Live chickens (over 185g) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $8.0 million of live chickens (over 185g) in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 14% less than in 2023. 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 | $8.0M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $9.3M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $7.2M | 5.8K t |
| 2021 | $5.1M | 3.5K t |
| 2020 | $4.3M | 2.5K t |
| 2019 | $2.5M | 713 t |
| 2018 | $2.7M | 695 t |
| 2017 | $4.7M | 1.4K t |
Where the United States exports live chickens (over 185g) to
Dominican Republic alone took 80% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest (+49% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Dominican Republic | $6.4M | 81% |
| Canada | $1.4M | 18% |
| Honduras | $85K | 1.1% |
| Guyana | $36K | 0.4% |
| Bahamas | $14K | 0.2% |
| Cayman Isds | $10K | 0.1% |
| Curaçao | $6K | 0.1% |
| Barbados | $4K | 0.1% |
| Kuwait | $3K | 0% |
| Bermuda | $3K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.17 per kg, 317% above the world average of $1.24. 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 chickens (over 185g) imports to the United States
The United States imported $355 thousand of live chickens (over 185g) in 2024 (270 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Canada accounted for 100% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $355K | 100% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0.2% |
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 0105.94: Poultry: live, fowls of the species Gallus domesticus, weighing more than 185g.
Common questions
What is the value of live chickens (over 185g) exported by the United States?
The United States exported live chickens (over 185g) worth $8.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 76 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries buy live chickens (over 185g) from the United States?
The Dominican Republic was the largest buyer with 80% of the value ($6.4 million), followed by Canada (17%) and Honduras (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 12 buyer countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 49% on the year.
What is the average export price of live chickens (over 185g) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $5.17 per kg in 2024, 317% above the world average of $1.24 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 chickens (over 185g) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $4.7 million in 2017 to $8.0 million in 2024, an increase of 72%. The peak was 2023 at $9.3 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also import live chickens (over 185g)?
Yes. The United States imported $355 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada and Belgium. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $7.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for live chickens (over 185g)?
The HS code for live chickens (over 185g) is subheading 0105.94. It sits in HS chapter 01 (animals; live). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0105 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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