Skim milk exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $7.0 million of skim milk in 2024 (6.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 20% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $11.2 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 | $7.0M | 6.8K t |
| 2023 | $8.7M | 13.3K t |
| 2022 | $7.1M | 8.1K t |
| 2021 | $8.8M | 10.2K t |
| 2020 | $8.9M | 12.1K t |
| 2019 | $8.4M | 4.5K t |
| 2018 | $9.4M | 6.0K t |
| 2017 | $11.2M | 5.6K t |
Where the United States exports skim milk to
The largest buyer markets were Cayman Isds (32%), Mexico (22%), Canada (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Malaysia grew fastest (+268% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Cayman Isds | $2.2M | 32% |
| Mexico | $1.5M | 22% |
| Canada | $549K | 7.9% |
| Bahamas | $386K | 5.6% |
| Bermuda | $339K | 4.9% |
| Vietnam | $321K | 4.6% |
| Malaysia | $313K | 4.5% |
| Saint Maarten | $174K | 2.5% |
| Curaçao | $167K | 2.4% |
| Guyana | $157K | 2.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.02 per kg, 73% above the world average of $0.59. 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.
Skim milk imports to the United States
Imports of skim milk by the United States reached $2.2 million in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: Mexico accounted for 73% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $1.6M | 73% |
| Saudi Arabia | $102K | 4.7% |
| Poland | $88K | 4% |
| Indonesia | $73K | 3.4% |
| Egypt | $54K | 2.5% |
| Brazil | $48K | 2.2% |
| Honduras | $36K | 1.7% |
| Ecuador | $35K | 1.6% |
| Pakistan | $30K | 1.4% |
| China | $29K | 1.3% |
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 0401.10: Dairy produce: milk and cream, not concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, of a fat content, by weight, not exceeding 1%.
Common questions
What is the value of skim milk exported by the United States?
The United States exported skim milk worth $7.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 20th of 129 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 20% on 2023.
Which countries buy skim milk from the United States?
Cayman Isds was the largest buyer with 32% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by Mexico (22%) and Canada (8%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 55 buyer countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 268% on the year.
What is the average export price of skim milk per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.02 per kg in 2024, 73% above the world average of $0.59 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 skim milk from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $11.2 million in 2017 to $7.0 million in 2024, a fall of 38%. The peak was 2017 at $11.2 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also import skim milk?
Yes. The United States imported $2.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Mexico, Saudi Arabia and Poland. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $4.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for skim milk?
The HS code for skim milk is subheading 0401.10. It sits in HS chapter 04 (dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0401 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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