Mixed Trends Amid Tariff Risks and Trade Shifts
In the first half of 2025, China’s exports of 26 selected key ingredients used in feed, food, and pharmaceuticals recorded diverging trends across products and regions. The export landscape has been shaped by heightened tariff uncertainty, geopolitical frictions, and shifting demand patterns, pushing buyers toward early ordering and risk mitigation strategies.
This report provides a technical overview and data visualization of Chinese export volumes for ingredients including L-Lysine HCl, L-Threonine, DL-Methionine, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Coenzyme Q10, Amoxicillin trihydrate, Ibuprofen, and others.
Key Highlights
1. Tariffs and Geopolitical Pressures Define Trade Flows
Early 2025 saw renewed volatility as global buyers anticipated tariff actions, particularly from the U.S.
2. Ingredients Show Diverging Momentum
Export activity revealed clear winners and laggards across categories. Some essential vitamins and amino acids gained ground thanks to stable production and favorable pricing. The differences highlight how ingredient-specific dynamics are influencing sourcing strategies in 2025.
3. Volatile Freight and Regional Rebalancing
Trade disruptions and capacity constraints continued to affect freight costs and shipping decisions, particularly in Q2. Exporters and importers remain cautious as logistics volatility and uncertainty around U.S. trade policy persist.
Outlook: Cautious Near-Term, Watchful Eye on Tariff Impact
With tariffs expected to remain elevated, Chinese manufacturers may struggle to regain momentum in volume growth despite aggressive pricing in some categories. Market participants are closely monitoring the U.S. trade stance.
Access the Full Report
For a detailed breakdown of export volumes by region and ingredient including month-on-month trends, product-specific commentary, and visualizations, download the full “China Exports of 26 Key Ingredients 1H 2025” report.
Download the full report or Contact us to receive a copy directly.
Stay ahead of market shifts with data you can trust.