Acrylic acid imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $33.8 million of acrylic acid in 2024 (23.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 133 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 47% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $68.6 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 | $33.8M | 23.5K t |
| 2023 | $64.2M | 46.2K t |
| 2022 | $66.1M | 39.2K t |
| 2021 | $53.1M | 35.3K t |
| 2020 | $15.9M | 10.0K t |
| 2019 | $49.0M | 37.5K t |
| 2018 | $68.6M | 47.5K t |
| 2017 | $57.6M | 47.4K t |
Where the United States imports acrylic acid from
Most of the value came from Brazil (41%), Belgium (22%), South Korea (10%). Among the main suppliers, Taiwan grew fastest (+218% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $13.9M | 41% |
| Belgium | $7.3M | 22% |
| South Korea | $3.5M | 10% |
| Taiwan | $3.4M | 9.9% |
| Germany | $2.3M | 6.9% |
| China | $1.7M | 5% |
| India | $835K | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | $675K | 2% |
| Indonesia | $94K | 0.3% |
| France | $53K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.44 per kg, 31% above the world average of $1.10. 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.
Acrylic acid exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported acrylic acid worth $18.7 million (10.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. One buyer market dominates: Mexico accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Taiwan grew fastest (+63% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $11.1M | 60% |
| Brazil | $2.5M | 14% |
| Canada | $2.4M | 13% |
| Taiwan | $656K | 3.5% |
| South Korea | $460K | 2.5% |
| Malaysia | $275K | 1.5% |
| Argentina | $222K | 1.2% |
| Australia | $203K | 1.1% |
| Vietnam | $123K | 0.7% |
| Belgium | $109K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States acrylic acid imports (HS 2916.11): 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 2916.11: Acids: unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids: acrylic acid and its salts.
Common questions
What is the value of acrylic acid imported by the United States?
The United States imported acrylic acid worth $33.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 23.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 133 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 47% on 2023.
Which countries supply acrylic acid to the United States?
Brazil was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($13.9 million), followed by Belgium (22%) and South Korea (10%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 218% on the year.
What is the average import price of acrylic acid per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.44 per kg in 2024, 31% above the world average of $1.10 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of acrylic acid to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $57.6 million in 2017 to $33.8 million in 2024, a fall of 41%. The peak was 2018 at $68.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $51.0 million a year.
Does the United States also export acrylic acid?
Yes. The United States exported $18.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Brazil and Canada. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $15.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for acrylic acid?
The HS code for acrylic acid is subheading 2916.11. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2916 page.
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