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Fresh Lime Market Overview 2026

HS Code
080550
Last Updated
2026-04-04
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
  • Fresh Lime market coverage spans 140 countries.
  • 911 exporter companies and 1,099 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
  • 10,932 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
  • 1 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
  • Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 0.
  • Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
  • Page data last updated on 2026-04-04.

Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Fresh Lime

Analyze 10,932 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Fresh Lime.

Fresh Lime Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum

Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Fresh Lime to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Fresh Lime: Italy (-51.2%), Vietnam (+42.5%), Thailand (-41.6%).

Fresh Lime Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary

As of 2025-05, benchmark Fresh Lime country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Fresh Lime transaction unit prices: Pakistan (3.73 USD / kg), Spain (2.81 USD / kg), Netherlands (2.65 USD / kg), Thailand (2.50 USD / kg), Poland (2.43 USD / kg), 12 more countries.
CountryYoY ChangeTransaction Count2025-052025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-04
Mexico-18.3%3,4741.56 USD / kg (4,068,600.706 kg)1.17 USD / kg (4,044,299.104 kg)1.07 USD / kg (5,860,301.205 kg)1.27 USD / kg (8,864,688.888 kg)1.27 USD / kg (9,651,573.128 kg)0.91 USD / kg (4,921,986.332 kg)
Colombia+11.9%4,4211.41 USD / kg (9,967,567.978 kg)1.29 USD / kg (8,161,170.599 kg)1.23 USD / kg (8,093,504.821 kg)1.32 USD / kg (11,161,280.804 kg)1.32 USD / kg (13,014,272.888 kg)1.32 USD / kg (9,723,762.605 kg)
India-18.6%8701.55 USD / kg (193,427.49 kg)1.19 USD / kg (166,161.685 kg)1.14 USD / kg (8,765.868 kg)1.18 USD / kg (17,170.848 kg)1.20 USD / kg (21,396.396 kg)1.18 USD / kg (11,005.28 kg)
Peru-1.9%3621.05 USD / kg (727,611 kg)1.21 USD / kg (225,178 kg)0.81 USD / kg (163,410 kg)1.20 USD / kg (355,126 kg)1.17 USD / kg (478,308 kg)1.20 USD / kg (621,259 kg)
Honduras-32.8%245- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)0.89 USD / kg (640,676 kg)0.82 USD / kg (1,247,012 kg)
Kazakhstan-40.4%880.83 USD / kg (13,408 kg)0.66 USD / kg (16,216 kg)0.49 USD / kg (22,710 kg)0.20 USD / kg (28,450 kg)0.32 USD / kg (69,335 kg)0.17 USD / kg (15,605 kg)
Guatemala-17.9%78- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)1.20 USD / kg (475,210 kg)1.20 USD / kg (589,770 kg)
Brazil-10.1%56- (-)- (-)1.05 USD / kg (2,880 kg)- (-)1.03 USD / kg (285,452 kg)0.60 USD / kg (702 kg)
Italy-51.2%24- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)1.00 USD / kg (23,420 kg)- (-)
China+26.3%220.89 USD / kg (5,956 kg)- (-)0.50 USD / kg (617.5 kg)0.70 USD / kg (632 kg)- (-)0.57 USD / kg (492 kg)
Fresh Lime Global Supply Chain Coverage
2,010 companies
911 exporters and 1,099 importers are mapped for Fresh Lime.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Fresh Lime, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.

Fresh Lime Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals

911 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Fresh Lime. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.

Fresh Lime Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners

1 premium Fresh Lime suppliers include country, industry, and contactability signals to prioritize credible export partners faster.
Hars & Hagebauer B.V.
Netherlands
Food ManufacturingFood WholesalersFood Packaging
Become a Premium Supplier to join the Tridge Supply Chain Network and advance your marketing and export channel strategy.

