Ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes worth $68.9 million (7.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 126 countries. That is 76% more 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 .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $68.9M | 7.5K t |
| 2023 | $39.2M | 9.6K t |
| 2022 | $63.2M | 11.5K t |
| 2021 | $49.7M | 12.1K t |
| 2020 | $49.7M | 10.1K t |
| 2019 | $57.8M | 10.5K t |
| 2018 | $80.3M | 13.4K t |
| 2017 | $53.1M | 8.9K t |
Where the United States imports ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes from
Most of the value came from Belgium (35%), Germany (20%), China (18%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+374% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $24.4M | 36% |
| Germany | $13.7M | 20% |
| China | $12.6M | 18% |
| Taiwan | $6.5M | 9.4% |
| Brazil | $4.6M | 6.7% |
| France | $2.3M | 3.3% |
| South Korea | $1.8M | 2.6% |
| Italy | $1.7M | 2.4% |
| Hong Kong | $287K | 0.4% |
| Japan | $246K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.15 per kg, 117% above the world average of $4.22. 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.
Ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes worth $10.0 million (3.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 67 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Mexico (32%), Belgium (16%), Germany (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest (+726% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $3.2M | 32% |
| Belgium | $1.6M | 16% |
| Germany | $770K | 7.7% |
| Switzerland | $598K | 6% |
| China | $407K | 4.1% |
| United Kingdom | $382K | 3.8% |
| Netherlands | $333K | 3.3% |
| Canada | $301K | 3% |
| Turkey | $274K | 2.7% |
| Brazil | $265K | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes imports (HS 2914.40): 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 2914.40: Ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes.
Common questions
What is the value of ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes imported by the United States?
The United States imported ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes worth $68.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 126 countries worldwide, with 29% of world imports. The value was up 76% on 2023.
Which countries supply ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes to the United States?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($24.4 million), followed by Germany (20%) and China (18%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 374% on the year.
What is the average import price of ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.15 per kg in 2024, 117% above the world average of $4.22 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $53.1 million in 2017 to $68.9 million in 2024, an increase of 30%. The peak was 2018 at $80.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $57.8 million a year.
Does the United States also export ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes?
Yes. The United States exported $10.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Belgium and Germany. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $58.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes?
The HS code for ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes is subheading 2914.40. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2914 page.
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