Oil seed meal (other) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported oil seed meal (other) worth $14.0 million (7.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 164 countries. That is 17% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $24.3 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 | $14.0M | 7.6K t |
| 2023 | $12.0M | 5.6K t |
| 2022 | $24.3M | 20.8K t |
| 2021 | $12.0M | 8.2K t |
| 2020 | $12.8M | 10.1K t |
| 2019 | $12.1M | 7.6K t |
| 2018 | $8.6M | 6.4K t |
| 2017 | $6.8M | 4.7K t |
Where the United States imports oil seed meal (other) from
Most of the value came from Canada (34%), Brazil (21%), Greece (8%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $4.8M | 35% |
| Brazil | $2.9M | 21% |
| Greece | $1.1M | 8.1% |
| Paraguay | $1.0M | 7.3% |
| Peru | $836K | 6% |
| Mexico | $587K | 4.2% |
| India | $441K | 3.1% |
| China | $399K | 2.9% |
| Taiwan | $361K | 2.6% |
| Austria | $319K | 2.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.84 per kg, 74% above the world average of $1.06. 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.
Oil seed meal (other) exports from the United States
Exports of oil seed meal (other) by the United States reached $12.2 million in 2024 (5.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 115 countries. Most of it went to Canada (29%), Mexico (15%), United Kingdom (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+214% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $3.6M | 29% |
| Mexico | $1.8M | 15% |
| United Kingdom | $1.7M | 14% |
| France | $1.0M | 8.4% |
| Spain | $679K | 5.6% |
| Colombia | $466K | 3.8% |
| Australia | $451K | 3.7% |
| Israel | $331K | 2.7% |
| Malawi | $302K | 2.5% |
| Czech Republic | $271K | 2.2% |
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 1208.90: Flours and meals of oil seeds or oleaginous fruits: excluding soya beans and mustard seeds.
Common questions
What is the value of oil seed meal (other) imported by the United States?
The United States imported oil seed meal (other) worth $14.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 164 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply oil seed meal (other) to the United States?
Canada was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($4.8 million), followed by Brazil (21%) and Greece (8%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 43 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 749% on the year.
What is the average import price of oil seed meal (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.84 per kg in 2024, 74% above the world average of $1.06 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 oil seed meal (other) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.8 million in 2017 to $14.0 million in 2024, an increase of 106%. The peak was 2022 at $24.3 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export oil seed meal (other)?
Yes. The United States exported $12.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and the United Kingdom. That compares with imports of $14.0 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for oil seed meal (other)?
The HS code for oil seed meal (other) is subheading 1208.90. It sits in HS chapter 12 (oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit, industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1208 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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