Choline exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported choline worth $26.6 million (8.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 77 countries. Value fell 37% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $59.0 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 | $26.6M | 8.8K t |
| 2023 | $42.3M | 13.8K t |
| 2022 | $59.0M | 23.9K t |
| 2021 | $40.1M | 16.1K t |
| 2020 | $35.7M | 13.8K t |
| 2019 | $28.2M | 11.8K t |
| 2018 | $21.0M | 10.1K t |
| 2017 | $17.4M | 9.2K t |
Where the United States exports choline to
Argentina alone took 54% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest (+637% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Argentina | $14.4M | 54% |
| Canada | $5.2M | 19% |
| Italy | $981K | 3.7% |
| Singapore | $904K | 3.4% |
| South Korea | $816K | 3.1% |
| Netherlands | $804K | 3% |
| Mexico | $535K | 2% |
| United Kingdom | $423K | 1.6% |
| New Zealand | $355K | 1.3% |
| Philippines | $294K | 1.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.02 per kg, 71% above the world average of $1.77. 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.
Choline imports to the United States
The United States imported $22.8 million of choline in 2024 (3.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 141 countries for imports of this product. The largest suppliers were Italy (47%), China (34%), Belgium (7%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $10.8M | 47% |
| China | $7.8M | 34% |
| Belgium | $1.5M | 6.7% |
| Germany | $712K | 3.1% |
| India | $484K | 2.1% |
| Spain | $474K | 2.1% |
| Netherlands | $466K | 2% |
| Canada | $246K | 1.1% |
| Denmark | $128K | 0.6% |
| Switzerland | $81K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States choline exports (HS 2923.10): 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 2923.10: Quaternary ammonium salts and hydroxides: choline and its salts, whether or not chemically defined.
Common questions
What is the value of choline exported by the United States?
The United States exported choline worth $26.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 77 countries worldwide, with 7% of world exports. The value was down 37% on 2023.
Which countries buy choline from the United States?
Argentina was the largest buyer with 54% of the value ($14.4 million), followed by Canada (19%) and Italy (4%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 63 buyer countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 637% on the year.
What is the average export price of choline per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.02 per kg in 2024, 71% above the world average of $1.77 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of choline from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $17.4 million in 2017 to $26.6 million in 2024, an increase of 52%. The peak was 2022 at $59.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $33.8 million a year.
Does the United States also import choline?
Yes. The United States imported $22.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, China and Belgium. That compares with exports of $26.6 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for choline?
The HS code for choline is subheading 2923.10. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2923 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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