Butene exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported butene worth $209.6 million (177.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 40 countries. That is 5% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $209.6M | 177.8K t |
| 2023 | $200.0M | 158.3K t |
| 2022 | $220.5M | 153.9K t |
| 2021 | $197.5M | 163.6K t |
| 2020 | $135.3M | 166.7K t |
| 2019 | $163.4M | 183.7K t |
| 2018 | $212.7M | 202.3K t |
| 2017 | $187.8M | 185.5K t |
Where the United States exports butene to
Canada alone took 97% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $203.4M | 97% |
| Saudi Arabia | $4.4M | 2.1% |
| Colombia | $850K | 0.4% |
| Brazil | $578K | 0.3% |
| Hong Kong | $71K | 0% |
| India | $66K | 0% |
| Republic of the Congo | $56K | 0% |
| South Korea | $51K | 0% |
| Sweden | $50K | 0% |
| Argentina | $43K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.18 per kg, close to the world average of $1.23.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Butene imports to the United States
Imports of butene by the United States reached $328 thousand in 2024 (87 tonnes). South Korea alone supplied 66% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+132% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $215K | 66% |
| China | $113K | 34% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States butene exports (HS 2901.23): 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 2901.23: Acyclic hydrocarbons: unsaturated, butene (butylene) and isomers thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of butene exported by the United States?
The United States exported butene worth $209.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 177.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 40 countries worldwide, with 29% of world exports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries buy butene from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 97% of the value ($203.4 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (2%) and Colombia (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 30 buyer countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 549% on the year.
What is the average export price of butene per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.18 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $1.23 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of butene from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $187.8 million in 2017 to $209.6 million in 2024, an increase of 12%. The peak was 2022 at $220.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $190.9 million a year.
Does the United States also import butene?
Yes. The United States imported $328 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Korea and China. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $209.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for butene?
The HS code for butene is subheading 2901.23. 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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