Evaporated milk exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $28.0 million of evaporated milk in 2024 (10.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value fell 18% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $56.6 million.
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 | $28.0M | 10.1K t |
| 2023 | $34.1M | 11.8K t |
| 2022 | $56.6M | 18.3K t |
| 2021 | $35.6M | 13.9K t |
| 2020 | $9.3M | 5.3K t |
| 2019 | $13.2M | 9.7K t |
| 2018 | $13.0M | 7.9K t |
| 2017 | $11.5M | 8.2K t |
Where the United States exports evaporated milk to
Mexico alone took 55% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Cuba grew fastest (+385% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $15.5M | 55% |
| Cuba | $2.1M | 7.4% |
| Dominican Republic | $1.7M | 6.1% |
| Cayman Isds | $1.4M | 5.1% |
| Bahamas | $1.3M | 4.6% |
| Jamaica | $776K | 2.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $688K | 2.5% |
| Bermuda | $682K | 2.4% |
| Honduras | $493K | 1.8% |
| Colombia | $397K | 1.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.78 per kg, 87% above the world average of $1.49. 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.
Evaporated milk imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported evaporated milk worth $27.8 million (12.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were Peru (48%), Mexico (18%), Netherlands (14%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+382% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Peru | $13.4M | 48% |
| Mexico | $5.1M | 18% |
| Netherlands | $3.9M | 14% |
| Bahrain | $1.9M | 6.9% |
| Italy | $927K | 3.3% |
| Kuwait | $667K | 2.4% |
| Oman | $456K | 1.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $277K | 1% |
| Lithuania | $266K | 1% |
| Yemen | $231K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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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 0402.91: Dairy produce: milk and cream, concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, other than in powder, granules or other solid forms.
Common questions
What is the value of evaporated milk exported by the United States?
The United States exported evaporated milk worth $28.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 111 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries buy evaporated milk from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 55% of the value ($15.5 million), followed by Cuba (7%) and the Dominican Republic (6%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 66 buyer countries in total. Cuba grew fastest among the top ten, up 385% on the year.
What is the average export price of evaporated milk per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.78 per kg in 2024, 87% above the world average of $1.49 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 evaporated milk from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $11.5 million in 2017 to $28.0 million in 2024, an increase of 144%. The peak was 2022 at $56.6 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also import evaporated milk?
Yes. The United States imported $27.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Peru, Mexico and the Netherlands. That compares with exports of $28.0 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for evaporated milk?
The HS code for evaporated milk is subheading 0402.91. It sits in HS chapter 04 (dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0402 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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