Pure toluene imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported pure toluene worth $438.6 million (482.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 160 countries for imports of this product. That is 11% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $438.6M | 482.1K t |
| 2023 | $494.5M | 551.1K t |
| 2022 | $340.2M | 337.2K t |
| 2021 | $179.5M | 267.7K t |
| 2020 | $119.3M | 245.7K t |
| 2019 | $153.4M | 237.4K t |
| 2018 | $197.1M | 266.8K t |
| 2017 | $166.6M | 259.0K t |
Where the United States imports pure toluene from
South Korea alone supplied 54% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $238.1M | 54% |
| Taiwan | $107.4M | 25% |
| Brazil | $15.3M | 3.5% |
| Argentina | $12.8M | 2.9% |
| Belgium | $10.7M | 2.5% |
| Colombia | $9.7M | 2.2% |
| India | $9.5M | 2.2% |
| Netherlands | $8.6M | 2% |
| Germany | $7.5M | 1.7% |
| Canada | $5.7M | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.91 per kg, close to the world average of $0.95.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Pure toluene exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported pure toluene worth $104.0 million (103.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 78 countries for exports of this product. Mexico alone took 76% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $78.5M | 76% |
| Guatemala | $10.1M | 9.7% |
| Dominican Republic | $4.9M | 4.7% |
| Jamaica | $2.3M | 2.3% |
| Costa Rica | $1.8M | 1.8% |
| Canada | $1.5M | 1.5% |
| El Salvador | $1.2M | 1.2% |
| Honduras | $1.1M | 1.1% |
| Peru | $248K | 0.2% |
| Guyana | $244K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States pure toluene imports (HS 2902.30): 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 2902.30: Cyclic hydrocarbons: toluene.
Common questions
What is the value of pure toluene imported by the United States?
The United States imported pure toluene worth $438.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 482.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 160 countries worldwide, with 15% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply pure toluene to the United States?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 54% of the value ($238.1 million), followed by Taiwan (24%) and Brazil (3%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 87% on the year.
What is the average import price of pure toluene per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.91 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $0.95 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of pure toluene to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $166.6 million in 2017 to $438.6 million in 2024, an increase of 163%. The peak was 2023 at $494.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $261.2 million a year.
Does the United States also export pure toluene?
Yes. The United States exported $104.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Guatemala and the Dominican Republic. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $334.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for pure toluene?
The HS code for pure toluene is subheading 2902.30. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2902 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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