Yogurt and fermented milk trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in yogurt and fermented milk was worth $6.10 billion in 2024, about 3.28 million tonnes. That is an increase of 35% since 2017, and up 5% 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 | $6.10B | 3.28M t |
| 2023 | $5.79B | 3.07M t |
| 2022 | $5.22B | 3.10M t |
| 2021 | $5.19B | 3.31M t |
| 2020 | $4.83B | 3.19M t |
| 2019 | $4.81B | 3.30M t |
| 2018 | $4.93B | 3.31M t |
| 2017 | $4.50B | 3.13M t |
Top yogurt and fermented milk exporting countries
Germany is the largest exporter with 18% of world exports, followed by France and Belgium. The top three supply 37% between them, out of 140 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.08B | 18% |
| France | $719.2M | 12% |
| Belgium | $461.6M | 7.6% |
| Greece | $458.5M | 7.5% |
| Spain | $386.6M | 6.3% |
| Austria | $269.0M | 4.4% |
| Poland | $267.7M | 4.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $262.6M | 4.3% |
| Thailand | $157.5M | 2.6% |
| Netherlands | $149.9M | 2.5% |
| United States | $141.4M | 2.3% |
| New Zealand | $129.0M | 2.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United Kingdom (11%), Italy (10%) and the Netherlands (6%). 223 countries imported it, and the top three take 26% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $647.6M | 11% |
| Italy | $598.7M | 9.8% |
| Netherlands | $365.6M | 6% |
| Germany | $352.1M | 5.8% |
| Spain | $329.8M | 5.4% |
| Belgium | $262.4M | 4.3% |
| Portugal | $243.9M | 4% |
| Philippines | $239.6M | 3.9% |
| France | $228.2M | 3.7% |
| United States | $162.2M | 2.7% |
| Sweden | $124.2M | 2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $120.8M | 2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $1.86 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Greece averaged $2.64 per kg and Saudi Arabia $1.60 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 0403
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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 0403: Yogurt; buttermilk, curdled milk and cream, kephir and other fermented or acidified milk and cream, whether or not concentrated or containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or flavoured or containing added fruit, nuts or cocoa.. HS 0403 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most yogurt and fermented milk?
Germany exported $1.08 billion in 2024, 18% of the world total, followed by France (12%) and Belgium (8%). In all, 140 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most yogurt and fermented milk?
The United Kingdom imported $647.6 million in 2024, 11% of world imports, ahead of Italy (10%) and the Netherlands (6%). The top three importers together take 26%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in yogurt and fermented milk?
It was worth $6.10 billion in 2024, about 3.28 million tonnes. That is an increase of 35% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 140 countries reported exports and 223 reported imports.
What is the average price of yogurt and fermented milk per kg?
The world average declared value was about $1.86 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Greece averaged $2.64 per kg and Saudi Arabia $1.60 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 yogurt and fermented milk?
The HS code for yogurt and fermented milk is heading 0403, in chapter 04 (dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 0403 page.
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