Tetrachloroethylene exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported tetrachloroethylene worth $16.8 million (8.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 60 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 31% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $45.1 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 | $16.8M | 8.4K t |
| 2023 | $24.3M | 17.4K t |
| 2022 | $45.1M | 30.2K t |
| 2021 | $22.1M | 24.4K t |
| 2020 | $14.2M | 15.6K t |
| 2019 | $18.5M | 22.1K t |
| 2018 | $28.6M | 39.8K t |
| 2017 | $23.9M | 31.4K t |
Where the United States exports tetrachloroethylene to
The largest buyer markets were China (23%), Canada (22%), Mexico (20%). Among the main buyer markets, Pakistan grew fastest (+244% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.9M | 23% |
| Canada | $3.6M | 22% |
| Mexico | $3.3M | 20% |
| India | $1.1M | 6.4% |
| South Korea | $626K | 3.7% |
| United Kingdom | $585K | 3.5% |
| Turkey | $500K | 3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $456K | 2.7% |
| Pakistan | $374K | 2.2% |
| Egypt | $295K | 1.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.01 per kg, 121% above the world average of $0.91. 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.
Tetrachloroethylene imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported tetrachloroethylene worth $3.5 million (3.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 167 countries. One supplier dominates: Germany accounted for 75% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $2.7M | 75% |
| Czech Republic | $617K | 17% |
| Netherlands | $67K | 1.9% |
| China | $63K | 1.8% |
| Japan | $50K | 1.4% |
| Belgium | $29K | 0.8% |
| Canada | $24K | 0.7% |
| France | $22K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $8K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $3K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States tetrachloroethylene exports (HS 2903.23): 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 2903.23: Unsaturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons: tetrachloroethylene (perchloroethylene).
Common questions
What is the value of tetrachloroethylene exported by the United States?
The United States exported tetrachloroethylene worth $16.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 60 countries worldwide, with 15% of world exports. The value was down 31% on 2023.
Which countries buy tetrachloroethylene from the United States?
China was the largest buyer with 23% of the value ($3.9 million), followed by Canada (22%) and Mexico (20%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 69 buyer countries in total. Pakistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 244% on the year.
What is the average export price of tetrachloroethylene per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.01 per kg in 2024, 121% above the world average of $0.91 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of tetrachloroethylene from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $23.9 million in 2017 to $16.8 million in 2024, a fall of 30%. The peak was 2022 at $45.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $24.2 million a year.
Does the United States also import tetrachloroethylene?
Yes. The United States imported $3.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, the Czech Republic and the Netherlands. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $13.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for tetrachloroethylene?
The HS code for tetrachloroethylene is subheading 2903.23. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2903 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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