Plant products (other) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in plant products (other) was worth $1.26 billion in 2024, about 448.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 63% since 2017, and up 9% 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 | $1.26B | 448.3K t |
| 2023 | $1.16B | 365.1K t |
| 2022 | $1.44B | 361.9K t |
| 2021 | $1.22B | 355.0K t |
| 2020 | $996.1M | 302.3K t |
| 2019 | $898.7M | 310.6K t |
| 2018 | $855.7M | 306.8K t |
| 2017 | $777.8M | 265.5K t |
Top plant products (other) exporting countries
Exports are led by China (54%), Indonesia (9%) and Nigeria (4%). 154 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 67%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $682.8M | 54% |
| Indonesia | $117.8M | 9.3% |
| Nigeria | $49.0M | 3.9% |
| Egypt | $42.6M | 3.4% |
| Spain | $39.2M | 3.1% |
| Turkey | $32.4M | 2.6% |
| Germany | $26.3M | 2.1% |
| South Africa | $20.2M | 1.6% |
| Morocco | $17.6M | 1.4% |
| France | $17.3M | 1.4% |
| Vietnam | $14.5M | 1.1% |
| India | $11.0M | 0.9% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
China is the biggest buyer with 13% of world imports, ahead of the United States and Germany. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 31% across 192 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $167.2M | 13% |
| United States | $126.9M | 10% |
| Germany | $92.0M | 7.3% |
| Iran | $58.0M | 4.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $51.4M | 4.1% |
| Mexico | $51.1M | 4% |
| Netherlands | $45.2M | 3.6% |
| Vietnam | $44.0M | 3.5% |
| Iraq | $37.9M | 3% |
| Italy | $37.2M | 2.9% |
| Taiwan | $32.1M | 2.5% |
| South Korea | $32.0M | 2.5% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $2.82 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $5.85 per kg and Nigeria $1.95 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 1212.99: Vegetable products: fit for human consumption, n.e.c. in heading no. 1212, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground. HS 1212 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most plant products (other)?
China exported $682.8 million in 2024, 54% of the world total, followed by Indonesia (9%) and Nigeria (4%). In all, 154 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most plant products (other)?
China imported $167.2 million in 2024, 13% of world imports, ahead of the United States (10%) and Germany (7%). 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 plant products (other)?
It was worth $1.26 billion in 2024, about 448.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 63% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $1.44 billion. 154 countries reported exports and 192 reported imports.
What is the average price of plant products (other) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $2.82 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $5.85 per kg and Nigeria $1.95 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 plant products (other)?
The HS code for plant products (other) is subheading 1212.99, 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 1212 page.
How can I find plant products (other) buyers and suppliers?
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