Bulk green tea imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of bulk green tea by the United States reached $97.1 million in 2024 (11.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 195 countries. Value fell 6% from 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 | $97.1M | 11.1K t |
| 2023 | $103.5M | 8.4K t |
| 2022 | $91.0M | 10.5K t |
| 2021 | $90.0M | 9.9K t |
| 2020 | $78.4M | 11.0K t |
| 2019 | $79.0M | 12.2K t |
| 2018 | $77.4M | 10.4K t |
| 2017 | $66.7M | 11.1K t |
Where the United States imports bulk green tea from
The largest suppliers were Japan (50%), China (23%), Canada (6%). Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest (+525% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $48.5M | 50% |
| China | $22.5M | 23% |
| Canada | $6.1M | 6.3% |
| Taiwan | $4.3M | 4.4% |
| South Korea | $2.9M | 3% |
| India | $2.6M | 2.7% |
| Germany | $2.1M | 2.2% |
| Argentina | $1.4M | 1.5% |
| Thailand | $1.2M | 1.3% |
| Vietnam | $1.2M | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.75 per kg, 187% above the world average of $3.05. 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.
Bulk green tea exports from the United States
Exports of bulk green tea by the United States reached $6.0 million in 2024 (782 tonnes). It ranks 10th of 160 countries for exports of this product. Canada alone took 53% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest (+501% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $3.2M | 54% |
| Mexico | $556K | 9.3% |
| Netherlands | $200K | 3.4% |
| Guyana | $177K | 3% |
| Kuwait | $176K | 2.9% |
| Barbados | $159K | 2.7% |
| United Kingdom | $155K | 2.6% |
| Philippines | $145K | 2.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $112K | 1.9% |
| Bahamas | $91K | 1.5% |
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 0902.20: Tea, green: (not fermented), in immediate packings of a content exceeding 3kg.
Common questions
What is the value of bulk green tea imported by the United States?
The United States imported bulk green tea worth $97.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 195 countries worldwide, with 11% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply bulk green tea to the United States?
Japan was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($48.5 million), followed by China (23%) and Canada (6%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 65 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 525% on the year.
What is the average import price of bulk green tea per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.75 per kg in 2024, 187% above the world average of $3.05 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 bulk green tea to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $66.7 million in 2017 to $97.1 million in 2024, an increase of 45%. The peak was 2023 at $103.5 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export bulk green tea?
Yes. The United States exported $6.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and the Netherlands. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $91.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for bulk green tea?
The HS code for bulk green tea is subheading 0902.20. It sits in HS chapter 09 (coffee, tea, mate and spices). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0902 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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