Acetylsalicylic acid imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of acetylsalicylic acid by the United States reached $16.9 million in 2024 (3.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 125 countries. That is 30% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $16.9M | 3.4K t |
| 2023 | $13.0M | 2.6K t |
| 2022 | $16.2M | 3.5K t |
| 2021 | $17.6M | 3.3K t |
| 2020 | $15.4M | 3.6K t |
| 2019 | $17.8M | 4.1K t |
| 2018 | $18.7M | 4.4K t |
| 2017 | $17.3M | 4.2K t |
Where the United States imports acetylsalicylic acid from
Most of the value came from France (43%), Spain (23%), China (19%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+72% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $7.3M | 43% |
| Spain | $3.9M | 23% |
| China | $3.2M | 19% |
| Thailand | $2.5M | 15% |
| Germany | $40K | 0.2% |
| Israel | $31K | 0.2% |
| India | $19K | 0.1% |
| Sweden | $15K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $10K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $4K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.92 per kg, close to the world average of $5.17.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Acetylsalicylic acid exports from the United States
Exports of acetylsalicylic acid by the United States reached $491 thousand in 2024 (56 tonnes). It ranks 8th of 57 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Jordan (25%), Mexico (11%), Bulgaria (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 47%. Among the main buyer markets, Ireland grew fastest (+383% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States acetylsalicylic acid imports (HS 2918.22): 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 2918.22: Acids: carboxylic acids, (with phenol function but without other oxygen function), o-acetylsalicylic acid, its salts and esters.
Common questions
What is the value of acetylsalicylic acid imported by the United States?
The United States imported acetylsalicylic acid worth $16.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 125 countries worldwide, with 23% of world imports. The value was up 30% on 2023.
Which countries supply acetylsalicylic acid to the United States?
France was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($7.3 million), followed by Spain (23%) and China (19%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 169% on the year.
What is the average import price of acetylsalicylic acid per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.92 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $5.17 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of acetylsalicylic acid to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.3 million in 2017 to $16.9 million in 2024, a fall of 2%. The peak was 2018 at $18.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.6 million a year.
Does the United States also export acetylsalicylic acid?
Yes. The United States exported $491 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Jordan, Mexico and Bulgaria. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $16.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for acetylsalicylic acid?
The HS code for acetylsalicylic acid is subheading 2918.22. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2918 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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