Polyvinyl alcohol exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $220.9 million of polyvinyl alcohol in 2024 (70.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 88 countries for exports of this product. That is 25% more 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 | $220.9M | 70.6K t |
| 2023 | $176.2M | 53.6K t |
| 2022 | $196.4M | 60.2K t |
| 2021 | $172.5M | 69.9K t |
| 2020 | $151.9M | 64.4K t |
| 2019 | $155.5M | 68.1K t |
| 2018 | $181.2M | 77.7K t |
| 2017 | $170.6M | 67.8K t |
Where the United States exports polyvinyl alcohol to
Most of it went to Belgium (34%), Netherlands (20%), Germany (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Japan grew fastest (+582% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $75.0M | 34% |
| Netherlands | $44.5M | 20% |
| Germany | $28.4M | 13% |
| Canada | $13.3M | 6% |
| China | $11.0M | 5% |
| Brazil | $9.6M | 4.4% |
| Mexico | $8.6M | 3.9% |
| Japan | $5.8M | 2.6% |
| Colombia | $3.6M | 1.7% |
| Argentina | $2.6M | 1.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.13 per kg, close to the world average of $2.71.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polyvinyl alcohol imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported polyvinyl alcohol worth $117.4 million (31.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 161 countries for imports of this product. The largest suppliers were Taiwan (35%), Singapore (18%), Japan (17%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+49% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | $41.3M | 35% |
| Singapore | $20.9M | 18% |
| Japan | $20.2M | 17% |
| Germany | $14.1M | 12% |
| China | $9.9M | 8.4% |
| Italy | $5.2M | 4.4% |
| United Kingdom | $4.4M | 3.7% |
| Canada | $725K | 0.6% |
| Spain | $302K | 0.3% |
| New Zealand | $140K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States polyvinyl alcohol exports (HS 3905.30): 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 3905.30: Poly(vinyl alcohol): whether or not containing unhydrolysed acetate groups.
Common questions
What is the value of polyvinyl alcohol exported by the United States?
The United States exported polyvinyl alcohol worth $220.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 70.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 88 countries worldwide, with 14% of world exports. The value was up 25% on 2023.
Which countries buy polyvinyl alcohol from the United States?
Belgium was the largest buyer with 34% of the value ($75.0 million), followed by the Netherlands (20%) and Germany (13%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 89 buyer countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 582% on the year.
What is the average export price of polyvinyl alcohol per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.13 per kg in 2024, 15% above the world average of $2.71 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of polyvinyl alcohol from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $170.6 million in 2017 to $220.9 million in 2024, an increase of 30%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $178.2 million a year.
Does the United States also import polyvinyl alcohol?
Yes. The United States imported $117.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Taiwan, Singapore and Japan. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $103.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyvinyl alcohol?
The HS code for polyvinyl alcohol is subheading 3905.30. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3905 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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