Active yeast imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $360.6 million of active yeast in 2024 (110.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 219 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 8% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $360.6M | 110.1K t |
| 2023 | $333.6M | 94.4K t |
| 2022 | $289.2M | 103.6K t |
| 2021 | $244.7M | 101.5K t |
| 2020 | $235.7M | 98.3K t |
| 2019 | $209.5M | 94.2K t |
| 2018 | $200.7M | 84.5K t |
| 2017 | $183.5M | 83.4K t |
Where the United States imports active yeast from
Most of the value came from Canada (49%), Mexico (30%), Turkey (4%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+95% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $177.5M | 49% |
| Mexico | $108.3M | 30% |
| Turkey | $14.3M | 4% |
| Belgium | $12.0M | 3.3% |
| Denmark | $9.2M | 2.6% |
| China | $8.4M | 2.3% |
| Egypt | $7.3M | 2% |
| France | $7.1M | 2% |
| Austria | $5.4M | 1.5% |
| United Kingdom | $3.3M | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.27 per kg, 42% above the world average of $2.30. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Active yeast exports from the United States
The United States exported $41.2 million of active yeast in 2024 (10.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. The largest buyer markets were Canada (38%), Mexico (17%), Guatemala (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Guatemala grew fastest (+444% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $15.5M | 38% |
| Mexico | $7.0M | 17% |
| Guatemala | $3.0M | 7.2% |
| South Korea | $2.6M | 6.3% |
| India | $2.4M | 5.8% |
| Japan | $2.1M | 5.1% |
| Thailand | $1.3M | 3.1% |
| Chile | $638K | 1.6% |
| Bahamas | $486K | 1.2% |
| Egypt | $483K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 2102.10: Yeasts: active.
Common questions
What is the value of active yeast imported by the United States?
The United States imported active yeast worth $360.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 110.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 219 countries worldwide, with 16% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply active yeast to the United States?
Canada was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($177.5 million), followed by Mexico (30%) and Turkey (4%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 45 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 239% on the year.
What is the average import price of active yeast per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.27 per kg in 2024, 42% above the world average of $2.30 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of active yeast to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $183.5 million in 2017 to $360.6 million in 2024, an increase of 96%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export active yeast?
Yes. The United States exported $41.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and Guatemala. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $319.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for active yeast?
The HS code for active yeast is subheading 2102.10. It sits in HS chapter 21 (miscellaneous edible preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2102 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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