Amphoteric surfactant exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $95.1 million of amphoteric surfactant in 2024 (24.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 134 countries. That is 4% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $152.3 million.
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 | $95.1M | 24.9K t |
| 2023 | $99.2M | 23.9K t |
| 2022 | $98.6M | 28.9K t |
| 2021 | $126.0M | 33.1K t |
| 2020 | $106.2M | 32.3K t |
| 2019 | $122.5M | 34.7K t |
| 2018 | $146.8M | 50.0K t |
| 2017 | $152.3M | 45.7K t |
Where the United States exports amphoteric surfactant to
The largest buyer markets were Canada (23%), Mexico (9%), Singapore (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 40%. Among the main buyer markets, Singapore grew fastest (+67% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $22.3M | 24% |
| Mexico | $9.0M | 9.5% |
| Singapore | $6.3M | 6.6% |
| India | $5.0M | 5.3% |
| United Kingdom | $4.7M | 4.9% |
| Taiwan | $4.4M | 4.6% |
| France | $4.1M | 4.3% |
| Chile | $4.0M | 4.2% |
| Malaysia | $3.7M | 3.9% |
| Brazil | $3.4M | 3.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.83 per kg, 118% above the world average of $1.76. 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.
Amphoteric surfactant imports to the United States
Imports of amphoteric surfactant by the United States reached $40.1 million in 2024 (14.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 216 countries for imports of this product. Most of the value came from India (26%), Canada (15%), Mexico (9%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+119% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $10.6M | 27% |
| Canada | $6.2M | 16% |
| Mexico | $3.7M | 9.1% |
| Germany | $3.5M | 8.6% |
| Japan | $3.3M | 8.2% |
| South Korea | $2.7M | 6.7% |
| United Kingdom | $2.0M | 4.9% |
| Italy | $1.4M | 3.6% |
| Egypt | $1.3M | 3.2% |
| France | $1.1M | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States amphoteric surfactant exports (HS 3402.19): 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 3402.19: Organic surface-active agents: whether or not put up for retail sale, n.e.c. in heading no. 3402.
Common questions
What is the value of amphoteric surfactant exported by the United States?
The United States exported amphoteric surfactant worth $95.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 24.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 134 countries worldwide, with 9% of world exports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries buy amphoteric surfactant from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 23% of the value ($22.3 million), followed by Mexico (9%) and Singapore (7%). The top three together account for 40%, out of 131 buyer countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 67% on the year.
What is the average export price of amphoteric surfactant per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.83 per kg in 2024, 118% above the world average of $1.76 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of amphoteric surfactant from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $152.3 million in 2017 to $95.1 million in 2024, a fall of 38%. The peak was 2017 at $152.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $118.3 million a year.
Does the United States also import amphoteric surfactant?
Yes. The United States imported $40.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, Canada and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $55.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for amphoteric surfactant?
The HS code for amphoteric surfactant is subheading 3402.19. It sits in HS chapter 34 (soap, organic surface-active agents; washing, lubricating, polishing or scouring preparations; artificial or prepared waxes, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, dental waxes and dental preparations with a basis of plaster). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3402 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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