Ethylene oxide exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of ethylene oxide by the United States reached $24.0 million in 2024 (6.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 54 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 39% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $24.0M | 6.2K t |
| 2023 | $17.3M | 2.2K t |
| 2022 | $12.5M | 986 t |
| 2021 | $10.1M | 807 t |
| 2020 | $9.1M | 584 t |
| 2019 | $9.7M | 571 t |
| 2018 | $11.9M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $11.6M | 1.4K t |
Where the United States exports ethylene oxide to
The largest buyer markets were Mexico (38%), South Korea (9%), Germany (6%). Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $9.1M | 38% |
| South Korea | $2.2M | 9.3% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 6.3% |
| Thailand | $1.4M | 5.8% |
| South Africa | $1.2M | 5.2% |
| India | $1.1M | 4.4% |
| Costa Rica | $701K | 2.9% |
| United Kingdom | $558K | 2.3% |
| Chile | $520K | 2.2% |
| Dominican Republic | $518K | 2.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.89 per kg, 180% above the world average of $1.39. 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.
Ethylene oxide imports to the United States
Imports of ethylene oxide by the United States reached $406 thousand in 2024 (49 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Costa Rica accounted for 86% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Costa Rica grew fastest (+44% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Costa Rica | $348K | 86% |
| Turkey | $41K | 10% |
| India | $6K | 1.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $4K | 1% |
| Peru | $3K | 0.7% |
| Japan | $3K | 0.6% |
| Dominican Republic | $2K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States ethylene oxide exports (HS 2910.10): 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 2910.10: Epoxides, epoxyalcohols, epoxyphenols and epoxyethers: with a three-membered ring and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives: oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Common questions
What is the value of ethylene oxide exported by the United States?
The United States exported ethylene oxide worth $24.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 54 countries worldwide, with 5% of world exports. The value was up 39% on 2023.
Which countries buy ethylene oxide from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 38% of the value ($9.1 million), followed by South Korea (9%) and Germany (6%). The top three together account for 54%, out of 67 buyer countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 175% on the year.
What is the average export price of ethylene oxide per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.89 per kg in 2024, 180% above the world average of $1.39 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of ethylene oxide from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $11.6 million in 2017 to $24.0 million in 2024, an increase of 107%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $13.3 million a year.
Does the United States also import ethylene oxide?
Yes. The United States imported $406 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Costa Rica, Turkey and India. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $23.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for ethylene oxide?
The HS code for ethylene oxide is subheading 2910.10. 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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