Vitamins (other unmixed) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported vitamins (other unmixed) worth $318.3 million (18.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 208 countries for imports of this product. That is 35% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $318.3M | 18.1K t |
| 2023 | $235.5M | 13.2K t |
| 2022 | $296.6M | 15.9K t |
| 2021 | $318.0M | 17.9K t |
| 2020 | $305.4M | 15.3K t |
| 2019 | $235.1M | 13.0K t |
| 2018 | $249.7M | 14.5K t |
| 2017 | $243.1M | 14.7K t |
Where the United States imports vitamins (other unmixed) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+100% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $167.7M | 53% |
| Switzerland | $56.0M | 18% |
| India | $33.0M | 10% |
| Italy | $27.5M | 8.6% |
| United Kingdom | $6.5M | 2% |
| Japan | $6.3M | 2% |
| France | $4.5M | 1.4% |
| Canada | $3.5M | 1.1% |
| Denmark | $2.5M | 0.8% |
| Norway | $2.1M | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $17.62 per kg, 25% above the world average of $14.15. 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.
Vitamins (other unmixed) exports from the United States
The United States exported $244.4 million of vitamins (other unmixed) in 2024 (5.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 149 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were China (13%), Canada (11%), Hong Kong (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 33%. Among the main buyer markets, Nigeria grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $32.8M | 13% |
| Canada | $27.6M | 11% |
| Hong Kong | $20.2M | 8.3% |
| Netherlands | $16.5M | 6.7% |
| Singapore | $12.7M | 5.2% |
| Germany | $10.5M | 4.3% |
| Mexico | $9.5M | 3.9% |
| United Kingdom | $7.2M | 2.9% |
| Nigeria | $6.8M | 2.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $6.7M | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States vitamins (other unmixed) imports (HS 2936.29): 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 2936.29: Vitamins: n.e.c. in item no. 2936.2, and their derivatives, unmixed.
Common questions
What is the value of vitamins (other unmixed) imported by the United States?
The United States imported vitamins (other unmixed) worth $318.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 18.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 208 countries worldwide, with 15% of world imports. The value was up 35% on 2023.
Which countries supply vitamins (other unmixed) to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($167.7 million), followed by Switzerland (18%) and India (10%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 53 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 333% on the year.
What is the average import price of vitamins (other unmixed) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $17.62 per kg in 2024, 25% above the world average of $14.15 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of vitamins (other unmixed) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $243.1 million in 2017 to $318.3 million in 2024, an increase of 31%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $275.2 million a year.
Does the United States also export vitamins (other unmixed)?
Yes. The United States exported $244.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, Canada and Hong Kong. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $73.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for vitamins (other unmixed)?
The HS code for vitamins (other unmixed) is subheading 2936.29. 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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