Wax (other sources) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in wax (other sources) was worth $135.5 million in 2024, about 23.8 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 17% since 2017, and up 3% 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 | $135.5M | 23.8K t |
| 2023 | $131.7M | 23.4K t |
| 2022 | $165.5M | 28.2K t |
| 2021 | $153.8M | 24.3K t |
| 2020 | $144.3M | 23.5K t |
| 2019 | $146.3M | 24.2K t |
| 2018 | $169.4M | 25.9K t |
| 2017 | $163.6M | 23.3K t |
Top wax (other sources) exporting countries
Exports are led by China (31%), Germany (11%) and Vietnam (7%). 102 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 49%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $42.2M | 31% |
| Germany | $15.3M | 11% |
| Vietnam | $9.0M | 6.7% |
| Netherlands | $7.3M | 5.4% |
| United States | $6.9M | 5.1% |
| France | $6.0M | 4.5% |
| Brazil | $4.3M | 3.2% |
| Tanzania | $3.4M | 2.5% |
| Argentina | $3.0M | 2.2% |
| Togo | $2.8M | 2.1% |
| Canada | $2.7M | 2% |
| Japan | $2.6M | 1.9% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 18% of world imports, ahead of Germany and Japan. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 42% across 169 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $24.9M | 18% |
| Germany | $23.5M | 17% |
| Japan | $8.3M | 6.1% |
| France | $8.1M | 6% |
| Italy | $6.1M | 4.5% |
| South Korea | $3.8M | 2.8% |
| Spain | $3.6M | 2.6% |
| Poland | $3.5M | 2.6% |
| Philippines | $3.2M | 2.3% |
| United Kingdom | $3.1M | 2.3% |
| India | $2.7M | 2% |
| Canada | $2.6M | 1.9% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $5.68 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Brazil averaged $92.63 per kg and China $4.79 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 1521.90: Waxes, other than vegetable, n.e.c. in heading no. 1521: whether or not refined or coloured. HS 1521 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most wax (other sources)?
China exported $42.2 million in 2024, 31% of the world total, followed by Germany (11%) and Vietnam (7%). In all, 102 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most wax (other sources)?
The United States imported $24.9 million in 2024, 18% of world imports, ahead of Germany (17%) and Japan (6%). The top three importers together take 42%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in wax (other sources)?
It was worth $135.5 million in 2024, about 23.8 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 17% since 2017. The peak year was 2018 at $169.4 million. 102 countries reported exports and 169 reported imports.
What is the average price of wax (other sources) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $5.68 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Brazil averaged $92.63 per kg and China $4.79 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 wax (other sources)?
The HS code for wax (other sources) is subheading 1521.90, in chapter 15 (animal, vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their cleavage products; prepared edible fats; animal or vegetable waxes). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 1521 page.
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