Quinoline and isoquinoline derivatives trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in quinoline and isoquinoline derivatives was worth $1.58 billion in 2024, about 17.2 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 4% since 2017, and down 5% 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 | $1.58B | 17.2K t |
| 2023 | $1.66B | 16.9K t |
| 2022 | $1.45B | 19.9K t |
| 2021 | $1.24B | 18.8K t |
| 2020 | $1.42B | 16.2K t |
| 2019 | $1.34B | 17.4K t |
| 2018 | $1.44B | 19.7K t |
| 2017 | $1.52B | 21.6K t |
Top quinoline and isoquinoline derivatives exporting countries
Exports are led by China (22%), Ireland (22%) and Switzerland (21%). 73 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 65%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $349.4M | 22% |
| Ireland | $340.6M | 22% |
| Switzerland | $335.8M | 21% |
| India | $211.2M | 13% |
| South Korea | $59.9M | 3.8% |
| Spain | $50.5M | 3.2% |
| Japan | $43.6M | 2.8% |
| Hungary | $40.2M | 2.6% |
| Germany | $32.0M | 2% |
| Belgium | $21.5M | 1.4% |
| United States | $19.9M | 1.3% |
| Sweden | $13.3M | 0.8% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are Germany (18%), the United Kingdom (16%) and Romania (8%). 143 countries imported it, and the top three take 43% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $291.4M | 18% |
| United Kingdom | $260.7M | 17% |
| Romania | $124.8M | 7.9% |
| Japan | $119.3M | 7.6% |
| United States | $100.8M | 6.4% |
| India | $72.7M | 4.6% |
| Switzerland | $60.2M | 3.8% |
| Canada | $52.5M | 3.3% |
| Ireland | $46.2M | 2.9% |
| Spain | $39.2M | 2.5% |
| Portugal | $33.5M | 2.1% |
| France | $24.0M | 1.5% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $91.90 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Ireland averaged $10,269.92 per kg and China $32.23 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 2933.49: Heterocyclic compounds: containing a quinoline or isoquinoline ring-system (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure, not further fused, other than levorphanol (INN) and its salts. HS 2933 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most quinoline and isoquinoline derivatives?
China exported $349.4 million in 2024, 22% of the world total, followed by Ireland (22%) and Switzerland (21%). In all, 73 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most quinoline and isoquinoline derivatives?
Germany imported $291.4 million in 2024, 18% of world imports, ahead of the United Kingdom (16%) and Romania (8%). 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 quinoline and isoquinoline derivatives?
It was worth $1.58 billion in 2024, about 17.2 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 4% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $1.66 billion. 73 countries reported exports and 143 reported imports.
What is the average price of quinoline and isoquinoline derivatives per kg?
The world average declared value was about $91.90 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Ireland averaged $10,269.92 per kg and China $32.23 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 quinoline and isoquinoline derivatives?
The HS code for quinoline and isoquinoline derivatives is subheading 2933.49, 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 2933 page.
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