Puffed grains (non-maize) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in puffed grains (non-maize) was worth $189.7 million in 2024, about 261.2 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 35% since 2017, and down 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 | $189.7M | 261.2K t |
| 2023 | $195.7M | 254.2K t |
| 2022 | $202.8M | 281.4K t |
| 2021 | $180.5M | 284.2K t |
| 2020 | $181.8M | 316.4K t |
| 2019 | $155.7M | 292.6K t |
| 2018 | $140.5M | 299.9K t |
| 2017 | $140.5M | 294.6K t |
Top puffed grains (non-maize) exporting countries
Turkey is the largest exporter with 75% of world exports, followed by the United States and Germany. The top three supply 84% between them, out of 108 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $142.8M | 75% |
| United States | $10.0M | 5.3% |
| Germany | $7.4M | 3.9% |
| Poland | $5.0M | 2.6% |
| France | $3.0M | 1.6% |
| Italy | $2.6M | 1.4% |
| Netherlands | $2.6M | 1.4% |
| Austria | $2.6M | 1.4% |
| Cyprus | $1.7M | 0.9% |
| Belgium | $1.5M | 0.8% |
| Lebanon | $1.1M | 0.6% |
| Denmark | $833K | 0.4% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Iraq is the biggest buyer with 16% of world imports, ahead of Germany and Belgium. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 36% across 186 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Iraq | $30.3M | 16% |
| Germany | $26.2M | 14% |
| Belgium | $11.4M | 6% |
| Syria | $10.9M | 5.7% |
| Russia | $9.4M | 4.9% |
| France | $8.6M | 4.5% |
| Netherlands | $5.5M | 2.9% |
| Dominican Republic | $5.1M | 2.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $5.1M | 2.7% |
| Austria | $4.6M | 2.5% |
| Jordan | $4.5M | 2.4% |
| Sweden | $4.4M | 2.3% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $0.73 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Austria averaged $2.67 per kg and Turkey $0.64 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 1904.30: Prepared foods obtained by the swelling or roasting of cereals or cereal products (e.g. corn flakes): cereals, not maize (corn), in grain form or in the form of flakes or other worked grains, from bulgur wheat. HS 1904 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most puffed grains (non-maize)?
Turkey exported $142.8 million in 2024, 75% of the world total, followed by the United States (5%) and Germany (4%). In all, 108 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most puffed grains (non-maize)?
Iraq imported $30.3 million in 2024, 16% of world imports, ahead of Germany (14%) and Belgium (6%). The top three importers together take 36%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in puffed grains (non-maize)?
It was worth $189.7 million in 2024, about 261.2 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 35% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $202.8 million. 108 countries reported exports and 186 reported imports.
What is the average price of puffed grains (non-maize) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $0.73 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Austria averaged $2.67 per kg and Turkey $0.64 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 puffed grains (non-maize)?
The HS code for puffed grains (non-maize) is subheading 1904.30, in chapter 19 (preparations of cereals, flour, starch or milk; pastrycooks' products). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 1904 page.
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