Fructose syrup exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of fructose syrup by the United States reached $613.1 million in 2024 (1.29 million tonnes). That makes it the largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 104 countries. That is 21% more 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 .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $613.1M | 1.29M t |
| 2023 | $504.8M | 1.07M t |
| 2022 | $374.3M | 820.8K t |
| 2021 | $329.2M | 886.6K t |
| 2020 | $370.7M | 1.05M t |
| 2019 | $401.6M | 1.15M t |
| 2018 | $447.3M | 1.27M t |
| 2017 | $453.9M | 1.32M t |
Where the United States exports fructose syrup to
Mexico alone took 88% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $542.3M | 89% |
| Canada | $60.8M | 9.9% |
| Japan | $2.1M | 0.4% |
| Philippines | $1.9M | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $1.2M | 0.2% |
| India | $1.1M | 0.2% |
| Taiwan | $698K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $577K | 0.1% |
| Singapore | $283K | 0.1% |
| China | $214K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.47 per kg, 20% below the world average of $0.59, 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.
Fructose syrup imports to the United States
Imports of fructose syrup by the United States reached $137.6 million in 2024 (115.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 185 countries for imports of this product. Mexico alone supplied 73% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $100.9M | 73% |
| Canada | $20.2M | 15% |
| Taiwan | $7.1M | 5.2% |
| Pakistan | $4.0M | 2.9% |
| China | $1.6M | 1.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $859K | 0.6% |
| Belgium | $511K | 0.4% |
| Turkey | $474K | 0.3% |
| South Korea | $356K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $192K | 0.1% |
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 1702.60: Sugars: fructose, other than chemically pure fructose, and fructose syrup (containing in the dry state more than 50% by weight of fructose), excluding invert sugar.
Common questions
What is the value of fructose syrup exported by the United States?
The United States exported fructose syrup worth $613.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.29 million tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 104 countries worldwide, with 47% of world exports. The value was up 21% on 2023.
Which countries buy fructose syrup from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 88% of the value ($542.3 million), followed by Canada (10%) and Japan (0%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 72 buyer countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 977% on the year.
What is the average export price of fructose syrup per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.47 per kg in 2024, 20% below the world average of $0.59 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 fructose syrup from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $453.9 million in 2017 to $613.1 million in 2024, an increase of 35%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also import fructose syrup?
Yes. The United States imported $137.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Mexico, Canada and Taiwan. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $475.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for fructose syrup?
The HS code for fructose syrup is subheading 1702.60. It sits in HS chapter 17 (sugars and sugar confectionery). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1702 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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