Plant cuttings imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $140.3 million of plant cuttings in 2024 (5.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 150 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 24% 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 | $140.3M | 5.5K t |
| 2023 | $113.1M | 4.1K t |
| 2022 | $132.3M | 5.4K t |
| 2021 | $137.2M | 4.9K t |
| 2020 | $110.2M | 3.8K t |
| 2019 | $96.4M | 6.7K t |
| 2018 | $91.0M | 3.3K t |
| 2017 | $85.5M | 3.8K t |
Where the United States imports plant cuttings from
Most of the value came from Guatemala (21%), Costa Rica (19%), Mexico (16%). Among the main suppliers, Costa Rica grew fastest (+250% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Guatemala | $29.5M | 21% |
| Costa Rica | $26.9M | 19% |
| Mexico | $22.7M | 16% |
| El Salvador | $11.9M | 8.5% |
| Nicaragua | $8.2M | 5.8% |
| Dominican Republic | $6.5M | 4.6% |
| Netherlands | $5.6M | 4% |
| Kenya | $5.6M | 4% |
| Colombia | $5.1M | 3.7% |
| Israel | $4.1M | 2.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $25.67 per kg, 85% above the world average of $13.85. 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.
Plant cuttings exports from the United States
Exports of plant cuttings by the United States reached $20.3 million in 2024 (680 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 3%. One buyer market dominates: Canada accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Dominican Republic grew fastest (+105% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $10.8M | 53% |
| Bahamas | $5.2M | 26% |
| Dominican Republic | $2.4M | 12% |
| United Arab Emirates | $494K | 2.4% |
| Netherlands | $462K | 2.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $182K | 0.9% |
| Guatemala | $182K | 0.9% |
| Japan | $82K | 0.4% |
| Greece | $68K | 0.3% |
| China | $68K | 0.3% |
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 0602.10: Plants, live: unrooted cuttings and slips.
Common questions
What is the value of plant cuttings imported by the United States?
The United States imported plant cuttings worth $140.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 150 countries worldwide, with 22% of world imports. The value was up 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply plant cuttings to the United States?
Guatemala was the largest supplier with 21% of the value ($29.5 million), followed by Costa Rica (19%) and Mexico (16%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 47 supplier countries in total. Costa Rica grew fastest among the top ten, up 250% on the year.
What is the average import price of plant cuttings per kg?
The average declared import value was about $25.67 per kg in 2024, 85% above the world average of $13.85 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 plant cuttings to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $85.5 million in 2017 to $140.3 million in 2024, an increase of 64%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export plant cuttings?
Yes. The United States exported $20.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, the Bahamas and the Dominican Republic. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $120.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for plant cuttings?
The HS code for plant cuttings is subheading 0602.10. It sits in HS chapter 06 (trees and other plants, live; bulbs, roots and the like; cut flowers and ornamental foliage). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0602 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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