Purified drinking water imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of purified drinking water by the United States reached $289.7 million in 2024 (470.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 218 countries for imports of this product. That is 3% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $289.7M | 470.8K t |
| 2023 | $299.7M | 508.4K t |
| 2022 | $330.4M | 653.5K t |
| 2021 | $240.4M | 508.1K t |
| 2020 | $153.5M | 288.8K t |
| 2019 | $189.4M | 454.2K t |
| 2018 | $168.6M | 448.9K t |
| 2017 | $162.0M | 521.8K t |
Where the United States imports purified drinking water from
Fiji alone supplied 75% of it. Among the main suppliers, Iceland grew fastest (+52% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Fiji | $217.2M | 75% |
| Iceland | $26.1M | 9% |
| Italy | $22.3M | 7.7% |
| Canada | $6.0M | 2.1% |
| New Zealand | $3.6M | 1.2% |
| France | $1.9M | 0.7% |
| Mexico | $1.6M | 0.5% |
| Norway | $1.3M | 0.4% |
| Russia | $1.1M | 0.4% |
| Romania | $948K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.62 per kg, 6100% above the world average of $0.01. 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.
Purified drinking water exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported purified drinking water worth $119.3 million (858.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 186 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Mexico (29%), Canada (22%), Japan (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest (+105% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $34.1M | 29% |
| Canada | $26.5M | 22% |
| Japan | $11.3M | 9.5% |
| Netherlands | $7.9M | 6.6% |
| Bahamas | $4.7M | 3.9% |
| El Salvador | $3.8M | 3.2% |
| Cayman Isds | $3.4M | 2.9% |
| Panama | $2.6M | 2.2% |
| Barbados | $2.3M | 2% |
| Australia | $2.3M | 2% |
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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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 2201.90: Waters: other than mineral and aerated, (not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter nor flavoured), ice and snow.
Common questions
What is the value of purified drinking water imported by the United States?
The United States imported purified drinking water worth $289.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 470.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 218 countries worldwide, with 19% of world imports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply purified drinking water to the United States?
Fiji was the largest supplier with 75% of the value ($217.2 million), followed by Iceland (9%) and Italy (8%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 83 supplier countries in total. Romania grew fastest among the top ten, up 879% on the year.
What is the average import price of purified drinking water per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.62 per kg in 2024, 6100% above the world average of $0.01 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 purified drinking water to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $162.0 million in 2017 to $289.7 million in 2024, an increase of 79%. The peak was 2022 at $330.4 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export purified drinking water?
Yes. The United States exported $119.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and Japan. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $170.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for purified drinking water?
The HS code for purified drinking water is subheading 2201.90. It sits in HS chapter 22 (beverages, spirits and vinegar). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2201 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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