Cork waste and processed imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of cork waste and processed by the United States reached $7.0 million in 2024 (5.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 128 countries for imports of this product. That is 18% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $7.0M | 5.5K t |
| 2023 | $6.0M | 4.4K t |
| 2022 | $4.0M | 3.3K t |
| 2021 | $4.7M | 3.9K t |
| 2020 | $5.1M | 3.6K t |
| 2019 | $4.0M | 2.9K t |
| 2018 | $4.5M | 3.8K t |
| 2017 | $3.3M | 3.7K t |
Where the United States imports cork waste and processed from
Portugal alone supplied 97% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Portugal | $6.8M | 97% |
| Paraguay | $62K | 0.9% |
| Spain | $60K | 0.9% |
| France | $43K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $32K | 0.5% |
| Italy | $14K | 0.2% |
| China | $13K | 0.2% |
| Ireland | $8K | 0.1% |
| Israel | $1K | 0% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.28 per kg, 44% below the world average of $2.29, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Cork waste and processed exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported cork waste and processed worth $456 thousand (98 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Brazil (15%), New Zealand (14%), India (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 41%. Among the main buyer markets, Malaysia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $70K | 15% |
| New Zealand | $64K | 14% |
| India | $54K | 12% |
| Turkey | $29K | 6.4% |
| Thailand | $29K | 6.4% |
| Mexico | $22K | 4.8% |
| Colombia | $20K | 4.5% |
| Bahamas | $18K | 4% |
| Malaysia | $17K | 3.6% |
| Argentina | $16K | 3.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States cork waste and processed imports (HS 4501.90): 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 4501.90: Cork: waste cork, crushed, granulated or ground cork.
Common questions
What is the value of cork waste and processed imported by the United States?
The United States imported cork waste and processed worth $7.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 128 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply cork waste and processed to the United States?
Portugal was the largest supplier with 97% of the value ($6.8 million), followed by Paraguay (1%) and Spain (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 798% on the year.
What is the average import price of cork waste and processed per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.28 per kg in 2024, 44% below the world average of $2.29 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of cork waste and processed to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.3 million in 2017 to $7.0 million in 2024, an increase of 111%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.8 million a year.
Does the United States also export cork waste and processed?
Yes. The United States exported $456 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Brazil, New Zealand and India. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $6.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for cork waste and processed?
The HS code for cork waste and processed is subheading 4501.90. It sits in HS chapter 45 (cork and articles of cork). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4501 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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