Citric acid salts and esters imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported citric acid salts and esters worth $136.4 million (48.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 185 countries. Value fell 17% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $181.4 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 | $136.4M | 48.5K t |
| 2023 | $163.9M | 45.1K t |
| 2022 | $181.4M | 47.9K t |
| 2021 | $108.5M | 40.4K t |
| 2020 | $73.6M | 33.9K t |
| 2019 | $58.8M | 31.8K t |
| 2018 | $74.2M | 35.1K t |
| 2017 | $50.0M | 27.1K t |
Where the United States imports citric acid salts and esters from
Most of the value came from Israel (41%), Germany (14%), India (13%). Among the main suppliers, Cambodia grew fastest (+166% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | $55.4M | 41% |
| Germany | $18.5M | 14% |
| India | $18.4M | 14% |
| China | $14.2M | 10% |
| Austria | $7.0M | 5.2% |
| Colombia | $5.6M | 4.1% |
| Cambodia | $4.6M | 3.4% |
| France | $4.5M | 3.3% |
| Thailand | $3.0M | 2.2% |
| Belgium | $1.1M | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.81 per kg, 57% above the world average of $1.79. 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.
Citric acid salts and esters exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported citric acid salts and esters worth $54.3 million (5.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 98 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Canada (25%), France (19%), Mexico (10%). Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+179% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $13.5M | 25% |
| France | $10.5M | 19% |
| Mexico | $5.5M | 10% |
| Ireland | $3.7M | 6.9% |
| South Korea | $2.1M | 3.9% |
| Netherlands | $1.7M | 3.2% |
| India | $1.7M | 3.2% |
| Singapore | $1.7M | 3.2% |
| China | $1.5M | 2.7% |
| Belgium | $1.2M | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States citric acid salts and esters imports (HS 2918.15): 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 2918.15: Acids: carboxylic acids, (with alcohol function but without other oxygen function), salts and esters of citric acid.
Common questions
What is the value of citric acid salts and esters imported by the United States?
The United States imported citric acid salts and esters worth $136.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 48.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 185 countries worldwide, with 14% of world imports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply citric acid salts and esters to the United States?
Israel was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($55.4 million), followed by Germany (14%) and India (13%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 37 supplier countries in total. Cambodia grew fastest among the top ten, up 166% on the year.
What is the average import price of citric acid salts and esters per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.81 per kg in 2024, 57% above the world average of $1.79 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of citric acid salts and esters to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $50.0 million in 2017 to $136.4 million in 2024, an increase of 173%. The peak was 2022 at $181.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $105.8 million a year.
Does the United States also export citric acid salts and esters?
Yes. The United States exported $54.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, France and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $82.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for citric acid salts and esters?
The HS code for citric acid salts and esters is subheading 2918.15. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2918 page.
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