Fresh pulses (other) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported fresh pulses (other) worth $20.5 million (13.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 168 countries. That is 8% less than in 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 | $20.5M | 13.1K t |
| 2023 | $22.4M | 13.1K t |
| 2022 | $18.1M | 11.9K t |
| 2021 | $18.6M | 11.3K t |
| 2020 | $14.0M | 10.2K t |
| 2019 | $17.8M | 13.7K t |
| 2018 | $16.6M | 21.1K t |
| 2017 | $12.3M | 16.0K t |
Where the United States imports fresh pulses (other) from
Most of the value came from Mexico (50%), Guatemala (39%), Peru (3%). Among the main suppliers, Peru grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $10.2M | 50% |
| Guatemala | $8.0M | 39% |
| Peru | $591K | 2.9% |
| Argentina | $559K | 2.7% |
| Canada | $530K | 2.6% |
| Thailand | $196K | 1% |
| Indonesia | $72K | 0.4% |
| Turkey | $64K | 0.3% |
| Malawi | $55K | 0.3% |
| Dominican Republic | $51K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.57 per kg, 25% above the world average of $1.26. 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.
Fresh pulses (other) exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported fresh pulses (other) worth $4.8 million (2.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 127 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to United Arab Emirates (31%), Bahamas (13%), Dominican Republic (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Bahamas grew fastest (+115% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $1.5M | 31% |
| Bahamas | $602K | 13% |
| Dominican Republic | $415K | 8.7% |
| Kuwait | $343K | 7.2% |
| Pakistan | $245K | 5.1% |
| Mexico | $243K | 5.1% |
| Canada | $226K | 4.7% |
| Morocco | $188K | 3.9% |
| Spain | $143K | 3% |
| Sri Lanka | $129K | 2.7% |
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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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 0708.90: Vegetables, leguminous: (other than peas and beans), shelled or unshelled, fresh or chilled.
Common questions
What is the value of fresh pulses (other) imported by the United States?
The United States imported fresh pulses (other) worth $20.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 168 countries worldwide, with 20% of world imports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply fresh pulses (other) to the United States?
Mexico was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($10.2 million), followed by Guatemala (39%) and Peru (3%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. The Dominican Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 311% on the year.
What is the average import price of fresh pulses (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.57 per kg in 2024, 25% above the world average of $1.26 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 pulses (other) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.3 million in 2017 to $20.5 million in 2024, an increase of 67%. The peak was 2023 at $22.4 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export fresh pulses (other)?
Yes. The United States exported $4.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, the Bahamas and the Dominican Republic. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $15.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for fresh pulses (other)?
The HS code for fresh pulses (other) is subheading 0708.90. It sits in HS chapter 07 (vegetables and certain roots and tubers; edible). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0708 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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