Desiccated coconut imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported desiccated coconut worth $91.7 million (47.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 211 countries. That is 6% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $164.7 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 | $91.7M | 47.3K t |
| 2023 | $86.5M | 45.0K t |
| 2022 | $164.7M | 61.2K t |
| 2021 | $156.2M | 59.7K t |
| 2020 | $93.7M | 46.1K t |
| 2019 | $93.7M | 48.9K t |
| 2018 | $123.3M | 51.1K t |
| 2017 | $121.1M | 48.9K t |
Where the United States imports desiccated coconut from
One supplier dominates: Philippines accounted for 71% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Sri Lanka grew fastest (+43% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Philippines | $65.2M | 71% |
| Sri Lanka | $10.3M | 11% |
| Dominican Republic | $3.8M | 4.1% |
| Indonesia | $2.2M | 2.4% |
| Canada | $2.0M | 2.2% |
| Vietnam | $2.0M | 2.2% |
| Costa Rica | $1.8M | 2% |
| India | $1.3M | 1.4% |
| Mexico | $1.2M | 1.3% |
| Guyana | $656K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.94 per kg, 25% above the world average of $1.55. 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.
Desiccated coconut exports from the United States
Exports of desiccated coconut by the United States reached $3.9 million in 2024 (927 tonnes). Most of it went to Canada (38%), India (19%), Philippines (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Philippines grew fastest (+658% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $1.5M | 38% |
| India | $733K | 19% |
| Philippines | $259K | 6.7% |
| Mexico | $252K | 6.5% |
| Barbados | $246K | 6.4% |
| Jamaica | $188K | 4.9% |
| Guatemala | $76K | 2% |
| Kuwait | $70K | 1.8% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $62K | 1.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $53K | 1.4% |
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 0801.11: Nuts, edible: coconuts, desiccated.
Common questions
What is the value of desiccated coconut imported by the United States?
The United States imported desiccated coconut worth $91.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 47.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 211 countries worldwide, with 11% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply desiccated coconut to the United States?
The Philippines was the largest supplier with 71% of the value ($65.2 million), followed by Sri Lanka (11%) and the Dominican Republic (4%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 39 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 123% on the year.
What is the average import price of desiccated coconut per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.94 per kg in 2024, 25% above the world average of $1.55 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 desiccated coconut to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $121.1 million in 2017 to $91.7 million in 2024, a fall of 24%. The peak was 2022 at $164.7 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export desiccated coconut?
Yes. The United States exported $3.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, India and the Philippines. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $87.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for desiccated coconut?
The HS code for desiccated coconut is subheading 0801.11. It sits in HS chapter 08 (fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0801 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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