Unsaturated monocarboxylic acids (other) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in unsaturated monocarboxylic acids (other) was worth $781.9 million in 2024, about 201.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 12% since 2017, and down 12% 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 | $781.9M | 201.3K t |
| 2023 | $889.3M | 155.7K t |
| 2022 | $1.27B | 173.2K t |
| 2021 | $1.15B | 163.6K t |
| 2020 | $924.1M | 155.9K t |
| 2019 | $882.4M | 190.5K t |
| 2018 | $900.8M | 158.1K t |
| 2017 | $698.9M | 178.0K t |
Top unsaturated monocarboxylic acids (other) exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 48% of world exports, followed by Germany and India. The top three supply 75% between them, out of 96 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $372.9M | 48% |
| Germany | $123.5M | 16% |
| India | $87.7M | 11% |
| United States | $32.5M | 4.2% |
| Netherlands | $21.0M | 2.7% |
| France | $17.7M | 2.3% |
| United Kingdom | $17.4M | 2.2% |
| Switzerland | $17.1M | 2.2% |
| Taiwan | $13.3M | 1.7% |
| Spain | $12.1M | 1.6% |
| Ireland | $10.3M | 1.3% |
| Belgium | $8.8M | 1.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 15% of world imports, ahead of the Netherlands and India. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 29% across 182 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $117.4M | 15% |
| Netherlands | $56.8M | 7.3% |
| India | $52.4M | 6.7% |
| South Korea | $51.5M | 6.6% |
| Germany | $37.3M | 4.8% |
| Brazil | $30.6M | 3.9% |
| France | $30.3M | 3.9% |
| Spain | $24.8M | 3.2% |
| China | $23.6M | 3% |
| Belgium | $22.6M | 2.9% |
| Mexico | $22.6M | 2.9% |
| Japan | $20.7M | 2.7% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $3.88 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Switzerland averaged $42.60 per kg and the United States $1.56 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 2916.19: Acids: unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic, cyclic monocarboxylic, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids: their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, n.e.c. in item no. 2916.1. HS 2916 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most unsaturated monocarboxylic acids (other)?
China exported $372.9 million in 2024, 48% of the world total, followed by Germany (16%) and India (11%). In all, 96 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most unsaturated monocarboxylic acids (other)?
The United States imported $117.4 million in 2024, 15% of world imports, ahead of the Netherlands (7%) and India (7%). The top three importers together take 29%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in unsaturated monocarboxylic acids (other)?
It was worth $781.9 million in 2024, about 201.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 12% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $1.27 billion. 96 countries reported exports and 182 reported imports.
What is the average price of unsaturated monocarboxylic acids (other) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $3.88 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Switzerland averaged $42.60 per kg and the United States $1.56 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 unsaturated monocarboxylic acids (other)?
The HS code for unsaturated monocarboxylic acids (other) is subheading 2916.19, 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 2916 page.
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