Food preparations trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in food preparations was worth $65.15 billion in 2024, about 10.70 million tonnes. That is an increase of 69% since 2017, and up 5% 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 | $65.15B | 10.70M t |
| 2023 | $62.17B | 9.82M t |
| 2022 | $59.74B | 10.48M t |
| 2021 | $56.46B | 10.29M t |
| 2020 | $49.59B | 9.45M t |
| 2019 | $46.77B | 9.48M t |
| 2018 | $44.94B | 8.84M t |
| 2017 | $38.46B | 8.35M t |
Top food preparations exporting countries
The United States is the largest exporter with 13% of world exports, followed by Germany and Singapore. The top three supply 31% between them, out of 221 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $8.48B | 13% |
| Germany | $5.97B | 9.2% |
| Singapore | $5.49B | 8.4% |
| Netherlands | $4.14B | 6.4% |
| China | $3.77B | 5.8% |
| Italy | $2.32B | 3.6% |
| France | $2.17B | 3.3% |
| Poland | $2.06B | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $1.99B | 3.1% |
| Canada | $1.56B | 2.4% |
| Thailand | $1.43B | 2.2% |
| Spain | $1.38B | 2.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 11% of world imports, ahead of China and Germany. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 22% across 226 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $7.33B | 11% |
| China | $4.01B | 6.2% |
| Germany | $3.23B | 5% |
| Netherlands | $2.46B | 3.8% |
| Canada | $2.33B | 3.6% |
| United Kingdom | $2.30B | 3.5% |
| South Korea | $1.97B | 3% |
| France | $1.75B | 2.7% |
| Australia | $1.70B | 2.6% |
| Hong Kong | $1.45B | 2.2% |
| Spain | $1.24B | 1.9% |
| Philippines | $1.21B | 1.9% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $6.09 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Singapore averaged $30.34 per kg and China $3.86 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.
Product types under HS 2106
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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 2106: Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included. HS 2106 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most food preparations?
The United States exported $8.48 billion in 2024, 13% of the world total, followed by Germany (9%) and Singapore (8%). In all, 221 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most food preparations?
The United States imported $7.33 billion in 2024, 11% of world imports, ahead of China (6%) and Germany (5%). The top three importers together take 22%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in food preparations?
It was worth $65.15 billion in 2024, about 10.70 million tonnes. That is an increase of 69% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 221 countries reported exports and 226 reported imports.
What is the average price of food preparations per kg?
The world average declared value was about $6.09 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Singapore averaged $30.34 per kg and China $3.86 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 food preparations?
The HS code for food preparations is heading 2106, in chapter 21 (miscellaneous edible preparations). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 2106 page.
How can I find food preparations buyers and suppliers?
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