Milk fat imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported milk fat worth $99.2 million (20.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 200 countries for imports of this product. That is 30% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $202.7 million.
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 | $99.2M | 20.8K t |
| 2023 | $140.7M | 18.8K t |
| 2022 | $86.7M | 12.8K t |
| 2021 | $37.9M | 6.8K t |
| 2020 | $149.9M | 21.5K t |
| 2019 | $202.7M | 30.6K t |
| 2018 | $106.9M | 16.5K t |
| 2017 | $68.1M | 12.1K t |
Where the United States imports milk fat from
The largest suppliers were Mexico (38%), New Zealand (35%), India (15%). Among the main suppliers, Argentina grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $37.9M | 38% |
| New Zealand | $34.9M | 35% |
| India | $15.2M | 15% |
| Chile | $2.8M | 2.8% |
| Argentina | $2.6M | 2.7% |
| Canada | $1.7M | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | $1.4M | 1.4% |
| France | $572K | 0.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $343K | 0.4% |
| Pakistan | $326K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.76 per kg, 31% below the world average of $6.89, 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.
Milk fat exports from the United States
The United States exported $31.9 million of milk fat in 2024 (4.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Canada (37%), Mexico (22%), Dominican Republic (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Dominican Republic grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $11.7M | 37% |
| Mexico | $7.0M | 22% |
| Dominican Republic | $2.9M | 9% |
| South Korea | $1.8M | 5.8% |
| Israel | $1.6M | 4.9% |
| Netherlands | $1.3M | 4.1% |
| Guyana | $1.1M | 3.4% |
| Thailand | $674K | 2.1% |
| Costa Rica | $440K | 1.4% |
| Panama | $435K | 1.4% |
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 0405.90: Dairy produce: fats and oils derived from milk (other than butter or dairy spreads).
Common questions
What is the value of milk fat imported by the United States?
The United States imported milk fat worth $99.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 20.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 200 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 30% on 2023.
Which countries supply milk fat to the United States?
Mexico was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($37.9 million), followed by New Zealand (35%) and India (15%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 374% on the year.
What is the average import price of milk fat per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.76 per kg in 2024, 31% below the world average of $6.89 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 milk fat to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $68.1 million in 2017 to $99.2 million in 2024, an increase of 46%. The peak was 2019 at $202.7 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export milk fat?
Yes. The United States exported $31.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and the Dominican Republic. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $67.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for milk fat?
The HS code for milk fat is subheading 0405.90. It sits in HS chapter 04 (dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0405 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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