Fresh legumes trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in fresh legumes was worth $1.81 billion in 2024, about 1.01 million tonnes. That is an increase of 21% since 2017, and up 3% 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 | $1.81B | 1.01M t |
| 2023 | $1.75B | 1.04M t |
| 2022 | $1.52B | 1.01M t |
| 2021 | $1.67B | 1.17M t |
| 2020 | $1.53B | 1.09M t |
| 2019 | $1.49B | 1.05M t |
| 2018 | $1.60B | 1.02M t |
| 2017 | $1.49B | 1.05M t |
Top fresh legumes exporting countries
Morocco is the largest exporter with 18% of world exports, followed by China and Mexico. The top three supply 48% between them, out of 161 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Morocco | $324.3M | 18% |
| China | $282.7M | 16% |
| Mexico | $265.3M | 15% |
| Guatemala | $154.6M | 8.5% |
| Netherlands | $97.5M | 5.4% |
| France | $94.6M | 5.2% |
| Spain | $74.6M | 4.1% |
| United States | $74.4M | 4.1% |
| Egypt | $71.2M | 3.9% |
| Kenya | $56.1M | 3.1% |
| Peru | $49.9M | 2.8% |
| Senegal | $33.6M | 1.9% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 22% of world imports, ahead of Hong Kong and Spain. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 46% across 202 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $391.9M | 22% |
| Hong Kong | $252.4M | 14% |
| Spain | $197.8M | 11% |
| Netherlands | $160.4M | 8.9% |
| France | $109.9M | 6.1% |
| Canada | $104.2M | 5.8% |
| United Kingdom | $104.1M | 5.7% |
| Belgium | $93.3M | 5.2% |
| Germany | $81.4M | 4.5% |
| Italy | $49.4M | 2.7% |
| Singapore | $21.0M | 1.2% |
| Mexico | $16.1M | 0.9% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $1.80 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Guatemala averaged $2.88 per kg and France $0.61 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 0708
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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 0708: Leguminous vegetables; shelled or unshelled, fresh or chilled. HS 0708 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most fresh legumes?
Morocco exported $324.3 million in 2024, 18% of the world total, followed by China (16%) and Mexico (15%). In all, 161 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most fresh legumes?
The United States imported $391.9 million in 2024, 22% of world imports, ahead of Hong Kong (14%) and Spain (11%). The top three importers together take 46%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in fresh legumes?
It was worth $1.81 billion in 2024, about 1.01 million tonnes. That is an increase of 21% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 161 countries reported exports and 202 reported imports.
What is the average price of fresh legumes per kg?
The world average declared value was about $1.80 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Guatemala averaged $2.88 per kg and France $0.61 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 fresh legumes?
The HS code for fresh legumes is heading 0708, in chapter 07 (vegetables and certain roots and tubers; edible). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 0708 page.
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