Durum wheat grain trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in durum wheat grain was worth $12.52 billion in 2024, about 21.15 million tonnes. That is an increase of 112% since 2017, and down 11% 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 | $12.52B | 21.15M t |
| 2023 | $14.05B | 20.19M t |
| 2022 | $16.90B | 32.84M t |
| 2021 | $9.33B | 26.13M t |
| 2020 | $7.14B | 24.67M t |
| 2019 | $5.75B | 21.31M t |
| 2018 | $6.23B | 23.36M t |
| 2017 | $5.90B | 22.97M t |
Top durum wheat grain exporting countries
Exports are led by Russia (34%), Canada (16%) and the United States (8%). 101 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 57%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Russia | $4.21B | 34% |
| Canada | $1.95B | 16% |
| United States | $985.2M | 7.9% |
| Romania | $729.5M | 5.8% |
| Australia | $709.6M | 5.7% |
| Ukraine | $696.2M | 5.6% |
| France | $486.2M | 3.9% |
| Poland | $337.0M | 2.7% |
| Turkey | $331.9M | 2.7% |
| Lithuania | $239.8M | 1.9% |
| Bulgaria | $207.4M | 1.7% |
| Latvia | $200.4M | 1.6% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Egypt is the biggest buyer with 35% of world imports, ahead of Saudi Arabia and Italy. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 50% across 147 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $4.38B | 35% |
| Saudi Arabia | $963.9M | 7.7% |
| Italy | $897.9M | 7.2% |
| Nigeria | $820.9M | 6.6% |
| Algeria | $642.1M | 5.1% |
| China | $610.7M | 4.9% |
| Morocco | $395.4M | 3.2% |
| Taiwan | $369.7M | 3% |
| Angola | $362.6M | 2.9% |
| Tunisia | $275.6M | 2.2% |
| Ecuador | $261.6M | 2.1% |
| Germany | $235.3M | 1.9% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $0.59 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Ukraine averaged $2.26 per kg and Canada $0.36 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 1001.19: Cereals: wheat and meslin, durum wheat, other than seed. HS 1001 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most durum wheat grain?
Russia exported $4.21 billion in 2024, 34% of the world total, followed by Canada (16%) and the United States (8%). In all, 101 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most durum wheat grain?
Egypt imported $4.38 billion in 2024, 35% of world imports, ahead of Saudi Arabia (8%) and Italy (7%). The top three importers together take 50%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in durum wheat grain?
It was worth $12.52 billion in 2024, about 21.15 million tonnes. That is an increase of 112% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $16.90 billion. 101 countries reported exports and 147 reported imports.
What is the average price of durum wheat grain per kg?
The world average declared value was about $0.59 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Ukraine averaged $2.26 per kg and Canada $0.36 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 durum wheat grain?
The HS code for durum wheat grain is subheading 1001.19, in chapter 10 (cereals). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 1001 page.
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