Ergot alkaloids imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported ergot alkaloids worth $6.2 million (4 tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 96 countries. Value rose 14% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $6.2M | 4 t |
| 2023 | $5.4M | 3 t |
| 2022 | $4.4M | 12 t |
| 2021 | $6.2M | 2 t |
| 2020 | $5.4M | 3 t |
| 2019 | $4.7M | 1 t |
| 2018 | $5.6M | 1 t |
| 2017 | $6.2M | 1 t |
Where the United States imports ergot alkaloids from
The largest suppliers were Czech Republic (34%), Japan (28%), Italy (22%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+84% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Czech Republic | $2.1M | 34% |
| Japan | $1.7M | 28% |
| Italy | $1.4M | 22% |
| China | $737K | 12% |
| Canada | $55K | 0.9% |
| France | $44K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $43K | 0.7% |
| Switzerland | $27K | 0.4% |
| Hong Kong | $22K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $14K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1,766.26 per kg, 168% above the world average of $659.90. 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.
Ergot alkaloids exports from the United States
The United States exported $2.0 million of ergot alkaloids in 2024 (49 tonnes). It ranks 8th of 45 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were China (36%), Czech Republic (16%), Netherlands (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Czech Republic grew fastest (+652% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $705K | 36% |
| Czech Republic | $319K | 16% |
| Netherlands | $227K | 12% |
| Spain | $207K | 11% |
| Japan | $77K | 3.9% |
| Austria | $72K | 3.6% |
| Germany | $68K | 3.5% |
| Canada | $38K | 1.9% |
| India | $34K | 1.7% |
| Costa Rica | $32K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States ergot alkaloids imports (HS 2939.69): 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 2939.69: Alkaloids: of rye ergot and their derivatives, salts thereof, n.e.c. in item no. 2939.6.
Common questions
What is the value of ergot alkaloids imported by the United States?
The United States imported ergot alkaloids worth $6.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4 tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 96 countries worldwide, with 8% of world imports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply ergot alkaloids to the United States?
The Czech Republic was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by Japan (28%) and Italy (22%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 246% on the year.
What is the average import price of ergot alkaloids per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1,766.26 per kg in 2024, 168% above the world average of $659.90 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of ergot alkaloids to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.2 million in 2017 to $6.2 million in 2024, a fall of 1%. The peak was 2017 at $6.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.5 million a year.
Does the United States also export ergot alkaloids?
Yes. The United States exported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, the Czech Republic and the Netherlands. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $4.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for ergot alkaloids?
The HS code for ergot alkaloids is subheading 2939.69. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2939 page.
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