Frozen boneless sheep cuts imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $190.8 million of frozen boneless sheep cuts in 2024 (24.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 192 countries. Value rose 77% on 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 | $190.8M | 24.3K t |
| 2023 | $107.5M | 15.3K t |
| 2022 | $208.6M | 20.7K t |
| 2021 | $161.1M | 17.8K t |
| 2020 | $110.4M | 14.0K t |
| 2019 | $117.5M | 15.1K t |
| 2018 | $131.0M | 16.4K t |
| 2017 | $120.9M | 15.2K t |
Where the United States imports frozen boneless sheep cuts from
Australia alone supplied 78% of it. Among the main suppliers, New Zealand grew fastest (+113% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $148.0M | 78% |
| New Zealand | $40.2M | 21% |
| Chile | $2.1M | 1.1% |
| Canada | $137K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $112K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $112K | 0.1% |
| Iceland | $80K | 0% |
| Ireland | $47K | 0% |
| Dominican Republic | $3K | 0% |
| Uruguay | $3K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.85 per kg, 26% above the world average of $6.24. 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 boneless sheep cuts exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported frozen boneless sheep cuts worth $3.3 million (386 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Bahamas (28%), Trinidad and Tobago (11%), Bermuda (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 48%. Among the main buyer markets, Japan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Bahamas | $948K | 29% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $367K | 11% |
| Bermuda | $272K | 8.2% |
| Saint Maarten | $246K | 7.4% |
| Japan | $186K | 5.6% |
| Antigua and Barbuda | $130K | 3.9% |
| Aruba | $113K | 3.4% |
| Canada | $107K | 3.2% |
| Barbados | $101K | 3% |
| Cayman Isds | $93K | 2.8% |
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 0204.43: Meat: of sheep (including lamb), boneless cuts, frozen.
Common questions
What is the value of frozen boneless sheep cuts imported by the United States?
The United States imported frozen boneless sheep cuts worth $190.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 24.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 192 countries worldwide, with 19% of world imports. The value was up 77% on 2023.
Which countries supply frozen boneless sheep cuts to the United States?
Australia was the largest supplier with 78% of the value ($148.0 million), followed by New Zealand (21%) and Chile (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 303% on the year.
What is the average import price of frozen boneless sheep cuts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.85 per kg in 2024, 26% above the world average of $6.24 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 frozen boneless sheep cuts to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $120.9 million in 2017 to $190.8 million in 2024, an increase of 58%. The peak was 2022 at $208.6 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export frozen boneless sheep cuts?
Yes. The United States exported $3.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Bahamas, Trinidad and Tobago and Bermuda. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $187.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for frozen boneless sheep cuts?
The HS code for frozen boneless sheep cuts is subheading 0204.43. It sits in HS chapter 02 (meat and edible meat offal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0204 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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