Product intelligence · HS 292023 · 2024 data

Esters: phosphite esters and their salts: their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, trimethyl phosphite

Global exports of esters: phosphite esters and their salts: their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, trimethyl phosphite totalled $20,344,249 in 2024, a +4.2% change from the previous year. Traded by 35 countries across 130 bilateral corridors, with demand from 43 importing markets. The long-term trend is declining.

Data: OECD BIMTS · Coverage: 19952024 · Updated: 2026-07-17

Global trade

$20.3M

+4.2% YoY

3Y / 5Y CAGR

-6.6%

5Y: +4.4%

Supply structure

Concentrated

HHI 0.664

Volatility

Low

Score 24/100

1.

Market movement

In 2024, esters: phosphite esters and their salts: their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, trimethyl phosphite trade exhibited modest growth, with global flows reaching $20,344,249 and a three-year compound annual growth rate of -6.6% (five-year: +4.4%). The all-time peak of $33,024,828 was recorded in 2012; the current level is 38% below that high-water mark.

Over the 30-year observation window (19952024), 62% of years recorded positive growth, indicating a mildly upward trajectory with periodic contractions. Trend momentum is decelerating (-8.3% acceleration).

2.

Supply & demand structure

The supply side is concentrated (Herfindahl-Hirschman Index 0.664). The three largest exporters — India ($29.3M), China ($3.0M), and United States ($903.0K) — collectively dominate supply flows. The leading exporter has grown at -6.4% over the last three years.

On the demand side, importer concentration is moderately concentrated (HHI 0.214). The three largest import markets are Switzerland ($5.8M), United States ($5.6M), and Belgium ($4.2M). The largest importing market sources from 6 different supplying countries.

The dominant trade corridor is India → Bahamas at $12.8M, representing 100.0% of the importer's total demand.

3.

Risk profile & trade outlook

The volatility score for esters: phosphite esters and their salts: their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, trimethyl phosphite is 24 out of 100, classified as low. Trade flows are relatively stable compared to other HS6 products, suggesting mature supply chains and predictable demand.

For market entrants, modest but steady demand provides a reasonable entry window. The concentrated supply structure suggests high barriers but also potential opportunity if dominant suppliers face disruption or capacity constraints.

Data confidence is rated "High" based on reporting coverage and consistency across OECD member and partner countries.

Historical evidence

Annual trade value 19952024

Peak: $33,024,828 in 2012. Currently 38% below peak.

YearGlobal trade (USD)YoY growth
2015$17,838,894+4.4%
2016$14,308,555-19.8%
2017$13,583,607-5.1%
2018$19,866,972+46.3%
2019$16,376,848-17.6%
2020$14,846,845-9.3%
2021$24,954,436+68.1%
2022$31,850,197+27.6%
2023$19,531,018-38.7%
2024$20,344,249+4.2%

Top exporting countries

Ranked by export value of esters: phosphite esters and their salts: their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, trimethyl phosphite in 2024.

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Top importing markets

Largest import destinations for esters: phosphite esters and their salts: their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, trimethyl phosphite.

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Leading trade corridors

Largest bilateral export flows for esters: phosphite esters and their salts: their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, trimethyl phosphite, ranked by value. Click any country to view its full profile.

#ExporterImporterValue 20243Y CAGR
1IndiaBahamas$12.8M
2IndiaSwitzerland$5.7M+21.0%
3IndiaUnited States$5.4M+0.2%
4IndiaBelgium$4.1M-25.4%
5ChinaUnited Arab Emirates$2.3M+87.7%
6IndiaUnited Kingdom$950.5K-1.5%
7TaiwanUnited Arab Emirates$308.3K-28.4%
8ChinaSouth Korea$303.3K-0.4%

Showing top 8 of 10 corridors with available data for 2024.

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Sources, definitions & methodology

Data source

OECD Bilateral International Merchandise Trade Statistics (BIMTS). Aggregated from 312M+ reported trade records across 200+ countries and 5,300+ HS6 product codes. Coverage: 19952024.

Key indicators

HHI (Herfindahl-Hirschman Index): market concentration, 0 = fully diversified, 1 = single player. CAGR: compound annual growth rate over a stated period. Volatility score: trade value variability, 0–100 scale.

How this page is made

All statistical content on this page is data-driven, composed programmatically from live OECD trade records. No generic AI-generated prose is used. Analytical paragraphs combine real data points with factual interpretation. This page was last refreshed on 2026-07-17.