Quaternary ammonium compounds exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of quaternary ammonium compounds by the United States reached $131.1 million in 2024 (35.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 102 countries for exports of this product. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $202.4 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 | $131.1M | 35.1K t |
| 2023 | $134.0M | 40.0K t |
| 2022 | $202.4M | 62.0K t |
| 2021 | $186.3M | 72.7K t |
| 2020 | $159.3M | 60.0K t |
| 2019 | $161.9M | 69.8K t |
| 2018 | $191.0M | 76.6K t |
| 2017 | $157.1M | 69.3K t |
Where the United States exports quaternary ammonium compounds to
The largest buyer markets were Singapore (10%), Taiwan (10%), South Korea (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 29%. Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest (+127% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | $13.2M | 10% |
| Taiwan | $12.8M | 9.8% |
| South Korea | $12.4M | 9.4% |
| Canada | $12.3M | 9.4% |
| China | $12.3M | 9.4% |
| Japan | $7.3M | 5.6% |
| Germany | $6.8M | 5.2% |
| Netherlands | $6.4M | 4.9% |
| Mexico | $6.2M | 4.8% |
| France | $3.7M | 2.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.74 per kg, 44% above the world average of $2.59. 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.
Quaternary ammonium compounds imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported quaternary ammonium compounds worth $112.8 million (32.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 178 countries. The largest suppliers were China (14%), United Kingdom (12%), Germany (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 37%. Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+570% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $15.9M | 14% |
| United Kingdom | $14.0M | 12% |
| Germany | $12.1M | 11% |
| Taiwan | $11.5M | 10% |
| India | $10.3M | 9.2% |
| Mexico | $9.8M | 8.7% |
| Finland | $9.8M | 8.7% |
| Italy | $6.7M | 5.9% |
| Japan | $4.7M | 4.2% |
| South Korea | $3.7M | 3.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States quaternary ammonium compounds exports (HS 2923.90): 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 2923.90: Quaternary ammonium salts and hydroxides: whether or not chemically defined n.e.c. in heading no. 2923.
Common questions
What is the value of quaternary ammonium compounds exported by the United States?
The United States exported quaternary ammonium compounds worth $131.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 35.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 102 countries worldwide, with 10% of world exports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries buy quaternary ammonium compounds from the United States?
Singapore was the largest buyer with 10% of the value ($13.2 million), followed by Taiwan (10%) and South Korea (9%). The top three together account for 29%, out of 96 buyer countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 127% on the year.
What is the average export price of quaternary ammonium compounds per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.74 per kg in 2024, 44% above the world average of $2.59 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of quaternary ammonium compounds from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $157.1 million in 2017 to $131.1 million in 2024, a fall of 17%. The peak was 2022 at $202.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $165.4 million a year.
Does the United States also import quaternary ammonium compounds?
Yes. The United States imported $112.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, the United Kingdom and Germany. That compares with exports of $131.1 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for quaternary ammonium compounds?
The HS code for quaternary ammonium compounds is subheading 2923.90. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2923 page.
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