Gluconic acid exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of gluconic acid by the United States reached $19.3 million in 2024 (6.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 77 countries. That is 47% more than in 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 | $19.3M | 6.4K t |
| 2023 | $13.1M | 7.9K t |
| 2022 | $13.5M | 7.3K t |
| 2021 | $12.1M | 7.5K t |
| 2020 | $12.3M | 6.4K t |
| 2019 | $10.7M | 6.4K t |
| 2018 | $11.1M | 6.9K t |
| 2017 | $9.4M | 5.5K t |
Where the United States exports gluconic acid to
Most of it went to Portugal (27%), Canada (25%), Japan (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Ethiopia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Portugal | $5.2M | 27% |
| Canada | $4.9M | 25% |
| Japan | $2.4M | 12% |
| South Korea | $1.5M | 7.6% |
| Poland | $1.1M | 5.5% |
| Australia | $731K | 3.8% |
| Ethiopia | $500K | 2.6% |
| India | $375K | 1.9% |
| Brazil | $274K | 1.4% |
| China | $222K | 1.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.99 per kg, 202% above the world average of $0.99. 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.
Gluconic acid imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported gluconic acid worth $17.7 million (7.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 164 countries for imports of this product. The largest suppliers were France (34%), China (31%), India (19%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+500% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $6.0M | 34% |
| China | $5.4M | 31% |
| India | $3.4M | 19% |
| Netherlands | $1.7M | 9.6% |
| Turkey | $349K | 2% |
| Germany | $248K | 1.4% |
| Italy | $210K | 1.2% |
| United Kingdom | $89K | 0.5% |
| Spain | $54K | 0.3% |
| Israel | $39K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States gluconic acid exports (HS 2918.16): 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 2918.16: Acids: carboxylic acids, (with alcohol function but without other oxygen function), gluconic acid, its salts and esters.
Common questions
What is the value of gluconic acid exported by the United States?
The United States exported gluconic acid worth $19.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 77 countries worldwide, with 6% of world exports. The value was up 47% on 2023.
Which countries buy gluconic acid from the United States?
Portugal was the largest buyer with 27% of the value ($5.2 million), followed by Canada (25%) and Japan (12%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 75 buyer countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 612% on the year.
What is the average export price of gluconic acid per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.99 per kg in 2024, 202% above the world average of $0.99 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of gluconic acid from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $9.4 million in 2017 to $19.3 million in 2024, an increase of 105%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $12.7 million a year.
Does the United States also import gluconic acid?
Yes. The United States imported $17.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from France, China and India. That compares with exports of $19.3 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for gluconic acid?
The HS code for gluconic acid is subheading 2918.16. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2918 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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