Calcium hypochlorite exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported calcium hypochlorite worth $27.7 million (8.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 98 countries for exports of this product. That is 31% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $55.7 million.
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 | $27.7M | 8.8K t |
| 2023 | $40.0M | 16.0K t |
| 2022 | $41.5M | 15.2K t |
| 2021 | $38.9M | 16.3K t |
| 2020 | $44.9M | 21.4K t |
| 2019 | $51.8M | 23.5K t |
| 2018 | $55.7M | 25.9K t |
| 2017 | $54.8M | 25.1K t |
Where the United States exports calcium hypochlorite to
Most of it went to Spain (19%), Canada (11%), Colombia (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 40%. Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+151% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $5.3M | 19% |
| Canada | $3.1M | 11% |
| Colombia | $2.6M | 9.5% |
| United Kingdom | $2.0M | 7% |
| Mexico | $1.5M | 5.3% |
| Bahamas | $1.3M | 4.6% |
| Ecuador | $949K | 3.4% |
| Jamaica | $910K | 3.3% |
| Israel | $760K | 2.7% |
| Peru | $654K | 2.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.17 per kg, 140% above the world average of $1.32. 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.
Calcium hypochlorite imports to the United States
Imports of calcium hypochlorite by the United States reached $5.5 million in 2024 (3.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. One supplier dominates: India accounted for 93% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $5.1M | 93% |
| United Kingdom | $146K | 2.7% |
| Canada | $123K | 2.2% |
| Japan | $46K | 0.8% |
| Dominican Republic | $41K | 0.8% |
| South Africa | $36K | 0.7% |
| Brazil | $7K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0% |
| China | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States calcium hypochlorite exports (HS 2828.10): 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 2828.10: Hypochlorites: commercial calcium hypochlorite and other calcium hypochlorites.
Common questions
What is the value of calcium hypochlorite exported by the United States?
The United States exported calcium hypochlorite worth $27.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 98 countries worldwide, with 10% of world exports. The value was down 31% on 2023.
Which countries buy calcium hypochlorite from the United States?
Spain was the largest buyer with 19% of the value ($5.3 million), followed by Canada (11%) and Colombia (10%). The top three together account for 40%, out of 79 buyer countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 151% on the year.
What is the average export price of calcium hypochlorite per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.17 per kg in 2024, 140% above the world average of $1.32 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of calcium hypochlorite from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $54.8 million in 2017 to $27.7 million in 2024, a fall of 49%. The peak was 2018 at $55.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $44.4 million a year.
Does the United States also import calcium hypochlorite?
Yes. The United States imported $5.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, the United Kingdom and Canada. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $22.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for calcium hypochlorite?
The HS code for calcium hypochlorite is subheading 2828.10. It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2828 page.
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