Bulk washing concentrate exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $893.6 million of bulk washing concentrate in 2024 (205.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 193 countries. Value fell 10% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $1.12 billion.
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 | $893.6M | 205.4K t |
| 2023 | $988.5M | 241.2K t |
| 2022 | $1.12B | 271.4K t |
| 2021 | $857.6M | 216.9K t |
| 2020 | $795.9M | 226.5K t |
| 2019 | $820.4M | 228.4K t |
| 2018 | $854.5M | 239.6K t |
| 2017 | $840.1M | 236.4K t |
Where the United States exports bulk washing concentrate to
The largest buyer markets were Canada (21%), Mexico (13%), China (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 44%. Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+100% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $190.1M | 21% |
| Mexico | $118.1M | 13% |
| China | $82.0M | 9.2% |
| Israel | $36.3M | 4.1% |
| Brazil | $36.0M | 4% |
| South Korea | $28.8M | 3.2% |
| India | $22.7M | 2.5% |
| Germany | $21.2M | 2.4% |
| Australia | $21.0M | 2.4% |
| United Kingdom | $18.5M | 2.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.35 per kg, 88% above the world average of $2.31. 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.
Bulk washing concentrate imports to the United States
Imports of bulk washing concentrate by the United States reached $360.2 million in 2024 (122.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 225 countries for imports of this product. The largest suppliers were Mexico (22%), Germany (19%), Canada (18%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+55% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $78.9M | 22% |
| Germany | $67.2M | 19% |
| Canada | $66.5M | 19% |
| United Kingdom | $21.8M | 6% |
| Japan | $18.0M | 5% |
| Italy | $16.6M | 4.6% |
| China | $13.3M | 3.7% |
| Belgium | $9.6M | 2.7% |
| Netherlands | $8.9M | 2.5% |
| Taiwan | $8.7M | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States bulk washing concentrate exports (HS 3402.90): 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 3402.90: Washing and cleaning preparations: surface-active, whether or not containing soap (excluding those of heading no. 3401), including auxiliary washing preparations, not for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of bulk washing concentrate exported by the United States?
The United States exported bulk washing concentrate worth $893.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 205.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 193 countries worldwide, with 11% of world exports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries buy bulk washing concentrate from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 21% of the value ($190.1 million), followed by Mexico (13%) and China (9%). The top three together account for 44%, out of 171 buyer countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 100% on the year.
What is the average export price of bulk washing concentrate per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.35 per kg in 2024, 88% above the world average of $2.31 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of bulk washing concentrate from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $840.1 million in 2017 to $893.6 million in 2024, an increase of 6%. The peak was 2022 at $1.12 billion. Over 8 years the average was $896.4 million a year.
Does the United States also import bulk washing concentrate?
Yes. The United States imported $360.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Mexico, Germany and Canada. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $533.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for bulk washing concentrate?
The HS code for bulk washing concentrate is subheading 3402.90. 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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