Benzothiazole compounds imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of benzothiazole compounds by the United States reached $107.9 million in 2024 (37.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 125 countries for imports of this product. That is 34% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $139.9 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 | $107.9M | 37.8K t |
| 2023 | $80.4M | 26.8K t |
| 2022 | $139.9M | 35.8K t |
| 2021 | $132.6M | 45.7K t |
| 2020 | $68.4M | 27.9K t |
| 2019 | $103.1M | 36.9K t |
| 2018 | $107.7M | 32.7K t |
| 2017 | $88.6M | 35.6K t |
Where the United States imports benzothiazole compounds from
China alone supplied 60% of it. Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+50% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $64.2M | 60% |
| Belgium | $36.0M | 33% |
| Spain | $2.5M | 2.3% |
| India | $1.6M | 1.5% |
| Italy | $977K | 0.9% |
| France | $846K | 0.8% |
| Japan | $398K | 0.4% |
| Canada | $377K | 0.4% |
| Ireland | $293K | 0.3% |
| Brazil | $146K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.85 per kg, 27% below the world average of $3.91, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Benzothiazole compounds exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported benzothiazole compounds worth $30.8 million (4.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 69 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Belgium (33%), Mexico (30%), Germany (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+252% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $10.0M | 33% |
| Mexico | $9.3M | 30% |
| Germany | $4.3M | 14% |
| Canada | $2.1M | 6.8% |
| Turkey | $1.1M | 3.5% |
| China | $873K | 2.8% |
| India | $646K | 2.1% |
| Serbia | $269K | 0.9% |
| Brazil | $260K | 0.9% |
| Poland | $257K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States benzothiazole compounds imports (HS 2934.20): 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 2934.20: Heterocyclic compounds: containing in the structure, a benzothiazole ring-system (whether or not hydrogenated), not further fused.
Common questions
What is the value of benzothiazole compounds imported by the United States?
The United States imported benzothiazole compounds worth $107.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 37.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 125 countries worldwide, with 19% of world imports. The value was up 34% on 2023.
Which countries supply benzothiazole compounds to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 60% of the value ($64.2 million), followed by Belgium (33%) and Spain (2%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 248% on the year.
What is the average import price of benzothiazole compounds per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.85 per kg in 2024, 27% below the world average of $3.91 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of benzothiazole compounds to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $88.6 million in 2017 to $107.9 million in 2024, an increase of 22%. The peak was 2022 at $139.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $103.6 million a year.
Does the United States also export benzothiazole compounds?
Yes. The United States exported $30.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Belgium, Mexico and Germany. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $77.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for benzothiazole compounds?
The HS code for benzothiazole compounds is subheading 2934.20. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2934 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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