Derived Products
Dried Borage Flower
HS Code
060319
Last Updated
2026-06-11
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Fresh Borage Flower market coverage spans 126 countries.
- 387 exporter companies and 255 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 1,381 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 12 countries.
- 0 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 2026-06-11.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Fresh Borage Flower
Analyze 1,381 supplier-linked transactions across the top 12 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Fresh Borage Flower.
Fresh Borage Flower Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Fresh Borage Flower to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Fresh Borage Flower: Mexico (-16.6%), Uzbekistan (+14.8%), Germany (+14.2%).
Fresh Borage Flower Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-07, benchmark Fresh Borage Flower country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-12, countries with visible Fresh Borage Flower transaction unit prices: Germany (13.05 USD / kg), Ecuador (7.76 USD / kg), United Arab Emirates (6.50 USD / kg), China (5.50 USD / kg), Colombia (2.64 USD / kg), 3 more countries.
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | -2.1% | 37 | 6.51 USD / kg (123.07 kg) | 6.60 USD / kg (122.05 kg) | 6.60 USD / kg (82.73 kg) | 6.60 USD / kg (81.39 kg) | 6.60 USD / kg (27.22 kg) | 6.50 USD / kg (96.2 kg) | ||||||
| Uzbekistan | +14.8% | 6 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 1.73 USD / kg (429 kg) | ||||||
| Ecuador | -12.5% | 773 | 5.14 USD / kg (11,189.76 kg) | 5.98 USD / kg (6,408.07 kg) | 7.20 USD / kg (16,274.598 kg) | 8.63 USD / kg (6,564.83 kg) | 8.85 USD / kg (6,078.49 kg) | 7.76 USD / kg (8,929.32 kg) | ||||||
| Colombia | -1.0% | 146 | 2.24 USD / kg (5,373.26 kg) | 2.05 USD / kg (3,805.09 kg) | 1.86 USD / kg (7,752.72 kg) | 2.09 USD / kg (6,891.28 kg) | 2.50 USD / kg (1,036.7 kg) | 2.64 USD / kg (1,225.9 kg) | ||||||
| Brazil | +13.5% | 98 | 1.98 USD / kg (755 kg) | 1.98 USD / kg (145 kg) | 2.07 USD / kg (2,340 kg) | 2.15 USD / kg (1,580 kg) | 2.18 USD / kg (1,450 kg) | 2.11 USD / kg (1,915 kg) | ||||||
| China | +14.2% | 95 | 5.48 USD / kg (4,129 kg) | 2.05 USD / kg (28,202 kg) | 4.51 USD / kg (6,471.69 kg) | 5.13 USD / kg (1,616.72 kg) | 6.40 USD / kg (799 kg) | 5.50 USD / kg (3,385 kg) | ||||||
| Vietnam | - | 63 | - (-) | - (-) | 0.46 USD / kg (662,000 kg) | 0.46 USD / kg (437,000 kg) | 0.46 USD / kg (508,500 kg) | 0.46 USD / kg (474,500 kg) | ||||||
| Germany | +14.2% | 25 | 24.93 USD / kg (3.9 kg) | 25.01 USD / kg (39.13 kg) | 7.55 USD / kg (45.61 kg) | 12.77 USD / kg (24.4 kg) | 9.26 USD / kg (30.51 kg) | 13.05 USD / kg (15.65 kg) | ||||||
| Netherlands | -11.8% | 131 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 5.60 USD / kg (-) | 5.60 USD / kg (32,196.3 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Poland | - | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 5.60 USD / kg (2,128 kg) | - (-) |
Fresh Borage Flower Global Supply Chain Coverage
642 companies
387 exporters and 255 importers are mapped for Fresh Borage Flower.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Fresh Borage Flower, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Fresh Borage Flower Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
387 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Fresh Borage Flower. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Fresh Borage Flower Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 387 total exporter companies in the Fresh Borage Flower supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-16
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Logistics
(Latvia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-11
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Crop ProductionFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
(Austria)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-11
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingTrade
(Latvia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-11
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Crop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingTrade
(Austria)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-11
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesCrop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood PackagingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingTrade
