Phosphite esters imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of phosphite esters by the United States reached $58.6 million in 2024 (13.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 110 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 25% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% a year on average.
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 | $58.6M | 13.2K t |
| 2023 | $46.8M | 8.8K t |
| 2022 | $51.2M | 14.1K t |
| 2021 | $42.5M | 12.1K t |
| 2020 | $37.6M | 8.4K t |
| 2019 | $33.6M | 14.6K t |
| 2018 | $30.5M | 8.8K t |
| 2017 | $15.2M | 2.6K t |
Where the United States imports phosphite esters from
Most of the value came from South Korea (30%), Singapore (21%), India (19%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+585% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $17.8M | 30% |
| Singapore | $12.5M | 21% |
| India | $11.2M | 19% |
| Taiwan | $7.1M | 12% |
| United Kingdom | $2.0M | 3.4% |
| Italy | $1.9M | 3.3% |
| Japan | $1.9M | 3.2% |
| Spain | $1.6M | 2.8% |
| China | $1.0M | 1.8% |
| Germany | $712K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.43 per kg, 20% above the world average of $3.69. 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.
Phosphite esters exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported phosphite esters worth $27.3 million (3.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 61 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were France (23%), China (14%), Canada (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 48%. Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+318% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $6.1M | 23% |
| China | $3.8M | 14% |
| Canada | $3.1M | 11% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.6M | 9.4% |
| India | $1.6M | 5.9% |
| Mexico | $1.5M | 5.6% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 4.8% |
| Colombia | $1.0M | 3.8% |
| South Korea | $1.0M | 3.7% |
| Taiwan | $955K | 3.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States phosphite esters imports (HS 2920.29): 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 2920.29: Esters: phosphite esters and their salts: their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, n.e.c. in heading no. 2920.
Common questions
What is the value of phosphite esters imported by the United States?
The United States imported phosphite esters worth $58.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 110 countries worldwide, with 12% of world imports. The value was up 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply phosphite esters to the United States?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($17.8 million), followed by Singapore (21%) and India (19%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 585% on the year.
What is the average import price of phosphite esters per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.43 per kg in 2024, 20% above the world average of $3.69 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of phosphite esters to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $15.2 million in 2017 to $58.6 million in 2024, an increase of 284%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $39.5 million a year.
Does the United States also export phosphite esters?
Yes. The United States exported $27.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, China and Canada. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $31.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for phosphite esters?
The HS code for phosphite esters is subheading 2920.29. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2920 page.
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