Hexamethylenediamine exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of hexamethylenediamine by the United Kingdom reached $6.4 million in 2024 (2.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 47 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 92% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 40% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $319.7 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6.4M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $3.3M | 805 t |
| 2022 | $17.0M | 3.9K t |
| 2021 | $9.5M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $83.8M | 31.4K t |
| 2019 | $236.5M | 91.4K t |
| 2018 | $319.7M | 125.9K t |
| 2017 | $229.0M | 95.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports hexamethylenediamine to
Most of it went to Germany (49%), Israel (48%), United States (2%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $3.1M | 49% |
| Israel | $3.1M | 48% |
| United States | $122K | 1.9% |
| France | $22K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $12K | 0.2% |
| South Africa | $6K | 0.1% |
| Portugal | $1K | 0% |
| Ireland | $0K | 0% |
| Austria | $0K | 0% |
| Poland | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.88 per kg, 22% above the world average of $2.36. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Hexamethylenediamine imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $416 thousand of hexamethylenediamine in 2024 (174 tonnes). The largest suppliers were Netherlands (47%), France (37%), United States (10%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+217% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $194K | 47% |
| France | $154K | 37% |
| United States | $41K | 9.9% |
| China | $11K | 2.7% |
| Belgium | $8K | 1.9% |
| Spain | $6K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $2K | 0.6% |
| Switzerland | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom hexamethylenediamine exports (HS 2921.22): 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 2921.22: Amine-function compounds: acyclic polyamines and their derivatives, hexamethylenediamine and its salts.
Common questions
What is the value of hexamethylenediamine exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported hexamethylenediamine worth $6.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 47 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 92% on 2023.
Which countries buy hexamethylenediamine from the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest buyer with 49% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by Israel (48%) and the United States (2%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 14 buyer countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 138% on the year.
What is the average export price of hexamethylenediamine per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.88 per kg in 2024, 22% above the world average of $2.36 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of hexamethylenediamine from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $229.0 million in 2017 to $6.4 million in 2024, a fall of 97%. The peak was 2018 at $319.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $113.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import hexamethylenediamine?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $416 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the Netherlands, France and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $6.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for hexamethylenediamine?
The HS code for hexamethylenediamine is subheading 2921.22. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2921 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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