Nutmeg imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported nutmeg worth $3.5 million (443 tonnes). It ranks 8th of 173 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 5% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $8.4 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 | $3.5M | 443 t |
| 2023 | $3.7M | 422 t |
| 2022 | $6.0M | 660 t |
| 2021 | $5.7M | 762 t |
| 2020 | $3.6M | 565 t |
| 2019 | $5.0M | 671 t |
| 2018 | $5.0M | 738 t |
| 2017 | $8.4M | 860 t |
Where the United States imports nutmeg from
One supplier dominates: Indonesia accounted for 76% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | $2.7M | 76% |
| India | $467K | 13% |
| Sri Lanka | $243K | 6.9% |
| Honduras | $65K | 1.9% |
| Guatemala | $21K | 0.6% |
| Hong Kong | $17K | 0.5% |
| Mexico | $12K | 0.3% |
| Pakistan | $11K | 0.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $5K | 0.2% |
| Turkey | $4K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.95 per kg, 32% above the world average of $6.01. 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.
Nutmeg exports from the United States
Exports of nutmeg by the United States reached $211 thousand in 2024 (25 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Dominican Republic (32%), Canada (20%), Saudi Arabia (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest (+85% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Dominican Republic | $67K | 32% |
| Canada | $42K | 20% |
| Saudi Arabia | $34K | 16% |
| Peru | $15K | 7% |
| Costa Rica | $10K | 4.6% |
| Mexico | $9K | 4.1% |
| Guyana | $8K | 3.9% |
| Honduras | $7K | 3.2% |
| Barbados | $6K | 3% |
| Cayman Isds | $5K | 2.3% |
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 0908.11: Spices: nutmeg, neither crushed nor ground.
Common questions
What is the value of nutmeg imported by the United States?
The United States imported nutmeg worth $3.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 443 tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 173 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply nutmeg to the United States?
Indonesia was the largest supplier with 76% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by India (13%) and Sri Lanka (7%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Pakistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 61% on the year.
What is the average import price of nutmeg per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.95 per kg in 2024, 32% above the world average of $6.01 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 nutmeg to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.4 million in 2017 to $3.5 million in 2024, a fall of 58%. The peak was 2017 at $8.4 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export nutmeg?
Yes. The United States exported $211 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Dominican Republic, Canada and Saudi Arabia. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $3.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for nutmeg?
The HS code for nutmeg is subheading 0908.11. It sits in HS chapter 09 (coffee, tea, mate and spices). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0908 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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