Dried pigeon peas imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $17.3 million of dried pigeon peas in 2024 (8.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 145 countries for imports of this product. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $17.3M | 8.0K t |
| 2023 | $17.7M | 9.5K t |
| 2022 | $11.2M | 6.6K t |
| 2021 | $10.3M | 6.5K t |
| 2020 | $17.7M | 11.4K t |
| 2019 | $14.7M | 11.0K t |
| 2018 | $10.2M | 8.0K t |
| 2017 | $12.3M | 8.2K t |
Where the United States imports dried pigeon peas from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 85% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $14.8M | 85% |
| Peru | $1.2M | 6.9% |
| Belgium | $614K | 3.6% |
| Tanzania | $222K | 1.3% |
| Nigeria | $219K | 1.3% |
| Spain | $56K | 0.3% |
| Ghana | $44K | 0.3% |
| Canada | $38K | 0.2% |
| Mexico | $36K | 0.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $29K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.17 per kg, 51% above the world average of $1.44. 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 pigeon peas exports from the United States
The United States exported $281 thousand of dried pigeon peas in 2024 (221 tonnes). Most of it went to Dominican Republic (27%), Barbados (15%), Belgium (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Dominican Republic grew fastest (+97% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Dominican Republic | $75K | 27% |
| Barbados | $41K | 15% |
| Belgium | $39K | 14% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $27K | 9.6% |
| France | $23K | 8% |
| Curaçao | $14K | 5.1% |
| Cayman Isds | $14K | 5.1% |
| Bahamas | $12K | 4.3% |
| Australia | $9K | 3.3% |
| Aruba | $8K | 2.7% |
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 0713.60: Vegetables, leguminous: pigeon peas (Cajanus cajan), shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried.
Common questions
What is the value of dried pigeon peas imported by the United States?
The United States imported dried pigeon peas worth $17.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 145 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply dried pigeon peas to the United States?
India was the largest supplier with 85% of the value ($14.8 million), followed by Peru (7%) and Belgium (4%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Peru grew fastest among the top ten, up 23% on the year.
What is the average import price of dried pigeon peas per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.17 per kg in 2024, 51% above the world average of $1.44 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 pigeon peas to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.3 million in 2017 to $17.3 million in 2024, an increase of 41%. The peak was 2020 at $17.7 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export dried pigeon peas?
Yes. The United States exported $281 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Dominican Republic, Barbados and Belgium. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $17.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for dried pigeon peas?
The HS code for dried pigeon peas is subheading 0713.60. 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.
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