Tomato paste exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported tomato paste worth $500.1 million (350.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 138 countries. That is 22% 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 .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $500.1M | 350.6K t |
| 2023 | $409.0M | 288.6K t |
| 2022 | $366.6M | 319.5K t |
| 2021 | $345.5M | 369.8K t |
| 2020 | $296.9M | 338.8K t |
| 2019 | $305.0M | 364.0K t |
| 2018 | $315.9M | 395.0K t |
| 2017 | $341.8M | 409.2K t |
Where the United States exports tomato paste to
Most of it went to Mexico (23%), Japan (15%), Canada (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 50%. Among the main buyer markets, Libya grew fastest (+185% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $115.3M | 23% |
| Japan | $74.8M | 15% |
| Canada | $58.0M | 12% |
| Netherlands | $46.4M | 9.3% |
| Italy | $41.9M | 8.4% |
| Australia | $22.5M | 4.5% |
| South Korea | $17.1M | 3.4% |
| Libya | $14.4M | 2.9% |
| Costa Rica | $10.8M | 2.2% |
| New Zealand | $10.5M | 2.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.43 per kg, close to the world average of $1.44.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Tomato paste imports to the United States
The United States imported $87.4 million of tomato paste in 2024 (44.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. The largest suppliers were Italy (48%), Chile (11%), Egypt (9%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+61% on the year before).
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 2002.90: Vegetable preparations: tomatoes, (other than whole or in pieces), prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid.
Common questions
What is the value of tomato paste exported by the United States?
The United States exported tomato paste worth $500.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 350.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 138 countries worldwide, with 10% of world exports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries buy tomato paste from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 23% of the value ($115.3 million), followed by Japan (15%) and Canada (12%). The top three together account for 50%, out of 98 buyer countries in total. Libya grew fastest among the top ten, up 185% on the year.
What is the average export price of tomato paste per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.43 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $1.44 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 tomato paste from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $341.8 million in 2017 to $500.1 million in 2024, an increase of 46%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also import tomato paste?
Yes. The United States imported $87.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, Chile and Egypt. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $412.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for tomato paste?
The HS code for tomato paste is subheading 2002.90. It sits in HS chapter 20 (preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts or other parts of plants). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2002 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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