Polyisobutylene trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in polyisobutylene was worth $1.23 billion in 2024, about 578.0 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 27% since 2017, and up 15% 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 | $1.23B | 578.0K t |
| 2023 | $1.07B | 509.0K t |
| 2022 | $1.32B | 568.9K t |
| 2021 | $1.08B | 563.2K t |
| 2020 | $851.8M | 504.7K t |
| 2019 | $1.01B | 573.5K t |
| 2018 | $1.06B | 558.1K t |
| 2017 | $965.3M | 585.0K t |
Top polyisobutylene exporting countries
Exports are led by South Korea (31%), Germany (16%) and the United States (14%). 72 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 61%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $375.9M | 31% |
| Germany | $200.6M | 16% |
| United States | $168.4M | 14% |
| Belgium | $125.1M | 10% |
| France | $116.6M | 9.5% |
| China | $46.0M | 3.7% |
| Canada | $44.4M | 3.6% |
| Japan | $40.1M | 3.3% |
| Brazil | $25.6M | 2.1% |
| India | $22.0M | 1.8% |
| Argentina | $19.9M | 1.6% |
| Netherlands | $9.5M | 0.8% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
China is the biggest buyer with 16% of world imports, ahead of France and Singapore. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 43% across 135 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $196.5M | 16% |
| France | $174.6M | 14% |
| Singapore | $151.0M | 12% |
| United States | $114.8M | 9.4% |
| Italy | $110.7M | 9% |
| Germany | $59.5M | 4.8% |
| India | $44.8M | 3.7% |
| Belgium | $36.9M | 3% |
| Mexico | $26.9M | 2.2% |
| United Kingdom | $25.9M | 2.1% |
| Australia | $25.0M | 2% |
| Netherlands | $20.6M | 1.7% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $2.12 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Canada averaged $4.64 per kg and Belgium $1.60 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 3902.20: Propylene, other olefin polymers: polyisobutylene in primary forms. HS 3902 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most polyisobutylene?
South Korea exported $375.9 million in 2024, 31% of the world total, followed by Germany (16%) and the United States (14%). In all, 72 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most polyisobutylene?
China imported $196.5 million in 2024, 16% of world imports, ahead of France (14%) and Singapore (12%). The top three importers together take 43%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in polyisobutylene?
It was worth $1.23 billion in 2024, about 578.0 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 27% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $1.32 billion. 72 countries reported exports and 135 reported imports.
What is the average price of polyisobutylene per kg?
The world average declared value was about $2.12 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Canada averaged $4.64 per kg and Belgium $1.60 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 polyisobutylene?
The HS code for polyisobutylene is subheading 3902.20, in chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 3902 page.
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