Grated cheese exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported grated cheese worth $753.4 million (143.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 105 countries. That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average.
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 | $753.4M | 143.8K t |
| 2023 | $750.6M | 145.7K t |
| 2022 | $655.5M | 113.7K t |
| 2021 | $482.8M | 104.0K t |
| 2020 | $409.5M | 78.3K t |
| 2019 | $376.5M | 79.3K t |
| 2018 | $430.0M | 94.7K t |
| 2017 | $439.5M | 92.8K t |
Where the United States exports grated cheese to
Most of it went to Mexico (42%), Guatemala (8%), Australia (5%). Among the main buyer markets, Costa Rica grew fastest (+98% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $319.6M | 42% |
| Guatemala | $57.3M | 7.6% |
| Australia | $38.8M | 5.2% |
| Japan | $32.5M | 4.3% |
| Costa Rica | $30.7M | 4.1% |
| South Korea | $26.1M | 3.5% |
| Dominican Republic | $21.6M | 2.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $21.2M | 2.8% |
| Canada | $20.7M | 2.8% |
| Honduras | $18.7M | 2.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.24 per kg, close to the world average of $6.39.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Grated cheese imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported grated cheese worth $12.8 million (1.4 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: Italy accounted for 55% of the value.
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 0406.20: Dairy produce: cheese of all kinds, grated or powdered.
Common questions
What is the value of grated cheese exported by the United States?
The United States exported grated cheese worth $753.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 143.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 105 countries worldwide, with 19% of world exports. The value was up 0% on 2023.
Which countries buy grated cheese from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 42% of the value ($319.6 million), followed by Guatemala (8%) and Australia (5%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 91 buyer countries in total. Costa Rica grew fastest among the top ten, up 98% on the year.
What is the average export price of grated cheese per kg?
The average declared export value was about $5.24 per kg in 2024, 18% below the world average of $6.39 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 grated cheese from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $439.5 million in 2017 to $753.4 million in 2024, an increase of 71%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also import grated cheese?
Yes. The United States imported $12.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, Israel and Switzerland. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $740.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for grated cheese?
The HS code for grated cheese is subheading 0406.20. It sits in HS chapter 04 (dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0406 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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