Pickled cucumbers trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in pickled cucumbers was worth $986.8 million in 2024, about 731.5 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 71% since 2017, and up 8% 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 | $986.8M | 731.5K t |
| 2023 | $912.6M | 700.0K t |
| 2022 | $822.8M | 706.4K t |
| 2021 | $771.4M | 677.0K t |
| 2020 | $713.1M | 638.5K t |
| 2019 | $647.1M | 608.3K t |
| 2018 | $665.7M | 616.3K t |
| 2017 | $575.8M | 548.9K t |
Top pickled cucumbers exporting countries
Exports are led by Germany (21%), India (21%) and Turkey (18%). 125 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 59%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $203.3M | 21% |
| India | $202.4M | 21% |
| Turkey | $179.3M | 18% |
| United States | $102.4M | 10% |
| Netherlands | $45.6M | 4.6% |
| Poland | $40.1M | 4.1% |
| Vietnam | $23.4M | 2.4% |
| France | $14.4M | 1.5% |
| Hungary | $13.9M | 1.4% |
| Spain | $13.9M | 1.4% |
| Egypt | $11.4M | 1.2% |
| Canada | $10.9M | 1.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (11%), Germany (10%) and Canada (10%). 213 countries imported it, and the top three take 31% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $104.7M | 11% |
| Germany | $101.4M | 10% |
| Canada | $95.8M | 9.7% |
| France | $77.3M | 7.8% |
| Netherlands | $65.2M | 6.6% |
| United Kingdom | $57.5M | 5.8% |
| Belgium | $25.3M | 2.6% |
| Spain | $23.9M | 2.4% |
| Czech Republic | $23.5M | 2.4% |
| Russia | $23.2M | 2.4% |
| Australia | $22.8M | 2.3% |
| Romania | $22.1M | 2.2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $1.35 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, France averaged $3.09 per kg and Vietnam $0.99 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 2001.10: Vegetable preparations: cucumbers and gherkins, prepared or preserved by vinegar or acetic acid. HS 2001 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most pickled cucumbers?
Germany exported $203.3 million in 2024, 21% of the world total, followed by India (21%) and Turkey (18%). In all, 125 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most pickled cucumbers?
The United States imported $104.7 million in 2024, 11% of world imports, ahead of Germany (10%) and Canada (10%). The top three importers together take 31%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in pickled cucumbers?
It was worth $986.8 million in 2024, about 731.5 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 71% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 125 countries reported exports and 213 reported imports.
What is the average price of pickled cucumbers per kg?
The world average declared value was about $1.35 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, France averaged $3.09 per kg and Vietnam $0.99 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 pickled cucumbers?
The HS code for pickled cucumbers is subheading 2001.10, in chapter 20 (preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts or other parts of plants). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 2001 page.
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