Resorcinol imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $27.9 million of resorcinol in 2024 (5.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 120 countries. That is 18% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $68.1 million.
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 | $27.9M | 5.0K t |
| 2023 | $34.1M | 4.7K t |
| 2022 | $58.2M | 7.4K t |
| 2021 | $66.6M | 8.7K t |
| 2020 | $39.0M | 4.5K t |
| 2019 | $46.1M | 5.6K t |
| 2018 | $68.1M | 9.5K t |
| 2017 | $28.2M | 6.2K t |
Where the United States imports resorcinol from
Japan alone supplied 78% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $21.6M | 78% |
| China | $4.7M | 17% |
| South Korea | $604K | 2.2% |
| India | $221K | 0.8% |
| Canada | $193K | 0.7% |
| Italy | $163K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $103K | 0.4% |
| France | $72K | 0.3% |
| Serbia | $40K | 0.1% |
| Estonia | $29K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.62 per kg, close to the world average of $6.35.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Resorcinol exports from the United States
Exports of resorcinol by the United States reached $2.6 million in 2024 (256 tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 49 countries. The largest buyer markets were Mexico (44%), Canada (18%), Brazil (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest (+70% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $1.1M | 44% |
| Canada | $476K | 19% |
| Brazil | $358K | 14% |
| South Korea | $179K | 6.9% |
| Pakistan | $59K | 2.3% |
| Slovenia | $53K | 2.1% |
| Indonesia | $44K | 1.7% |
| Spain | $37K | 1.4% |
| Paraguay | $28K | 1.1% |
| Peru | $25K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States resorcinol imports (HS 2907.21): 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 2907.21: Polyphenols: resorcinol and its salts.
Common questions
What is the value of resorcinol imported by the United States?
The United States imported resorcinol worth $27.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 120 countries worldwide, with 14% of world imports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply resorcinol to the United States?
Japan was the largest supplier with 78% of the value ($21.6 million), followed by China (17%) and South Korea (2%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 41% on the year.
What is the average import price of resorcinol per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.62 per kg in 2024, 11% below the world average of $6.35 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of resorcinol to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $28.2 million in 2017 to $27.9 million in 2024, a fall of 1%. The peak was 2018 at $68.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $46.0 million a year.
Does the United States also export resorcinol?
Yes. The United States exported $2.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and Brazil. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $25.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for resorcinol?
The HS code for resorcinol is subheading 2907.21. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2907 page.
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