Frozen beef tongues exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of frozen beef tongues by the United States reached $81.4 million in 2024 (7.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 65 countries for exports of this product. That is 13% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $164.8 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 | $81.4M | 7.9K t |
| 2023 | $93.7M | 9.7K t |
| 2022 | $164.8M | 11.5K t |
| 2021 | $122.5M | 8.7K t |
| 2020 | $96.8M | 10.9K t |
| 2019 | $83.9M | 9.9K t |
| 2018 | $90.8M | 11.2K t |
| 2017 | $114.7M | 12.5K t |
Where the United States exports frozen beef tongues to
Japan alone took 87% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $71.2M | 88% |
| Mexico | $4.0M | 5% |
| China | $2.6M | 3.2% |
| Indonesia | $1.6M | 1.9% |
| Canada | $539K | 0.7% |
| Egypt | $400K | 0.5% |
| Israel | $236K | 0.3% |
| Vietnam | $194K | 0.2% |
| South Korea | $193K | 0.2% |
| South Africa | $109K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.35 per kg, 108% above the world average of $4.97. 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.
Frozen beef tongues imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported frozen beef tongues worth $15.8 million (1.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 149 countries for imports of this product. The largest suppliers were Canada (42%), New Zealand (22%), Ireland (16%). Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest (+919% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $6.7M | 42% |
| New Zealand | $3.5M | 22% |
| Ireland | $2.5M | 16% |
| United Kingdom | $1.2M | 7.8% |
| Nicaragua | $928K | 5.9% |
| Mexico | $502K | 3.2% |
| Netherlands | $392K | 2.5% |
| Australia | $48K | 0.3% |
| Dominican Republic | $6K | 0% |
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 0206.21: Offal, edible: of bovine animals, tongues, frozen.
Common questions
What is the value of frozen beef tongues exported by the United States?
The United States exported frozen beef tongues worth $81.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 65 countries worldwide, with 17% of world exports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries buy frozen beef tongues from the United States?
Japan was the largest buyer with 87% of the value ($71.2 million), followed by Mexico (5%) and China (3%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 24 buyer countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 853% on the year.
What is the average export price of frozen beef tongues per kg?
The average declared export value was about $10.35 per kg in 2024, 108% above the world average of $4.97 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 frozen beef tongues from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $114.7 million in 2017 to $81.4 million in 2024, a fall of 29%. The peak was 2022 at $164.8 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also import frozen beef tongues?
Yes. The United States imported $15.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada, New Zealand and Ireland. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $65.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for frozen beef tongues?
The HS code for frozen beef tongues is subheading 0206.21. It sits in HS chapter 02 (meat and edible meat offal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0206 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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