HFC/PFC refrigerant blends imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported hfc/pfc refrigerant blends worth $112.3 million (19.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 192 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 5% 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 .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $112.3M | 19.2K t |
| 2023 | $107.4M | 18.3K t |
| 2022 | $93.7M | 13.1K t |
| 2021 | $120.9M | 19.0K t |
| 2020 | $21.1M | 4.4K t |
| 2019 | $23.8M | 4.1K t |
| 2018 | $49.2M | 7.6K t |
| 2017 | $54.7M | 9.8K t |
Where the United States imports hfc/pfc refrigerant blends from
The largest suppliers were China (44%), India (42%), Netherlands (7%). Among the main suppliers, Taiwan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $49.5M | 44% |
| India | $47.1M | 42% |
| Netherlands | $8.1M | 7.2% |
| Taiwan | $3.3M | 3% |
| Japan | $1.5M | 1.4% |
| Mexico | $592K | 0.5% |
| Belgium | $464K | 0.4% |
| Spain | $448K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $432K | 0.4% |
| South Korea | $283K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.84 per kg, 28% below the world average of $8.15, 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.
HFC/PFC refrigerant blends exports from the United States
Exports of hfc/pfc refrigerant blends by the United States reached $92.3 million in 2024 (6.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 85 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Canada (35%), Mexico (29%), Netherlands (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+396% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $32.2M | 35% |
| Mexico | $26.6M | 29% |
| Netherlands | $9.1M | 9.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $5.4M | 5.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $4.7M | 5.1% |
| Brazil | $2.1M | 2.2% |
| Pakistan | $1.5M | 1.6% |
| France | $1.4M | 1.5% |
| United Kingdom | $1.3M | 1.5% |
| Taiwan | $881K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States hfc/pfc refrigerant blends imports (HS 3824.78): 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 3824.78: Mixtures containing halogenated derivatives of methane, ethane or propane: containing perfluorocarbons (PFCs) or hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), but not containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) or hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs).
Common questions
What is the value of hfc/pfc refrigerant blends imported by the United States?
The United States imported hfc/pfc refrigerant blends worth $112.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 19.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 192 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply hfc/pfc refrigerant blends to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($49.5 million), followed by India (42%) and the Netherlands (7%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 126% on the year.
What is the average import price of hfc/pfc refrigerant blends per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.84 per kg in 2024, 28% below the world average of $8.15 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of hfc/pfc refrigerant blends to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $54.7 million in 2017 to $112.3 million in 2024, an increase of 105%. The peak was 2021 at $120.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $72.9 million a year.
Does the United States also export hfc/pfc refrigerant blends?
Yes. The United States exported $92.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and the Netherlands. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $19.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for hfc/pfc refrigerant blends?
The HS code for hfc/pfc refrigerant blends is subheading 3824.78. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3824 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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