Rendered lard exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported rendered lard worth $20.1 million (8.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 49 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 31% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $34.2 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 | $20.1M | 8.2K t |
| 2023 | $29.2M | 17.0K t |
| 2022 | $34.2M | 12.7K t |
| 2021 | $10.4M | 5.8K t |
| 2020 | $18.1M | 18.4K t |
| 2019 | $20.9M | 22.9K t |
| 2018 | $19.3M | 17.5K t |
| 2017 | $18.4M | 17.6K t |
Where the United States exports rendered lard to
Mexico alone took 99% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $19.8M | 99% |
| Canada | $115K | 0.6% |
| Cayman Isds | $55K | 0.3% |
| Peru | $55K | 0.3% |
| Saint Kitts and Nevis | $18K | 0.1% |
| Curaçao | $12K | 0.1% |
| Japan | $10K | 0.1% |
| Bahamas | $6K | 0% |
| Singapore | $4K | 0% |
| Aruba | $4K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.44 per kg, 103% 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.
Rendered lard imports to the United States
The United States imported $12.6 million of rendered lard in 2024 (10.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 110 countries for imports of this product. One supplier dominates: Canada accounted for 73% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $9.3M | 73% |
| Mexico | $3.3M | 26% |
| Taiwan | $27K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $9K | 0.1% |
| Ecuador | $3K | 0% |
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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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 1501.10: Pig fat: lard, other than that of heading 0209 and 1503.
Common questions
What is the value of rendered lard exported by the United States?
The United States exported rendered lard worth $20.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 49 countries worldwide, with 6% of world exports. The value was down 31% on 2023.
Which countries buy rendered lard from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 99% of the value ($19.8 million), followed by Canada (1%) and Cayman Isds (0%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 17 buyer countries in total. Saint Kitts and Nevis grew fastest among the top ten, up 297% on the year.
What is the average export price of rendered lard per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.44 per kg in 2024, 103% 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 rendered lard from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $18.4 million in 2017 to $20.1 million in 2024, an increase of 9%. The peak was 2022 at $34.2 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also import rendered lard?
Yes. The United States imported $12.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada, Mexico and Taiwan. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $7.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for rendered lard?
The HS code for rendered lard is subheading 1501.10. 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 1501 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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