Acyclic polycarboxylic acids (other) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported acyclic polycarboxylic acids (other) worth $145.8 million (44.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 157 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 9% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $191.9 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 | $145.8M | 44.7K t |
| 2023 | $133.7M | 33.0K t |
| 2022 | $191.9M | 38.9K t |
| 2021 | $170.3M | 44.7K t |
| 2020 | $129.3M | 35.0K t |
| 2019 | $151.8M | 37.7K t |
| 2018 | $154.5M | 40.3K t |
| 2017 | $134.6M | 40.4K t |
Where the United States imports acyclic polycarboxylic acids (other) from
China alone supplied 67% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+32% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $97.8M | 67% |
| Canada | $17.7M | 12% |
| India | $6.9M | 4.7% |
| Austria | $6.1M | 4.2% |
| Japan | $4.6M | 3.1% |
| Hungary | $2.2M | 1.5% |
| Germany | $1.8M | 1.2% |
| Spain | $1.6M | 1.1% |
| United Kingdom | $1.4M | 1% |
| South Korea | $1.1M | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.26 per kg, close to the world average of $3.73.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Acyclic polycarboxylic acids (other) exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported acyclic polycarboxylic acids (other) worth $93.0 million (16.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 89 countries. The largest buyer markets were Singapore (16%), Brazil (9%), Canada (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 33%. Among the main buyer markets, Switzerland grew fastest (+82% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | $14.9M | 16% |
| Brazil | $8.5M | 9.2% |
| Canada | $7.5M | 8.1% |
| China | $6.4M | 6.9% |
| Japan | $5.2M | 5.6% |
| Germany | $5.2M | 5.6% |
| Switzerland | $4.7M | 5.1% |
| Belgium | $4.6M | 5% |
| France | $4.5M | 4.9% |
| South Korea | $3.8M | 4.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States acyclic polycarboxylic acids (other) imports (HS 2917.19): 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 2917.19: Acids: acyclic polycarboxylic acids: n.e.c. in item no. 2917.1.
Common questions
What is the value of acyclic polycarboxylic acids (other) imported by the United States?
The United States imported acyclic polycarboxylic acids (other) worth $145.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 44.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 157 countries worldwide, with 15% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply acyclic polycarboxylic acids (other) to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 67% of the value ($97.8 million), followed by Canada (12%) and India (5%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. Hungary grew fastest among the top ten, up 57% on the year.
What is the average import price of acyclic polycarboxylic acids (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.26 per kg in 2024, 13% below the world average of $3.73 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of acyclic polycarboxylic acids (other) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $134.6 million in 2017 to $145.8 million in 2024, an increase of 8%. The peak was 2022 at $191.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $151.5 million a year.
Does the United States also export acyclic polycarboxylic acids (other)?
Yes. The United States exported $93.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Singapore, Brazil and Canada. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $52.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for acyclic polycarboxylic acids (other)?
The HS code for acyclic polycarboxylic acids (other) is subheading 2917.19. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2917 page.
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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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