HS 2903.21 Vinyl chloride (chloroethylene)
Unsaturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons: vinyl chloride (chloroethylene)
Part of heading 2903 (Halogenated derivatives of hydrocarbons), in chapter 29 (Organic chemicals)
World trade trend
Reported world exports and imports of HS 2903.21 per year, 2019 to 2024.
Show the numbersHide the numbers
| Year | Exports | Imports |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $2.42B | $2.49B |
| 2020 | $2.3B | $2.33B |
| 2021 | $3.9B | $3.88B |
| 2022 | $3.49B | $3.41B |
| 2023 | $2.42B | $2.32B |
| 2024 | $2.44B | $2.21B |
2025 is left out because not every country has published detailed data for that year yet.
Monthly trend
Monthly trade in HS 2903.21 between the 28 major reporting economies and the rest of the world, Jan 2022 to Dec 2024. Good for direction and seasonality, not a full world total.
Show the numbersHide the numbers
| Month | Exports | Imports |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2022 | $120M | $20.1M |
| Feb 2022 | $125M | $28.6M |
| Mar 2022 | $156M | $35.5M |
| Apr 2022 | $120M | $5.62M |
| May 2022 | $133M | $3.27M |
| Jun 2022 | $111M | $8.98M |
| Jul 2022 | $104M | $26.5M |
| Aug 2022 | $91.5M | $22.4M |
| Sep 2022 | $86.4M | $14.3M |
| Oct 2022 | $90.8M | $10.1M |
| Nov 2022 | $73.9M | $4.49M |
| Dec 2022 | $64.3M | $2.37M |
| Jan 2023 | $67.7M | $2.5M |
| Feb 2023 | $88.2M | $6.29M |
| Mar 2023 | $73.9M | $16.9M |
| Apr 2023 | $57.6M | $10.5M |
| May 2023 | $72M | $29.2M |
| Jun 2023 | $72.3M | $10.3M |
| Jul 2023 | $64.9M | $13M |
| Aug 2023 | $71.2M | $8.32M |
| Sep 2023 | $64.3M | $13.8M |
| Oct 2023 | $76.7M | $14.2M |
| Nov 2023 | $53.4M | $10.8M |
| Dec 2023 | $70.1M | $12M |
| Jan 2024 | $74.3M | $14.3M |
| Feb 2024 | $72.8M | $15.7M |
| Mar 2024 | $84.3M | $13.9M |
| Apr 2024 | $71.7M | $16.6M |
| May 2024 | $86.8M | $9.44M |
| Jun 2024 | $71.3M | $13.7M |
| Jul 2024 | $77.2M | $13.3M |
| Aug 2024 | $74.8M | $19.1M |
| Sep 2024 | $74.9M | $12.9M |
| Oct 2024 | $57.3M | $18.5M |
| Nov 2024 | $69M | $10.1M |
| Dec 2024 | $64.3M | $11.3M |
Top exporting and importing countries
Who sold and bought the most HS 2903.21 in 2024, by reported value and share of the world total.
Top 10 exporters
Top 10 importers
India focus
What India traded in HS 2903.21 in 2024, as reported by its trading partners, and where it sold to and bought from.
India does not publish detailed six digit trade figures. These are mirror figures, built from what the 28 major economies reported about their trade with India, so treat them as a lower bound.
India exports to
No partner data reported.
India imports from
- 1$50.9M58.9% of imports
- 2$27.3M31.6% of imports
- 3$3.53M4.1% of imports
- 4$3.18M3.7% of imports
- 5$1.53M1.8% of imports
Partner lists cover the 28 major reporting economies only.
Chemicals classified under HS 2903.21
1 chemical on CompoundList maps to this code, the most searched first.
The HS text names this chemical directly.
Looking for a chemical that is not listed? Search by name or CAS number, or ask suppliers directly.
Suppliers of HS 2903.21 chemicals
Companies listing chemicals that fall under this HS code. Verified and paid members are listed first, unclaimed profiles are marked.
- AGAn Global ServicesManufacturerNoida, IndiaUnclaimed profile 4 products
- DLDistrupol LimitedManufacturerChertsey, United KingdomUnclaimed profile 57 products
- FPFormosa Plastics Corporation, U.S.A.ManufacturerLivingston, United StatesUnclaimed profile 14 products
- TVTaiwan VCM CorporationManufacturerKaohsiung City, Taiwan
China General Plastics Corporation - The main business of the company is to manufacture and sell PVC Products.
Unclaimed profile 1 product - ESErcros, SAManufacturerBarcelona, SpainUnclaimed profile 28 products
- JCJS Chemtron Co., Ltd.DistributorSeoul, South KoreaUnclaimed profile 89 products
- ZMZhengzhou Meiya QuÃmico Productos Co., LtdSupplier ChinaUnclaimed profile 95 products
- FTFreeze Tech InnovationsTraderCoimbatore, India
FREEZE TECH INNOVATIONS is the Manufacturer, Supplier of Solid Carbon Dioxide, Industrial Dry Ice.
Unclaimed profile 23 products - CCCombinatul Chimic Oltchim R.ValceaManufacturerRâmnicu Vâlcea, RomaniaUnclaimed profile 19 products
- CIChina Isotope Development Co., LtdManufacturer China
A service platform that focuses on providing customers with comprehensive solutions for special gases, isotopes and other new chemical materials.
Unclaimed profile 86 products - BIBandar Imam PetrochemicalManufacturerKhuzestan, IranUnclaimed profile 2 products
- GGGHC Gerling Holz & Co. Handels GmbHDistributorHamburg, GermanyUnclaimed profile 25 products
Questions about HS 2903.21
Quick answers based on the classification and the trade figures above.
What is HS code 290321?
HS code 290321 (also written 2903.21) is a subheading of the Harmonized System that covers unsaturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons: vinyl chloride (chloroethylene). It sits under heading 2903 (halogenated derivatives of hydrocarbons) in chapter 29 (organic chemicals).
How much is traded worldwide under HS code 290321?
In 2024, countries reported exports worth $2.44B and imports worth $2.21B under HS code 290321. Reported exports changed by +1.1% compared with 2023. These are trade statistics in US dollars, not prices.
Which countries export the most under HS code 290321?
The largest exporters in 2024 were United States (38.4% of world exports), Japan (21.0% of world exports) and Belgium (12.1% of world exports).
Which countries import the most under HS code 290321?
The largest importers in 2024 were China (20.4% of world imports), Colombia (13.8% of world imports) and France (10.7% of world imports).
Does India export or import goods under HS code 290321?
Yes. Based on what the major economies reported about their trade with India, India imported at least $86.5M under HS code 290321 in 2024. Among the major reporting economies, its largest supplier was Japan.
Which chemicals are classified under HS code 290321?
CompoundList lists 1 chemical under this code, including Vinyl chloride. Codes marked indicative are assigned from the chemical's structure class or chapter, so confirm the final classification with your customs broker.
Is the HS code the same in every country?
The first six digits are shared by every country that uses the Harmonized System. Countries add their own digits after that, for example India uses eight digit ITC-HS codes and the United States uses ten digit HTS codes, so check the national tariff for the full code and the duty rate.