Sterols and inositols trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in sterols and inositols was worth $313.5 million in 2024, about 21.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 32% since 2017, and down 19% 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 | $313.5M | 21.7K t |
| 2023 | $386.4M | 18.5K t |
| 2022 | $1.70B | 18.7K t |
| 2021 | $374.5M | 14.2K t |
| 2020 | $210.3M | 12.7K t |
| 2019 | $255.4M | 13.7K t |
| 2018 | $279.0M | 13.5K t |
| 2017 | $236.9M | 12.7K t |
Top sterols and inositols exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 45% of world exports, followed by the United States and the Netherlands. The top three supply 66% between them, out of 66 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $139.6M | 45% |
| United States | $43.3M | 14% |
| Netherlands | $23.6M | 7.5% |
| Germany | $20.9M | 6.7% |
| Spain | $19.4M | 6.2% |
| Japan | $15.1M | 4.8% |
| Ireland | $9.4M | 3% |
| India | $9.1M | 2.9% |
| United Kingdom | $7.2M | 2.3% |
| France | $5.0M | 1.6% |
| South Korea | $4.8M | 1.5% |
| Finland | $3.3M | 1.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
China is the biggest buyer with 12% of world imports, ahead of Ecuador and the United States. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 33% across 135 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $38.9M | 12% |
| Ecuador | $38.5M | 12% |
| United States | $27.5M | 8.8% |
| Germany | $22.6M | 7.2% |
| Netherlands | $19.3M | 6.2% |
| Belgium | $13.0M | 4.1% |
| South Korea | $11.7M | 3.7% |
| Italy | $10.2M | 3.3% |
| Spain | $9.2M | 2.9% |
| Finland | $8.3M | 2.6% |
| India | $8.2M | 2.6% |
| Mexico | $7.6M | 2.4% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $14.43 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Ireland averaged $500.44 per kg and the United States $11.59 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 2906.13: Alcohols: cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic and derivatives, sterols and inositols. HS 2906 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most sterols and inositols?
China exported $139.6 million in 2024, 45% of the world total, followed by the United States (14%) and the Netherlands (8%). In all, 66 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most sterols and inositols?
China imported $38.9 million in 2024, 12% of world imports, ahead of Ecuador (12%) and the United States (9%). The top three importers together take 33%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in sterols and inositols?
It was worth $313.5 million in 2024, about 21.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 32% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $1.70 billion. 66 countries reported exports and 135 reported imports.
What is the average price of sterols and inositols per kg?
The world average declared value was about $14.43 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Ireland averaged $500.44 per kg and the United States $11.59 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 sterols and inositols?
The HS code for sterols and inositols is subheading 2906.13, 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 2906 page.
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