Saffron imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported saffron worth $24.2 million (65 tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 180 countries for imports of this product. That is 20% 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 | $24.2M | 65 t |
| 2023 | $20.1M | 139 t |
| 2022 | $21.5M | 333 t |
| 2021 | $17.8M | 106 t |
| 2020 | $14.7M | 63 t |
| 2019 | $17.4M | 93 t |
| 2018 | $17.8M | 102 t |
| 2017 | $17.8M | 66 t |
Where the United States imports saffron from
Spain alone supplied 52% of it. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+176% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $12.7M | 52% |
| Netherlands | $8.2M | 34% |
| Afghanistan | $1.7M | 7% |
| Greece | $581K | 2.4% |
| Canada | $197K | 0.8% |
| China | $146K | 0.6% |
| Portugal | $145K | 0.6% |
| India | $109K | 0.5% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $69K | 0.3% |
| Turkey | $59K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $374.53 per kg, 21% above the world average of $309.20. 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.
Saffron exports from the United States
The United States exported $816 thousand of saffron in 2024 (32 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Canada (20%), Portugal (16%), Spain (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $161K | 20% |
| Portugal | $131K | 16% |
| Spain | $108K | 13% |
| Dominican Republic | $87K | 11% |
| United Arab Emirates | $65K | 7.9% |
| Australia | $59K | 7.2% |
| Curaçao | $20K | 2.5% |
| Mexico | $19K | 2.4% |
| South Korea | $18K | 2.2% |
| Peru | $18K | 2.2% |
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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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 0910.20: Spices: saffron.
Common questions
What is the value of saffron imported by the United States?
The United States imported saffron worth $24.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 65 tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 180 countries worldwide, with 9% of world imports. The value was up 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply saffron to the United States?
Spain was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($12.7 million), followed by the Netherlands (34%) and Afghanistan (7%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 302% on the year.
What is the average import price of saffron per kg?
The average declared import value was about $374.53 per kg in 2024, 21% above the world average of $309.20 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 imports of saffron to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.8 million in 2017 to $24.2 million in 2024, an increase of 36%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export saffron?
Yes. The United States exported $816 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Portugal and Spain. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $23.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for saffron?
The HS code for saffron is subheading 0910.20. It sits in HS chapter 09 (coffee, tea, mate and spices). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0910 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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