Wheat groats imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of wheat groats by the United States reached $34.7 million in 2024 (44.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 200 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 11% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $50.0 million.
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 | $34.7M | 44.7K t |
| 2023 | $39.1M | 52.9K t |
| 2022 | $50.0M | 67.3K t |
| 2021 | $31.7M | 50.8K t |
| 2020 | $34.0M | 65.5K t |
| 2019 | $26.2M | 52.2K t |
| 2018 | $23.3M | 46.3K t |
| 2017 | $18.5M | 30.1K t |
Where the United States imports wheat groats from
Most of the value came from Mexico (42%), Canada (37%), Italy (11%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+164% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $14.6M | 42% |
| Canada | $12.8M | 37% |
| Italy | $3.7M | 11% |
| Israel | $1.1M | 3.3% |
| India | $709K | 2% |
| Turkey | $578K | 1.7% |
| Morocco | $139K | 0.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $112K | 0.3% |
| Brazil | $107K | 0.3% |
| Russia | $94K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.78 per kg, 26% above the world average of $0.62. 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.
Wheat groats exports from the United States
Exports of wheat groats by the United States reached $14.2 million in 2024 (21.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 3%. One buyer market dominates: Canada accounted for 87% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $12.3M | 87% |
| Dominican Republic | $470K | 3.3% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $329K | 2.3% |
| Haiti | $207K | 1.5% |
| Mexico | $169K | 1.2% |
| Bahamas | $109K | 0.8% |
| Saint Kitts and Nevis | $84K | 0.6% |
| Grenada | $71K | 0.5% |
| Dominica | $70K | 0.5% |
| Guyana | $55K | 0.4% |
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 1103.11: Cereal groats and meal: of wheat.
Common questions
What is the value of wheat groats imported by the United States?
The United States imported wheat groats worth $34.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 44.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 200 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply wheat groats to the United States?
Mexico was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($14.6 million), followed by Canada (37%) and Italy (11%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 45 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 164% on the year.
What is the average import price of wheat groats per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.78 per kg in 2024, 26% above the world average of $0.62 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 wheat groats to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $18.5 million in 2017 to $34.7 million in 2024, an increase of 88%. The peak was 2022 at $50.0 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export wheat groats?
Yes. The United States exported $14.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, the Dominican Republic and Trinidad and Tobago. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $20.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for wheat groats?
The HS code for wheat groats is subheading 1103.11. It sits in HS chapter 11 (products of the milling industry; malt, starches, inulin, wheat gluten). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1103 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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