Dried sea cucumbers imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported dried sea cucumbers worth $9.5 million (150 tonnes). It ranks 8th of 62 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 6% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $20.1 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 | $9.5M | 150 t |
| 2023 | $9.0M | 159 t |
| 2022 | $14.2M | 232 t |
| 2021 | $10.9M | 208 t |
| 2020 | $20.1M | 338 t |
| 2019 | $11.9M | 237 t |
| 2018 | $7.3M | 135 t |
| 2017 | $17.5M | 582 t |
Where the United States imports dried sea cucumbers from
The largest suppliers were Nicaragua (27%), Canada (19%), Mexico (13%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+644% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nicaragua | $2.6M | 27% |
| Canada | $1.8M | 19% |
| Mexico | $1.2M | 13% |
| Turkey | $934K | 9.9% |
| Australia | $740K | 7.8% |
| Indonesia | $390K | 4.1% |
| Hong Kong | $355K | 3.7% |
| Sri Lanka | $302K | 3.2% |
| Jamaica | $297K | 3.1% |
| Honduras | $251K | 2.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $63.13 per kg, 51% above the world average of $41.72. 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 sea cucumbers exports from the United States
Exports of dried sea cucumbers by the United States reached $4.9 million in 2024 (62 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Most of it went to Canada (49%), China (21%), Australia (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest (+114% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $2.4M | 49% |
| China | $1.0M | 21% |
| Australia | $530K | 11% |
| Macao | $423K | 8.6% |
| Hong Kong | $335K | 6.8% |
| South Korea | $83K | 1.7% |
| New Zealand | $65K | 1.3% |
| Malaysia | $26K | 0.5% |
| Nigeria | $18K | 0.4% |
| Singapore | $7K | 0.1% |
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 0308.19: Aquatic invertebrates: sea cucumbers (Stichopus japonicus, Holothuroidea), dried, salted or in brine, smoked, whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process.
Common questions
What is the value of dried sea cucumbers imported by the United States?
The United States imported dried sea cucumbers worth $9.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 150 tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 62 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply dried sea cucumbers to the United States?
Nicaragua was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($2.6 million), followed by Canada (19%) and Mexico (13%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 644% on the year.
What is the average import price of dried sea cucumbers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $63.13 per kg in 2024, 51% above the world average of $41.72 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 sea cucumbers to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.5 million in 2017 to $9.5 million in 2024, a fall of 46%. The peak was 2020 at $20.1 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export dried sea cucumbers?
Yes. The United States exported $4.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, China and Australia. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $4.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for dried sea cucumbers?
The HS code for dried sea cucumbers is subheading 0308.19. It sits in HS chapter 03 (fish and crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0308 page.
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