Melamine imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported melamine worth $37.9 million (23.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 137 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 25% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $139.2 million.
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 | $37.9M | 23.1K t |
| 2023 | $50.6M | 24.2K t |
| 2022 | $139.2M | 38.4K t |
| 2021 | $46.6M | 24.6K t |
| 2020 | $26.0M | 23.7K t |
| 2019 | $47.8M | 33.5K t |
| 2018 | $59.1M | 37.0K t |
| 2017 | $47.4M | 32.3K t |
Where the United States imports melamine from
The largest suppliers were Netherlands (34%), Austria (26%), Trinidad and Tobago (12%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $12.8M | 34% |
| Austria | $9.7M | 26% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $4.5M | 12% |
| Germany | $4.1M | 11% |
| India | $3.6M | 9.4% |
| Qatar | $1.5M | 4% |
| Japan | $1.2M | 3.2% |
| Turkey | $146K | 0.4% |
| China | $122K | 0.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $116K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.64 per kg, 44% above the world average of $1.14. 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.
Melamine exports from the United States
The United States exported $30.7 million of melamine in 2024 (25.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 69 countries. The largest buyer markets were Canada (39%), Romania (16%), United Kingdom (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Romania grew fastest (+435% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $12.0M | 39% |
| Romania | $4.8M | 16% |
| United Kingdom | $4.2M | 14% |
| Brazil | $2.6M | 8.4% |
| Netherlands | $2.2M | 7.1% |
| Germany | $1.2M | 4% |
| Mexico | $1.2M | 3.8% |
| Colombia | $946K | 3.1% |
| Chile | $676K | 2.2% |
| France | $272K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States melamine imports (HS 2933.61): 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 2933.61: Heterocyclic compounds: containing an unfused triazine ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure, melamine.
Common questions
What is the value of melamine imported by the United States?
The United States imported melamine worth $37.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 23.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 137 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply melamine to the United States?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($12.8 million), followed by Austria (26%) and Trinidad and Tobago (12%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 46% on the year.
What is the average import price of melamine per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.64 per kg in 2024, 44% above the world average of $1.14 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of melamine to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $47.4 million in 2017 to $37.9 million in 2024, a fall of 20%. The peak was 2022 at $139.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $56.8 million a year.
Does the United States also export melamine?
Yes. The United States exported $30.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Romania and the United Kingdom. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $7.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for melamine?
The HS code for melamine is subheading 2933.61. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2933 page.
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