Unshelled raw peanuts exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $174.6 million of unshelled raw peanuts in 2024 (148.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 119 countries. That is 12% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $242.6 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 | $174.6M | 148.3K t |
| 2023 | $199.2M | 174.4K t |
| 2022 | $148.9M | 138.4K t |
| 2021 | $148.6M | 209.7K t |
| 2020 | $242.6M | 346.6K t |
| 2019 | $101.5M | 121.4K t |
| 2018 | $81.1M | 120.9K t |
| 2017 | $87.2M | 117.4K t |
Where the United States exports unshelled raw peanuts to
The largest buyer markets were China (42%), Netherlands (10%), Mexico (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Czech Republic grew fastest (+311% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $73.3M | 42% |
| Netherlands | $18.1M | 10% |
| Mexico | $17.3M | 9.9% |
| Spain | $10.4M | 6% |
| Germany | $10.4M | 5.9% |
| Canada | $9.5M | 5.4% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $7.2M | 4.1% |
| Czech Republic | $5.7M | 3.3% |
| Portugal | $3.3M | 1.9% |
| United Kingdom | $3.2M | 1.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.18 per kg, close to the world average of $1.22.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Unshelled raw peanuts imports to the United States
Imports of unshelled raw peanuts by the United States reached $742 thousand in 2024 (586 tonnes). The largest suppliers were China (46%), Thailand (37%), Mexico (8%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $344K | 46% |
| Thailand | $276K | 37% |
| Mexico | $60K | 8.1% |
| Germany | $30K | 4.1% |
| Turkey | $20K | 2.7% |
| Vietnam | $8K | 1% |
| Canada | $2K | 0.3% |
| Ecuador | $2K | 0.2% |
| Tanzania | $0K | 0% |
| Brazil | $0K | 0% |
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 1202.41: Ground-nuts: other than seed, not roasted or otherwise cooked, in shell.
Common questions
What is the value of unshelled raw peanuts exported by the United States?
The United States exported unshelled raw peanuts worth $174.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 148.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 119 countries worldwide, with 44% of world exports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries buy unshelled raw peanuts from the United States?
China was the largest buyer with 42% of the value ($73.3 million), followed by the Netherlands (10%) and Mexico (10%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 64 buyer countries in total. The Czech Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 311% on the year.
What is the average export price of unshelled raw peanuts per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.18 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $1.22 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 unshelled raw peanuts from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $87.2 million in 2017 to $174.6 million in 2024, an increase of 100%. The peak was 2020 at $242.6 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also import unshelled raw peanuts?
Yes. The United States imported $742 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Thailand and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $173.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for unshelled raw peanuts?
The HS code for unshelled raw peanuts is subheading 1202.41. It sits in HS chapter 12 (oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit, industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1202 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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