Refined cottonseed oil exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $10.7 million of refined cottonseed oil in 2024 (4.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 80 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 18% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 15% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $57.5 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10.7M | 4.9K t |
| 2023 | $13.0M | 7.9K t |
| 2022 | $57.5M | 23.8K t |
| 2021 | $31.9M | 17.6K t |
| 2020 | $33.0M | 33.6K t |
| 2019 | $37.6M | 42.4K t |
| 2018 | $44.8M | 51.6K t |
| 2017 | $33.4M | 39.7K t |
Where the United States exports refined cottonseed oil to
One buyer market dominates: Mexico accounted for 65% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, South Korea grew fastest (+140% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $6.9M | 65% |
| Malaysia | $831K | 7.8% |
| Australia | $719K | 6.7% |
| Spain | $557K | 5.2% |
| South Korea | $357K | 3.3% |
| Turkey | $242K | 2.3% |
| Canada | $201K | 1.9% |
| Portugal | $169K | 1.6% |
| India | $152K | 1.4% |
| Brazil | $141K | 1.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.19 per kg, 82% above the world average of $1.20. 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.
Refined cottonseed oil imports to the United States
The United States imported $439 thousand of refined cottonseed oil in 2024 (504 tonnes). Most of the value came from Ukraine (38%), Spain (31%), Turkey (12%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ukraine | $169K | 39% |
| Spain | $137K | 31% |
| Turkey | $51K | 12% |
| Italy | $23K | 5.2% |
| Colombia | $17K | 4% |
| Belgium | $12K | 2.6% |
| Japan | $9K | 2% |
| India | $8K | 1.9% |
| Brazil | $7K | 1.5% |
| Canada | $2K | 0.5% |
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 1512.29: Vegetable oils: cotton-seed oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified.
Common questions
What is the value of refined cottonseed oil exported by the United States?
The United States exported refined cottonseed oil worth $10.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 80 countries worldwide, with 9% of world exports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries buy refined cottonseed oil from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 65% of the value ($6.9 million), followed by Malaysia (8%) and Australia (7%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 48 buyer countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 238% on the year.
What is the average export price of refined cottonseed oil per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.19 per kg in 2024, 82% above the world average of $1.20 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 exports of refined cottonseed oil from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $33.4 million in 2017 to $10.7 million in 2024, a fall of 68%. The peak was 2022 at $57.5 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also import refined cottonseed oil?
Yes. The United States imported $439 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Ukraine, Spain and Turkey. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $10.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for refined cottonseed oil?
The HS code for refined cottonseed oil is subheading 1512.29. 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 1512 page.
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