Melons (other varieties) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported melons (other varieties) worth $375.9 million (585.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 198 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 4% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $375.9M | 585.4K t |
| 2023 | $390.4M | 602.6K t |
| 2022 | $329.2M | 572.0K t |
| 2021 | $242.2M | 495.8K t |
| 2020 | $277.7M | 583.2K t |
| 2019 | $343.7M | 546.5K t |
| 2018 | $299.1M | 647.6K t |
| 2017 | $367.3M | 672.4K t |
Where the United States imports melons (other varieties) from
Guatemala alone supplied 54% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Guatemala | $202.6M | 54% |
| Honduras | $78.9M | 21% |
| Mexico | $75.0M | 20% |
| Costa Rica | $16.7M | 4.4% |
| New Zealand | $876K | 0.2% |
| Brazil | $821K | 0.2% |
| Dominican Republic | $365K | 0.1% |
| Canada | $330K | 0.1% |
| Japan | $165K | 0% |
| Portugal | $66K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.64 per kg, 25% below the world average of $0.85, 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.
Melons (other varieties) exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported melons (other varieties) worth $96.3 million (95.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 142 countries for exports of this product. Canada alone took 70% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $67.1M | 70% |
| Mexico | $11.3M | 12% |
| South Korea | $5.9M | 6.1% |
| Germany | $2.6M | 2.7% |
| Taiwan | $2.3M | 2.4% |
| Japan | $2.1M | 2.2% |
| Bahamas | $1.5M | 1.6% |
| Qatar | $460K | 0.5% |
| Turks and Caicos Isds | $354K | 0.4% |
| Saint Lucia | $321K | 0.3% |
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 0807.19: Fruit, edible: melons, other than watermelons, fresh.
Common questions
What is the value of melons (other varieties) imported by the United States?
The United States imported melons (other varieties) worth $375.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 585.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 198 countries worldwide, with 21% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply melons (other varieties) to the United States?
Guatemala was the largest supplier with 54% of the value ($202.6 million), followed by Honduras (21%) and Mexico (20%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. New Zealand grew fastest among the top ten, up 215% on the year.
What is the average import price of melons (other varieties) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.64 per kg in 2024, 25% below the world average of $0.85 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 imports of melons (other varieties) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $367.3 million in 2017 to $375.9 million in 2024, an increase of 2%. The peak was 2023 at $390.4 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export melons (other varieties)?
Yes. The United States exported $96.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and South Korea. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $279.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for melons (other varieties)?
The HS code for melons (other varieties) is subheading 0807.19. It sits in HS chapter 08 (fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0807 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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