Fresh asparagus imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $665.5 million of fresh asparagus in 2024 (232.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 164 countries for imports of this product. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. 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 | $665.5M | 232.4K t |
| 2023 | $650.3M | 230.2K t |
| 2022 | $618.3M | 258.4K t |
| 2021 | $684.9M | 299.2K t |
| 2020 | $653.0M | 265.4K t |
| 2019 | $701.8M | 260.7K t |
| 2018 | $636.2M | 259.4K t |
| 2017 | $700.1M | 230.1K t |
Where the United States imports fresh asparagus from
Mexico alone supplied 55% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $364.4M | 55% |
| Peru | $280.9M | 42% |
| Canada | $14.2M | 2.1% |
| Ecuador | $5.0M | 0.8% |
| France | $338K | 0.1% |
| Australia | $205K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $109K | 0% |
| Guatemala | $95K | 0% |
| Argentina | $62K | 0% |
| Chile | $48K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.86 per kg, 26% below the world average of $3.85, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fresh asparagus exports from the United States
The United States exported $74.0 million of fresh asparagus in 2024 (15.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 114 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Canada (33%), Spain (11%), Japan (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $24.6M | 33% |
| Spain | $8.1M | 11% |
| Japan | $7.8M | 11% |
| Germany | $7.2M | 9.7% |
| United Kingdom | $4.3M | 5.9% |
| Hong Kong | $3.0M | 4.1% |
| Singapore | $2.8M | 3.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2.4M | 3.3% |
| Australia | $1.9M | 2.5% |
| Italy | $1.9M | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 0709.20: Vegetables: asparagus, fresh or chilled.
Common questions
What is the value of fresh asparagus imported by the United States?
The United States imported fresh asparagus worth $665.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 232.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 164 countries worldwide, with 45% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply fresh asparagus to the United States?
Mexico was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($364.4 million), followed by Peru (42%) and Canada (2%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Argentina grew fastest among the top ten, up 596% on the year.
What is the average import price of fresh asparagus per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.86 per kg in 2024, 26% below the world average of $3.85 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 fresh asparagus to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $700.1 million in 2017 to $665.5 million in 2024, a fall of 5%. The peak was 2019 at $701.8 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export fresh asparagus?
Yes. The United States exported $74.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Spain and Japan. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $591.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for fresh asparagus?
The HS code for fresh asparagus is subheading 0709.20. It sits in HS chapter 07 (vegetables and certain roots and tubers; edible). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0709 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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