In recent years, Moldova has taken an increasingly clear position in China's chemical export map. As an EU candidate country with a deep and comprehensive free trade arrangement with the EU, Moldova receives cargo through the Romanian port of Constanta or the China-Europe freight train and distributes it to local and neighbouring markets. Winemaking, food processing, construction materials and light industry keep operating, maintaining steady demand for basic and fine chemicals, while local chemical production cannot cover every category, making imports a regular practice. China serves as a key link in this supply chain. Nevertheless, only scattered impressions are available in public discussions regarding the actual volume and categories of Chinese chemical products exported to Moldova. As a service provider for China-Moldova chemical supply chains, we have carried out research on chemicals under our business scope and sorted out relevant China Customs data from January to September 2026, as shown in the table below.
Data Table
|
No. |
Product Name |
CAS No. |
Moldova Export Volume (kg) |
Moldova Export Value (CNY) |
Global Export Volume (kg) |
Global Export Value (CNY) |
|
1 |
77-92-9 |
189,000 |
852,179 |
987,606,172 |
5,077,877,797 |
|
|
2 |
9050-36-6 |
3,500 |
38,979 |
178,727,080 |
1,480,493,897 |
|
|
3 |
13463-67-7 |
1,425 |
53,604 |
49,517,930 |
696,998,271 |
|
|
4 |
107-21-1 |
694 |
9,246 |
408,649,801 |
1,927,206,478 |
|
|
5 |
629-11-8 |
500 |
21,921 |
151,533,353 |
1,484,066,167 |
|
|
6 |
5413-49-0 |
450 |
466,298 |
37,787,524 |
1,981,644,577 |
|
|
7 |
56038-13-2 |
100 |
14,512 |
14,868,824 |
1,131,922,995 |
Notes for table: Export volume is measured in kilograms. Export value refers to the total export amount (in Renminbi Yuan) for each product variety. Unit price is calculated as Export Value ÷ Export Volume. Products are sorted in descending order of export volume.
Data Interpretation
1. Looking across the report at the 7 chemical products, China's total export volume to Moldova reached 195,669 kg, with a total export value of 1,456,739 RMB. Among these, 1 product exceeded 10 tons, 1 exceeded 50 tons, 1 exceeded 100 tons, while none exceeded 500 tons and none exceeded 1,000 tons.
The product above 10 tons is Citric acid, which indicates that procurement for this chemical relies heavily on the Chinese market. It shows that procurement costs in China are relatively low, and Chinese pricing advantages are highly evident.
In Moldova, the applications for these products are mainly concentrated in the following sectors:
- Food and Beverage Processing: Citric acid, maltodextrin and sucralose are used in beverages, confectionery, fruit and vegetable processing and winemaking, serving Moldova's food processing and wine industries.
- Coatings, Plastics and Construction Materials: Titanium dioxide and Hexylene Glycol are used in coatings, colorants, resins and building coatings, serving local construction and decorative material needs.
- Antifreeze and Personal Care: Ethylene glycol is used in antifreeze and coolant formulations, while Ethyl PG-acetal levulinate serves personal care and cosmetic systems.
2. In terms of the overall report, China's total export volume to Moldova is 195,669 kg, compared to a total global export volume of 1,828,690,684 kg. Moldova's share accounts for only 0.011% of China's global exports. This demonstrates that China has ample production capacity and can sustainably supply the Moldovan market.
FAQ
Q: How to find reliable manufacturers in the Chinese market?
A: You can absolutely find reliable manufacturers through us. We are Shanghai Dingwujin Chemical Co., Ltd., a China-Moldova chemical trade service provider located in Shanghai, China. We possess a much deeper understanding of the pricing and quality within the Chinese chemical market than general buyers. We can provide direct procurement from source factories, chemical bidding, OEM, quality control, as well as COA and SDS services to guarantee long-term stable supply and quality.
Q: Should I choose sea freight or land transport from China to Moldova?
A: Moldova is a landlocked country. By sea, cargo is discharged at the Romanian port of Constanta and then moved inland by truck or rail, taking about 33-45 days in total, with the sea leg at about 28-35 days. By land, the China-Europe freight train runs to Malaszewicze in Poland or to Budapest, followed by rail and road connections to Chisinau, taking about 18-25 days in total. Booking, customs clearance and door-to-door delivery are all arranged by us in one package.
Q: Are there suppliers available who provide REACH/OR registration?
A: Moldova's chemical legislation is being aligned with the EU REACH and CLP frameworks, and the relevant law is included in the National EU Accession Programme for 2025-2029: substances placed on the market at certain tonnages require a registration dossier, substances of major risk to human health and the environment need prior authorisation before being marketed, and safety data sheets and labels follow GHS requirements. We have independently registered a company in Poland and can provide REACH/OR registration services for trade from China to Moldova, helping Chinese factories that meet the tonnage threshold complete registration or authorisation and enter the Moldovan market in compliance.
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Data Source: General Administration of Customs, P.R.China | Customs Statistics On-line Query Platform
