?
The world average declared value was about $3.26 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Afghanistan averaged $95.79 per kg and Indonesia $1.32 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 natural resins?
The HS code for natural resins is heading 1301, in chapter 13 (lac; gums, resins and other vegetable saps and extracts). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 1301 page.
How can I find natural resins buyers and suppliers?
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