Beet pulp exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported beet pulp worth $78.3 million (285.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 76 countries. Value fell 39% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $127.6 million.
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 | $78.3M | 285.0K t |
| 2023 | $127.6M | 377.2K t |
| 2022 | $120.0M | 384.7K t |
| 2021 | $83.9M | 311.6K t |
| 2020 | $76.1M | 298.6K t |
| 2019 | $90.9M | 376.1K t |
| 2018 | $104.7M | 441.1K t |
| 2017 | $98.4M | 412.7K t |
Where the United States exports beet pulp to
One buyer market dominates: Japan accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest (+51% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $39.8M | 51% |
| Ireland | $13.5M | 17% |
| Canada | $9.0M | 12% |
| Mexico | $8.0M | 10% |
| United Kingdom | $3.1M | 3.9% |
| South Korea | $2.6M | 3.3% |
| Brazil | $1.2M | 1.6% |
| Australia | $605K | 0.8% |
| Argentina | $333K | 0.4% |
| Colombia | $98K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.27 per kg, 35% above the world average of $0.20. 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.
Beet pulp imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported beet pulp worth $4.5 million (11.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were Russia (16%), Belgium (16%), Germany (16%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 49%. Among the main suppliers, Chile grew fastest (+874% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Russia | $734K | 17% |
| Belgium | $728K | 16% |
| Germany | $718K | 16% |
| Egypt | $698K | 16% |
| Chile | $598K | 13% |
| United Kingdom | $306K | 6.9% |
| Canada | $216K | 4.9% |
| Japan | $201K | 4.5% |
| Switzerland | $89K | 2% |
| India | $68K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States beet pulp exports (HS 2303.20): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 2303.20: Beet-pulp, bagasse and other waste of sugar manufacture: whether or not in the form of pellets.
Common questions
What is the value of beet pulp exported by the United States?
The United States exported beet pulp worth $78.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 285.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 76 countries worldwide, with 9% of world exports. The value was down 39% on 2023.
Which countries buy beet pulp from the United States?
Japan was the largest buyer with 51% of the value ($39.8 million), followed by Ireland (17%) and Canada (12%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 28 buyer countries in total. Colombia grew fastest among the top ten, up 139% on the year.
What is the average export price of beet pulp per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.27 per kg in 2024, 35% above the world average of $0.20 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of beet pulp from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $98.4 million in 2017 to $78.3 million in 2024, a fall of 20%. The peak was 2023 at $127.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $97.5 million a year.
Does the United States also import beet pulp?
Yes. The United States imported $4.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Russia, Belgium and Germany. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $73.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for beet pulp?
The HS code for beet pulp is subheading 2303.20. It sits in HS chapter 23 (food industries, residues and wastes thereof; prepared animal fodder). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2303 page.
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