Vitamin preparations (other) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported vitamin preparations (other) worth $176.1 million (5.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 160 countries. Value rose 9% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $176.1M | 5.5K t |
| 2023 | $161.3M | 5.2K t |
| 2022 | $157.8M | 4.6K t |
| 2021 | $156.6M | 7.3K t |
| 2020 | $143.9M | 4.5K t |
| 2019 | $179.8M | 5.5K t |
| 2018 | $212.1M | 6.5K t |
| 2017 | $173.7M | 6.3K t |
Where the United States exports vitamin preparations (other) to
The largest buyer markets were Canada (25%), China (17%), Netherlands (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Hong Kong grew fastest (+317% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $44.7M | 25% |
| China | $29.5M | 17% |
| Netherlands | $14.7M | 8.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $9.6M | 5.5% |
| Germany | $8.5M | 4.8% |
| United Kingdom | $7.8M | 4.4% |
| Vietnam | $5.2M | 2.9% |
| Kuwait | $4.5M | 2.6% |
| Hong Kong | $3.0M | 1.7% |
| Colombia | $3.0M | 1.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $32.07 per kg, 90% above the world average of $16.85. 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 preparations (other) imports to the United States
Imports of vitamin preparations (other) by the United States reached $105.8 million in 2024 (3.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 207 countries for imports of this product. One supplier dominates: China accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest (+37% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $62.4M | 59% |
| Switzerland | $17.2M | 16% |
| India | $9.3M | 8.8% |
| France | $6.4M | 6% |
| Denmark | $1.4M | 1.4% |
| Netherlands | $1.3M | 1.2% |
| Australia | $1.2M | 1.2% |
| Uruguay | $1.1M | 1% |
| Germany | $1.0M | 1% |
| United Kingdom | $794K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States vitamin preparations (other) exports (HS 2936.90): 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 2936.90: Vitamins: n.e.c. in heading no. 2936, including natural concentrates.
Common questions
What is the value of vitamin preparations (other) exported by the United States?
The United States exported vitamin preparations (other) worth $176.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 160 countries worldwide, with 17% of world exports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries buy vitamin preparations (other) from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 25% of the value ($44.7 million), followed by China (17%) and the Netherlands (8%). The top three together account for 50%, out of 138 buyer countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 317% on the year.
What is the average export price of vitamin preparations (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $32.07 per kg in 2024, 90% above the world average of $16.85 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of vitamin preparations (other) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $173.7 million in 2017 to $176.1 million in 2024, an increase of 1%. The peak was 2018 at $212.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $170.1 million a year.
Does the United States also import vitamin preparations (other)?
Yes. The United States imported $105.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Switzerland and India. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $70.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for vitamin preparations (other)?
The HS code for vitamin preparations (other) is subheading 2936.90. 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?
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