Trimethylolpropane imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $21.5 million of trimethylolpropane in 2024 (9.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 98 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 30% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $35.1 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 | $21.5M | 9.6K t |
| 2023 | $16.5M | 6.8K t |
| 2022 | $35.1M | 11.9K t |
| 2021 | $16.2M | 7.4K t |
| 2020 | $14.8M | 7.8K t |
| 2019 | $18.2M | 8.5K t |
| 2018 | $12.3M | 5.9K t |
| 2017 | $15.6M | 8.3K t |
Where the United States imports trimethylolpropane from
One supplier dominates: Germany accounted for 56% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+133% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $12.1M | 56% |
| Sweden | $7.4M | 34% |
| China | $1.8M | 8.5% |
| Taiwan | $144K | 0.7% |
| Belgium | $50K | 0.2% |
| Singapore | $13K | 0.1% |
| Japan | $6K | 0% |
| South Korea | $2K | 0% |
| Switzerland | $2K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.24 per kg, 32% above the world average of $1.70. 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.
Trimethylolpropane exports from the United States
The United States exported $5.8 million of trimethylolpropane in 2024 (2.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 45 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Mexico (49%), Dominican Republic (32%), Taiwan (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Dominican Republic grew fastest (+669% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $2.8M | 49% |
| Dominican Republic | $1.8M | 32% |
| Taiwan | $458K | 7.9% |
| Germany | $288K | 5% |
| China | $98K | 1.7% |
| Canada | $89K | 1.6% |
| Brazil | $60K | 1% |
| Zambia | $47K | 0.8% |
| Singapore | $29K | 0.5% |
| India | $22K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States trimethylolpropane imports (HS 2905.41): 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 2905.41: Alcohols: polyhydric, 2-ethyl-2- (hydroxymethyl) propane-1,3-diol (trimethylolpropane).
Common questions
What is the value of trimethylolpropane imported by the United States?
The United States imported trimethylolpropane worth $21.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 98 countries worldwide, with 12% of world imports. The value was up 30% on 2023.
Which countries supply trimethylolpropane to the United States?
Germany was the largest supplier with 56% of the value ($12.1 million), followed by Sweden (34%) and China (8%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 133% on the year.
What is the average import price of trimethylolpropane per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.24 per kg in 2024, 32% above the world average of $1.70 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of trimethylolpropane to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $15.6 million in 2017 to $21.5 million in 2024, an increase of 38%. The peak was 2022 at $35.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $18.8 million a year.
Does the United States also export trimethylolpropane?
Yes. The United States exported $5.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, the Dominican Republic and Taiwan. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $15.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for trimethylolpropane?
The HS code for trimethylolpropane is subheading 2905.41. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2905 page.
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