Refined coconut oil imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of refined coconut oil by the United States reached $573.3 million in 2024 (313.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 205 countries for imports of this product. That is 51% more than in 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 | $573.3M | 313.2K t |
| 2023 | $378.9M | 230.9K t |
| 2022 | $703.8M | 301.2K t |
| 2021 | $574.2M | 287.6K t |
| 2020 | $364.6M | 259.7K t |
| 2019 | $377.0M | 293.2K t |
| 2018 | $482.2M | 281.2K t |
| 2017 | $579.8M | 272.1K t |
Where the United States imports refined coconut oil from
One supplier dominates: Philippines accounted for 72% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+260% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Philippines | $410.6M | 72% |
| Indonesia | $62.3M | 11% |
| Vietnam | $34.2M | 6% |
| Canada | $20.5M | 3.6% |
| Sri Lanka | $19.8M | 3.5% |
| Malaysia | $19.5M | 3.4% |
| India | $3.1M | 0.5% |
| Singapore | $742K | 0.1% |
| China | $437K | 0.1% |
| Israel | $336K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.83 per kg, close to the world average of $1.67.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Refined coconut oil exports from the United States
The United States exported $32.0 million of refined coconut oil in 2024 (7.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: Canada accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest (+217% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $16.6M | 52% |
| Mexico | $7.6M | 24% |
| Panama | $860K | 2.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $825K | 2.6% |
| Costa Rica | $658K | 2.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $559K | 1.8% |
| Japan | $481K | 1.5% |
| Guatemala | $357K | 1.1% |
| Dominican Republic | $332K | 1% |
| Honduras | $268K | 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 1513.19: Vegetable oils: coconut (copra) oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified.
Common questions
What is the value of refined coconut oil imported by the United States?
The United States imported refined coconut oil worth $573.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 313.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 205 countries worldwide, with 25% of world imports. The value was up 51% on 2023.
Which countries supply refined coconut oil to the United States?
The Philippines was the largest supplier with 72% of the value ($410.6 million), followed by Indonesia (11%) and Vietnam (6%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. Israel grew fastest among the top ten, up 880% on the year.
What is the average import price of refined coconut oil per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.83 per kg in 2024, 10% above the world average of $1.67 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 refined coconut oil to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $579.8 million in 2017 to $573.3 million in 2024, a fall of 1%. The peak was 2022 at $703.8 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export refined coconut oil?
Yes. The United States exported $32.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and Panama. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $541.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for refined coconut oil?
The HS code for refined coconut oil is subheading 1513.19. It sits in HS chapter 15 (animal, vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their cleavage products; prepared edible fats; animal or vegetable waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1513 page.
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