(Ecuador)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-16
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingOthers
Fresh Borage Flower Global Exporter Coverage
387 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Fresh Borage Flower supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Top Exporting Countries for Fresh Borage Flower (HS Code 060319) in 2024
For Fresh Borage Flower in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Netherlands | 386,208,863.919 kg | 2,729,292,744.151 USD |
| 2 | Ecuador | 27,335,098.326 kg | 192,455,704.544 USD |
| 3 | Canada | 9,980,593.659 kg | 110,841,242.634 USD |
| 4 | Italy | 10,772,712 kg | 97,703,961.095 USD |
| 5 | South Africa | 4,572,356.627 kg | 50,779,112.704 USD |
| 6 | United Kingdom | 4,858,462.18 kg | 21,462,930.78 USD |
| 7 | Poland | 3,195,877 kg | 19,970,084 USD |
| 8 | Belgium | 1,923,827.69 kg | 17,829,136.563 USD |
| 9 | Spain | 4,255,988.34 kg | 17,478,518.314 USD |
| 10 | Germany | 1,627,980 kg | 15,575,318.439 USD |
Fresh Borage Flower Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Fresh Borage Flower Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
255 importer companies are mapped for Fresh Borage Flower demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Fresh Borage Flower Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 255 total importer companies tracked for Fresh Borage Flower. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Kazakhstan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-11
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Ukraine)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-11
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Paraguay)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-11
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(United Arab Emirates)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-11
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Crop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: -
(Ukraine)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-27
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Animal ProductionCrop Production
Value Chain Roles: -
(Ukraine)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-11
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
255 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Fresh Borage Flower.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Fresh Borage Flower (HS Code 060319) in 2024
For Fresh Borage Flower in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Germany | 109,307,864.805 kg | 789,403,719.491 USD |
| 2 | United States | 80,978,989.645 kg | 729,355,126 USD |
| 3 | Netherlands | 42,803,822.983 kg | 360,573,703.542 USD |
| 4 | United Kingdom | 33,601,021 kg | 273,703,194.079 USD |
| 5 | Switzerland | 10,626,900.854 kg | 125,133,844.879 USD |
| 6 | Denmark | 6,016,801 kg | 72,686,787.196 USD |
| 7 | Poland | 10,227,199.939 kg | 72,331,483 USD |
| 8 | Czechia | 7,404,764.291 kg | 60,506,775 USD |
| 9 | Romania | 7,477,155.252 kg | 56,862,974.72 USD |
| 10 | Belgium | 6,292,709.8 kg | 51,415,619.633 USD |
Fresh Borage Flower Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Fresh Borage Flower
Fresh Borage Flower Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Fresh Borage Flower wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-12, countries with visible Fresh Borage Flower wholesale unit prices: Portugal (6.53 USD / kg), Taiwan (5.70 USD / kg).
Fresh Borage Flower Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
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Latest Fresh Borage Flower Wholesale Export Price Updates
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| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-01 | Gip********************* ********************* * ******* ************ ***** ***** * ***** | 5.87 USD / kg | |
| 2026-05-01 | Gip********************* ********************* * ******* ******* ******** * ***** | 8.82 USD / kg | |
| 2026-03-01 | 進口風** * ***** **** | 0.71 USD / kg | |
| 2025-12-01 | 進口藍** * ***** **** | 3.24 USD / kg | |
| 2025-12-01 | 進口藍** * ***** **** | 9.57 USD / kg |
Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFresh
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupCulinary herb (edible flower)
Scientific NameBorago officinalis L.
