Canned sweetcorn exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $83.3 million of canned sweetcorn in 2024 (36.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 124 countries. That is 19% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $126.6 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 | $83.3M | 36.3K t |
| 2023 | $102.7M | 46.1K t |
| 2022 | $106.9M | 55.4K t |
| 2021 | $97.8M | 58.2K t |
| 2020 | $98.6M | 66.0K t |
| 2019 | $116.4M | 78.7K t |
| 2018 | $118.5M | 80.1K t |
| 2017 | $126.6M | 87.3K t |
Where the United States exports canned sweetcorn to
The largest buyer markets were Japan (39%), Mexico (9%), Dominican Republic (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest (+30% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $32.4M | 39% |
| Mexico | $7.6M | 9.2% |
| Dominican Republic | $7.6M | 9.1% |
| South Korea | $6.8M | 8.1% |
| Norway | $4.5M | 5.5% |
| Costa Rica | $3.9M | 4.7% |
| Panama | $2.3M | 2.7% |
| Canada | $2.0M | 2.4% |
| Honduras | $1.8M | 2.1% |
| Colombia | $1.7M | 2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.30 per kg, 45% above the world average of $1.59. 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.
Canned sweetcorn imports to the United States
The United States imported $21.1 million of canned sweetcorn in 2024 (17.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Thailand alone supplied 54% of it. Among the main suppliers, Mexico grew fastest (+143% on the year before).
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 2005.80: Vegetable preparations: sweetcorn (zea mays var. saccharata), prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen.
Common questions
What is the value of canned sweetcorn exported by the United States?
The United States exported canned sweetcorn worth $83.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 36.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 124 countries worldwide, with 7% of world exports. The value was down 19% on 2023.
Which countries buy canned sweetcorn from the United States?
Japan was the largest buyer with 39% of the value ($32.4 million), followed by Mexico (9%) and the Dominican Republic (9%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 88 buyer countries in total. Mexico grew fastest among the top ten, up 30% on the year.
What is the average export price of canned sweetcorn per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.30 per kg in 2024, 45% above the world average of $1.59 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 canned sweetcorn from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $126.6 million in 2017 to $83.3 million in 2024, a fall of 34%. The peak was 2017 at $126.6 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also import canned sweetcorn?
Yes. The United States imported $21.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Thailand, China and Canada. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $62.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for canned sweetcorn?
The HS code for canned sweetcorn is subheading 2005.80. 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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