Urea-formaldehyde resins exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported urea-formaldehyde resins worth $45.6 million (39.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 92 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 6% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $60.2 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 | $45.6M | 39.9K t |
| 2023 | $43.2M | 37.9K t |
| 2022 | $57.2M | 46.5K t |
| 2021 | $44.8M | 48.1K t |
| 2020 | $33.9M | 46.7K t |
| 2019 | $58.4M | 59.7K t |
| 2018 | $60.2M | 61.3K t |
| 2017 | $39.8M | 26.5K t |
Where the United States exports urea-formaldehyde resins to
One buyer market dominates: Canada accounted for 64% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Dominican Republic grew fastest (+459% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $29.2M | 64% |
| Mexico | $3.3M | 7.3% |
| China | $1.9M | 4.1% |
| Dominican Republic | $1.7M | 3.7% |
| Belgium | $1.5M | 3.3% |
| Brazil | $1.1M | 2.5% |
| Netherlands | $663K | 1.5% |
| Germany | $582K | 1.3% |
| India | $580K | 1.3% |
| Australia | $565K | 1.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.14 per kg, 78% above the world average of $0.64. 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.
Urea-formaldehyde resins imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported urea-formaldehyde resins worth $37.4 million (17.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 169 countries for imports of this product. The largest suppliers were Germany (35%), Canada (17%), Norway (16%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+56% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $13.2M | 35% |
| Canada | $6.5M | 17% |
| Norway | $6.1M | 16% |
| Mexico | $5.4M | 15% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $3.2M | 8.6% |
| Turkey | $935K | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | $574K | 1.5% |
| China | $449K | 1.2% |
| Japan | $221K | 0.6% |
| Singapore | $128K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States urea-formaldehyde resins exports (HS 3909.10): 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 3909.10: Amino-resins: urea and thiourea resins, in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of urea-formaldehyde resins exported by the United States?
The United States exported urea-formaldehyde resins worth $45.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 39.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 92 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries buy urea-formaldehyde resins from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 64% of the value ($29.2 million), followed by Mexico (7%) and China (4%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 68 buyer countries in total. The Dominican Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 459% on the year.
What is the average export price of urea-formaldehyde resins per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.14 per kg in 2024, 78% above the world average of $0.64 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of urea-formaldehyde resins from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $39.8 million in 2017 to $45.6 million in 2024, an increase of 15%. The peak was 2018 at $60.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $47.9 million a year.
Does the United States also import urea-formaldehyde resins?
Yes. The United States imported $37.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, Canada and Norway. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $8.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for urea-formaldehyde resins?
The HS code for urea-formaldehyde resins is subheading 3909.10. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3909 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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