Propanol trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in propanol was worth $1.78 billion in 2024, about 1.41 million tonnes. That is an increase of 20% 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 | $1.78B | 1.41M t |
| 2023 | $1.56B | 1.32M t |
| 2022 | $1.85B | 1.34M t |
| 2021 | $1.96B | 1.44M t |
| 2020 | $2.15B | 1.68M t |
| 2019 | $1.40B | 1.42M t |
| 2018 | $1.61B | 1.34M t |
| 2017 | $1.48B | 1.25M t |
Top propanol exporting countries
The United States is the largest exporter with 20% of world exports, followed by China and Germany. The top three supply 43% between them, out of 113 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $354.2M | 20% |
| China | $269.1M | 15% |
| Germany | $150.5M | 8.5% |
| South Korea | $150.3M | 8.4% |
| Taiwan | $142.2M | 8% |
| Netherlands | $135.0M | 7.6% |
| South Africa | $128.0M | 7.2% |
| Canada | $92.9M | 5.2% |
| Belgium | $78.1M | 4.4% |
| France | $74.9M | 4.2% |
| Japan | $65.6M | 3.7% |
| Russia | $26.3M | 1.5% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
India is the biggest buyer with 9% of world imports, ahead of the United States and Belgium. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 24% across 197 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $168.2M | 9.5% |
| United States | $151.0M | 8.5% |
| Belgium | $116.2M | 6.5% |
| China | $106.4M | 6% |
| Mexico | $80.6M | 4.5% |
| Germany | $72.5M | 4.1% |
| Singapore | $65.6M | 3.7% |
| Turkey | $63.7M | 3.6% |
| Spain | $58.4M | 3.3% |
| Italy | $49.0M | 2.8% |
| Indonesia | $48.1M | 2.7% |
| Malaysia | $46.7M | 2.6% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $1.26 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $1.61 per kg and South Africa $0.99 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 Propanol (HS 2905.12) 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 2905.12: Alcohols: saturated monohydric, propan-1-ol (propyl alcohol) and propan-2-ol (isopropyl alcohol). HS 2905 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most propanol?
The United States exported $354.2 million in 2024, 20% of the world total, followed by China (15%) and Germany (8%). In all, 113 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most propanol?
India imported $168.2 million in 2024, 9% of world imports, ahead of the United States (8%) and Belgium (7%). 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 propanol?
It was worth $1.78 billion in 2024, about 1.41 million tonnes. That is an increase of 20% since 2017. The peak year was 2020 at $2.15 billion. 113 countries reported exports and 197 reported imports.
What is the average price of propanol per kg?
The world average declared value was about $1.26 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $1.61 per kg and South Africa $0.99 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 propanol?
The HS code for propanol is subheading 2905.12, 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 2905 page.
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