Preserved fruit trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in preserved fruit was worth $251.9 million in 2024, about 135.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 9% since 2017, and up 6% 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 | $251.9M | 135.3K t |
| 2023 | $236.6M | 139.4K t |
| 2022 | $247.0M | 147.6K t |
| 2021 | $234.2M | 143.8K t |
| 2020 | $212.5M | 121.7K t |
| 2019 | $243.8M | 136.1K t |
| 2018 | $249.0M | 144.2K t |
| 2017 | $232.0M | 131.1K t |
Top preserved fruit exporting countries
Spain is the largest exporter with 16% of world exports, followed by China and the Dominican Republic. The top three supply 39% between them, out of 111 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $40.1M | 16% |
| China | $35.6M | 14% |
| Dominican Republic | $23.5M | 9.3% |
| Bulgaria | $21.5M | 8.5% |
| Italy | $20.9M | 8.3% |
| Turkey | $17.3M | 6.9% |
| Greece | $14.1M | 5.6% |
| Chile | $10.9M | 4.3% |
| United States | $10.4M | 4.1% |
| Romania | $8.6M | 3.4% |
| Madagascar | $8.6M | 3.4% |
| Netherlands | $4.1M | 1.6% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Italy is the biggest buyer with 15% of world imports, ahead of Japan and the United States. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 37% across 165 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $36.8M | 15% |
| Japan | $28.7M | 11% |
| United States | $28.0M | 11% |
| Germany | $19.5M | 7.7% |
| United Kingdom | $15.5M | 6.2% |
| Netherlands | $15.0M | 6% |
| Mexico | $11.3M | 4.5% |
| Austria | $11.3M | 4.5% |
| France | $10.0M | 4% |
| Thailand | $9.1M | 3.6% |
| China | $6.2M | 2.5% |
| Belgium | $5.8M | 2.3% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $1.86 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Spain averaged $3.47 per kg and the Dominican Republic $1.20 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 0812
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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 0812: Fruit and nuts provisionally preserved, but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption. HS 0812 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most preserved fruit?
Spain exported $40.1 million in 2024, 16% of the world total, followed by China (14%) and the Dominican Republic (9%). In all, 111 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most preserved fruit?
Italy imported $36.8 million in 2024, 15% of world imports, ahead of Japan (11%) and the United States (11%). The top three importers together take 37%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in preserved fruit?
It was worth $251.9 million in 2024, about 135.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 9% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 111 countries reported exports and 165 reported imports.
What is the average price of preserved fruit per kg?
The world average declared value was about $1.86 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Spain averaged $3.47 per kg and the Dominican Republic $1.20 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 preserved fruit?
The HS code for preserved fruit is heading 0812, in chapter 08 (fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 0812 page.
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