Citrus juice trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in citrus juice was worth $606.9 million in 2024, about 304.5 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 0% since 2017, and up 12% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $606.9M | 304.5K t |
| 2023 | $543.3M | 279.6K t |
| 2022 | $576.5M | 295.2K t |
| 2021 | $596.1M | 288.6K t |
| 2020 | $608.0M | 320.9K t |
| 2019 | $624.4M | 300.4K t |
| 2018 | $682.2M | 301.4K t |
| 2017 | $605.9M | 354.2K t |
Top citrus juice exporting countries
Argentina is the largest exporter with 23% of world exports, followed by Italy and Spain. The top three supply 40% between them, out of 126 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Argentina | $139.1M | 23% |
| Italy | $58.8M | 9.7% |
| Spain | $43.6M | 7.2% |
| Netherlands | $43.5M | 7.2% |
| Israel | $40.2M | 6.6% |
| South Africa | $35.7M | 5.9% |
| Brazil | $31.8M | 5.3% |
| Mexico | $26.0M | 4.3% |
| Pakistan | $23.5M | 3.9% |
| United States | $18.3M | 3% |
| Peru | $17.3M | 2.8% |
| Ireland | $13.9M | 2.3% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (20%), the Netherlands (12%) and Japan (10%). 204 countries imported it, and the top three take 42% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $119.8M | 20% |
| Netherlands | $73.3M | 12% |
| Japan | $58.6M | 9.7% |
| Germany | $47.6M | 7.8% |
| France | $27.1M | 4.5% |
| Israel | $27.0M | 4.5% |
| United Kingdom | $21.4M | 3.5% |
| Spain | $19.6M | 3.2% |
| China | $18.8M | 3.1% |
| Italy | $18.3M | 3% |
| Canada | $17.9M | 2.9% |
| Poland | $11.2M | 1.9% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $1.99 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Mexico averaged $3.37 per kg and Brazil $1.41 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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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 2009.39: Juice: of single citrus fruit (excluding orange or grapefruit), of a Brix value exceeding 20, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter. HS 2009 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most citrus juice?
Argentina exported $139.1 million in 2024, 23% of the world total, followed by Italy (10%) and Spain (7%). In all, 126 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most citrus juice?
The United States imported $119.8 million in 2024, 20% of world imports, ahead of the Netherlands (12%) and Japan (10%). The top three importers together take 42%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in citrus juice?
It was worth $606.9 million in 2024, about 304.5 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 0% since 2017. The peak year was 2018 at $682.2 million. 126 countries reported exports and 204 reported imports.
What is the average price of citrus juice per kg?
The world average declared value was about $1.99 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Mexico averaged $3.37 per kg and Brazil $1.41 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for citrus juice?
The HS code for citrus juice is subheading 2009.39, in chapter 20 (preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts or other parts of plants). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 2009 page.
How can I find citrus juice buyers and suppliers?
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