Dried lentils exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of dried lentils by the United States reached $332.1 million in 2024 (308.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 136 countries. Value rose 21% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $332.1M | 308.2K t |
| 2023 | $273.6M | 266.6K t |
| 2022 | $191.6M | 190.3K t |
| 2021 | $173.8M | 253.5K t |
| 2020 | $193.8M | 338.7K t |
| 2019 | $132.8M | 269.3K t |
| 2018 | $105.5M | 147.9K t |
| 2017 | $285.2M | 319.5K t |
Where the United States exports dried lentils to
Most of it went to Canada (30%), India (21%), Colombia (10%). Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $98.8M | 30% |
| India | $68.2M | 21% |
| Colombia | $31.9M | 9.6% |
| Mexico | $26.8M | 8.1% |
| Spain | $24.3M | 7.3% |
| Peru | $15.4M | 4.6% |
| Italy | $6.1M | 1.9% |
| China | $6.0M | 1.8% |
| Greece | $5.3M | 1.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $4.7M | 1.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.08 per kg, 30% above the world average of $0.83. 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 lentils imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported dried lentils worth $82.4 million (88.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Canada alone supplied 85% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $70.0M | 85% |
| India | $4.8M | 5.8% |
| Turkey | $3.0M | 3.7% |
| Mexico | $1.2M | 1.4% |
| United Kingdom | $1.1M | 1.4% |
| Tanzania | $633K | 0.8% |
| France | $459K | 0.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $281K | 0.3% |
| Myanmar | $208K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $151K | 0.2% |
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 0713.40: Vegetables, leguminous: lentils, shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried.
Common questions
What is the value of dried lentils exported by the United States?
The United States exported dried lentils worth $332.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 308.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 136 countries worldwide, with 8% of world exports. The value was up 21% on 2023.
Which countries buy dried lentils from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 30% of the value ($98.8 million), followed by India (21%) and Colombia (10%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 104 buyer countries in total. Colombia grew fastest among the top ten, up 19% on the year.
What is the average export price of dried lentils per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.08 per kg in 2024, 30% above the world average of $0.83 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 dried lentils from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $285.2 million in 2017 to $332.1 million in 2024, an increase of 16%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also import dried lentils?
Yes. The United States imported $82.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada, India and Turkey. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $249.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for dried lentils?
The HS code for dried lentils is subheading 0713.40. It sits in HS chapter 07 (vegetables and certain roots and tubers; edible). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0713 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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