Legume bran exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $47.6 million of legume bran in 2024 (206.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 79 countries. That is 29% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% 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 | $47.6M | 206.5K t |
| 2023 | $37.0M | 133.6K t |
| 2022 | $36.8M | 126.3K t |
| 2021 | $34.4M | 140.4K t |
| 2020 | $25.0M | 128.8K t |
| 2019 | $30.8M | 127.8K t |
| 2018 | $28.1M | 114.2K t |
| 2017 | $17.6M | 97.7K t |
Where the United States exports legume bran to
The largest buyer markets were Mexico (24%), Morocco (15%), Ireland (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Cambodia grew fastest (+478% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $11.3M | 24% |
| Morocco | $7.3M | 15% |
| Ireland | $6.5M | 14% |
| Colombia | $4.3M | 9.1% |
| United Kingdom | $3.5M | 7.4% |
| Costa Rica | $3.5M | 7.3% |
| Japan | $3.2M | 6.8% |
| Cambodia | $3.0M | 6.3% |
| Canada | $2.3M | 4.7% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 3.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.23 per kg, close to the world average of $0.28.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Legume bran imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported legume bran worth $15.0 million (56.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 112 countries. One supplier dominates: Canada accounted for 75% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $11.3M | 75% |
| Argentina | $2.5M | 17% |
| Belgium | $999K | 6.6% |
| Italy | $114K | 0.8% |
| Turkey | $107K | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $14K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $12K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $6K | 0% |
| China | $3K | 0% |
| Austria | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States legume bran exports (HS 2302.50): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 2302.50: Bran, sharps and other residues: of leguminous plants, whether or not in the form of pellets, derived from the sifting, milling or other workings thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of legume bran exported by the United States?
The United States exported legume bran worth $47.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 206.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 79 countries worldwide, with 11% of world exports. The value was up 29% on 2023.
Which countries buy legume bran from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 24% of the value ($11.3 million), followed by Morocco (15%) and Ireland (14%). The top three together account for 53%, out of 20 buyer countries in total. Cambodia grew fastest among the top ten, up 478% on the year.
What is the average export price of legume bran per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.23 per kg in 2024, 18% below the world average of $0.28 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of legume bran from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $17.6 million in 2017 to $47.6 million in 2024, an increase of 170%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $32.2 million a year.
Does the United States also import legume bran?
Yes. The United States imported $15.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada, Argentina and Belgium. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $32.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for legume bran?
The HS code for legume bran is subheading 2302.50. It sits in HS chapter 23 (food industries, residues and wastes thereof; prepared animal fodder). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2302 page.
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