Vegetable seeds exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $458.9 million of vegetable seeds in 2024 (9.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 161 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 14% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2017, at $608.1 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 | $458.9M | 9.1K t |
| 2023 | $402.8M | 9.0K t |
| 2022 | $474.2M | 11.0K t |
| 2021 | $405.5M | 10.9K t |
| 2020 | $523.5M | 13.6K t |
| 2019 | $569.8M | 12.8K t |
| 2018 | $587.1M | 12.5K t |
| 2017 | $608.1M | 13.4K t |
Where the United States exports vegetable seeds to
Most of it went to Canada (19%), Mexico (16%), Netherlands (14%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest (+189% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $85.0M | 19% |
| Mexico | $73.6M | 16% |
| Netherlands | $65.8M | 14% |
| Japan | $21.9M | 4.8% |
| China | $17.1M | 3.7% |
| France | $16.6M | 3.6% |
| Italy | $11.9M | 2.6% |
| India | $10.8M | 2.4% |
| Brazil | $9.5M | 2.1% |
| South Africa | $7.6M | 1.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $50.54 per kg, 37% above the world average of $36.86. 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.
Vegetable seeds imports to the United States
The United States imported $391.4 million of vegetable seeds in 2024 (6.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 210 countries. Most of the value came from Netherlands (32%), Chile (9%), China (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 48%. Among the main suppliers, Mexico grew fastest (+85% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $125.3M | 32% |
| Chile | $35.1M | 9% |
| China | $28.1M | 7.2% |
| India | $25.5M | 6.5% |
| Italy | $19.7M | 5% |
| Mexico | $18.3M | 4.7% |
| Israel | $16.0M | 4.1% |
| France | $15.0M | 3.8% |
| Thailand | $14.9M | 3.8% |
| South Africa | $12.5M | 3.2% |
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 1209.91: Seeds: vegetable seeds, of a kind used for sowing.
Common questions
What is the value of vegetable seeds exported by the United States?
The United States exported vegetable seeds worth $458.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 161 countries worldwide, with 9% of world exports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries buy vegetable seeds from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 19% of the value ($85.0 million), followed by Mexico (16%) and the Netherlands (14%). The top three together account for 49%, out of 152 buyer countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 189% on the year.
What is the average export price of vegetable seeds per kg?
The average declared export value was about $50.54 per kg in 2024, 37% above the world average of $36.86 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 vegetable seeds from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $608.1 million in 2017 to $458.9 million in 2024, a fall of 25%. The peak was 2017 at $608.1 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also import vegetable seeds?
Yes. The United States imported $391.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the Netherlands, Chile and China. That compares with exports of $458.9 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for vegetable seeds?
The HS code for vegetable seeds is subheading 1209.91. 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 1209 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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