Butadiene and isoprene imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported butadiene and isoprene worth $169.3 million (191.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 60 countries. Value fell 13% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $514.7 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 | $169.3M | 191.6K t |
| 2023 | $193.7M | 206.7K t |
| 2022 | $514.7M | 359.9K t |
| 2021 | $485.3M | 377.9K t |
| 2020 | $202.3M | 221.2K t |
| 2019 | $252.6M | 228.3K t |
| 2018 | $400.2M | 307.9K t |
| 2017 | $304.9M | 248.9K t |
Where the United States imports butadiene and isoprene from
The largest suppliers were South Korea (31%), Brazil (28%), Canada (21%). Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest (+54% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $52.0M | 31% |
| Brazil | $46.9M | 28% |
| Canada | $35.7M | 21% |
| Netherlands | $14.6M | 8.6% |
| Taiwan | $12.4M | 7.3% |
| China | $4.7M | 2.8% |
| Belgium | $1.6M | 1% |
| Japan | $860K | 0.5% |
| Germany | $562K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $19K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.88 per kg, 25% below the world average of $1.18, 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.
Butadiene and isoprene exports from the United States
Exports of butadiene and isoprene by the United States reached $119.4 million in 2024 (108.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 40 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Mexico (46%), South Korea (19%), China (13%). Among the main buyer markets, South Korea grew fastest (+174% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $55.3M | 46% |
| South Korea | $23.0M | 19% |
| China | $15.9M | 13% |
| Taiwan | $11.7M | 9.8% |
| South Africa | $9.1M | 7.6% |
| Canada | $4.3M | 3.6% |
| Philippines | $18K | 0% |
| Australia | $11K | 0% |
| Bahamas | $8K | 0% |
| India | $5K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States butadiene and isoprene imports (HS 2901.24): 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 2901.24: Acyclic hydrocarbons: unsaturated, buta-1,3-diene and isoprene.
Common questions
What is the value of butadiene and isoprene imported by the United States?
The United States imported butadiene and isoprene worth $169.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 191.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 60 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply butadiene and isoprene to the United States?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($52.0 million), followed by Brazil (28%) and Canada (21%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 54% on the year.
What is the average import price of butadiene and isoprene per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.88 per kg in 2024, 25% below the world average of $1.18 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of butadiene and isoprene to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $304.9 million in 2017 to $169.3 million in 2024, a fall of 44%. The peak was 2022 at $514.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $315.3 million a year.
Does the United States also export butadiene and isoprene?
Yes. The United States exported $119.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, South Korea and China. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $49.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for butadiene and isoprene?
The HS code for butadiene and isoprene is subheading 2901.24. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2901 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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