Menthol imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported menthol worth $81.0 million (8.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 171 countries for imports of this product. That is 9% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $116.0 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 | $81.0M | 8.1K t |
| 2023 | $74.1M | 7.2K t |
| 2022 | $88.3M | 8.5K t |
| 2021 | $83.5M | 8.4K t |
| 2020 | $113.3M | 10.8K t |
| 2019 | $108.2M | 7.6K t |
| 2018 | $116.0M | 7.3K t |
| 2017 | $77.6M | 6.2K t |
Where the United States imports menthol from
One supplier dominates: Germany accounted for 62% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $50.2M | 62% |
| India | $26.0M | 32% |
| Singapore | $2.0M | 2.4% |
| Malaysia | $929K | 1.2% |
| China | $832K | 1% |
| Japan | $566K | 0.7% |
| Canada | $158K | 0.2% |
| Guatemala | $128K | 0.2% |
| Ecuador | $42K | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | $35K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.98 per kg, close to the world average of $12.32.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Menthol exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported menthol worth $36.9 million (2.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 95 countries. Most of it went to India (24%), Singapore (21%), Brazil (19%). Among the main buyer markets, Philippines grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $8.7M | 24% |
| Singapore | $7.9M | 21% |
| Brazil | $7.0M | 19% |
| Mexico | $4.3M | 12% |
| Germany | $3.3M | 9.1% |
| Canada | $1.5M | 4.1% |
| Japan | $1.0M | 2.8% |
| China | $969K | 2.6% |
| South Korea | $666K | 1.8% |
| Philippines | $639K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States menthol imports (HS 2906.11): 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 2906.11: Alcohols: cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic and derivatives, menthol.
Common questions
What is the value of menthol imported by the United States?
The United States imported menthol worth $81.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 171 countries worldwide, with 12% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply menthol to the United States?
Germany was the largest supplier with 62% of the value ($50.2 million), followed by India (32%) and Singapore (2%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 823% on the year.
What is the average import price of menthol per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.98 per kg in 2024, 19% below the world average of $12.32 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of menthol to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $77.6 million in 2017 to $81.0 million in 2024, an increase of 4%. The peak was 2018 at $116.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $92.7 million a year.
Does the United States also export menthol?
Yes. The United States exported $36.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, Singapore and Brazil. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $44.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for menthol?
The HS code for menthol is subheading 2906.11. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2906 page.
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