Almonds (in shell) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported almonds (in shell) worth $1.24 billion (320.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 105 countries for exports of this product. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1.24B | 320.4K t |
| 2023 | $1.21B | 326.9K t |
| 2022 | $1.24B | 307.1K t |
| 2021 | $1.12B | 291.1K t |
| 2020 | $1.09B | 278.9K t |
| 2019 | $1.03B | 219.6K t |
| 2018 | $1.02B | 210.7K t |
| 2017 | $1.04B | 208.1K t |
Where the United States exports almonds (in shell) to
India alone took 75% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $923.1M | 75% |
| China | $76.4M | 6.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $57.4M | 4.7% |
| Vietnam | $21.6M | 1.8% |
| Belgium | $20.0M | 1.6% |
| Turkey | $19.2M | 1.6% |
| Thailand | $15.5M | 1.3% |
| Germany | $13.5M | 1.1% |
| Netherlands | $6.9M | 0.6% |
| Pakistan | $6.8M | 0.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.86 per kg, close to the world average of $3.82.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Almonds (in shell) imports to the United States
The United States imported $1.1 million of almonds (in shell) in 2024 (116 tonnes). The largest suppliers were India (38%), Bolivia (23%), Brazil (20%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+762% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $416K | 38% |
| Bolivia | $259K | 23% |
| Brazil | $224K | 20% |
| Afghanistan | $73K | 6.6% |
| Italy | $33K | 3% |
| Uzbekistan | $30K | 2.7% |
| China | $29K | 2.6% |
| Spain | $21K | 1.9% |
| Germany | $12K | 1.1% |
| Canada | $5K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
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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 0802.11: Nuts, edible: almonds, fresh or dried, in shell.
Common questions
What is the value of almonds (in shell) exported by the United States?
The United States exported almonds (in shell) worth $1.24 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 320.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 105 countries worldwide, with 76% of world exports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries buy almonds (in shell) from the United States?
India was the largest buyer with 75% of the value ($923.1 million), followed by China (6%) and the United Arab Emirates (5%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 104 buyer countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 350% on the year.
What is the average export price of almonds (in shell) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.86 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $3.82 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 exports of almonds (in shell) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.04 billion in 2017 to $1.24 billion in 2024, an increase of 18%. The peak was 2022 at $1.24 billion. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also import almonds (in shell)?
Yes. The United States imported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, Bolivia and Brazil. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.23 billion a year.
What is the HS code for almonds (in shell)?
The HS code for almonds (in shell) is subheading 0802.11. It sits in HS chapter 08 (fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0802 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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