Avocados imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $3.80 billion of avocados in 2024 (1.21 million tonnes). It ranks 1st of 194 countries for imports of this product. That is 25% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $3.80B | 1.21M t |
| 2023 | $3.03B | 1.25M t |
| 2022 | $3.28B | 1.12M t |
| 2021 | $3.09B | 1.21M t |
| 2020 | $2.51B | 1.12M t |
| 2019 | $2.85B | 1.11M t |
| 2018 | $2.42B | 1.04M t |
| 2017 | $2.72B | 901.5K t |
Where the United States imports avocados from
Mexico alone supplied 91% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $3.47B | 91% |
| Peru | $165.8M | 4.4% |
| Colombia | $73.0M | 1.9% |
| Dominican Republic | $68.4M | 1.8% |
| Chile | $19.5M | 0.5% |
| New Zealand | $298K | 0% |
| Guatemala | $125K | 0% |
| Israel | $96K | 0% |
| Kenya | $31K | 0% |
| Norway | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.15 per kg, close to the world average of $2.82.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Avocados exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported avocados worth $73.2 million (12.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: Canada accounted for 76% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest (+40% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $55.4M | 76% |
| South Korea | $2.2M | 3% |
| Bermuda | $2.0M | 2.7% |
| Cayman Isds | $1.8M | 2.5% |
| Bahamas | $1.7M | 2.3% |
| Taiwan | $1.7M | 2.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.4M | 1.9% |
| Kuwait | $1.3M | 1.7% |
| Japan | $1.1M | 1.5% |
| Turks and Caicos Isds | $923K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
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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 0804.40: Fruit, edible: avocados, fresh or dried.
Common questions
What is the value of avocados imported by the United States?
The United States imported avocados worth $3.80 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.21 million tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 194 countries worldwide, with 40% of world imports. The value was up 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply avocados to the United States?
Mexico was the largest supplier with 91% of the value ($3.47 billion), followed by Peru (4%) and Colombia (2%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. New Zealand grew fastest among the top ten, up 566% on the year.
What is the average import price of avocados per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.15 per kg in 2024, 12% above the world average of $2.82 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 imports of avocados to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.72 billion in 2017 to $3.80 billion in 2024, an increase of 40%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export avocados?
Yes. The United States exported $73.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, South Korea and Bermuda. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $3.73 billion a year.
What is the HS code for avocados?
The HS code for avocados is subheading 0804.40. 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 0804 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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