Canned beans (unshelled) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of canned beans (unshelled) by the United States reached $67.6 million in 2024 (37.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 212 countries for imports of this product. That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $67.6M | 37.3K t |
| 2023 | $65.9M | 35.4K t |
| 2022 | $78.9M | 42.4K t |
| 2021 | $63.6M | 43.8K t |
| 2020 | $49.0M | 34.1K t |
| 2019 | $40.8M | 31.1K t |
| 2018 | $33.5M | 24.6K t |
| 2017 | $28.2M | 20.7K t |
Where the United States imports canned beans (unshelled) from
Most of the value came from Guatemala (45%), Mexico (14%), China (7%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+87% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Guatemala | $30.3M | 45% |
| Mexico | $9.8M | 15% |
| China | $5.0M | 7.4% |
| Canada | $3.9M | 5.8% |
| Italy | $3.2M | 4.7% |
| Honduras | $2.1M | 3.1% |
| Spain | $2.0M | 2.9% |
| El Salvador | $1.2M | 1.8% |
| Costa Rica | $1.2M | 1.8% |
| United Kingdom | $1.1M | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.81 per kg, close to the world average of $1.52.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Canned beans (unshelled) exports from the United States
Exports of canned beans (unshelled) by the United States reached $10.4 million in 2024 (6.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Most of it went to Canada (39%), Guatemala (10%), Germany (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Japan grew fastest (+137% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $4.0M | 39% |
| Guatemala | $1.1M | 10% |
| Germany | $597K | 5.7% |
| Dominican Republic | $545K | 5.2% |
| Panama | $376K | 3.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $275K | 2.6% |
| Aruba | $251K | 2.4% |
| Japan | $241K | 2.3% |
| Curaçao | $239K | 2.3% |
| Bermuda | $236K | 2.3% |
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 2005.59: Vegetable preparations: beans, (not shelled), prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen.
Common questions
What is the value of canned beans (unshelled) imported by the United States?
The United States imported canned beans (unshelled) worth $67.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 37.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 212 countries worldwide, with 16% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply canned beans (unshelled) to the United States?
Guatemala was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($30.3 million), followed by Mexico (14%) and China (7%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 55 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 87% on the year.
What is the average import price of canned beans (unshelled) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.81 per kg in 2024, 19% above the world average of $1.52 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 canned beans (unshelled) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $28.2 million in 2017 to $67.6 million in 2024, an increase of 140%. The peak was 2022 at $78.9 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export canned beans (unshelled)?
Yes. The United States exported $10.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Guatemala and Germany. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $57.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for canned beans (unshelled)?
The HS code for canned beans (unshelled) is subheading 2005.59. It sits in HS chapter 20 (preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts or other parts of plants). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2005 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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