Isoprene rubber exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $107.3 million of isoprene rubber in 2024 (29.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 55 countries. That is 7% less 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 .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $107.3M | 29.0K t |
| 2023 | $115.7M | 28.3K t |
| 2022 | $118.9M | 26.7K t |
| 2021 | $100.0M | 24.5K t |
| 2020 | $112.1M | 30.7K t |
| 2019 | $132.2M | 31.7K t |
| 2018 | $127.3M | 29.1K t |
| 2017 | $114.9M | 24.5K t |
Where the United States exports isoprene rubber to
Most of it went to Canada (22%), Brazil (20%), Mexico (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Chile grew fastest (+107% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $24.0M | 22% |
| Brazil | $22.0M | 21% |
| Mexico | $12.3M | 12% |
| Chile | $10.9M | 10% |
| Netherlands | $9.5M | 8.9% |
| Japan | $6.3M | 5.8% |
| Malaysia | $4.9M | 4.5% |
| France | $4.6M | 4.3% |
| Taiwan | $2.3M | 2.1% |
| China | $1.5M | 1.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.70 per kg, 61% above the world average of $2.30. 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.
Isoprene rubber imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported isoprene rubber worth $26.1 million (9.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 3%. One supplier dominates: Japan accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+95% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $13.8M | 53% |
| Russia | $3.5M | 13% |
| China | $2.8M | 11% |
| Taiwan | $2.0M | 7.7% |
| India | $1.7M | 6.6% |
| United Kingdom | $803K | 3.1% |
| Sweden | $740K | 2.8% |
| Turkey | $274K | 1.1% |
| Lithuania | $156K | 0.6% |
| Malaysia | $89K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States isoprene rubber exports (HS 4002.60): 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 4002.60: Rubber: synthetic, isoprene rubber (IR), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip.
Common questions
What is the value of isoprene rubber exported by the United States?
The United States exported isoprene rubber worth $107.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 29.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 55 countries worldwide, with 12% of world exports. The value was down 7% on 2023.
Which countries buy isoprene rubber from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 22% of the value ($24.0 million), followed by Brazil (20%) and Mexico (11%). The top three together account for 54%, out of 46 buyer countries in total. Chile grew fastest among the top ten, up 107% on the year.
What is the average export price of isoprene rubber per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.70 per kg in 2024, 61% above the world average of $2.30 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of isoprene rubber from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $114.9 million in 2017 to $107.3 million in 2024, a fall of 7%. The peak was 2019 at $132.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $116.1 million a year.
Does the United States also import isoprene rubber?
Yes. The United States imported $26.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Japan, Russia and China. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $81.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for isoprene rubber?
The HS code for isoprene rubber is subheading 4002.60. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4002 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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