HS 270300

Peat (Including Peat Litter), Whether or Not Agglomerated

U.S. imports of peat (including peat litter), whether or not agglomerated (HS 270300) totaled $26.7M in April 2026, traded with 16 countries.

Last updated: April 2026 data

Peat's dominant commercial role in the US market is as a horticultural growing medium — sphagnum peat moss is a foundational component of potting mixes and soil amendments — though it also serves as a fuel and animal bedding (peat litter) in some applications. All forms, agglomerated or not, enter under a single tariff line, 2703000000. Canada is by far the leading supplier, with Latvia, Estonia, Denmark, and Lithuania rounding out the top sources, reflecting the vast boreal and Baltic peat deposits that supply North American and European horticulture markets. Importers should be aware that peat products may be subject to USDA APHIS review depending on whether they contain plant material or soil organisms.

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Imports

$26.7M

from 16 countries · YTD: $112.7M

Exports: $2.2M

Deficit of $24.6M (net importer)

Trade balance: deficit of $24.6M (net importer)

YTD: $112.7M imported (April 2026)

4.8K shipments/month

Top Import Sources

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1CANADA$24.6M
92.5%
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Import Trend (12 months)

Monthly import values over time

Geographic Breakdown

CRUDE OIL FROM PETROLEUM AND BITUMINOUS MINERALS

HS 270900

$10.2B

PETROL OIL BITUM MINERAL (NT CRUD) ETC NT BIODIESL

HS 271019

$2.1B

NATURAL GAS, GASEOUS

HS 271121

$1.6B

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does USDA APHIS regulate peat imports into the US?

USDA APHIS may review peat imports, particularly sphagnum peat moss, because it can harbor plant pests or pathogens. Importers should verify current APHIS requirements and any applicable permits before shipment, as admissibility conditions can vary by origin country and product form. Consulting a licensed customs broker or APHIS directly is advisable given the complexity of plant-material admissibility rules.

What countries are the largest sources of peat imported into the US?

Canada dominates US peat imports by a wide margin, given its proximity and extensive boreal peat deposits. Latvia, Estonia, Denmark, and Lithuania are significant secondary suppliers, primarily serving the horticultural industry with sphagnum and sedge peat products.