Acetaldehyde exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported acetaldehyde worth $11.9 million (7.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 50 countries. Value rose 63% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $11.9M | 7.4K t |
| 2023 | $7.3M | 3.2K t |
| 2022 | $4.2M | 550 t |
| 2021 | $8.1M | 10.2K t |
| 2020 | $4.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $3.9M | 563 t |
| 2018 | $12.3M | 11.7K t |
| 2017 | $8.0M | 4.1K t |
Where the United States exports acetaldehyde to
Most of it went to Sweden (47%), Norway (24%), Switzerland (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Sweden grew fastest (+37% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Sweden | $5.6M | 47% |
| Norway | $2.8M | 24% |
| Switzerland | $875K | 7.4% |
| Germany | $387K | 3.3% |
| Brazil | $341K | 2.9% |
| Mexico | $319K | 2.7% |
| Indonesia | $188K | 1.6% |
| Netherlands | $149K | 1.3% |
| Canada | $133K | 1.1% |
| France | $113K | 1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.59 per kg, close to the world average of $1.35.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Acetaldehyde imports to the United States
Imports of acetaldehyde by the United States reached $801 thousand in 2024 (126 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. One supplier dominates: China accounted for 89% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $710K | 89% |
| France | $52K | 6.6% |
| Belgium | $12K | 1.5% |
| Latvia | $10K | 1.2% |
| United Kingdom | $9K | 1.1% |
| Germany | $7K | 0.9% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
| Ukraine | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States acetaldehyde exports (HS 2912.12): 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 2912.12: Aldehydes: acyclic, without other oxygen function, ethanal (acetaldehyde).
Common questions
What is the value of acetaldehyde exported by the United States?
The United States exported acetaldehyde worth $11.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 50 countries worldwide, with 16% of world exports. The value was up 63% on 2023.
Which countries buy acetaldehyde from the United States?
Sweden was the largest buyer with 47% of the value ($5.6 million), followed by Norway (24%) and Switzerland (7%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 64 buyer countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 137% on the year.
What is the average export price of acetaldehyde per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.59 per kg in 2024, 18% above the world average of $1.35 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of acetaldehyde from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $8.0 million in 2017 to $11.9 million in 2024, an increase of 48%. The peak was 2018 at $12.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.5 million a year.
Does the United States also import acetaldehyde?
Yes. The United States imported $801 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, France and Belgium. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $11.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for acetaldehyde?
The HS code for acetaldehyde is subheading 2912.12. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2912 page.
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