Live bees exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported live bees worth $11.8 million (579 tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 57 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 | $11.8M | 579 t |
| 2023 | $11.7M | 546 t |
| 2022 | $11.2M | 539 t |
| 2021 | $8.6M | 484 t |
| 2020 | $7.9M | 424 t |
| 2019 | $7.2M | 480 t |
| 2018 | $7.1M | 486 t |
| 2017 | $6.9M | 427 t |
Where the United States exports live bees to
One buyer market dominates: Canada accounted for 99% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $11.7M | 99% |
| Singapore | $95K | 0.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $29K | 0.2% |
| Chile | $5K | 0% |
| India | $2K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $20.45 per kg, 121% above the world average of $9.24. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Live bees imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported live bees worth $1.5 million (121 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Canada alone supplied 100% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $1.5M | 100% |
| Italy | $4K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $2K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
| Switzerland | $0K | 0% |
| Malaysia | $0K | 0% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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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 0106.41: Insects: live, bees.
Common questions
What is the value of live bees exported by the United States?
The United States exported live bees worth $11.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 579 tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 57 countries worldwide, with 13% of world exports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries buy live bees from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 99% of the value ($11.7 million), followed by Singapore (1%) and Saudi Arabia (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 buyer countries in total. Chile grew fastest among the top ten, up 258% on the year.
What is the average export price of live bees per kg?
The average declared export value was about $20.45 per kg in 2024, 121% above the world average of $9.24 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 live bees from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.9 million in 2017 to $11.8 million in 2024, an increase of 72%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also import live bees?
Yes. The United States imported $1.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada, Italy and the Netherlands. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $10.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for live bees?
The HS code for live bees is subheading 0106.41. It sits in HS chapter 01 (animals; live). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0106 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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