Ground nutmeg imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported ground nutmeg worth $14.1 million (1.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 190 countries. Value rose 12% 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 | $14.1M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $12.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $16.1M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $16.2M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $14.5M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $10.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $11.9M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $10.8M | 1.1K t |
Where the United States imports ground nutmeg from
Indonesia alone supplied 53% of it. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+43% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | $7.5M | 53% |
| Vietnam | $2.9M | 20% |
| India | $1.9M | 14% |
| Grenada | $748K | 5.3% |
| Canada | $590K | 4.2% |
| Sri Lanka | $241K | 1.7% |
| Spain | $73K | 0.5% |
| Germany | $71K | 0.5% |
| Hong Kong | $28K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $18K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.93 per kg, close to the world average of $9.23.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Ground nutmeg exports from the United States
The United States exported $1.4 million of ground nutmeg in 2024 (139 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Canada (33%), Mexico (15%), Dominican Republic (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Dominican Republic grew fastest (+213% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $442K | 33% |
| Mexico | $206K | 15% |
| Dominican Republic | $195K | 14% |
| Jamaica | $117K | 8.7% |
| United Kingdom | $54K | 4% |
| Peru | $44K | 3.3% |
| Bahamas | $33K | 2.5% |
| Bermuda | $29K | 2.2% |
| Honduras | $27K | 2% |
| Guatemala | $27K | 2% |
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 0908.12: Spices: nutmeg, crushed or ground.
Common questions
What is the value of ground nutmeg imported by the United States?
The United States imported ground nutmeg worth $14.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 190 countries worldwide, with 16% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply ground nutmeg to the United States?
Indonesia was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($7.5 million), followed by Vietnam (20%) and India (14%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 495% on the year.
What is the average import price of ground nutmeg per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.93 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $9.23 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 ground nutmeg to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.8 million in 2017 to $14.1 million in 2024, an increase of 30%. The peak was 2021 at $16.2 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export ground nutmeg?
Yes. The United States exported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and the Dominican Republic. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $12.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for ground nutmeg?
The HS code for ground nutmeg is subheading 0908.12. It sits in HS chapter 09 (coffee, tea, mate and spices). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0908 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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