Epichlorohydrin imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of epichlorohydrin by the United States reached $65.4 million in 2024 (42.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 88 countries for imports of this product. That is 53% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $140.5 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 | $65.4M | 42.7K t |
| 2023 | $42.7M | 24.2K t |
| 2022 | $140.5M | 64.9K t |
| 2021 | $63.3M | 39.4K t |
| 2020 | $76.4M | 45.6K t |
| 2019 | $63.6M | 45.6K t |
| 2018 | $80.0M | 43.4K t |
| 2017 | $58.5M | 47.1K t |
Where the United States imports epichlorohydrin from
The largest suppliers were South Korea (45%), Thailand (26%), Germany (18%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+290% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $29.5M | 45% |
| Thailand | $17.1M | 26% |
| Germany | $11.7M | 18% |
| Netherlands | $4.8M | 7.4% |
| Taiwan | $1.2M | 1.9% |
| India | $632K | 1% |
| United Kingdom | $199K | 0.3% |
| China | $86K | 0.1% |
| Singapore | $40K | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | $24K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.53 per kg, close to the world average of $1.37.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Epichlorohydrin exports from the United States
Exports of epichlorohydrin by the United States reached $33.4 million in 2024 (21.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 46 countries. Most of it went to Brazil (34%), South Korea (25%), Japan (19%). Among the main buyer markets, Belgium grew fastest (+437% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $11.5M | 34% |
| South Korea | $8.3M | 25% |
| Japan | $6.2M | 19% |
| Netherlands | $4.2M | 13% |
| Belgium | $1.4M | 4.1% |
| Canada | $801K | 2.4% |
| Mexico | $780K | 2.3% |
| Argentina | $191K | 0.6% |
| Israel | $41K | 0.1% |
| Costa Rica | $15K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States epichlorohydrin imports (HS 2910.30): 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 2910.30: Epoxides, epoxyalcohols, epoxyphenols and epoxyethers: with a three-membered ring and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, 1-chloro-2,3-epoxypropane (epichlorohydrin).
Common questions
What is the value of epichlorohydrin imported by the United States?
The United States imported epichlorohydrin worth $65.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 42.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 88 countries worldwide, with 12% of world imports. The value was up 53% on 2023.
Which countries supply epichlorohydrin to the United States?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($29.5 million), followed by Thailand (26%) and Germany (18%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 645% on the year.
What is the average import price of epichlorohydrin per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.53 per kg in 2024, 12% above the world average of $1.37 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of epichlorohydrin to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $58.5 million in 2017 to $65.4 million in 2024, an increase of 12%. The peak was 2022 at $140.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $73.8 million a year.
Does the United States also export epichlorohydrin?
Yes. The United States exported $33.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Brazil, South Korea and Japan. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $32.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for epichlorohydrin?
The HS code for epichlorohydrin is subheading 2910.30. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2910 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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