Fertile hatching eggs exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of fertile hatching eggs by the United States reached $405.9 million in 2024 (73.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 94 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 4% from 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 | $405.9M | 73.4K t |
| 2023 | $424.3M | 80.7K t |
| 2022 | $375.8M | 68.5K t |
| 2021 | $362.2M | 77.1K t |
| 2020 | $316.0M | 83.1K t |
| 2019 | $318.9M | 74.5K t |
| 2018 | $306.0M | 70.2K t |
| 2017 | $272.6M | 66.6K t |
Where the United States exports fertile hatching eggs to
The largest buyer markets were Mexico (34%), Canada (17%), Jamaica (12%). Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+55% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $138.1M | 34% |
| Canada | $70.6M | 17% |
| Jamaica | $48.2M | 12% |
| Brazil | $43.6M | 11% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $24.6M | 6.1% |
| United Kingdom | $19.3M | 4.8% |
| Guyana | $12.3M | 3% |
| France | $6.7M | 1.7% |
| Barbados | $6.4M | 1.6% |
| Israel | $4.4M | 1.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.53 per kg, close to the world average of $5.81.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fertile hatching eggs imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported fertile hatching eggs worth $30.7 million (6.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were United Kingdom (48%), Belgium (20%), Canada (12%). Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest (+92% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $14.9M | 48% |
| Belgium | $6.1M | 20% |
| Canada | $3.6M | 12% |
| Netherlands | $2.7M | 8.9% |
| Australia | $1.6M | 5.2% |
| Spain | $575K | 1.9% |
| France | $535K | 1.7% |
| Hungary | $289K | 0.9% |
| Germany | $178K | 0.6% |
| Czech Republic | $86K | 0.3% |
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 0407.11: Birds' eggs, in shell: fresh, fertilised eggs for incubation, of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus (domestic hens).
Common questions
What is the value of fertile hatching eggs exported by the United States?
The United States exported fertile hatching eggs worth $405.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 73.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 94 countries worldwide, with 18% of world exports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries buy fertile hatching eggs from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 34% of the value ($138.1 million), followed by Canada (17%) and Jamaica (12%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 54 buyer countries in total. Israel grew fastest among the top ten, up 183% on the year.
What is the average export price of fertile hatching eggs per kg?
The average declared export value was about $5.53 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $5.81 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 fertile hatching eggs from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $272.6 million in 2017 to $405.9 million in 2024, an increase of 49%. The peak was 2023 at $424.3 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also import fertile hatching eggs?
Yes. The United States imported $30.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United Kingdom, Belgium and Canada. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $375.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for fertile hatching eggs?
The HS code for fertile hatching eggs is subheading 0407.11. 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 0407 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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