Prepared chicken meat imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $522.5 million of prepared chicken meat in 2024 (66.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 220 countries. That is 13% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $522.5M | 66.1K t |
| 2023 | $462.3M | 60.3K t |
| 2022 | $398.9M | 54.7K t |
| 2021 | $306.3M | 46.2K t |
| 2020 | $258.2M | 42.4K t |
| 2019 | $244.6M | 40.7K t |
| 2018 | $246.0M | 45.5K t |
| 2017 | $203.4M | 38.2K t |
Where the United States imports prepared chicken meat from
One supplier dominates: Canada accounted for 91% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Mexico grew fastest (+71% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $473.7M | 91% |
| Mexico | $27.8M | 5.3% |
| South Korea | $6.8M | 1.3% |
| Israel | $6.4M | 1.2% |
| Chile | $5.8M | 1.1% |
| China | $1.7M | 0.3% |
| France | $87K | 0% |
| Thailand | $77K | 0% |
| Hong Kong | $50K | 0% |
| Denmark | $18K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.90 per kg, 81% above the world average of $4.37. 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.
Prepared chicken meat exports from the United States
The United States exported $418.9 million of prepared chicken meat in 2024 (107.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 128 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were China (35%), Canada (25%), Mexico (12%). Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+285% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $147.2M | 35% |
| Canada | $105.5M | 25% |
| Mexico | $50.3M | 12% |
| Cuba | $15.0M | 3.6% |
| Dominican Republic | $12.3M | 2.9% |
| Guatemala | $11.2M | 2.7% |
| Costa Rica | $9.2M | 2.2% |
| Bahamas | $8.0M | 1.9% |
| Honduras | $6.9M | 1.7% |
| Philippines | $5.8M | 1.4% |
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 1602.32: Meat preparations: of the poultry of heading no. 0105, (i.e. of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus).
Common questions
What is the value of prepared chicken meat imported by the United States?
The United States imported prepared chicken meat worth $522.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 66.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 220 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply prepared chicken meat to the United States?
Canada was the largest supplier with 91% of the value ($473.7 million), followed by Mexico (5%) and South Korea (1%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 228% on the year.
What is the average import price of prepared chicken meat per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.90 per kg in 2024, 81% above the world average of $4.37 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 prepared chicken meat to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $203.4 million in 2017 to $522.5 million in 2024, an increase of 157%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export prepared chicken meat?
Yes. The United States exported $418.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, Canada and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $103.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for prepared chicken meat?
The HS code for prepared chicken meat is subheading 1602.32. It sits in HS chapter 16 (meat, fish, crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates, or insects; preparations thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1602 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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