Natural rubber latex imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported natural rubber latex worth $49.2 million (30.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 170 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 39% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $92.4 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 | $49.2M | 30.9K t |
| 2023 | $35.5M | 26.4K t |
| 2022 | $64.4M | 37.3K t |
| 2021 | $92.4M | 55.3K t |
| 2020 | $48.0M | 36.8K t |
| 2019 | $50.8M | 47.2K t |
| 2018 | $60.8M | 45.5K t |
| 2017 | $64.2M | 54.9K t |
Where the United States imports natural rubber latex from
Most of the value came from Guatemala (32%), Thailand (28%), Vietnam (26%). Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+65% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Guatemala | $15.6M | 32% |
| Thailand | $13.8M | 28% |
| Vietnam | $12.9M | 26% |
| Cameroon | $3.7M | 7.5% |
| Sri Lanka | $1.2M | 2.5% |
| Malaysia | $504K | 1% |
| Sweden | $372K | 0.8% |
| Canada | $362K | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $174K | 0.4% |
| Czech Republic | $169K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.59 per kg, close to the world average of $1.48.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Natural rubber latex exports from the United States
Exports of natural rubber latex by the United States reached $7.8 million in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to China (21%), Canada (20%), Mexico (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+899% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.6M | 21% |
| Canada | $1.5M | 20% |
| Mexico | $1.1M | 14% |
| Netherlands | $772K | 9.9% |
| United Kingdom | $485K | 6.2% |
| Dominican Republic | $193K | 2.5% |
| Australia | $149K | 1.9% |
| Sweden | $147K | 1.9% |
| Norway | $119K | 1.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $112K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States natural rubber latex imports (HS 4001.10): 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 4001.10: Rubber: natural rubber latex, whether or not pre-vulcanised, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip.
Common questions
What is the value of natural rubber latex imported by the United States?
The United States imported natural rubber latex worth $49.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 30.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 170 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 39% on 2023.
Which countries supply natural rubber latex to the United States?
Guatemala was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($15.6 million), followed by Thailand (28%) and Vietnam (26%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. The Czech Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 100% on the year.
What is the average import price of natural rubber latex per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.59 per kg in 2024, 7% above the world average of $1.48 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of natural rubber latex to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $64.2 million in 2017 to $49.2 million in 2024, a fall of 23%. The peak was 2021 at $92.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $58.2 million a year.
Does the United States also export natural rubber latex?
Yes. The United States exported $7.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, Canada and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $41.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for natural rubber latex?
The HS code for natural rubber latex is subheading 4001.10. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4001 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United States. Tell us your product to see it live.
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