N-butyl acetate exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported n-butyl acetate worth $68.7 million (42.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 72 countries for exports of this product. That is 5% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $92.9 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 | $68.7M | 42.1K t |
| 2023 | $65.3M | 30.1K t |
| 2022 | $92.2M | 39.2K t |
| 2021 | $92.9M | 43.0K t |
| 2020 | $61.2M | 50.1K t |
| 2019 | $66.6M | 51.0K t |
| 2018 | $74.0M | 52.2K t |
| 2017 | $63.5M | 48.9K t |
Where the United States exports n-butyl acetate to
Most of it went to Mexico (42%), Canada (15%), Brazil (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Guatemala grew fastest (+174% on the year before).
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.63 per kg, 27% above the world average of $1.28. 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.
N-butyl acetate imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported n-butyl acetate worth $15.0 million (5.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Most of the value came from Germany (35%), Ireland (21%), South Korea (15%). Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+252% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $5.3M | 36% |
| Ireland | $3.1M | 21% |
| South Korea | $2.3M | 15% |
| Taiwan | $2.1M | 14% |
| China | $681K | 4.5% |
| Belgium | $641K | 4.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $296K | 2% |
| India | $232K | 1.6% |
| Turkey | $224K | 1.5% |
| Switzerland | $40K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States n-butyl acetate exports (HS 2915.33): 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 2915.33: Acids: saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids: n-butyl acetate.
Common questions
What is the value of n-butyl acetate exported by the United States?
The United States exported n-butyl acetate worth $68.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 42.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 72 countries worldwide, with 11% of world exports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries buy n-butyl acetate from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 42% of the value ($28.6 million), followed by Canada (15%) and Brazil (11%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 59 buyer countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 451% on the year.
What is the average export price of n-butyl acetate per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.63 per kg in 2024, 27% above the world average of $1.28 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of n-butyl acetate from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $63.5 million in 2017 to $68.7 million in 2024, an increase of 8%. The peak was 2021 at $92.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $73.0 million a year.
Does the United States also import n-butyl acetate?
Yes. The United States imported $15.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, Ireland and South Korea. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $53.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for n-butyl acetate?
The HS code for n-butyl acetate is subheading 2915.33. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2915 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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