India
U.S. Trade with India in 2024
Export Market Rank
#12 Among U.S. Agricultural Export Markets
Total Export Value
$2.25 Billion
3-Year Average
$2.14 Billion
Compound Average Growth
6% (2015-2024)
Total Export Value 2015 - 2024
Export Value by Commodity 2024
Top 10 Exports to India in 2024
| Commodity | Total Value (USD) | Total Volume (Metric Tons) | 10-Year Average Value (USD) | 10-Year Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tree Nuts | $1.12 Billion | 274,649 | $836.22 Million | 84% |
| Ethanol (non-bev.) | $420.89 Million | --- | $246.6 Million | 477% |
| Cotton | $209 Million | 76,439 | $300.08 Million | 82% |
| Pulses | $73.41 Million | 84,437 | $49.36 Million | -46% |
| Essential Oils | $67.19 Million | 2,085 | $36.56 Million | 230% |
| Dairy Products | $52.65 Million | 15,810 | $39.22 Million | 230% |
| Other Intermediate Products | $51.27 Million | 10,165 | $45.97 Million | 26% |
| Other Feeds, Meals & Fodders | $43.73 Million | 15,998 | $21.83 Million | 197% |
| Fresh Fruit | $40.07 Million | 40,255 | $63.61 Million | -64% |
| Soybean Oil | $37.53 Million | 34,069 | $36.36 Million | 47578% |
Data and Analysis
On January 6, 2026, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) updated its policy for implementing labeling amendments. Now, all changes to labeling and display regulations as well as updates to labeling provisions in other Food Safety and Standards regulations, will take effect annually on July 1.
India maintains a complex regulatory framework for food and agricultural imports, governed by multiple agencies, including the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), and the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare.
This report identifies certificate requirements for U.S. food and agricultural products destined for India. Of note, effective August 31, 2024, India requires mandatory registration of foreign food manufacturing facilities that intend to export fish and fish products.
News and Features
Private exporters reported sales of 23,000 MT of soybean oil for delivery to India during MY 2024/2025.
Private exporters reported the following sales activities for MY 2024/2025: 30,000 MT of soybean oil for delivery to India, 261,264 MT of soybeans for delivery to Mexico, 135,000 MT of soybean cake and meal for delivery to the Philippines.
Private exporters report sales to China, India, Mexico, and unknown destinations.