Live mammals (other species) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $82.3 million of live mammals (other species) in 2024 (5.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 176 countries. Value rose 7% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $82.3M | 5.4K t |
| 2023 | $76.7M | 5.2K t |
| 2022 | $72.1M | 4.5K t |
| 2021 | $73.8M | 354 t |
| 2020 | $61.1M | 278 t |
| 2019 | $57.8M | 301 t |
| 2018 | $60.0M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $55.1M | 2.0K t |
Where the United States exports live mammals (other species) to
The largest buyer markets were Canada (37%), Germany (16%), United Kingdom (8%). Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+108% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $30.1M | 37% |
| Germany | $12.9M | 16% |
| United Kingdom | $6.4M | 7.8% |
| Switzerland | $5.6M | 6.8% |
| South Korea | $4.7M | 5.8% |
| France | $4.0M | 4.9% |
| India | $3.6M | 4.4% |
| Japan | $3.2M | 3.9% |
| China | $2.9M | 3.5% |
| Mexico | $1.9M | 2.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.21 per kg, 43% below the world average of $26.71, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Live mammals (other species) imports to the United States
The United States imported $70.7 million of live mammals (other species) in 2024 (3.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 179 countries. Most of the value came from Canada (25%), China (21%), Netherlands (14%). Among the main suppliers, Namibia grew fastest (+523% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $17.5M | 25% |
| China | $14.7M | 21% |
| Netherlands | $10.2M | 15% |
| Japan | $5.3M | 7.5% |
| Hungary | $4.5M | 6.3% |
| Germany | $3.8M | 5.3% |
| Poland | $2.6M | 3.6% |
| Namibia | $2.0M | 2.8% |
| United Kingdom | $1.7M | 2.4% |
| Czech Republic | $1.5M | 2.2% |
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 0106.19: Mammals: live, other than primates, whales, dolphins, porpoises (mammals of the order Cetacea): manatees, dugongs (mammals of the order Sirenia): seals, sea lions, walruses (mammals of the suborder Pinnipedia), camels, other camelids, rabbits and hares.
Common questions
What is the value of live mammals (other species) exported by the United States?
The United States exported live mammals (other species) worth $82.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 176 countries worldwide, with 25% of world exports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries buy live mammals (other species) from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 37% of the value ($30.1 million), followed by Germany (16%) and the United Kingdom (8%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 87 buyer countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 108% on the year.
What is the average export price of live mammals (other species) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $15.21 per kg in 2024, 43% below the world average of $26.71 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 mammals (other species) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $55.1 million in 2017 to $82.3 million in 2024, an increase of 49%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also import live mammals (other species)?
Yes. The United States imported $70.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada, China and the Netherlands. That compares with exports of $82.3 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for live mammals (other species)?
The HS code for live mammals (other species) is subheading 0106.19. 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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