Aromatic polycarboxylic acids (other) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported aromatic polycarboxylic acids (other) worth $307.3 million (122.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 156 countries. Value rose 41% on 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 | $307.3M | 122.0K t |
| 2023 | $217.2M | 92.0K t |
| 2022 | $359.4M | 132.1K t |
| 2021 | $281.6M | 125.0K t |
| 2020 | $191.1M | 96.6K t |
| 2019 | $279.0M | 107.3K t |
| 2018 | $284.3M | 123.5K t |
| 2017 | $247.7M | 108.8K t |
Where the United States imports aromatic polycarboxylic acids (other) from
Most of the value came from China (21%), India (19%), South Korea (14%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $65.3M | 21% |
| India | $58.4M | 19% |
| South Korea | $43.2M | 14% |
| Spain | $41.8M | 14% |
| Canada | $27.2M | 8.9% |
| Mexico | $24.4M | 8% |
| Taiwan | $19.1M | 6.2% |
| Italy | $10.4M | 3.4% |
| Japan | $9.1M | 3% |
| Poland | $2.1M | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.52 per kg, 40% above the world average of $1.80. 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.
Aromatic polycarboxylic acids (other) exports from the United States
The United States exported $162.4 million of aromatic polycarboxylic acids (other) in 2024 (75.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 82 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Netherlands (29%), Japan (16%), Canada (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+496% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $46.6M | 29% |
| Japan | $25.3M | 16% |
| Canada | $17.4M | 11% |
| Mexico | $15.0M | 9.2% |
| France | $7.4M | 4.6% |
| China | $6.7M | 4.1% |
| United Kingdom | $5.6M | 3.5% |
| Brazil | $5.6M | 3.4% |
| Spain | $4.4M | 2.7% |
| Belgium | $3.7M | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States aromatic polycarboxylic acids (other) imports (HS 2917.39): 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 2917.39: Acids: aromatic polycarboxylic acids: n.e.c. in item no. 2917.3.
Common questions
What is the value of aromatic polycarboxylic acids (other) imported by the United States?
The United States imported aromatic polycarboxylic acids (other) worth $307.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 122.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 156 countries worldwide, with 11% of world imports. The value was up 41% on 2023.
Which countries supply aromatic polycarboxylic acids (other) to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 21% of the value ($65.3 million), followed by India (19%) and South Korea (14%). The top three together account for 54%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 251% on the year.
What is the average import price of aromatic polycarboxylic acids (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.52 per kg in 2024, 40% above the world average of $1.80 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of aromatic polycarboxylic acids (other) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $247.7 million in 2017 to $307.3 million in 2024, an increase of 24%. The peak was 2022 at $359.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $270.9 million a year.
Does the United States also export aromatic polycarboxylic acids (other)?
Yes. The United States exported $162.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Japan and Canada. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $144.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for aromatic polycarboxylic acids (other)?
The HS code for aromatic polycarboxylic acids (other) is subheading 2917.39. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2917 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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