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U.S.: Brazil Nut Market 2025

Brazil Nut Market Size in the U.S.

In 2021, the U.S. brazil nut market increased by 176% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, consumption continues to indicate a strong expansion. Brazil nut consumption peaked in 2021 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Brazil Nut Exports

Exports from the U.S.

In 2021, exports of brazil nuts from the United States soared to X tons, increasing by 134% compared with the year before. In general, exports continue to indicate a prominent expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when exports increased by 290% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, brazil nut exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, exports continue to indicate a strong expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of 299% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Spain (X tons) was the main destination for brazil nut exports from the United States, accounting for a 48% share of total exports. Moreover, brazil nut exports to Spain exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Japan (X tons), twofold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Canada (X tons), with a 12% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Spain stood at +33.8%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Japan (+53.1% per year) and Canada (-14.7% per year).

In value terms, Spain ($X) remains the key foreign market for brazil nut exports from the United States, comprising 49% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Japan ($X), with a 22% share of total exports. It was followed by Canada, with an 8.7% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Spain totaled +27.6%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Japan (+62.6% per year) and Canada (-16.9% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average brazil nut export price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 17% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.4%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the average export price increased by 31%. The export price peaked in 2021 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Japan ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Canada ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Germany (+6.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Brazil Nut Imports

Imports into the U.S.

In 2021, supplies from abroad of brazil nuts increased by 193% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. Overall, imports posted a prominent expansion. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, brazil nut imports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a slight setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 71%. Imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Brazil (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of brazil nut to the United States, with a 84% share of total imports. Moreover, brazil nut imports from Brazil exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Nigeria (X tons), fivefold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Brazil stood at +12.3%.

In value terms, Brazil ($X) constituted the largest supplier of brazil nut to the United States, comprising 95% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Nigeria ($X), with a 4.8% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Brazil totaled -1.7%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average brazil nut import price amounted to $X per ton, declining by -47.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price faced a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 an increase of 203%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was Brazil ($X per ton), while the price for Nigeria amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Brazil (-12.5%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for brazil nuts in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of brazil nut consumption in 2021 were Bolivia, Brazil and Indonesia, with a combined 71% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Peru, Spain, Afghanistan and Benin, which together accounted for a further 19%.

What are the largest producers of brazil nuts in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of brazil nut production in 2021 were Brazil, Bolivia and Indonesia, together accounting for 76% of global production. These countries were followed by Peru, Afghanistan, Spain and Benin, which together accounted for a further 18%.

What are the leading suppliers of brazil nuts to the U.S.?

In value terms, Brazil constituted the largest supplier of brazil nut to the United States, comprising 95% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Nigeria, with a 4.8% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of brazil nuts from the U.S.?

In value terms, Spain remains the key foreign market for brazil nut exports from the United States, comprising 49% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Japan, with a 22% share of total exports. It was followed by Canada, with an 8.8% share.

What is the average export price for brazil nuts in the U.S.?

In 2021, the average brazil nut export price amounted to $3,872 per ton, surging by 9.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for brazil nuts in the U.S.?

The average brazil nut import price stood at $2,860 per ton in 2021, picking up by 3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the brazil nut market in the U.S.. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

FCL 216 - Brazil nuts

Country coverage:

United States

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in the U.S.
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
5. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Yield And Growth
16. Exports And Growth
17. Export Prices And Growth
18. Market Size And Growth
19. Per Capita Consumption
20. Imports And Growth
21. Import Prices
22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
24. Area Harvested, 2012–2024
25. Yield, 2012–2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024