Maleic anhydride exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $50.7 million of maleic anhydride in 2024 (34.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 57 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 9% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $69.4 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 | $50.7M | 34.8K t |
| 2023 | $55.9M | 37.0K t |
| 2022 | $52.9M | 28.0K t |
| 2021 | $69.4M | 41.5K t |
| 2020 | $54.4M | 50.2K t |
| 2019 | $64.7M | 49.0K t |
| 2018 | $60.9M | 47.5K t |
| 2017 | $64.9M | 52.1K t |
Where the United States exports maleic anhydride to
Most of it went to Mexico (31%), Brazil (16%), Germany (9%). Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+150% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $15.9M | 31% |
| Brazil | $8.3M | 16% |
| Germany | $4.7M | 9.3% |
| Canada | $4.4M | 8.7% |
| Colombia | $4.3M | 8.5% |
| Turkey | $4.2M | 8.3% |
| United Kingdom | $2.4M | 4.7% |
| France | $2.1M | 4.2% |
| Denmark | $1.5M | 3% |
| Slovenia | $697K | 1.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.46 per kg, 27% above the world average of $1.15. 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.
Maleic anhydride imports to the United States
Imports of maleic anhydride by the United States reached $19.0 million in 2024 (13.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 99 countries for imports of this product. Most of the value came from South Korea (33%), Taiwan (26%), Austria (12%). Among the main suppliers, Argentina grew fastest (+181% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $6.2M | 33% |
| Taiwan | $4.9M | 26% |
| Austria | $2.3M | 12% |
| Argentina | $2.1M | 11% |
| Canada | $1.5M | 8.1% |
| Malaysia | $1.3M | 6.7% |
| China | $405K | 2.1% |
| Germany | $210K | 1.1% |
| Hungary | $35K | 0.2% |
| India | $23K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States maleic anhydride exports (HS 2917.14): 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 2917.14: Acids: acyclic polycarboxylic acids: maleic anhydride.
Common questions
What is the value of maleic anhydride exported by the United States?
The United States exported maleic anhydride worth $50.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 34.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 57 countries worldwide, with 9% of world exports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries buy maleic anhydride from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 31% of the value ($15.9 million), followed by Brazil (16%) and Germany (9%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 30 buyer countries in total. Slovenia grew fastest among the top ten, up 607% on the year.
What is the average export price of maleic anhydride per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.46 per kg in 2024, 27% above the world average of $1.15 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of maleic anhydride from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $64.9 million in 2017 to $50.7 million in 2024, a fall of 22%. The peak was 2021 at $69.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $59.2 million a year.
Does the United States also import maleic anhydride?
Yes. The United States imported $19.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Korea, Taiwan and Austria. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $31.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for maleic anhydride?
The HS code for maleic anhydride is subheading 2917.14. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2917 page.
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