Whole milk powder sweetened exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of whole milk powder sweetened by the United States reached $23.0 million in 2024 (8.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 113 countries. That is 294% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average.
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 | $23.0M | 8.9K t |
| 2023 | $5.8M | 950 t |
| 2022 | $4.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $4.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $10.6M | 3.5K t |
| 2019 | $6.8M | 3.6K t |
| 2018 | $12.3M | 7.8K t |
| 2017 | $9.0M | 5.2K t |
Where the United States exports whole milk powder sweetened to
Saudi Arabia alone took 72% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $16.4M | 72% |
| Mexico | $2.9M | 13% |
| Cuba | $1.7M | 7.6% |
| Guyana | $501K | 2.2% |
| Grenada | $166K | 0.7% |
| Malaysia | $162K | 0.7% |
| Bermuda | $148K | 0.6% |
| Egypt | $121K | 0.5% |
| Panama | $108K | 0.5% |
| Saint Lucia | $89K | 0.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.58 per kg, 33% below the world average of $3.84, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Whole milk powder sweetened imports to the United States
Imports of whole milk powder sweetened by the United States reached $658 thousand in 2024 (129 tonnes). The largest suppliers were United Kingdom (23%), Netherlands (20%), Latvia (15%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+818% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $153K | 23% |
| Netherlands | $133K | 20% |
| Latvia | $101K | 15% |
| Saudi Arabia | $66K | 10% |
| India | $51K | 7.7% |
| Italy | $28K | 4.3% |
| Portugal | $25K | 3.8% |
| Spain | $20K | 3% |
| France | $18K | 2.7% |
| Poland | $15K | 2.3% |
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 0402.29: Dairy produce: milk and cream, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, in powder, granules or other solid forms, of a fat content exceeding 1.5% (by weight).
Common questions
What is the value of whole milk powder sweetened exported by the United States?
The United States exported whole milk powder sweetened worth $23.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 113 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was up 294% on 2023.
Which countries buy whole milk powder sweetened from the United States?
Saudi Arabia was the largest buyer with 72% of the value ($16.4 million), followed by Mexico (13%) and Cuba (8%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 53 buyer countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 539% on the year.
What is the average export price of whole milk powder sweetened per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.58 per kg in 2024, 33% below the world average of $3.84 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 whole milk powder sweetened from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $9.0 million in 2017 to $23.0 million in 2024, an increase of 157%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also import whole milk powder sweetened?
Yes. The United States imported $658 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United Kingdom, the Netherlands and Latvia. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $22.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for whole milk powder sweetened?
The HS code for whole milk powder sweetened is subheading 0402.29. 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 0402 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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