Polytetrafluoroethylene exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported polytetrafluoroethylene worth $137.1 million (6.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 75 countries for exports of this product. The value was almost unchanged from 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 | $137.1M | 6.4K t |
| 2023 | $140.2M | 6.7K t |
| 2022 | $146.8M | 8.3K t |
| 2021 | $125.0M | 7.9K t |
| 2020 | $116.3M | 8.1K t |
| 2019 | $149.1M | 13.7K t |
| 2018 | $133.0M | 9.2K t |
| 2017 | $131.9M | 9.5K t |
Where the United States exports polytetrafluoroethylene to
The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (13%), Mexico (13%), Japan (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 40%. Among the main buyer markets, Japan grew fastest (+133% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $18.4M | 14% |
| Mexico | $18.2M | 13% |
| Japan | $18.1M | 13% |
| Belgium | $14.4M | 11% |
| China | $10.9M | 8% |
| Germany | $8.4M | 6.1% |
| Canada | $7.0M | 5.1% |
| Brazil | $6.3M | 4.6% |
| India | $4.8M | 3.5% |
| South Korea | $4.2M | 3.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $21.39 per kg, 81% above the world average of $11.80. 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.
Polytetrafluoroethylene imports to the United States
Imports of polytetrafluoroethylene by the United States reached $136.9 million in 2024 (10.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 158 countries. Most of the value came from India (28%), Japan (18%), Germany (14%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+45% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $38.2M | 28% |
| Japan | $24.3M | 18% |
| Germany | $19.2M | 14% |
| China | $16.6M | 12% |
| Italy | $10.9M | 7.9% |
| Netherlands | $10.3M | 7.5% |
| United Kingdom | $4.3M | 3.2% |
| Canada | $4.0M | 3% |
| Russia | $2.7M | 2% |
| Thailand | $2.0M | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States polytetrafluoroethylene exports (HS 3904.61): 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 3904.61: Halogenated olefin polymers: fluoro-polymers, polytetrafluoroethylene, in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of polytetrafluoroethylene exported by the United States?
The United States exported polytetrafluoroethylene worth $137.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 75 countries worldwide, with 12% of world exports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries buy polytetrafluoroethylene from the United States?
The Netherlands was the largest buyer with 13% of the value ($18.4 million), followed by Mexico (13%) and Japan (13%). The top three together account for 40%, out of 86 buyer countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 133% on the year.
What is the average export price of polytetrafluoroethylene per kg?
The average declared export value was about $21.39 per kg in 2024, 81% above the world average of $11.80 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of polytetrafluoroethylene from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $131.9 million in 2017 to $137.1 million in 2024, an increase of 4%. The peak was 2019 at $149.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $134.9 million a year.
Does the United States also import polytetrafluoroethylene?
Yes. The United States imported $136.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, Japan and Germany. That compares with exports of $137.1 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for polytetrafluoroethylene?
The HS code for polytetrafluoroethylene is subheading 3904.61. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3904 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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