Nitrogen gas exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $34.3 million of nitrogen gas in 2024 (148.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 125 countries. That is 7% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $43.4 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 | $34.3M | 148.5K t |
| 2023 | $32.2M | 137.0K t |
| 2022 | $30.1M | 176.7K t |
| 2021 | $26.6M | 227.9K t |
| 2020 | $18.5M | 164.1K t |
| 2019 | $43.4M | 379.1K t |
| 2018 | $34.0M | 186.8K t |
| 2017 | $31.4M | 308.4K t |
Where the United States exports nitrogen gas to
The largest buyer markets were Canada (31%), Mexico (21%), Saudi Arabia (18%). Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+664% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $10.6M | 31% |
| Mexico | $7.3M | 21% |
| Saudi Arabia | $6.3M | 18% |
| Chile | $966K | 2.8% |
| Netherlands | $705K | 2.1% |
| United Kingdom | $653K | 1.9% |
| Indonesia | $513K | 1.5% |
| Hong Kong | $495K | 1.4% |
| China | $471K | 1.4% |
| Malaysia | $367K | 1.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.23 per kg, 53% above the world average of $0.15. 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.
Nitrogen gas imports to the United States
The United States imported $3.6 million of nitrogen gas in 2024 (14.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were Taiwan (18%), Canada (17%), Italy (16%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+298% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | $645K | 18% |
| Canada | $612K | 17% |
| Italy | $578K | 16% |
| Czech Republic | $559K | 15% |
| Germany | $329K | 9.1% |
| Japan | $179K | 4.9% |
| Hong Kong | $97K | 2.7% |
| France | $74K | 2% |
| Sweden | $73K | 2% |
| India | $73K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States nitrogen gas exports (HS 2804.30): 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 2804.30: Nitrogen.
Common questions
What is the value of nitrogen gas exported by the United States?
The United States exported nitrogen gas worth $34.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 148.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 125 countries worldwide, with 12% of world exports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries buy nitrogen gas from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 31% of the value ($10.6 million), followed by Mexico (21%) and Saudi Arabia (18%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 119 buyer countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 664% on the year.
What is the average export price of nitrogen gas per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.23 per kg in 2024, 53% above the world average of $0.15 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of nitrogen gas from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $31.4 million in 2017 to $34.3 million in 2024, an increase of 9%. The peak was 2019 at $43.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $31.3 million a year.
Does the United States also import nitrogen gas?
Yes. The United States imported $3.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Taiwan, Canada and Italy. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $30.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for nitrogen gas?
The HS code for nitrogen gas is subheading 2804.30. It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2804 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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