Chlorobenzene and dichlorobenzenes imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $54.0 million of chlorobenzene and dichlorobenzenes in 2024 (43.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 123 countries. Value fell 19% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $92.2 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 | $54.0M | 43.6K t |
| 2023 | $66.8M | 45.4K t |
| 2022 | $82.3M | 63.3K t |
| 2021 | $65.6M | 63.9K t |
| 2020 | $52.2M | 62.3K t |
| 2019 | $69.7M | 70.3K t |
| 2018 | $69.5M | 67.3K t |
| 2017 | $92.2M | 75.4K t |
Where the United States imports chlorobenzene and dichlorobenzenes from
The largest suppliers were India (45%), Germany (44%), China (6%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+318% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $24.5M | 45% |
| Germany | $23.6M | 44% |
| China | $3.1M | 5.7% |
| Israel | $954K | 1.8% |
| Mexico | $837K | 1.6% |
| Belgium | $549K | 1% |
| Canada | $284K | 0.5% |
| Poland | $166K | 0.3% |
| Hong Kong | $6K | 0% |
| Japan | $3K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.24 per kg, close to the world average of $1.24.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Chlorobenzene and dichlorobenzenes exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported chlorobenzene and dichlorobenzenes worth $663 thousand (222 tonnes). It ranks 10th of 40 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Mexico (45%), Dominican Republic (26%), India (6%). Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+233% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $298K | 45% |
| Dominican Republic | $171K | 26% |
| India | $41K | 6.2% |
| South Korea | $24K | 3.6% |
| Singapore | $21K | 3.2% |
| China | $21K | 3.2% |
| Canada | $17K | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | $16K | 2.4% |
| Germany | $15K | 2.2% |
| Brazil | $11K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States chlorobenzene and dichlorobenzenes imports (HS 2903.91): 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 2903.91: Halogenated derivatives of aromatic hydrocarbons: chlorobenzene, o-dichlorobenzene, and p-dichlorobenzene.
Common questions
What is the value of chlorobenzene and dichlorobenzenes imported by the United States?
The United States imported chlorobenzene and dichlorobenzenes worth $54.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 43.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 123 countries worldwide, with 29% of world imports. The value was down 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply chlorobenzene and dichlorobenzenes to the United States?
India was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($24.5 million), followed by Germany (44%) and China (6%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 920% on the year.
What is the average import price of chlorobenzene and dichlorobenzenes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.24 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $1.24 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of chlorobenzene and dichlorobenzenes to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $92.2 million in 2017 to $54.0 million in 2024, a fall of 41%. The peak was 2017 at $92.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $69.0 million a year.
Does the United States also export chlorobenzene and dichlorobenzenes?
Yes. The United States exported $663 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, the Dominican Republic and India. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $53.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for chlorobenzene and dichlorobenzenes?
The HS code for chlorobenzene and dichlorobenzenes is subheading 2903.91. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2903 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for the United States reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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