Milk protein products imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of milk protein products by the United States reached $388.1 million in 2024 (51.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 184 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 19% on 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 | $388.1M | 51.3K t |
| 2023 | $327.2M | 35.0K t |
| 2022 | $299.9M | 34.0K t |
| 2021 | $264.0M | 40.1K t |
| 2020 | $249.6M | 41.1K t |
| 2019 | $230.0M | 44.2K t |
| 2018 | $224.0M | 43.1K t |
| 2017 | $240.0M | 40.9K t |
Where the United States imports milk protein products from
New Zealand alone supplied 89% of it. Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest (+36% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | $344.9M | 89% |
| Canada | $29.0M | 7.5% |
| Germany | $7.1M | 1.8% |
| Ireland | $1.4M | 0.4% |
| Denmark | $1.1M | 0.3% |
| India | $1.0M | 0.3% |
| Australia | $949K | 0.2% |
| Mexico | $925K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $377K | 0.1% |
| Uzbekistan | $351K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.56 per kg, 200% above the world average of $2.52. 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.
Milk protein products exports from the United States
Exports of milk protein products by the United States reached $165.3 million in 2024 (43.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 105 countries. The largest buyer markets were Mexico (25%), Canada (10%), Egypt (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 44%. Among the main buyer markets, Bahrain grew fastest (+44% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
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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 0404.90: Dairy produce: natural milk constituents (excluding whey), whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, n.e.c. in chapter 04.
Common questions
What is the value of milk protein products imported by the United States?
The United States imported milk protein products worth $388.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 51.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 184 countries worldwide, with 23% of world imports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply milk protein products to the United States?
New Zealand was the largest supplier with 89% of the value ($344.9 million), followed by Canada (7%) and Germany (2%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 273% on the year.
What is the average import price of milk protein products per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.56 per kg in 2024, 200% above the world average of $2.52 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 protein products to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $240.0 million in 2017 to $388.1 million in 2024, an increase of 62%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export milk protein products?
Yes. The United States exported $165.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and Egypt. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $222.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for milk protein products?
The HS code for milk protein products is subheading 0404.90. 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 0404 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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