Prepared grain cereals imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $458.6 million of prepared grain cereals in 2024 (140.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 219 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 29% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% 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 | $458.6M | 140.3K t |
| 2023 | $355.6M | 113.8K t |
| 2022 | $367.2M | 120.4K t |
| 2021 | $281.4M | 101.9K t |
| 2020 | $260.7M | 101.4K t |
| 2019 | $204.1M | 77.2K t |
| 2018 | $188.9M | 73.0K t |
| 2017 | $158.3M | 59.6K t |
Where the United States imports prepared grain cereals from
The largest suppliers were South Korea (28%), Canada (25%), Mexico (11%). Among the main suppliers, Mexico grew fastest (+101% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $130.0M | 28% |
| Canada | $115.1M | 25% |
| Mexico | $49.8M | 11% |
| Thailand | $44.2M | 9.6% |
| Spain | $37.5M | 8.2% |
| United Kingdom | $13.9M | 3% |
| Italy | $10.0M | 2.2% |
| France | $9.2M | 2% |
| India | $7.7M | 1.7% |
| Brazil | $7.1M | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.27 per kg, close to the world average of $2.87.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Prepared grain cereals exports from the United States
Exports of prepared grain cereals by the United States reached $119.1 million in 2024 (47.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 159 countries. One buyer market dominates: Canada accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+422% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $63.3M | 53% |
| Mexico | $11.8M | 9.9% |
| Italy | $11.6M | 9.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $9.9M | 8.3% |
| Dominican Republic | $4.6M | 3.8% |
| Panama | $1.9M | 1.6% |
| Honduras | $1.6M | 1.3% |
| Guatemala | $1.4M | 1.2% |
| Philippines | $1.1M | 0.9% |
| Guyana | $928K | 0.8% |
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 1904.90: Food preparations: cereal or cereal products (excluding maize), in grain form, pre-cooked or otherwise prepared.
Common questions
What is the value of prepared grain cereals imported by the United States?
The United States imported prepared grain cereals worth $458.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 140.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 219 countries worldwide, with 26% of world imports. The value was up 29% on 2023.
Which countries supply prepared grain cereals to the United States?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($130.0 million), followed by Canada (25%) and Mexico (11%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 78 supplier countries in total. Mexico grew fastest among the top ten, up 101% on the year.
What is the average import price of prepared grain cereals per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.27 per kg in 2024, 14% above the world average of $2.87 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 grain cereals to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $158.3 million in 2017 to $458.6 million in 2024, an increase of 190%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export prepared grain cereals?
Yes. The United States exported $119.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and Italy. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $339.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for prepared grain cereals?
The HS code for prepared grain cereals is subheading 1904.90. It sits in HS chapter 19 (preparations of cereals, flour, starch or milk; pastrycooks' products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1904 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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