Formic acid esters imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $11.1 million of formic acid esters in 2024 (3.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 106 countries. That is 39% more than in 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 | $11.1M | 3.4K t |
| 2023 | $8.0M | 2.4K t |
| 2022 | $8.2M | 1.8K t |
| 2021 | $8.0M | 3.5K t |
| 2020 | $7.9M | 2.7K t |
| 2019 | $8.7M | 3.0K t |
| 2018 | $10.8M | 3.6K t |
| 2017 | $8.5M | 3.4K t |
Where the United States imports formic acid esters from
The largest suppliers were Canada (31%), China (24%), Germany (19%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+359% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $3.4M | 31% |
| China | $2.7M | 24% |
| Germany | $2.1M | 19% |
| Finland | $1.3M | 12% |
| Japan | $378K | 3.4% |
| France | $270K | 2.4% |
| India | $178K | 1.6% |
| Mexico | $177K | 1.6% |
| United Kingdom | $172K | 1.6% |
| Spain | $116K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.29 per kg, 24% below the world average of $4.33, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Formic acid esters exports from the United States
The United States exported $3.3 million of formic acid esters in 2024 (274 tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 55 countries. The largest buyer markets were Angola (18%), India (14%), China (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 43%. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+457% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Angola | $587K | 18% |
| India | $468K | 14% |
| China | $359K | 11% |
| Saudi Arabia | $316K | 9.6% |
| Switzerland | $193K | 5.8% |
| Netherlands | $171K | 5.2% |
| Mexico | $161K | 4.9% |
| Germany | $126K | 3.8% |
| Singapore | $108K | 3.3% |
| Gabon | $104K | 3.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States formic acid esters imports (HS 2915.13): 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 2915.13: Acids: saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids: esters of formic acid.
Common questions
What is the value of formic acid esters imported by the United States?
The United States imported formic acid esters worth $11.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 106 countries worldwide, with 21% of world imports. The value was up 39% on 2023.
Which countries supply formic acid esters to the United States?
Canada was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($3.4 million), followed by China (24%) and Germany (19%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 359% on the year.
What is the average import price of formic acid esters per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.29 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $4.33 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of formic acid esters to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.5 million in 2017 to $11.1 million in 2024, an increase of 30%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $8.9 million a year.
Does the United States also export formic acid esters?
Yes. The United States exported $3.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Angola, India and China. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $7.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for formic acid esters?
The HS code for formic acid esters is subheading 2915.13. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2915 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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