Casein glue imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported casein glue worth $211.2 million (20.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 155 countries for imports of this product. That is 36% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $330.3 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 | $211.2M | 20.3K t |
| 2023 | $330.3M | 24.4K t |
| 2022 | $299.2M | 23.1K t |
| 2021 | $226.0M | 22.9K t |
| 2020 | $188.2M | 21.5K t |
| 2019 | $151.5M | 20.4K t |
| 2018 | $129.3M | 19.8K t |
| 2017 | $180.2M | 23.0K t |
Where the United States imports casein glue from
Most of the value came from New Zealand (29%), Denmark (27%), Netherlands (25%). Among the main suppliers, Australia grew fastest (+42% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | $61.9M | 29% |
| Denmark | $56.6M | 27% |
| Netherlands | $51.8M | 25% |
| Poland | $22.0M | 10% |
| France | $6.6M | 3.2% |
| Germany | $6.6M | 3.1% |
| Australia | $4.0M | 1.9% |
| Ireland | $1.0M | 0.5% |
| Belgium | $416K | 0.2% |
| Canada | $184K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.38 per kg, close to the world average of $9.62.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Casein glue exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported casein glue worth $21.2 million (2.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 87 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Canada (34%), Netherlands (12%), China (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Vietnam grew fastest (+940% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $7.3M | 34% |
| Netherlands | $2.6M | 12% |
| China | $2.4M | 12% |
| Indonesia | $2.1M | 9.8% |
| Brazil | $925K | 4.4% |
| New Zealand | $757K | 3.6% |
| Taiwan | $644K | 3% |
| South Korea | $618K | 2.9% |
| Vietnam | $464K | 2.2% |
| Costa Rica | $461K | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States casein glue imports (HS 3501.90): 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 3501.90: Caseinates and other casein derivatives: casein glues.
Common questions
What is the value of casein glue imported by the United States?
The United States imported casein glue worth $211.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 20.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 155 countries worldwide, with 16% of world imports. The value was down 36% on 2023.
Which countries supply casein glue to the United States?
New Zealand was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($61.9 million), followed by Denmark (27%) and the Netherlands (25%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 269% on the year.
What is the average import price of casein glue per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.38 per kg in 2024, 8% above the world average of $9.62 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of casein glue to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $180.2 million in 2017 to $211.2 million in 2024, an increase of 17%. The peak was 2023 at $330.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $214.5 million a year.
Does the United States also export casein glue?
Yes. The United States exported $21.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, the Netherlands and China. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $190.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for casein glue?
The HS code for casein glue is subheading 3501.90. It sits in HS chapter 35 (albuminoidal substances; modified starches; glues; enzymes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3501 page.
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