Ortho-xylene exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of ortho-xylene by the United States reached $47.8 million in 2024 (31.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 59 countries. Value fell 27% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $93.8 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 | $47.8M | 31.7K t |
| 2023 | $65.4M | 56.3K t |
| 2022 | $43.4M | 45.2K t |
| 2021 | $50.7M | 50.3K t |
| 2020 | $51.0M | 72.7K t |
| 2019 | $93.8M | 106.9K t |
| 2018 | $66.1M | 107.2K t |
| 2017 | $45.1M | 61.7K t |
Where the United States exports ortho-xylene to
Mexico alone took 64% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $30.8M | 65% |
| Chile | $7.2M | 15% |
| Germany | $5.2M | 11% |
| Dominican Republic | $1.7M | 3.6% |
| Colombia | $1.4M | 3% |
| Guatemala | $753K | 1.6% |
| Bangladesh | $355K | 0.7% |
| Honduras | $115K | 0.2% |
| Belgium | $56K | 0.1% |
| Singapore | $34K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.51 per kg, 30% above the world average of $1.16. 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.
Ortho-xylene imports to the United States
The United States imported $28.8 million of ortho-xylene in 2024 (34.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 126 countries. Most of the value came from Canada (30%), Netherlands (29%), Singapore (14%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+111% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $8.7M | 30% |
| Netherlands | $8.3M | 29% |
| Singapore | $4.0M | 14% |
| Brazil | $4.0M | 14% |
| South Korea | $3.6M | 13% |
| Germany | $105K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $57K | 0.2% |
| Japan | $27K | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | $21K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $12K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States ortho-xylene exports (HS 2902.41): 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 2902.41: Cyclic hydrocarbons: o-xylene.
Common questions
What is the value of ortho-xylene exported by the United States?
The United States exported ortho-xylene worth $47.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 31.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 59 countries worldwide, with 5% of world exports. The value was down 27% on 2023.
Which countries buy ortho-xylene from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 64% of the value ($30.8 million), followed by Chile (15%) and Germany (11%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 47 buyer countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 98% on the year.
What is the average export price of ortho-xylene per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.51 per kg in 2024, 30% above the world average of $1.16 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of ortho-xylene from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $45.1 million in 2017 to $47.8 million in 2024, an increase of 6%. The peak was 2019 at $93.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $57.9 million a year.
Does the United States also import ortho-xylene?
Yes. The United States imported $28.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada, the Netherlands and Singapore. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $19.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for ortho-xylene?
The HS code for ortho-xylene is subheading 2902.41. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2902 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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