Ready-to-eat pasta imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of ready-to-eat pasta by the United States reached $636.0 million in 2024 (171.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 223 countries. Value rose 26% on 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 | $636.0M | 171.2K t |
| 2023 | $506.7M | 144.7K t |
| 2022 | $478.2M | 135.8K t |
| 2021 | $394.2M | 123.3K t |
| 2020 | $421.6M | 134.0K t |
| 2019 | $295.3M | 97.8K t |
| 2018 | $288.7M | 94.7K t |
| 2017 | $247.9M | 85.4K t |
Where the United States imports ready-to-eat pasta from
Most of the value came from South Korea (42%), Italy (12%), China (11%). Among the main suppliers, Indonesia grew fastest (+68% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $265.5M | 42% |
| Italy | $79.2M | 13% |
| China | $69.5M | 11% |
| Taiwan | $41.5M | 6.5% |
| Thailand | $41.4M | 6.5% |
| Canada | $34.6M | 5.5% |
| Japan | $24.9M | 3.9% |
| Mexico | $15.7M | 2.5% |
| Indonesia | $15.2M | 2.4% |
| Vietnam | $10.8M | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.72 per kg, 43% above the world average of $2.61. 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.
Ready-to-eat pasta exports from the United States
The United States exported $185.5 million of ready-to-eat pasta in 2024 (85.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 171 countries for exports of this product. Canada alone took 81% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $149.8M | 81% |
| Mexico | $7.3M | 3.9% |
| Bahamas | $6.3M | 3.4% |
| Belize | $2.2M | 1.2% |
| Jamaica | $1.8M | 1% |
| Argentina | $1.7M | 0.9% |
| Israel | $1.5M | 0.8% |
| Brazil | $1.3M | 0.7% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $881K | 0.5% |
| Guatemala | $801K | 0.4% |
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 1902.30: Food preparations: pasta (excluding stuffed), cooked or otherwise prepared.
Common questions
What is the value of ready-to-eat pasta imported by the United States?
The United States imported ready-to-eat pasta worth $636.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 171.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 223 countries worldwide, with 11% of world imports. The value was up 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply ready-to-eat pasta to the United States?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($265.5 million), followed by Italy (12%) and China (11%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 78 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 68% on the year.
What is the average import price of ready-to-eat pasta per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.72 per kg in 2024, 43% above the world average of $2.61 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 ready-to-eat pasta to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $247.9 million in 2017 to $636.0 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 ready-to-eat pasta?
Yes. The United States exported $185.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and the Bahamas. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $450.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for ready-to-eat pasta?
The HS code for ready-to-eat pasta is subheading 1902.30. 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 1902 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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