Raw peanuts trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in raw peanuts was worth $72.0 million in 2024, about 85.8 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 57% since 2017, and up 37% 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 | $72.0M | 85.8K t |
| 2023 | $52.6M | 34.6K t |
| 2022 | $40.9M | 29.5K t |
| 2021 | $115.3M | 69.0K t |
| 2020 | $194.8M | 110.1K t |
| 2019 | $131.0M | 83.8K t |
| 2018 | $94.1M | 73.1K t |
| 2017 | $167.2M | 133.5K t |
Top raw peanuts exporting countries
India is the largest exporter with 61% of world exports, followed by the Gambia and the United States. The top three supply 72% between them, out of 88 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $44.2M | 61% |
| Gambia | $4.6M | 6.4% |
| United States | $3.3M | 4.6% |
| Myanmar | $3.0M | 4.2% |
| Netherlands | $2.8M | 3.9% |
| South Africa | $2.6M | 3.6% |
| DR Congo | $2.1M | 2.9% |
| Malaysia | $1.6M | 2.3% |
| Argentina | $1.4M | 2% |
| Tanzania | $1.3M | 1.9% |
| China | $1.3M | 1.9% |
| France | $625K | 0.9% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are Malaysia (59%), China (11%) and Zimbabwe (4%). 128 countries imported it, and the top three take 73% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $42.4M | 59% |
| China | $7.6M | 11% |
| Zimbabwe | $2.9M | 4% |
| France | $2.3M | 3.1% |
| Uganda | $2.1M | 2.9% |
| Belgium | $2.0M | 2.8% |
| Indonesia | $1.9M | 2.6% |
| Mexico | $1.3M | 1.8% |
| United Kingdom | $981K | 1.4% |
| Italy | $873K | 1.2% |
| Brazil | $739K | 1% |
| South Africa | $708K | 1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $0.84 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, South Africa averaged $2.63 per kg and the Gambia $0.18 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 1202.30: Ground-nuts: seed, not roasted or otherwise cooked, whether or not shelled or broken. HS 1202 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most raw peanuts?
India exported $44.2 million in 2024, 61% of the world total, followed by the Gambia (6%) and the United States (5%). In all, 88 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most raw peanuts?
Malaysia imported $42.4 million in 2024, 59% of world imports, ahead of China (11%) and Zimbabwe (4%). The top three importers together take 73%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in raw peanuts?
It was worth $72.0 million in 2024, about 85.8 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 57% since 2017. The peak year was 2020 at $194.8 million. 88 countries reported exports and 128 reported imports.
What is the average price of raw peanuts per kg?
The world average declared value was about $0.84 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, South Africa averaged $2.63 per kg and the Gambia $0.18 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 raw peanuts?
The HS code for raw peanuts is subheading 1202.30, 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 1202 page.
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