Leather finishing agent exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $24.1 million of leather finishing agent in 2024 (4.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 95 countries for exports of this product. That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $54.1 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 | $24.1M | 4.4K t |
| 2023 | $23.7M | 4.2K t |
| 2022 | $39.0M | 6.9K t |
| 2021 | $36.9M | 7.5K t |
| 2020 | $30.6M | 7.0K t |
| 2019 | $40.6M | 9.2K t |
| 2018 | $48.9M | 12.2K t |
| 2017 | $54.1M | 11.3K t |
Where the United States exports leather finishing agent to
The largest buyer markets were Mexico (36%), China (16%), Australia (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Thailand grew fastest (+146% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $8.6M | 36% |
| China | $3.8M | 16% |
| Australia | $2.1M | 8.8% |
| Thailand | $1.8M | 7.4% |
| Hong Kong | $1.4M | 6% |
| United Kingdom | $1.4M | 5.8% |
| South Korea | $950K | 3.9% |
| Brazil | $465K | 1.9% |
| Japan | $429K | 1.8% |
| Indonesia | $341K | 1.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.52 per kg, 80% above the world average of $3.06. 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.
Leather finishing agent imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported leather finishing agent worth $6.6 million (2.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. The largest suppliers were Germany (34%), Brazil (26%), Italy (14%). Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest (+405% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $2.3M | 34% |
| Brazil | $1.7M | 26% |
| Italy | $962K | 15% |
| France | $629K | 9.5% |
| Japan | $189K | 2.8% |
| Netherlands | $181K | 2.7% |
| Hong Kong | $163K | 2.5% |
| Canada | $117K | 1.8% |
| United Kingdom | $109K | 1.7% |
| China | $95K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States leather finishing agent exports (HS 3809.93): 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 3809.93: Finishing agents and dye carriers: to accelerate dyeing or fixing of dye-stuffs, other products and preparations, used in the leather or like (excluding paper and textile) industries, (excluding those with a basis of amylaceous substances).
Common questions
What is the value of leather finishing agent exported by the United States?
The United States exported leather finishing agent worth $24.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 95 countries worldwide, with 6% of world exports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries buy leather finishing agent from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 36% of the value ($8.6 million), followed by China (16%) and Australia (9%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 71 buyer countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 146% on the year.
What is the average export price of leather finishing agent per kg?
The average declared export value was about $5.52 per kg in 2024, 80% above the world average of $3.06 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of leather finishing agent from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $54.1 million in 2017 to $24.1 million in 2024, a fall of 55%. The peak was 2017 at $54.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $37.2 million a year.
Does the United States also import leather finishing agent?
Yes. The United States imported $6.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, Brazil and Italy. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $17.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for leather finishing agent?
The HS code for leather finishing agent is subheading 3809.93. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3809 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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