Fresh Lime Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles

Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 911 total exporter companies in the Fresh Lime supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Colombia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-11
Recently Export Partner Companies: 3
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesCrop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingDistribution / WholesaleTrade
(Brazil)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-06
Recently Export Partner Companies: 4
Industries: Food Services And Drinking PlacesCrop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingRetail
(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-11-03
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-04
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesOthersFreight Forwarding And Intermodal
Value Chain Roles: TradeLogisticsDistribution / Wholesale
(Colombia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-08-13
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
(Brazil)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-13
Recently Export Partner Companies: 3
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood PackagingCrop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingFarming / Production / Processing / PackingTrade
Fresh Lime Global Exporter Coverage
911 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Fresh Lime supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Fresh Lime opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.

Top Exporting Countries for Fresh Lime (HS Code 080550) in 2024

For Fresh Lime in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
RankCountryVolumeValueReport
1Mexico729,108,922 kg844,149,863 USDView →
2Spain673,465,174.35 kg842,047,519.208 USDView →
3Netherlands210,309,826 kg383,684,738.748 USDView →
4Turkiye577,445,280 kg361,470,038 USDView →
5South Africa279,020,497.363 kg333,291,575.859 USDView →
6Brazil175,821,714.802 kg195,138,828 USDView →
7United States114,633,016 kg187,567,949 USDView →
8Egypt82,076,244.506 kg98,040,542.291 USDView →
9Chile102,601,129.6 kg96,154,513.562 USDView →
10Argentina164,576,446 kg95,745,550.22 USDView →

Fresh Lime Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary

Track Fresh Lime exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.

Fresh Lime Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks

1,099 importer companies are mapped for Fresh Lime demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.

Fresh Lime Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners

Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 1,099 total importer companies tracked for Fresh Lime. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-04-19
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Panama)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Netherlands)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: OthersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Portugal)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-21
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food Services And Drinking PlacesFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-05-06
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: OthersFreight Forwarding And Intermodal
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
1,099 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Fresh Lime.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Fresh Lime buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.

Top Import Demand Countries for Fresh Lime (HS Code 080550) in 2024

For Fresh Lime in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
RankCountryVolumeValueReport
1United States971,943,173 kg1,153,442,712 USDView →
2Germany165,046,111.11 kg302,802,827.366 USDView →
3Netherlands203,341,724 kg276,001,313.155 USDView →
4United Kingdom154,005,253 kg187,893,369.462 USDView →
5Poland145,444,152 kg177,469,799 USDView →
6Canada119,193,615.944 kg155,503,004.096 USDView →
7Italy93,773,764 kg118,212,605.15 USDView →
8Japan45,204,296 kg88,346,615.429 USDView →
9Romania68,176,966.908 kg76,243,191.82 USDView →
10Ukraine58,570,926.96 kg74,893,553.15 USDView →

Fresh Lime Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary

Analyze Fresh Lime origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.

Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Fresh Lime

Fresh Lime Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country

Monthly Fresh Lime wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Fresh Lime wholesale unit prices: Thailand (1.72 USD / kg), Chile (1.31 USD / kg), Malaysia (0.91 USD / kg), Brazil (0.79 USD / kg), India (0.40 USD / kg).
Country2025-052025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-04
India0.80 USD / kg0.66 USD / kg0.50 USD / kg0.42 USD / kg0.41 USD / kg0.40 USD / kg
Brazil0.43 USD / kg0.47 USD / kg0.48 USD / kg0.63 USD / kg0.85 USD / kg0.79 USD / kg
Thailand-0.49 USD / kg0.49 USD / kg0.49 USD / kg0.91 USD / kg1.72 USD / kg
Malaysia0.96 USD / kg0.91 USD / kg0.84 USD / kg0.91 USD / kg0.89 USD / kg0.91 USD / kg
Chile1.12 USD / kg---1.92 USD / kg1.31 USD / kg

Fresh Lime Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries

Compare Fresh Lime wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 5 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
RankCountryAverageLowerUpperYoYReport
1India0.61 USD / kg0.02 USD / kg2.48 USD / kg+11.1%View →
2Brazil0.56 USD / kg0.19 USD / kg1.54 USD / kg-17.0%View →
3Thailand1.56 USD / kg0.37 USD / kg5.53 USD / kg-28.1%View →
4Malaysia0.91 USD / kg0.49 USD / kg1.90 USD / kg-View →
5Chile1.43 USD / kg0.97 USD / kg2.13 USD / kg-13.7%View →

