Vinylidene chloride polymers imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported vinylidene chloride polymers worth $10.3 million (9.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 93 countries. Value rose 10% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 16% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $43.2 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 | $10.3M | 9.4K t |
| 2023 | $9.3M | 7.7K t |
| 2022 | $31.2M | 8.0K t |
| 2021 | $43.2M | 9.3K t |
| 2020 | $35.5M | 11.5K t |
| 2019 | $40.5M | 12.0K t |
| 2018 | $40.6M | 11.5K t |
| 2017 | $35.1M | 10.5K t |
Where the United States imports vinylidene chloride polymers from
The largest suppliers were Japan (44%), China (39%), France (9%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+533% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $4.5M | 44% |
| China | $4.0M | 39% |
| France | $915K | 8.9% |
| Belgium | $549K | 5.3% |
| New Zealand | $150K | 1.5% |
| Spain | $50K | 0.5% |
| Canada | $42K | 0.4% |
| South Korea | $20K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $18K | 0.2% |
| Austria | $16K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.10 per kg, 67% below the world average of $3.33, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Vinylidene chloride polymers exports from the United States
The United States exported $3.2 million of vinylidene chloride polymers in 2024 (479 tonnes). It ranks 6th of 48 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Mexico (26%), China (17%), South Africa (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Peru grew fastest (+226% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $819K | 26% |
| China | $543K | 17% |
| South Africa | $327K | 10% |
| Brazil | $257K | 8.1% |
| Peru | $226K | 7.1% |
| Canada | $213K | 6.7% |
| India | $173K | 5.5% |
| United Kingdom | $166K | 5.2% |
| Germany | $139K | 4.4% |
| Tunisia | $85K | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States vinylidene chloride polymers imports (HS 3904.50): 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 3904.50: Vinyl chloride, other halogenated olefin polymers: vinylidene chloride polymers, in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of vinylidene chloride polymers imported by the United States?
The United States imported vinylidene chloride polymers worth $10.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 93 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply vinylidene chloride polymers to the United States?
Japan was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($4.5 million), followed by China (39%) and France (9%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 601% on the year.
What is the average import price of vinylidene chloride polymers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.10 per kg in 2024, 67% below the world average of $3.33 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of vinylidene chloride polymers to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $35.1 million in 2017 to $10.3 million in 2024, a fall of 71%. The peak was 2021 at $43.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $30.7 million a year.
Does the United States also export vinylidene chloride polymers?
Yes. The United States exported $3.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, China and South Africa. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $7.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for vinylidene chloride polymers?
The HS code for vinylidene chloride polymers is subheading 3904.50. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3904 page.
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