Root vegetables (other types) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in root vegetables (other types) was worth $749.8 million in 2024, about 926.6 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 39% since 2017, and up 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 | $749.8M | 926.6K t |
| 2023 | $727.4M | 904.2K t |
| 2022 | $656.1M | 925.3K t |
| 2021 | $681.1M | 899.4K t |
| 2020 | $584.5M | 850.5K t |
| 2019 | $634.6M | 875.6K t |
| 2018 | $596.1M | 841.6K t |
| 2017 | $541.3M | 801.0K t |
Top root vegetables (other types) exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 21% of world exports, followed by the Netherlands and Italy. The top three supply 52% between them, out of 141 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $154.5M | 21% |
| Netherlands | $139.0M | 19% |
| Italy | $97.4M | 13% |
| Mexico | $51.9M | 6.9% |
| Spain | $37.4M | 5% |
| Poland | $29.1M | 3.9% |
| Germany | $27.6M | 3.7% |
| Canada | $24.7M | 3.3% |
| United States | $24.7M | 3.3% |
| Hungary | $19.0M | 2.5% |
| France | $16.3M | 2.2% |
| Israel | $14.7M | 2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are Germany (13%), the United States (10%) and South Korea (7%). 192 countries imported it, and the top three take 30% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $94.4M | 13% |
| United States | $75.6M | 10% |
| South Korea | $55.8M | 7.4% |
| Poland | $35.9M | 4.8% |
| France | $35.1M | 4.7% |
| Canada | $34.6M | 4.6% |
| Japan | $32.7M | 4.4% |
| United Kingdom | $32.1M | 4.3% |
| Belgium | $26.3M | 3.5% |
| Netherlands | $25.1M | 3.3% |
| Romania | $23.1M | 3.1% |
| Russia | $22.2M | 3% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $0.81 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $1.28 per kg and China $0.59 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 0706.90: Vegetables, root: salad beetroot, salsify, celeric, radishes and similar edible roots, fresh or chilled. HS 0706 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most root vegetables (other types)?
China exported $154.5 million in 2024, 21% of the world total, followed by the Netherlands (19%) and Italy (13%). In all, 141 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most root vegetables (other types)?
Germany imported $94.4 million in 2024, 13% of world imports, ahead of the United States (10%) and South Korea (7%). The top three importers together take 30%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in root vegetables (other types)?
It was worth $749.8 million in 2024, about 926.6 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 39% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 141 countries reported exports and 192 reported imports.
What is the average price of root vegetables (other types) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $0.81 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $1.28 per kg and China $0.59 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 root vegetables (other types)?
The HS code for root vegetables (other types) is subheading 0706.90, in chapter 07 (vegetables and certain roots and tubers; edible). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 0706 page.
How can I find root vegetables (other types) buyers and suppliers?
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