Pig fat (non-lard) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $45.7 million of pig fat (non-lard) in 2024 (55.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 75 countries. That is 14% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% a year on average.
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 | $45.7M | 55.5K t |
| 2023 | $53.2M | 46.3K t |
| 2022 | $54.8M | 36.9K t |
| 2021 | $23.5M | 22.9K t |
| 2020 | $10.3M | 18.0K t |
| 2019 | $12.3M | 21.5K t |
| 2018 | $15.5M | 29.4K t |
| 2017 | $13.6M | 21.8K t |
Where the United States imports pig fat (non-lard) from
Canada alone supplied 71% of it. Among the main suppliers, Brazil grew fastest (+56% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $32.5M | 71% |
| Brazil | $12.7M | 28% |
| Mexico | $491K | 1.1% |
| Spain | $3K | 0% |
| Thailand | $2K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.82 per kg, 23% below the world average of $1.07, 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.
Pig fat (non-lard) exports from the United States
The United States exported $8.2 million of pig fat (non-lard) in 2024 (7.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 44 countries. One buyer market dominates: United Kingdom accounted for 64% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $5.2M | 64% |
| Canada | $2.4M | 30% |
| Mexico | $534K | 6.5% |
| Guatemala | $16K | 0.2% |
| Bahamas | $6K | 0.1% |
| Honduras | $5K | 0.1% |
| Singapore | $4K | 0.1% |
| Thailand | $4K | 0% |
| Costa Rica | $3K | 0% |
| India | $3K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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Direct customs feed: shipment-level records from the official customs source.
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 1501.20: Pig fat: not lard, other than that of heading 0209 or 1503.
Common questions
What is the value of pig fat (non-lard) imported by the United States?
The United States imported pig fat (non-lard) worth $45.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 55.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 75 countries worldwide, with 18% of world imports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply pig fat (non-lard) to the United States?
Canada was the largest supplier with 71% of the value ($32.5 million), followed by Brazil (28%) and Mexico (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. Brazil grew fastest among the top ten, up 56% on the year.
What is the average import price of pig fat (non-lard) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.82 per kg in 2024, 23% below the world average of $1.07 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 pig fat (non-lard) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.6 million in 2017 to $45.7 million in 2024, an increase of 236%. The peak was 2022 at $54.8 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export pig fat (non-lard)?
Yes. The United States exported $8.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Kingdom, Canada and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $37.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for pig fat (non-lard)?
The HS code for pig fat (non-lard) is subheading 1501.20. It sits in HS chapter 15 (animal, vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their cleavage products; prepared edible fats; animal or vegetable waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1501 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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