Polymer solvent paint exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of polymer solvent paint by the United States reached $923.4 million in 2024 (79.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 175 countries. That is 6% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $923.4M | 79.5K t |
| 2023 | $987.4M | 87.5K t |
| 2022 | $1.03B | 96.2K t |
| 2021 | $855.3M | 94.1K t |
| 2020 | $696.5M | 80.0K t |
| 2019 | $790.4M | 85.3K t |
| 2018 | $811.9M | 107.2K t |
| 2017 | $735.7M | 98.6K t |
Where the United States exports polymer solvent paint to
The largest buyer markets were Canada (24%), Mexico (24%), China (9%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $218.7M | 24% |
| Mexico | $217.2M | 24% |
| China | $78.9M | 8.5% |
| Japan | $53.9M | 5.8% |
| South Korea | $39.9M | 4.3% |
| Brazil | $26.1M | 2.8% |
| Germany | $20.2M | 2.2% |
| India | $20.1M | 2.2% |
| United Kingdom | $17.6M | 1.9% |
| Australia | $14.4M | 1.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.61 per kg, 97% above the world average of $5.90. 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.
Polymer solvent paint imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported polymer solvent paint worth $403.0 million (42.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 225 countries for imports of this product. Most of the value came from Canada (19%), Germany (13%), South Korea (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 45%.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $75.7M | 19% |
| Germany | $52.5M | 13% |
| South Korea | $51.5M | 13% |
| Japan | $42.0M | 10% |
| United Kingdom | $31.9M | 7.9% |
| Italy | $24.2M | 6% |
| Netherlands | $21.6M | 5.4% |
| Belgium | $15.6M | 3.9% |
| Mexico | $13.0M | 3.2% |
| Spain | $12.8M | 3.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States polymer solvent paint exports (HS 3208.90): 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 3208.90: Paints and varnishes: based on polymers n.e.c. in heading no. 3208, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium.
Common questions
What is the value of polymer solvent paint exported by the United States?
The United States exported polymer solvent paint worth $923.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 79.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 175 countries worldwide, with 10% of world exports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries buy polymer solvent paint from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 24% of the value ($218.7 million), followed by Mexico (24%) and China (9%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 161 buyer countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 16% on the year.
What is the average export price of polymer solvent paint per kg?
The average declared export value was about $11.61 per kg in 2024, 97% above the world average of $5.90 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of polymer solvent paint from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $735.7 million in 2017 to $923.4 million in 2024, an increase of 26%. The peak was 2022 at $1.03 billion. Over 8 years the average was $853.4 million a year.
Does the United States also import polymer solvent paint?
Yes. The United States imported $403.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada, Germany and South Korea. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $520.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for polymer solvent paint?
The HS code for polymer solvent paint is subheading 3208.90. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3208 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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