Whole milk powder unsweetened imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of whole milk powder unsweetened by the United States reached $93.5 million in 2024 (18.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 23% 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 .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $93.5M | 18.2K t |
| 2023 | $75.9M | 22.4K t |
| 2022 | $70.2M | 9.5K t |
| 2021 | $45.1M | 11.3K t |
| 2020 | $66.3M | 8.6K t |
| 2019 | $42.5M | 13.7K t |
| 2018 | $33.2M | 6.4K t |
| 2017 | $36.9M | 6.4K t |
Where the United States imports whole milk powder unsweetened from
One supplier dominates: Mexico accounted for 60% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $56.1M | 60% |
| Netherlands | $17.4M | 19% |
| New Zealand | $6.9M | 7.4% |
| Chile | $4.2M | 4.5% |
| Denmark | $2.3M | 2.5% |
| Malaysia | $2.1M | 2.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $640K | 0.7% |
| Costa Rica | $598K | 0.6% |
| Venezuela | $499K | 0.5% |
| Thailand | $386K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.13 per kg, 31% above the world average of $3.91. 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.
Whole milk powder unsweetened exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported whole milk powder unsweetened worth $80.3 million (20.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Peru (49%), Canada (14%), Cuba (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Cuba grew fastest (+485% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Peru | $39.0M | 49% |
| Canada | $11.6M | 14% |
| Cuba | $6.8M | 8.5% |
| Mexico | $4.8M | 6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $3.5M | 4.4% |
| Dominican Republic | $2.6M | 3.2% |
| South Korea | $2.5M | 3.2% |
| Colombia | $1.0M | 1.3% |
| Bahamas | $716K | 0.9% |
| Guatemala | $633K | 0.8% |
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 0402.21: Dairy produce: milk and cream, concentrated, not 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 unsweetened imported by the United States?
The United States imported whole milk powder unsweetened worth $93.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 18.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 214 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply whole milk powder unsweetened to the United States?
Mexico was the largest supplier with 60% of the value ($56.1 million), followed by the Netherlands (19%) and New Zealand (7%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 46 supplier countries in total. Venezuela grew fastest among the top ten, up 282% on the year.
What is the average import price of whole milk powder unsweetened per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.13 per kg in 2024, 31% above the world average of $3.91 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 whole milk powder unsweetened to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $36.9 million in 2017 to $93.5 million in 2024, an increase of 154%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export whole milk powder unsweetened?
Yes. The United States exported $80.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Peru, Canada and Cuba. That compares with imports of $93.5 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for whole milk powder unsweetened?
The HS code for whole milk powder unsweetened is subheading 0402.21. 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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