Lead anti-knock additive imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of lead anti-knock additive by the United States reached $17.9 million in 2024 (16.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 100 countries for imports of this product. That is close to the 2023 level. 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 | $17.9M | 16.6K t |
| 2023 | $18.2M | 6.7K t |
| 2022 | $13.7M | 10.5K t |
| 2021 | $11.2M | 8.9K t |
| 2020 | $21.3M | 9.7K t |
| 2019 | $15.1M | 5.1K t |
| 2018 | $12.0M | 5.1K t |
| 2017 | $17.9M | 7.2K t |
Where the United States imports lead anti-knock additive from
United Kingdom alone supplied 97% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $17.5M | 97% |
| India | $472K | 2.6% |
| Germany | $3K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.08 per kg, 45% below the world average of $1.97, 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.
Lead anti-knock additive exports from the United States
The United States exported $2.7 million of lead anti-knock additive in 2024 (488 tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 49 countries. The largest buyer markets were Canada (28%), Qatar (25%), Mexico (17%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $751K | 28% |
| Qatar | $672K | 25% |
| Mexico | $456K | 17% |
| United Arab Emirates | $204K | 7.6% |
| China | $149K | 5.6% |
| United Kingdom | $68K | 2.5% |
| Bahamas | $60K | 2.2% |
| Indonesia | $53K | 2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $44K | 1.6% |
| Thailand | $29K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States lead anti-knock additive imports (HS 3811.11): 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 3811.11: Anti-knock preparations: based on lead compounds.
Common questions
What is the value of lead anti-knock additive imported by the United States?
The United States imported lead anti-knock additive worth $17.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 100 countries worldwide, with 31% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply lead anti-knock additive to the United States?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 97% of the value ($17.5 million), followed by India (3%) and Germany (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of lead anti-knock additive per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.08 per kg in 2024, 45% below the world average of $1.97 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of lead anti-knock additive to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.9 million in 2017 to $17.9 million in 2024, an increase of 0%. The peak was 2020 at $21.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.9 million a year.
Does the United States also export lead anti-knock additive?
Yes. The United States exported $2.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Qatar and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $15.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for lead anti-knock additive?
The HS code for lead anti-knock additive is subheading 3811.11. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3811 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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