Paraformaldehyde imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported paraformaldehyde worth $11.3 million (9.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 125 countries. Value rose 20% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $11.3M | 9.1K t |
| 2023 | $9.4M | 7.7K t |
| 2022 | $10.8M | 7.6K t |
| 2021 | $10.0M | 8.6K t |
| 2020 | $5.4M | 6.2K t |
| 2019 | $5.6M | 5.9K t |
| 2018 | $8.0M | 8.0K t |
| 2017 | $8.4M | 9.4K t |
Where the United States imports paraformaldehyde from
Spain alone supplied 57% of it. Among the main suppliers, Taiwan grew fastest (+715% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $6.4M | 57% |
| United Kingdom | $2.1M | 19% |
| Taiwan | $1.4M | 13% |
| Germany | $683K | 6% |
| India | $216K | 1.9% |
| Singapore | $176K | 1.6% |
| South Korea | $80K | 0.7% |
| Netherlands | $67K | 0.6% |
| Canada | $64K | 0.6% |
| Belgium | $9K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.25 per kg, 51% above the world average of $0.83. 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.
Paraformaldehyde exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported paraformaldehyde worth $5.8 million (5.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 56 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Brazil (35%), Mexico (17%), South Korea (14%). Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+301% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $2.0M | 35% |
| Mexico | $978K | 17% |
| South Korea | $822K | 14% |
| Colombia | $520K | 8.9% |
| Denmark | $384K | 6.6% |
| Canada | $236K | 4.1% |
| China | $137K | 2.4% |
| South Africa | $111K | 1.9% |
| Japan | $109K | 1.9% |
| Hong Kong | $85K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States paraformaldehyde imports (HS 2912.60): 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 2912.60: Paraformaldehyde.
Common questions
What is the value of paraformaldehyde imported by the United States?
The United States imported paraformaldehyde worth $11.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 125 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was up 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply paraformaldehyde to the United States?
Spain was the largest supplier with 57% of the value ($6.4 million), followed by the United Kingdom (19%) and Taiwan (13%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 715% on the year.
What is the average import price of paraformaldehyde per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.25 per kg in 2024, 51% above the world average of $0.83 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of paraformaldehyde to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.4 million in 2017 to $11.3 million in 2024, an increase of 35%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $8.6 million a year.
Does the United States also export paraformaldehyde?
Yes. The United States exported $5.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Brazil, Mexico and South Korea. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $5.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for paraformaldehyde?
The HS code for paraformaldehyde is subheading 2912.60. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2912 page.
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