Maize trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in maize was worth $44.33 billion in 2024, about 187.95 million tonnes. That is an increase of 46% since 2017, and down 21% 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 | $44.33B | 187.95M t |
| 2023 | $56.35B | 199.63M t |
| 2022 | $68.29B | 215.99M t |
| 2021 | $56.01B | 206.25M t |
| 2020 | $41.03B | 202.82M t |
| 2019 | $38.54B | 190.48M t |
| 2018 | $36.97B | 176.90M t |
| 2017 | $30.43B | 149.37M t |
Top maize exporting countries
Exports are led by the United States (24%), Brazil (19%) and Argentina (16%). 159 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 59%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $10.65B | 24% |
| Brazil | $8.41B | 19% |
| Argentina | $7.22B | 16% |
| Ukraine | $5.79B | 13% |
| France | $1.87B | 4.2% |
| South Africa | $939.0M | 2.1% |
| Romania | $858.2M | 1.9% |
| Myanmar | $789.9M | 1.8% |
| Poland | $787.8M | 1.8% |
| Hungary | $743.6M | 1.7% |
| Serbia | $693.9M | 1.6% |
| Russia | $491.9M | 1.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are Japan (8%), Vietnam (6%) and South Korea (6%). 214 countries imported it, and the top three take 19% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $3.60B | 8.1% |
| Vietnam | $2.51B | 5.7% |
| South Korea | $2.49B | 5.6% |
| China | $2.17B | 4.9% |
| Spain | $1.92B | 4.3% |
| Egypt | $1.84B | 4.1% |
| Mexico | $1.83B | 4.1% |
| Italy | $1.74B | 3.9% |
| Colombia | $1.57B | 3.6% |
| Malaysia | $1.17B | 2.6% |
| Turkey | $1.11B | 2.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.09B | 2.5% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $0.24 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, France averaged $0.46 per kg and Brazil $0.20 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 1005
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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 1005: Maize (corn). HS 1005 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most maize?
The United States exported $10.65 billion in 2024, 24% of the world total, followed by Brazil (19%) and Argentina (16%). In all, 159 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most maize?
Japan imported $3.60 billion in 2024, 8% of world imports, ahead of Vietnam (6%) and South Korea (6%). The top three importers together take 19%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in maize?
It was worth $44.33 billion in 2024, about 187.95 million tonnes. That is an increase of 46% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $68.29 billion. 159 countries reported exports and 214 reported imports.
What is the average price of maize per kg?
The world average declared value was about $0.24 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, France averaged $0.46 per kg and Brazil $0.20 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 maize?
The HS code for maize is heading 1005, 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 1005 page.
How can I find maize buyers and suppliers?
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