Refined sunflower or safflower oil imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported refined sunflower or safflower oil worth $204.3 million (128.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 205 countries for imports of this product. That is 10% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $295.9 million.
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 | $204.3M | 128.5K t |
| 2023 | $226.4M | 117.9K t |
| 2022 | $295.9M | 125.9K t |
| 2021 | $160.7M | 93.7K t |
| 2020 | $142.9M | 106.4K t |
| 2019 | $80.3M | 50.4K t |
| 2018 | $76.4M | 47.9K t |
| 2017 | $61.6M | 36.6K t |
Where the United States imports refined sunflower or safflower oil from
Most of the value came from Spain (23%), Turkey (19%), Ukraine (15%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+142% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $46.2M | 23% |
| Turkey | $38.9M | 19% |
| Ukraine | $30.0M | 15% |
| France | $20.2M | 9.9% |
| Mexico | $16.2M | 7.9% |
| Argentina | $11.4M | 5.6% |
| Netherlands | $9.2M | 4.5% |
| Italy | $8.5M | 4.1% |
| Hungary | $8.0M | 3.9% |
| Romania | $4.4M | 2.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.59 per kg, 23% above the world average of $1.29. 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 sunflower or safflower oil exports from the United States
Exports of refined sunflower or safflower oil by the United States reached $52.9 million in 2024 (25.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Canada alone took 67% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $35.4M | 67% |
| Mexico | $7.8M | 15% |
| South Korea | $2.1M | 4.1% |
| Singapore | $1.3M | 2.5% |
| Taiwan | $1.3M | 2.4% |
| Cuba | $536K | 1% |
| Malaysia | $486K | 0.9% |
| Japan | $442K | 0.8% |
| Netherlands | $295K | 0.6% |
| Germany | $281K | 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 1512.19: Vegetable oils: sunflower seed or safflower oil and their fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified.
Common questions
What is the value of refined sunflower or safflower oil imported by the United States?
The United States imported refined sunflower or safflower oil worth $204.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 128.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 205 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply refined sunflower or safflower oil to the United States?
Spain was the largest supplier with 23% of the value ($46.2 million), followed by Turkey (19%) and Ukraine (15%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 49 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 142% on the year.
What is the average import price of refined sunflower or safflower oil per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.59 per kg in 2024, 23% above the world average of $1.29 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 sunflower or safflower oil to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $61.6 million in 2017 to $204.3 million in 2024, an increase of 232%. The peak was 2022 at $295.9 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export refined sunflower or safflower oil?
Yes. The United States exported $52.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and South Korea. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $151.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for refined sunflower or safflower oil?
The HS code for refined sunflower or safflower oil is subheading 1512.19. 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 1512 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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