Pure toluene trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in pure toluene was worth $2.92 billion in 2024, about 3.07 million tonnes. That is an increase of 23% 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 | $2.92B | 3.07M t |
| 2023 | $3.18B | 3.17M t |
| 2022 | $3.55B | 3.27M t |
| 2021 | $2.32B | 3.07M t |
| 2020 | $1.63B | 3.25M t |
| 2019 | $2.62B | 3.69M t |
| 2018 | $3.09B | 3.98M t |
| 2017 | $2.36B | 3.50M t |
Top pure toluene exporting countries
South Korea is the largest exporter with 19% of world exports, followed by China and Taiwan. The top three supply 46% between them, out of 78 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $564.2M | 19% |
| China | $495.0M | 17% |
| Taiwan | $293.1M | 10% |
| Japan | $275.6M | 9.5% |
| Germany | $258.7M | 8.9% |
| Thailand | $229.2M | 7.9% |
| Belgium | $135.5M | 4.7% |
| United States | $104.0M | 3.6% |
| Philippines | $95.9M | 3.3% |
| Singapore | $63.7M | 2.2% |
| Spain | $60.1M | 2.1% |
| Netherlands | $43.5M | 1.5% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are India (18%), the United States (15%) and South Korea (13%). 160 countries imported it, and the top three take 45% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $513.0M | 18% |
| United States | $438.6M | 15% |
| South Korea | $371.0M | 13% |
| Singapore | $168.8M | 5.8% |
| Taiwan | $163.8M | 5.6% |
| Indonesia | $137.8M | 4.7% |
| Netherlands | $125.9M | 4.3% |
| Belgium | $109.9M | 3.8% |
| Vietnam | $102.6M | 3.5% |
| Mexico | $78.6M | 2.7% |
| Germany | $66.2M | 2.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $60.9M | 2.1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $0.95 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $1.04 per kg and Japan $0.82 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 Pure toluene (HS 2902.30) 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 2902.30: Cyclic hydrocarbons: toluene. HS 2902 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most pure toluene?
South Korea exported $564.2 million in 2024, 19% of the world total, followed by China (17%) and Taiwan (10%). In all, 78 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most pure toluene?
India imported $513.0 million in 2024, 18% of world imports, ahead of the United States (15%) and South Korea (13%). 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 pure toluene?
It was worth $2.92 billion in 2024, about 3.07 million tonnes. That is an increase of 23% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $3.55 billion. 78 countries reported exports and 160 reported imports.
What is the average price of pure toluene per kg?
The world average declared value was about $0.95 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $1.04 per kg and Japan $0.82 per kg, so grade and origin matter. Read it as a benchmark: it blends all grades, origins and contract terms.
What is the HS code for pure toluene?
The HS code for pure toluene is subheading 2902.30, 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 2902 page.
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