Glycol ethers (other alkyl) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $63.5 million of glycol ethers (other alkyl) in 2024 (38.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 67 countries. Value fell 11% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $111.1 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 | $63.5M | 38.0K t |
| 2023 | $71.5M | 44.5K t |
| 2022 | $111.1M | 57.1K t |
| 2021 | $100.4M | 57.8K t |
| 2020 | $95.6M | 65.0K t |
| 2019 | $102.9M | 67.9K t |
| 2018 | $101.5M | 63.5K t |
| 2017 | $101.7M | 60.7K t |
Where the United States exports glycol ethers (other alkyl) to
Most of it went to South Korea (32%), Japan (12%), Ireland (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Switzerland grew fastest (+302% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $20.3M | 32% |
| Japan | $7.4M | 12% |
| Ireland | $5.0M | 7.9% |
| Switzerland | $3.3M | 5.1% |
| Belgium | $3.1M | 4.9% |
| Taiwan | $2.7M | 4.2% |
| Canada | $2.1M | 3.4% |
| Brazil | $1.8M | 2.9% |
| China | $1.7M | 2.7% |
| Germany | $1.6M | 2.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.67 per kg, close to the world average of $1.95.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Glycol ethers (other alkyl) imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported glycol ethers (other alkyl) worth $3.9 million (1.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Most of the value came from France (27%), China (18%), Japan (9%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+543% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $1.1M | 27% |
| China | $698K | 18% |
| Japan | $373K | 9.5% |
| Germany | $349K | 8.9% |
| Greece | $323K | 8.2% |
| Taiwan | $241K | 6.1% |
| Brazil | $217K | 5.5% |
| India | $195K | 5% |
| Belgium | $149K | 3.8% |
| United Kingdom | $79K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States glycol ethers (other alkyl) exports (HS 2909.44): 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 2909.44: Ether-alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives: monoalkylethers of ethylene glycol or of diethylene glycol n.e.c. in heading no. 2909.
Common questions
What is the value of glycol ethers (other alkyl) exported by the United States?
The United States exported glycol ethers (other alkyl) worth $63.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 38.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 67 countries worldwide, with 27% of world exports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries buy glycol ethers (other alkyl) from the United States?
South Korea was the largest buyer with 32% of the value ($20.3 million), followed by Japan (12%) and Ireland (8%). The top three together account for 51%, out of 72 buyer countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 302% on the year.
What is the average export price of glycol ethers (other alkyl) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.67 per kg in 2024, 14% below the world average of $1.95 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of glycol ethers (other alkyl) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $101.7 million in 2017 to $63.5 million in 2024, a fall of 38%. The peak was 2022 at $111.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $93.5 million a year.
Does the United States also import glycol ethers (other alkyl)?
Yes. The United States imported $3.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from France, China and Japan. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $59.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for glycol ethers (other alkyl)?
The HS code for glycol ethers (other alkyl) is subheading 2909.44. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2909 page.
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