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
- Annual species native to the western and central Mediterranean; grows primarily in temperate biomes
- RHS cultivation guidance: grows in reasonably drained soils in full sun or partial shade; dislikes transplanting
Main VarietiesBorago officinalis (blue-flowered form), Borago officinalis 'Alba' (white-flowered form)
Consumption Forms
- Fresh edible flowers used as garnish and in beverages; cucumber-like flavor noted in extension guidance
Grading Factors
- Visual quality (color retention, no wilting or dehydration)
- Intact petals with minimal bruising/compression damage
- Freedom from decay, foreign matter, and pest damage
Market
Fresh borage flower (Borago officinalis) is a niche, premium edible-flower item traded primarily through short, refrigerated supply chains because the blossoms are extremely delicate and lose quality quickly. The species is native to the western and central Mediterranean and is widely introduced elsewhere, so cultivation can occur across many temperate markets, typically close to end-consumption (restaurants, specialty retail). Published global production and trade statistics are limited because borage flowers are rarely tracked as a distinct commodity in major public datasets. Commercial viability in international channels is therefore driven more by postharvest handling discipline (rapid chilling, cold-chain continuity, packaging) than by large-scale origin dominance.
Market GrowthNot Mentioned
Supply Calendar
- United Kingdom (outdoor production):Jun, Jul, AugRHS describes flowering over a long period in summer; supply timing varies by latitude and whether grown under protection.
Specification
Major VarietiesBlue-flowered borage (typical form), White borage ('Alba')
Physical Attributes
- Star-shaped flowers; bright blue in the typical form, with ~2 cm flowers reported by RHS for Borago officinalis
- Very delicate petals prone to bruising, dehydration, and rapid senescence; visual quality loss is the primary commercial failure mode for fresh edible flowers
- Characteristic cucumber-like flavor reported for borage flowers in extension guidance
Packaging
- Small-format retail packs (e.g., rigid clamshell/punnet-style packs) are common for edible flowers to protect petals from compression damage
- Research on edible flowers (including borage) commonly evaluates refrigerated storage using sealed polymer bags and/or modified-atmosphere approaches to reduce dehydration and slow senescence
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Harvest blossoms as they open -> gentle sorting for visual quality -> rapid chilling -> pack in protective small-format packs -> refrigerated distribution to foodservice/specialty retail
Demand Drivers
- Culinary use as an edible flower with a cucumber-like flavor profile (garnish and beverage applications)
Temperature
- Low-temperature storage and transport is critical for edible flowers; postharvest literature recommends cold storage (e.g., below 5°C) to slow respiration and senescence
- For borage specifically, published postharvest research found flowers stored at 0–5°C remained marketable for about 1 week under the tested packaging conditions
Atmosphere Control
- Modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) approaches are used in edible-flower research and commercial trials to reduce dehydration and extend usable shelf life; suitability depends on species and pack design
Shelf Life
- Extremely short shelf life without strict cold-chain control; rapid wilting, dehydration, and discoloration drive high shrink risk
- Under refrigerated storage (0–5°C) in published trials, borage flowers were marketable for roughly one week
Risks
Shelf Life Limitation HighFresh borage flowers are among the most perishable fresh horticultural products: quality loss is rapid and strongly temperature-dependent, which constrains long-distance trade and makes shipments highly vulnerable to any cold-chain interruption. Peer-reviewed postharvest work on edible flowers reported borage remained marketable for about one week when stored at 0–5°C, underscoring the narrow commercial window.Operate a harvest-to-order model, use rapid chilling, maintain continuous refrigeration through distribution, and use protective packaging (and where validated, MAP) to reduce dehydration and mechanical damage.
Food Safety MediumEdible flowers are often consumed raw, increasing sensitivity to microbiological contamination from pre-harvest water/soil and postharvest handling. Peer-reviewed literature highlights that edible flowers can carry indicator organisms and pathogens (e.g., Staphylococcus aureus and, depending on supply-chain hygiene, other hazards), making GAP/GHP/HACCP execution critical for market access and buyer acceptance.Apply Codex-aligned hygiene controls (GAP/GHP), use potable-quality inputs, minimize handling, validate sanitation steps that do not damage petals, and implement supplier verification and finished-product testing proportional to risk.
