Denatured alcohol exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $2.82 billion of denatured alcohol in 2024 (2.64 million tonnes). It ranks 1st of 108 countries for exports of this product. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average.
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 | $2.82B | 2.64M t |
| 2023 | $2.84B | 2.77M t |
| 2022 | $2.83B | 2.32M t |
| 2021 | $1.94B | 2.14M t |
| 2020 | $1.51B | 2.12M t |
| 2019 | $1.48B | 2.06M t |
| 2018 | $1.58B | 1.85M t |
| 2017 | $1.16B | 1.93M t |
Where the United States exports denatured alcohol to
The largest buyer markets were Canada (49%), India (12%), Colombia (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Nigeria grew fastest (+258% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $1.38B | 49% |
| India | $348.7M | 12% |
| Colombia | $225.1M | 8% |
| Netherlands | $132.8M | 4.7% |
| South Korea | $129.0M | 4.6% |
| United Kingdom | $122.6M | 4.4% |
| Peru | $112.2M | 4% |
| Nigeria | $73.1M | 2.6% |
| Spain | $63.3M | 2.3% |
| Singapore | $54.3M | 1.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.07 per kg, close to the world average of $1.02.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Denatured alcohol imports to the United States
The United States imported $68.6 million of denatured alcohol in 2024 (55.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Canada alone supplied 95% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $64.9M | 95% |
| Australia | $1.6M | 2.4% |
| Brazil | $889K | 1.3% |
| United Kingdom | $207K | 0.3% |
| Paraguay | $198K | 0.3% |
| Turkey | $158K | 0.2% |
| France | $158K | 0.2% |
| Switzerland | $116K | 0.2% |
| Chile | $91K | 0.1% |
| Pakistan | $55K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 2207.20: Ethyl alcohol and other spirits: denatured, of any strength.
Common questions
What is the value of denatured alcohol exported by the United States?
The United States exported denatured alcohol worth $2.82 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.64 million tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 108 countries worldwide, with 68% of world exports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries buy denatured alcohol from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 49% of the value ($1.38 billion), followed by India (12%) and Colombia (8%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 99 buyer countries in total. Nigeria grew fastest among the top ten, up 258% on the year.
What is the average export price of denatured alcohol per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.07 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $1.02 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have exports of denatured alcohol from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.16 billion in 2017 to $2.82 billion in 2024, an increase of 144%. The peak was 2023 at $2.84 billion. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also import denatured alcohol?
Yes. The United States imported $68.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada, Australia and Brazil. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.75 billion a year.
What is the HS code for denatured alcohol?
The HS code for denatured alcohol is subheading 2207.20. It sits in HS chapter 22 (beverages, spirits and vinegar). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2207 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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