Palm nuts and kernels trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in palm nuts and kernels was worth $80.9 million in 2024, about 193.5 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 29% 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 | $80.9M | 193.5K t |
| 2023 | $78.5M | 146.3K t |
| 2022 | $92.0M | 147.5K t |
| 2021 | $74.3M | 145.5K t |
| 2020 | $48.2M | 170.2K t |
| 2019 | $42.6M | 160.4K t |
| 2018 | $73.1M | 172.9K t |
| 2017 | $62.8M | 65.2K t |
Top palm nuts and kernels exporting countries
Thailand is the largest exporter with 23% of world exports, followed by Honduras and Costa Rica. The top three supply 42% between them, out of 83 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $18.3M | 23% |
| Honduras | $7.9M | 9.8% |
| Costa Rica | $7.5M | 9.3% |
| Cambodia | $6.2M | 7.7% |
| Indonesia | $5.5M | 6.9% |
| Panama | $4.8M | 5.9% |
| Nicaragua | $4.2M | 5.2% |
| Papua New Guinea | $3.0M | 3.7% |
| Colombia | $2.7M | 3.3% |
| Spain | $2.6M | 3.3% |
| Nigeria | $2.3M | 2.9% |
| Malaysia | $2.1M | 2.6% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Malaysia is the biggest buyer with 32% of world imports, ahead of Costa Rica and Guatemala. Demand is concentrated: the top three take 54% across 119 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $25.9M | 32% |
| Costa Rica | $9.0M | 11% |
| Guatemala | $8.7M | 11% |
| India | $5.5M | 6.8% |
| Thailand | $3.8M | 4.7% |
| France | $2.2M | 2.7% |
| Portugal | $2.1M | 2.6% |
| Czech Republic | $1.8M | 2.2% |
| Colombia | $1.7M | 2.1% |
| Brazil | $1.6M | 2% |
| Peru | $1.5M | 1.9% |
| Singapore | $1.3M | 1.6% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $0.42 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Costa Rica averaged $30.45 per kg and Honduras $0.17 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 1207.10: Oil seeds: palm nuts and kernels, whether or not broken. HS 1207 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most palm nuts and kernels?
Thailand exported $18.3 million in 2024, 23% of the world total, followed by Honduras (10%) and Costa Rica (9%). In all, 83 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most palm nuts and kernels?
Malaysia imported $25.9 million in 2024, 32% of world imports, ahead of Costa Rica (11%) and Guatemala (11%). The top three importers together take 54%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in palm nuts and kernels?
It was worth $80.9 million in 2024, about 193.5 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 29% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $92.0 million. 83 countries reported exports and 119 reported imports.
What is the average price of palm nuts and kernels per kg?
The world average declared value was about $0.42 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Costa Rica averaged $30.45 per kg and Honduras $0.17 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 palm nuts and kernels?
The HS code for palm nuts and kernels is subheading 1207.10, in chapter 12 (oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit, industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 1207 page.
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