Butanol isomers (other) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $100.3 million of butanol isomers (other) in 2024 (107.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 152 countries. Value rose 32% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average.
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 | $100.3M | 107.2K t |
| 2023 | $75.9M | 65.6K t |
| 2022 | $121.2M | 96.4K t |
| 2021 | $39.7M | 27.8K t |
| 2020 | $17.3M | 11.5K t |
| 2019 | $23.4M | 19.6K t |
| 2018 | $43.8M | 37.0K t |
| 2017 | $36.2M | 40.1K t |
Where the United States imports butanol isomers (other) from
One supplier dominates: Netherlands accounted for 85% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+62% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $85.0M | 85% |
| United Kingdom | $7.6M | 7.5% |
| India | $2.1M | 2.1% |
| Brazil | $1.3M | 1.3% |
| Japan | $1.1M | 1.1% |
| Italy | $955K | 1% |
| France | $795K | 0.8% |
| Germany | $553K | 0.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $319K | 0.3% |
| Ireland | $186K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.94 per kg, close to the world average of $1.06.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Butanol isomers (other) exports from the United States
The United States exported $40.8 million of butanol isomers (other) in 2024 (38.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 66 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to India (30%), Colombia (14%), Chile (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest (+264% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States butanol isomers (other) imports (HS 2905.14): 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 2905.14: Alcohols: saturated monohydric, butanols excluding item no. 2905.13.
Common questions
What is the value of butanol isomers (other) imported by the United States?
The United States imported butanol isomers (other) worth $100.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 107.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 152 countries worldwide, with 16% of world imports. The value was up 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply butanol isomers (other) to the United States?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 85% of the value ($85.0 million), followed by the United Kingdom (8%) and India (2%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 660% on the year.
What is the average import price of butanol isomers (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.94 per kg in 2024, 11% below the world average of $1.06 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of butanol isomers (other) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $36.2 million in 2017 to $100.3 million in 2024, an increase of 177%. The peak was 2022 at $121.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $57.2 million a year.
Does the United States also export butanol isomers (other)?
Yes. The United States exported $40.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, Colombia and Chile. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $59.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for butanol isomers (other)?
The HS code for butanol isomers (other) is subheading 2905.14. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2905 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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