Dried apricots imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported dried apricots worth $84.5 million (16.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 195 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 14% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $84.5M | 16.3K t |
| 2023 | $74.2M | 13.1K t |
| 2022 | $80.0M | 15.0K t |
| 2021 | $64.6M | 15.7K t |
| 2020 | $44.2M | 13.8K t |
| 2019 | $36.8M | 12.4K t |
| 2018 | $40.2M | 12.8K t |
| 2017 | $47.7M | 14.7K t |
Where the United States imports dried apricots from
Turkey alone supplied 94% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $79.4M | 94% |
| Canada | $1.9M | 2.3% |
| South Africa | $1.2M | 1.4% |
| Afghanistan | $788K | 0.9% |
| Uzbekistan | $226K | 0.3% |
| Kyrgyzstan | $151K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $132K | 0.2% |
| Armenia | $115K | 0.1% |
| France | $101K | 0.1% |
| Tajikistan | $99K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.18 per kg, 32% above the world average of $3.91. 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.
Dried apricots exports from the United States
The United States exported $3.7 million of dried apricots in 2024 (774 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Turkey (18%), Australia (14%), Taiwan (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 43%. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $663K | 18% |
| Australia | $523K | 14% |
| Taiwan | $395K | 11% |
| Japan | $346K | 9.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $265K | 7.2% |
| Canada | $253K | 6.9% |
| New Zealand | $150K | 4.1% |
| Mexico | $118K | 3.2% |
| Dominican Republic | $108K | 2.9% |
| Qatar | $104K | 2.8% |
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 0813.10: Fruit, edible: apricots, dried.
Common questions
What is the value of dried apricots imported by the United States?
The United States imported dried apricots worth $84.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 195 countries worldwide, with 15% of world imports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply dried apricots to the United States?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 94% of the value ($79.4 million), followed by Canada (2%) and South Africa (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 152% on the year.
What is the average import price of dried apricots per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.18 per kg in 2024, 32% above the world average of $3.91 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 dried apricots to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $47.7 million in 2017 to $84.5 million in 2024, an increase of 77%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export dried apricots?
Yes. The United States exported $3.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Turkey, Australia and Taiwan. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $80.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for dried apricots?
The HS code for dried apricots is subheading 0813.10. 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 0813 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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