Lysine exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of lysine by the United States reached $115.8 million in 2024 (68.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 84 countries for exports of this product. That is 4% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $245.7 million.
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 | $115.8M | 68.6K t |
| 2023 | $120.6M | 88.6K t |
| 2022 | $176.8M | 124.3K t |
| 2021 | $169.1M | 140.0K t |
| 2020 | $135.8M | 140.1K t |
| 2019 | $163.6M | 147.0K t |
| 2018 | $245.7M | 168.9K t |
| 2017 | $225.1M | 206.2K t |
Where the United States exports lysine to
The largest buyer markets were Mexico (23%), Spain (22%), Netherlands (22%). Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+59% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $26.2M | 23% |
| Spain | $26.1M | 23% |
| Netherlands | $25.3M | 22% |
| United Kingdom | $9.3M | 8% |
| France | $7.1M | 6.1% |
| Canada | $6.1M | 5.2% |
| Italy | $4.6M | 4% |
| Belgium | $2.4M | 2.1% |
| China | $1.3M | 1.2% |
| Czech Republic | $1.2M | 1.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.69 per kg, 25% above the world average of $1.35. 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.
Lysine imports to the United States
Imports of lysine by the United States reached $113.2 million in 2024 (82.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 158 countries. One supplier dominates: China accounted for 91% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest (+140% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $103.0M | 91% |
| Canada | $6.1M | 5.4% |
| South Korea | $2.2M | 2% |
| France | $1.3M | 1.1% |
| Japan | $173K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $131K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $118K | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | $52K | 0.1% |
| Brazil | $20K | 0% |
| Singapore | $19K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States lysine exports (HS 2922.41): 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 2922.41: Amino-acids, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, and their esters: lysine and its esters: salts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of lysine exported by the United States?
The United States exported lysine worth $115.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 68.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 84 countries worldwide, with 5% of world exports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries buy lysine from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 23% of the value ($26.2 million), followed by Spain (22%) and the Netherlands (22%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 75 buyer countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 59% on the year.
What is the average export price of lysine per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.69 per kg in 2024, 25% above the world average of $1.35 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of lysine from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $225.1 million in 2017 to $115.8 million in 2024, a fall of 49%. The peak was 2018 at $245.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $169.1 million a year.
Does the United States also import lysine?
Yes. The United States imported $113.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Canada and South Korea. That compares with exports of $115.8 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for lysine?
The HS code for lysine is subheading 2922.41. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2922 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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