Polymethyl methacrylate exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of polymethyl methacrylate by the United States reached $132.6 million in 2024 (34.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 104 countries for exports of this product. That is close to the 2023 level. 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 | $132.6M | 34.7K t |
| 2023 | $131.3M | 32.8K t |
| 2022 | $122.8M | 30.7K t |
| 2021 | $114.8M | 30.9K t |
| 2020 | $82.9M | 22.2K t |
| 2019 | $100.6M | 27.0K t |
| 2018 | $125.2M | 32.6K t |
| 2017 | $115.5M | 29.7K t |
Where the United States exports polymethyl methacrylate to
Mexico alone took 59% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $78.7M | 59% |
| Canada | $14.6M | 11% |
| China | $3.8M | 2.9% |
| Singapore | $3.4M | 2.6% |
| Malaysia | $3.2M | 2.4% |
| Italy | $3.2M | 2.4% |
| Germany | $2.7M | 2.1% |
| Austria | $2.5M | 1.9% |
| Sweden | $2.1M | 1.6% |
| South Korea | $1.7M | 1.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.82 per kg, 43% above the world average of $2.68. 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.
Polymethyl methacrylate imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported polymethyl methacrylate worth $56.8 million (16.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 187 countries. The largest suppliers were South Korea (38%), Japan (21%), Malaysia (8%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+82% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $21.8M | 39% |
| Japan | $12.0M | 21% |
| Malaysia | $4.4M | 7.7% |
| Germany | $3.4M | 5.9% |
| Italy | $3.0M | 5.2% |
| Canada | $2.4M | 4.3% |
| Singapore | $2.4M | 4.1% |
| Taiwan | $1.4M | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | $1.1M | 1.9% |
| Netherlands | $926K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States polymethyl methacrylate exports (HS 3906.10): 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 3906.10: Acrylic polymers: poly(methyl methacrylate), in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of polymethyl methacrylate exported by the United States?
The United States exported polymethyl methacrylate worth $132.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 34.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 104 countries worldwide, with 8% of world exports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries buy polymethyl methacrylate from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 59% of the value ($78.7 million), followed by Canada (11%) and China (3%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 100 buyer countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 34% on the year.
What is the average export price of polymethyl methacrylate per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.82 per kg in 2024, 43% above the world average of $2.68 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of polymethyl methacrylate from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $115.5 million in 2017 to $132.6 million in 2024, an increase of 15%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $115.7 million a year.
Does the United States also import polymethyl methacrylate?
Yes. The United States imported $56.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Korea, Japan and Malaysia. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $75.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for polymethyl methacrylate?
The HS code for polymethyl methacrylate is subheading 3906.10. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3906 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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