Fuel and oil additive exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $666.5 million of fuel and oil additive in 2024 (144.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 135 countries for exports of this product. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $851.0 million.
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 | $666.5M | 144.2K t |
| 2023 | $666.3M | 138.3K t |
| 2022 | $851.0M | 185.8K t |
| 2021 | $769.8M | 1.13M t |
| 2020 | $623.9M | 227.1K t |
| 2019 | $672.4M | 188.6K t |
| 2018 | $699.1M | 157.7K t |
| 2017 | $612.7M | 140.1K t |
Where the United States exports fuel and oil additive to
The largest buyer markets were Canada (25%), Mexico (18%), Saudi Arabia (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+616% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $164.9M | 25% |
| Mexico | $118.1M | 18% |
| Saudi Arabia | $41.6M | 6.2% |
| Argentina | $34.3M | 5.1% |
| Colombia | $26.3M | 4% |
| Belgium | $21.2M | 3.2% |
| France | $20.7M | 3.1% |
| Singapore | $20.4M | 3.1% |
| Kazakhstan | $16.8M | 2.5% |
| Japan | $15.1M | 2.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.62 per kg, close to the world average of $3.98.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fuel and oil additive imports to the United States
The United States imported $135.2 million of fuel and oil additive in 2024 (25.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 211 countries for imports of this product. One supplier dominates: Germany accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+935% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $69.2M | 51% |
| India | $20.2M | 15% |
| United Kingdom | $10.5M | 7.8% |
| Mexico | $7.4M | 5.5% |
| Canada | $6.8M | 5% |
| France | $5.0M | 3.7% |
| Netherlands | $4.2M | 3.1% |
| Indonesia | $3.0M | 2.2% |
| Japan | $2.4M | 1.8% |
| Spain | $1.2M | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States fuel and oil additive exports (HS 3811.90): 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 3811.90: Oxidation and gum inhibitors, viscosity improvers, anti-corrosive preparations, other prepared additives for mineral oils or liquids used as mineral oils (including gasoline), n.e.c. in heading no. 3811.
Common questions
What is the value of fuel and oil additive exported by the United States?
The United States exported fuel and oil additive worth $666.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 144.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 135 countries worldwide, with 26% of world exports. The value was up 0% on 2023.
Which countries buy fuel and oil additive from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 25% of the value ($164.9 million), followed by Mexico (18%) and Saudi Arabia (6%). The top three together account for 49%, out of 151 buyer countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 616% on the year.
What is the average export price of fuel and oil additive per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.62 per kg in 2024, 16% above the world average of $3.98 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of fuel and oil additive from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $612.7 million in 2017 to $666.5 million in 2024, an increase of 9%. The peak was 2022 at $851.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $695.2 million a year.
Does the United States also import fuel and oil additive?
Yes. The United States imported $135.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, India and the United Kingdom. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $531.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for fuel and oil additive?
The HS code for fuel and oil additive is subheading 3811.90. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3811 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United States. Tell us your product to see it live.
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