Vitamin A (unmixed) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported vitamin a (unmixed) worth $88.0 million (2.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 170 countries. Value rose 16% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $226.8 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 | $88.0M | 2.3K t |
| 2023 | $75.8M | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $129.2M | 2.3K t |
| 2021 | $165.6M | 2.5K t |
| 2020 | $143.7M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $114.9M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $226.8M | 2.3K t |
| 2017 | $107.3M | 2.3K t |
Where the United States imports vitamin a (unmixed) from
The largest suppliers were Switzerland (42%), China (32%), France (7%). Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest (+71% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $37.2M | 42% |
| China | $28.0M | 32% |
| France | $6.3M | 7.2% |
| India | $5.3M | 6% |
| Italy | $4.2M | 4.7% |
| Denmark | $3.6M | 4.1% |
| Germany | $2.0M | 2.3% |
| Israel | $374K | 0.4% |
| Japan | $276K | 0.3% |
| Singapore | $243K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $38.16 per kg, 24% above the world average of $30.81. 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.
Vitamin A (unmixed) exports from the United States
Exports of vitamin a (unmixed) by the United States reached $30.0 million in 2024 (582 tonnes). It ranks 5th of 90 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Canada (20%), Hong Kong (12%), United Arab Emirates (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 40%. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+186% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $6.1M | 20% |
| Hong Kong | $3.5M | 12% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2.3M | 7.7% |
| Netherlands | $2.2M | 7.4% |
| Mexico | $2.1M | 7.2% |
| United Kingdom | $1.1M | 3.8% |
| Italy | $1.1M | 3.7% |
| Malaysia | $1.1M | 3.7% |
| Switzerland | $884K | 3% |
| Brazil | $759K | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States vitamin a (unmixed) imports (HS 2936.21): 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 2936.21: Vitamins: vitamins A and their derivatives, unmixed.
Common questions
What is the value of vitamin a (unmixed) imported by the United States?
The United States imported vitamin a (unmixed) worth $88.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 170 countries worldwide, with 14% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply vitamin a (unmixed) to the United States?
Switzerland was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($37.2 million), followed by China (32%) and France (7%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 149% on the year.
What is the average import price of vitamin a (unmixed) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $38.16 per kg in 2024, 24% above the world average of $30.81 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of vitamin a (unmixed) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $107.3 million in 2017 to $88.0 million in 2024, a fall of 18%. The peak was 2018 at $226.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $131.4 million a year.
Does the United States also export vitamin a (unmixed)?
Yes. The United States exported $30.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Hong Kong and the United Arab Emirates. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $58.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for vitamin a (unmixed)?
The HS code for vitamin a (unmixed) is subheading 2936.21. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2936 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United States. Tell us your product to see it live.
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