Latest Fresh Lime Wholesale Export Price Updates

Use the latest 5 Fresh Lime wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
DateEntry NameUnit Price (USD) 
2026-03-01LIM* ****** ***** * ******* ******9.26 USD / kg
2026-03-01LIM* * ******** ******* ******** * ******** **** * * ******** ***** * ******* ***2.25 USD / kg
2026-03-01มะน******** *********** * ******** ***** ******** ********** ******8.82 USD / kg
2026-03-01LIM* ****** ****** * ******* ***********2.96 USD / kg
2026-03-01Lim*********** ***** * ******* ********* ****** **** ******** ** ** ******** ******* ************ ******** ******57.36 USD / kg

Classification

Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFresh
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product

Raw Material

Commodity GroupCitrus fruit
Scientific NameCitrus spp. (limes; commonly Citrus × latifolia and Citrus × aurantiifolia)
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
  • Tropical to subtropical climates; highly sensitive to cold/frost (limes are more cold-sensitive than many lemons).
Main VarietiesPersian/Tahiti lime (Citrus × latifolia), Key/Mexican lime (Citrus × aurantiifolia)
Consumption Forms
  • Fresh use (juice and zest) in beverages and culinary applications
  • Foodservice garnish and ingredient use
  • Processing into juice and flavor inputs (where applicable)
Grading Factors
  • External color (green retention vs. yellowing depending on target market)
  • Juice content (often used as a maturity/quality check)
  • Size and shape uniformity
  • Freedom from decay and rind defects (e.g., bruising, oil spotting, pitting/chilling injury)
Planting to HarvestAbout 3 to 4 years to begin producing under typical orchard management.

Market

Fresh lime is a globally traded citrus fruit used primarily for juice and zest in retail and foodservice, with trade shaped by the need to deliver green, blemish-free fruit under a controlled cold chain. Production spans tropical and subtropical regions; FAO has characterized Mexico and Brazil as major lime producers, while official production statistics commonly report “lemons and limes” as a combined category. International trade data at HS-6 often combines lemons and limes (HS 080550), so global trade totals can reflect both products rather than limes alone. Market dynamics are sensitive to citrus greening (HLB), weather variability in key origins, and postharvest handling choices that affect green color retention and decay.
Major Producing Countries
  • MexicoIdentified by FAO as a major lime producer; structurally important origin for fresh-lime export supply.
  • BrazilIdentified by FAO as a major lime producer (notably Tahiti/Persian lime in export channels).
  • IndiaMajor producer within the FAOSTAT “lemons and limes” reporting category; much supply is oriented to domestic markets.
Major Exporting Countries
  • MexicoFAO describes Mexico as the leading exporter of fresh limes; UN Comtrade (via WITS) also shows Mexico among top exporters in the combined lemons-and-limes HS category.
  • SpainTop exporter in UN Comtrade (via WITS) for the combined lemons-and-limes HS category; exports are often lemon-heavy within the combined code.
  • TurkiyeMajor exporter in UN Comtrade (via WITS) for the combined lemons-and-limes HS category.
  • South AfricaMajor exporter in UN Comtrade (via WITS) for the combined lemons-and-limes HS category.
  • NetherlandsProminent exporter in UN Comtrade (via WITS) for the combined lemons-and-limes HS category, reflecting EU re-export and distribution roles.
Major Importing Countries
  • United StatesLargest import market by value and volume in UN Comtrade (via WITS) for the combined lemons-and-limes HS category.
  • GermanyAmong the largest importers in UN Comtrade (via WITS) for the combined lemons-and-limes HS category.
  • NetherlandsAmong the largest importers in UN Comtrade (via WITS) for the combined lemons-and-limes HS category; key redistribution hub.
  • FranceAmong the largest importers in UN Comtrade (via WITS) for the combined lemons-and-limes HS category.
  • United KingdomSignificant importer in UN Comtrade (via WITS) for the combined lemons-and-limes HS category.

