Grapefruit and pomelos imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of grapefruit and pomelos by the United States reached $38.6 million in 2024 (35.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 182 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 24% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average.
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 | $38.6M | 35.8K t |
| 2023 | $31.2M | 29.8K t |
| 2022 | $23.3M | 20.3K t |
| 2021 | $25.4M | 27.4K t |
| 2020 | $13.5M | 15.4K t |
| 2019 | $13.7M | 15.6K t |
| 2018 | $10.3M | 11.5K t |
| 2017 | $13.8M | 14.8K t |
Where the United States imports grapefruit and pomelos from
Most of the value came from Vietnam (28%), South Africa (25%), Mexico (17%). Among the main suppliers, Peru grew fastest (+102% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam | $10.8M | 28% |
| South Africa | $9.6M | 25% |
| Mexico | $6.7M | 17% |
| China | $4.0M | 10% |
| Peru | $3.6M | 9.3% |
| Israel | $3.4M | 8.8% |
| Guatemala | $192K | 0.5% |
| Morocco | $121K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $78K | 0.2% |
| Egypt | $67K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.08 per kg, close to the world average of $0.91.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Grapefruit and pomelos exports from the United States
Exports of grapefruit and pomelos by the United States reached $33.5 million in 2024 (21.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 121 countries. Most of it went to Canada (23%), South Korea (22%), Japan (21%). Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest (+122% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $7.6M | 23% |
| South Korea | $7.4M | 22% |
| Japan | $7.1M | 21% |
| Germany | $2.9M | 8.5% |
| Mexico | $2.8M | 8.3% |
| Belgium | $871K | 2.6% |
| Dominican Republic | $605K | 1.8% |
| Australia | $527K | 1.6% |
| Vietnam | $456K | 1.4% |
| France | $447K | 1.3% |
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 0805.40: Fruit, edible: grapefruit, including pomelos, fresh or dried.
Common questions
What is the value of grapefruit and pomelos imported by the United States?
The United States imported grapefruit and pomelos worth $38.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 35.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 182 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply grapefruit and pomelos to the United States?
Vietnam was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($10.8 million), followed by South Africa (25%) and Mexico (17%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Guatemala grew fastest among the top ten, up 325% on the year.
What is the average import price of grapefruit and pomelos per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.08 per kg in 2024, 19% above the world average of $0.91 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 grapefruit and pomelos to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.8 million in 2017 to $38.6 million in 2024, an increase of 179%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export grapefruit and pomelos?
Yes. The United States exported $33.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, South Korea and Japan. That compares with imports of $38.6 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for grapefruit and pomelos?
The HS code for grapefruit and pomelos is subheading 0805.40. It sits in HS chapter 08 (fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0805 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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