Crude palm kernel or babassu oil imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported crude palm kernel or babassu oil worth $5.7 million (3.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 0%. That is 29% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 113% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $8.0 million.
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 | $5.7M | 3.9K t |
| 2023 | $8.0M | 7.5K t |
| 2022 | $5.0M | 3.3K t |
| 2021 | $5.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $4.1M | 1.9K t |
| 2019 | $1.7M | 97 t |
| 2018 | $2.9M | 2.3K t |
| 2017 | $29K | 6 t |
Where the United States imports crude palm kernel or babassu oil from
One supplier dominates: Malaysia accounted for 60% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Colombia grew fastest (+165% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $3.4M | 60% |
| Colombia | $1.5M | 26% |
| Brazil | $356K | 6.2% |
| Honduras | $250K | 4.4% |
| Nigeria | $96K | 1.7% |
| Germany | $42K | 0.7% |
| France | $23K | 0.4% |
| Netherlands | $20K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $4K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.45 per kg, 21% above the world average of $1.20. 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.
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 1513.21: Vegetable oils: palm kernel or babassu oil and their fractions, crude, not chemically modified.
Common questions
What is the value of crude palm kernel or babassu oil imported by the United States?
The United States imported crude palm kernel or babassu oil worth $5.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 22nd of 112 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 29% on 2023.
Which countries supply crude palm kernel or babassu oil to the United States?
Malaysia was the largest supplier with 60% of the value ($3.4 million), followed by Colombia (26%) and Brazil (6%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. Colombia grew fastest among the top ten, up 165% on the year.
What is the average import price of crude palm kernel or babassu oil per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.45 per kg in 2024, 21% above the world average of $1.20 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 crude palm kernel or babassu oil to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $28 thousand in 2017 to $5.7 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $8.0 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
What is the HS code for crude palm kernel or babassu oil?
The HS code for crude palm kernel or babassu oil is subheading 1513.21. It sits in HS chapter 15 (animal, vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their cleavage products; prepared edible fats; animal or vegetable waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1513 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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