Propene exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of propene by the United States reached $386.0 million in 2024 (329.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 61 countries for exports of this product. That is 30% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $733.0 million.
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 | $386.0M | 329.2K t |
| 2023 | $551.1M | 555.7K t |
| 2022 | $611.7M | 510.7K t |
| 2021 | $592.2M | 392.1K t |
| 2020 | $571.1M | 781.4K t |
| 2019 | $733.0M | 805.6K t |
| 2018 | $720.9M | 626.4K t |
| 2017 | $547.3M | 553.0K t |
Where the United States exports propene to
The largest buyer markets were Colombia (48%), Mexico (48%), Canada (1%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Colombia | $187.1M | 49% |
| Mexico | $186.6M | 48% |
| Canada | $2.6M | 0.7% |
| China | $1.9M | 0.5% |
| Taiwan | $1.3M | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $1.3M | 0.3% |
| South Korea | $1.3M | 0.3% |
| Australia | $632K | 0.2% |
| Malaysia | $406K | 0.1% |
| Japan | $347K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.17 per kg, 27% above the world average of $0.92. 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.
Propene imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported propene worth $65.7 million (67.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. One supplier dominates: Canada accounted for 96% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest (+70% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $63.2M | 96% |
| United Kingdom | $2.3M | 3.4% |
| China | $191K | 0.3% |
| South Korea | $36K | 0.1% |
| Malaysia | $21K | 0% |
| India | $6K | 0% |
| Taiwan | $3K | 0% |
| Costa Rica | $2K | 0% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States propene exports (HS 2901.22): 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 2901.22: Acyclic hydrocarbons: unsaturated, propene (propylene).
Common questions
What is the value of propene exported by the United States?
The United States exported propene worth $386.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 329.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 61 countries worldwide, with 7% of world exports. The value was down 30% on 2023.
Which countries buy propene from the United States?
Colombia was the largest buyer with 48% of the value ($187.1 million), followed by Mexico (48%) and Canada (1%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 55 buyer countries in total. Australia grew fastest among the top ten, up 197% on the year.
What is the average export price of propene per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.17 per kg in 2024, 27% above the world average of $0.92 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of propene from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $547.3 million in 2017 to $386.0 million in 2024, a fall of 29%. The peak was 2019 at $733.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $589.2 million a year.
Does the United States also import propene?
Yes. The United States imported $65.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada, the United Kingdom and China. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $320.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for propene?
The HS code for propene is subheading 2901.22. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2901 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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