Aromatic carboxylic acids (other) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $91.3 million of aromatic carboxylic acids (other) in 2024 (8.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 164 countries for imports of this product. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $134.2 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 | $91.3M | 8.2K t |
| 2023 | $91.5M | 8.3K t |
| 2022 | $117.1M | 9.6K t |
| 2021 | $124.0M | 11.1K t |
| 2020 | $122.3M | 10.4K t |
| 2019 | $128.1M | 10.4K t |
| 2018 | $134.2M | 12.5K t |
| 2017 | $88.3M | 8.9K t |
Where the United States imports aromatic carboxylic acids (other) from
China alone supplied 63% of it. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+107% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $57.6M | 63% |
| Italy | $15.0M | 16% |
| India | $8.5M | 9.3% |
| Germany | $3.6M | 3.9% |
| Switzerland | $2.6M | 2.9% |
| France | $855K | 0.9% |
| United Kingdom | $658K | 0.7% |
| Poland | $620K | 0.7% |
| Ukraine | $399K | 0.4% |
| Spain | $284K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.12 per kg, close to the world average of $12.07.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Aromatic carboxylic acids (other) exports from the United States
The United States exported $68.1 million of aromatic carboxylic acids (other) in 2024 (4.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 84 countries. The largest buyer markets were Germany (21%), Mexico (7%), Japan (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 35%. Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+243% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $14.5M | 21% |
| Mexico | $4.8M | 7.1% |
| Japan | $4.6M | 6.7% |
| Brazil | $4.3M | 6.3% |
| Argentina | $4.1M | 6.1% |
| Canada | $3.5M | 5.1% |
| China | $2.5M | 3.7% |
| Pakistan | $2.2M | 3.3% |
| United Kingdom | $2.1M | 3% |
| India | $1.8M | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States aromatic carboxylic acids (other) imports (HS 2916.39): 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 2916.39: Acids: aromatic monocarboxylic acids, and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives, other than benzoic acid, its salts and esters, benzoyl peroxide and benzoyl chloride, phenylacetic acid and its salts.
Common questions
What is the value of aromatic carboxylic acids (other) imported by the United States?
The United States imported aromatic carboxylic acids (other) worth $91.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 164 countries worldwide, with 12% of world imports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply aromatic carboxylic acids (other) to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 63% of the value ($57.6 million), followed by Italy (16%) and India (9%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 288% on the year.
What is the average import price of aromatic carboxylic acids (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.12 per kg in 2024, 8% below the world average of $12.07 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of aromatic carboxylic acids (other) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $88.3 million in 2017 to $91.3 million in 2024, an increase of 3%. The peak was 2018 at $134.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $112.1 million a year.
Does the United States also export aromatic carboxylic acids (other)?
Yes. The United States exported $68.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Mexico and Japan. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $23.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for aromatic carboxylic acids (other)?
The HS code for aromatic carboxylic acids (other) is subheading 2916.39. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2916 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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