Specification

Major VarietiesPersian/Tahiti lime (Citrus × latifolia; typically seedless), Key/Mexican lime (Citrus × aurantiifolia; typically smaller and more aromatic)
Physical Attributes
  • Mature-green limes typically have longer postharvest life than fruit harvested yellow.
  • Ethylene exposure accelerates loss of green color (degreening), which is undesirable in markets preferring green limes.
  • Susceptible to chilling injury if held below about 10°C for extended periods (pitting and rind browning).
  • Handling-related rind disorders (e.g., oil spotting/oleocellosis) can affect marketability.
Compositional Metrics
  • Juice content by volume of about 30% or higher is cited as a maturity/quality index in postharvest programs.
Grades
  • UNECE Fresh Fruit and Vegetables (FFV) standards provide class/defect tolerance frameworks commonly referenced in export transactions for citrus.

Supply Chain

Value Chain
  • Harvest (targeting mature-green fruit) → packhouse sorting/grading → washing/sanitation → carton packing → cold storage and refrigerated transport → wholesale distribution → retail/foodservice
Temperature
  • Recommended storage/transport temperatures are typically about 10–13°C with high relative humidity (about 90–95%), adjusted by cultivar and intended storage duration.
  • Temperatures below about 10°C increase the risk of chilling injury.
Atmosphere Control
  • Ethylene management (avoiding exposure and removing ethylene in storage areas) can help retain green color.
  • Controlled-atmosphere ranges around 5–10% O₂ and 0–10% CO₂ are cited as slowing senescence/green loss, while excessively low O₂ and/or high CO₂ can cause injury and quality defects.
Shelf Life
  • Under recommended conditions, limes can be stored and transported for up to roughly 6–8 weeks, depending on cultivar, harvest maturity, and transit duration.

Risks

Plant Disease HighCitrus greening (Huanglongbing, HLB) is widely described as one of the most serious citrus diseases globally: it has no cure, reduces yield and fruit quality, and can lead to tree decline/death, with spread driven in part by the Asian citrus psyllid and movement of infected planting material.Prioritize certified disease-free planting material, vector monitoring/control, and strong quarantine/sanitation protocols across nurseries and orchards.
Climate MediumHeat, drought, and erratic rainfall in major producing regions can reduce yields and increase quality variability, tightening exportable supply and increasing price volatility in import-dependent markets.Diversify sourcing across multiple origins and seasons; monitor origin-level climate signals and adjust procurement lead times and specs.
Trade Concentration MediumTrade flows are concentrated into large import markets (notably the United States in UN Comtrade/WITS for the combined lemons-and-limes category), and the U.S. supply chain relies heavily on Mexico for this combined category; disruptions in a dominant origin can quickly affect availability and pricing.Qualify secondary suppliers and routes (e.g., multiple Latin American origins and ports) and maintain contingency logistics plans for peak-demand periods.
Postharvest Quality MediumCold-chain mismanagement can trigger chilling injury (below ~10°C) and quality loss; ethylene exposure accelerates loss of green color and can shorten commercial windows, increasing shrink and claims in long-distance trade.Set and audit temperature/RH setpoints end-to-end, manage ethylene exposure, and use condition monitoring (data loggers) for long transits.

FAQ

Which countries are the largest import markets for fresh limes in global trade data?At HS-6, lemons and limes are often combined (HS 080550), so trade rankings typically reflect both products. In UN Comtrade data presented by the World Bank WITS for the “lemons and limes, fresh or dried” category (HS 1988/92 code 080530), the United States is the largest importer in 2023, with major import markets in Europe including Germany, the Netherlands, France, and the United Kingdom.
What is the single biggest global risk to lime supply?Citrus greening (Huanglongbing, HLB) is a major global risk because it is described by plant-health authorities as one of the most serious citrus diseases, has no cure, and can cause severe yield and quality losses and tree decline, with spread linked to the Asian citrus psyllid and movement of infected plant material.
What cold-chain conditions are commonly recommended for shipping and storing fresh limes?Postharvest guidance commonly cites about 10–13°C storage/transport with high relative humidity (about 90–95%), with strong caution that extended exposure below about 10°C increases chilling-injury risk. Guidance also notes that ethylene exposure accelerates loss of green color and that controlled-atmosphere settings in moderate ranges can slow senescence but overly low oxygen or high carbon dioxide can cause injury.

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