Regulatory Compliance MediumPesticide residue compliance is a common trade friction point for specialty crops and edible flowers because allowable uses and MRLs can vary by destination market and can change frequently. Exporters may face challenges where pesticides are not explicitly labeled for edible-flower use, increasing the risk of non-compliant residues and border rejection.Confirm destination-market MRLs and approved uses before application, maintain spray records, use residue testing as a release gate for export lots, and align with Codex and key-import-market tolerances where applicable.
Natural Toxins MediumBorage is in the Boraginaceae family, a group that includes pyrrolizidine alkaloid (PA)-producing plants. EFSA has assessed PAs in the food chain as a potential health concern (notably for frequent exposure in certain plant-derived products), creating reputational and regulatory scrutiny risk for PA-producing botanicals and products derived from them.Use documented, food-grade supply intended for edible-flower consumption (not ornamental), provide buyer-facing guidance on intended use/portioning, and consider targeted analytical monitoring and supplier specifications where PA risk is a buyer concern.
Sustainability
- High food loss/waste risk driven by extreme perishability and tight cold-chain dependence (quality failures translate quickly into unsaleable product)
- Packaging footprint risk (small protective packs and MAP films commonly used for edible flowers to reduce mechanical damage and dehydration)
FAQ
How long do fresh borage flowers keep under refrigeration?Published postharvest research on edible flowers reported that borage flowers stored at 0–5°C remained marketable for about one week under the tested packaging conditions. In practice, any break in refrigeration or moisture control can shorten usable life quickly because the petals dehydrate and wilt easily.
What storage temperature range is used to preserve quality in fresh borage flowers?Edible-flower postharvest literature emphasizes low-temperature storage (for example, below 5°C) to slow respiration and senescence, and borage-specific trials evaluated marketability at 0–5°C. The key operational point is continuous cold-chain control from harvest through delivery.
What are the key food safety concerns for edible borage flowers in trade?Because edible flowers are commonly eaten raw, hygiene and microbial control are central concerns; peer-reviewed literature highlights that edible flowers can carry problematic microbes when production and handling are inadequate. In addition, borage belongs to a plant family associated with pyrrolizidine alkaloids, which EFSA has assessed as a chemical-contaminant concern in parts of the food chain, so buyers may also scrutinize chemical safety and compliance documentation.
Sources
Fresh Borage Flower Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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Democratic Republic of the Congo
Netherlands
United States
Colombia
Germany
Turkiye
China
United Kingdom
Vietnam
Japan
Kenya
France
All country market pages: Democratic Republic of the Congo, Netherlands, United States, Colombia, Germany, Turkiye, China, United Kingdom, Vietnam, Japan, Kenya, France, India, Italy, Ecuador, Spain, Greece, Latvia, Uruguay, South Africa, Kuwait, Lithuania, Poland, Ethiopia, Argentina, Canada, Australia, South Korea, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Indonesia, Brazil, Uzbekistan, Switzerland, Malaysia, Czechia, Iran, Thailand, Denmark, Ireland, Morocco, Oman, Romania, Austria, Belgium, Sweden, Norway, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Finland, Chile, United Arab Emirates, Kazakhstan, Portugal, Slovakia, Tanzania, Armenia, Singapore, Hungary, Saudi Arabia, Ukraine, Egypt, Slovenia, Croatia, Zimbabwe, Bulgaria, Moldova, Hong Kong, Mauritius, Estonia, Qatar, Panama, Serbia, Andorra, Albania, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Bahrain, Benin, Bermuda, Brunei, Botswana, Ivory Coast, Cuba, Cyprus, Dominican Republic, Gabon, Honduras, Israel, Iceland, Jamaica, Jordan, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, Laos, Sri Lanka, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Montenegro, Macedonia, Myanmar [Burma], Mongolia, Macao, Malta, Maldives, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Nicaragua, Nepal, Philippines, Pakistan, Paraguay, Senegal, El Salvador, Swaziland, Togo, Tunisia, Taiwan, Uganda, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Zambia
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