Acetic acid salts (other) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of acetic acid salts (other) by the United States reached $64.0 million in 2024 (30.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 171 countries for imports of this product. That is 10% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $80.1 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $64.0M | 30.4K t |
| 2023 | $57.9M | 22.9K t |
| 2022 | $80.1M | 32.9K t |
| 2021 | $64.3M | 26.7K t |
| 2020 | $40.4M | 19.5K t |
| 2019 | $42.3M | 19.5K t |
| 2018 | $49.5M | 23.2K t |
| 2017 | $39.2M | 19.9K t |
Where the United States imports acetic acid salts (other) from
Most of the value came from Netherlands (37%), China (17%), Canada (15%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+139% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $24.0M | 37% |
| China | $10.9M | 17% |
| Canada | $9.7M | 15% |
| Germany | $3.8M | 5.9% |
| Vietnam | $2.9M | 4.6% |
| United Kingdom | $2.3M | 3.7% |
| India | $2.3M | 3.7% |
| Austria | $2.2M | 3.5% |
| Italy | $1.6M | 2.5% |
| Denmark | $1.1M | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.10 per kg, close to the world average of $2.02.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Acetic acid salts (other) exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported acetic acid salts (other) worth $29.5 million (6.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 87 countries. The largest buyer markets were South Korea (28%), New Zealand (9%), Canada (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 45%. Among the main buyer markets, South Korea grew fastest (+139% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $8.2M | 28% |
| New Zealand | $2.6M | 8.8% |
| Canada | $2.5M | 8.3% |
| Singapore | $1.6M | 5.4% |
| China | $1.4M | 4.7% |
| Guatemala | $1.4M | 4.6% |
| India | $1.3M | 4.4% |
| Austria | $1.2M | 4.2% |
| Mexico | $977K | 3.3% |
| United Kingdom | $955K | 3.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States acetic acid salts (other) imports (HS 2915.29): 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 2915.29: Acids: saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids: acetic acid and its salts n.e.c. in item no. 2915.2.
Common questions
What is the value of acetic acid salts (other) imported by the United States?
The United States imported acetic acid salts (other) worth $64.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 30.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 171 countries worldwide, with 16% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply acetic acid salts (other) to the United States?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($24.0 million), followed by China (17%) and Canada (15%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 139% on the year.
What is the average import price of acetic acid salts (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.10 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $2.02 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of acetic acid salts (other) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $39.2 million in 2017 to $64.0 million in 2024, an increase of 63%. The peak was 2022 at $80.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $54.7 million a year.
Does the United States also export acetic acid salts (other)?
Yes. The United States exported $29.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Korea, New Zealand and Canada. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $34.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for acetic acid salts (other)?
The HS code for acetic acid salts (other) is subheading 2915.29. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2915 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United States. Tell us your product to see it live.
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