Live Animals
U.S. Live Animals Exports in 2023
Total Export Value
$1.12 Billion
3-Year Average
$1.16 Billion
Compound Average Growth
2% (2014-2023)
| Market | Total Value (USD) |
|---|---|
| Canada | $518.13 Million |
| Mexico | $137.53 Million |
| European Union | $70.42 Million |
| Japan | $45.8 Million |
| Indonesia | $34.23 Million |
| China | $31.29 Million |
| Saudi Arabia | $30.1 Million |
| South Korea | $25.92 Million |
| Philippines | $23.96 Million |
| Thailand | $21.78 Million |
Data and Analysis
In recent years, and particularly in 2024, the Agricultural Trade Office (ATO) has received inquiries from local importers looking for U.S. ox gallstones - signaling an underlying demand for this byproduct in Hong Kong.
On January 30, 2024, Vietnam notified a draft Circular concerning the quarantine of terrestrial animals and their products to the World Trade Organization (WTO).
In March 2021, Kazakhstan put in place a ban on breeding cattle and ram exports. The ban remains in place. An annual, per operation export quota has been added for exports of bulls of 12-months of age or older and rams of 6-months of age or older; the quota is regularly updated.