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Barley Malt Market Overview 2026

Raw Materials
HS Code
110710
Last Updated
2026-03-30
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
  • Barley Malt market coverage spans 144 countries.
  • 926 exporter companies and 1,011 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
  • 11,901 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
  • 0 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
  • Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 5.
  • Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
  • Page data last updated on 2026-03-30.

Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Barley Malt

Analyze 11,901 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Barley Malt.

Barley Malt Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum

Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Barley Malt to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Barley Malt: Switzerland (-29.4%), China (-19.3%), United States (-16.9%).

Barley Malt Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary

As of 2025-05, benchmark Barley Malt country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Barley Malt transaction unit prices: United Kingdom (0.85 USD / kg), Germany (0.84 USD / kg), Poland (0.80 USD / kg), Mauritius (0.77 USD / kg), Switzerland (0.75 USD / kg), 15 more countries.
CountryYoY ChangeTransaction Count2025-052025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-04
Germany+13.6%1,9370.91 USD / kg (3,619,031.5 kg)0.85 USD / kg (2,614,456 kg)0.98 USD / kg (2,349,070.2 kg)0.98 USD / kg (3,048,529.73 kg)0.82 USD / kg (5,656,450 kg)0.84 USD / kg (5,149,370 kg)
Australia-11.4%9880.51 USD / kg (24,545,560.7 kg)0.51 USD / kg (11,654,520.6 kg)0.52 USD / kg (30,415,950 kg)0.48 USD / kg (19,356,840 kg)0.49 USD / kg (25,344,300 kg)0.48 USD / kg (36,499,960 kg)
United Kingdom+8.3%6521.09 USD / kg (1,176,380 kg)1.06 USD / kg (1,045,735 kg)0.95 USD / kg (1,859,146.48 kg)1.04 USD / kg (1,436,796.74 kg)0.88 USD / kg (1,884,765 kg)0.85 USD / kg (1,803,605 kg)
United States-16.9%4290.66 USD / kg (4,010,080.491 kg)0.58 USD / kg (1,621,684.4 kg)0.63 USD / kg (2,054,861.71 kg)0.61 USD / kg (1,276,817.42 kg)0.59 USD / kg (1,099,759.321 kg)0.62 USD / kg (3,766,664.271 kg)
China-19.3%4050.69 USD / kg (6,740,953.355 kg)0.50 USD / kg (4,600,880 kg)0.47 USD / kg (12,746,320 kg)0.48 USD / kg (13,861,770 kg)0.48 USD / kg (10,011,264 kg)0.47 USD / kg (20,141,892 kg)
Denmark-5.3%1400.66 USD / kg (1,210,494 kg)0.66 USD / kg (1,732,147 kg)0.75 USD / kg (731,147 kg)0.61 USD / kg (1,292,997 kg)0.68 USD / kg (1,780,532 kg)0.70 USD / kg (1,727,220 kg)
Argentina-14.9%2,0040.55 USD / kg (49,343,284 kg)0.48 USD / kg (93,450,813 kg)0.55 USD / kg (47,410,572 kg)0.54 USD / kg (43,019,958 kg)0.54 USD / kg (69,491,420 kg)0.47 USD / kg (53,081,495 kg)
Belgium+0.1%9310.68 USD / kg (9,546,521 kg)0.73 USD / kg (2,379,185 kg)0.70 USD / kg (16,772,345.79 kg)0.62 USD / kg (3,247,942 kg)0.60 USD / kg (5,094,249 kg)0.61 USD / kg (6,255,682 kg)
Chile-3.3%5410.79 USD / kg (1,880,320 kg)0.79 USD / kg (827,740 kg)0.62 USD / kg (1,676,900 kg)0.66 USD / kg (2,469,900 kg)0.67 USD / kg (2,599,925 kg)0.60 USD / kg (11,825,540 kg)
Netherlands-8.7%5330.70 USD / kg (1,027,796.67 kg)- (-)0.75 USD / kg (271,410 kg)0.73 USD / kg (483,120 kg)0.82 USD / kg (533,303.33 kg)0.69 USD / kg (1,685,010 kg)
Barley Malt Global Supply Chain Coverage
1,937 companies
926 exporters and 1,011 importers are mapped for Barley Malt.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Barley Malt, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.

Barley Malt Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals

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

Barley Malt Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles

Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 926 total exporter companies in the Barley Malt supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Argentina)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-22
Recently Export Partner Companies: 10
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Alcoholic Beverage ManufacturingBeverage Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingDistribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
(United Kingdom)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-28
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food PackagingFood ManufacturingOnline Retail And Fulfillment
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood Manufacturing
(Russia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-28
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Crop Production
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing
(Russia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-28
Recently Export Partner Companies: 3
Industries: Food WholesalersFood PackagingBeverage ManufacturingCrop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
(Thailand)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-06-25
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Food PackagingFood ManufacturingBeverage Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingDistribution / Wholesale
(Zimbabwe)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-28
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingAlcoholic Beverage Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingDistribution / Wholesale
Barley Malt Global Exporter Coverage
926 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Barley Malt supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Top Exporting Countries for Barley Malt (HS Code 110710) in 2024

For Barley Malt in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
RankCountryVolumeValueReport
1Belgium849,643,380.88 kg510,164,989.192 USDView →
2Canada554,915,792 kg386,831,899.431 USDView →
3Australia579,518,720 kg349,575,603.908 USDView →
4Argentina517,418,880 kg310,704,903.08 USDView →
5United States334,704,321 kg273,923,419 USDView →
6Germany381,165,380 kg264,496,527.806 USDView →
7Netherlands349,040,851 kg197,454,926.611 USDView →
8Slovakia233,741,540 kg132,512,885.113 USDView →
9United Kingdom116,615,361 kg115,895,305.59 USDView →
10Czechia184,140,596 kg106,428,042 USDView →

Barley Malt Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary

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Barley Malt Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks

1,011 importer companies are mapped for Barley Malt demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.

Barley Malt Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners

Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 1,011 total importer companies tracked for Barley Malt. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Uzbekistan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-28
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Sudan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-28
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Uganda)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-28
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Beverage Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Republic of the Congo)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-28
Recently Import Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Beverage Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Democratic Republic of the Congo)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-28
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Nicaragua)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-28
Recently Import Partner Companies: 6
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
1,011 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Barley Malt.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Barley Malt (HS Code 110710) in 2024

For Barley Malt in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
RankCountryVolumeValueReport
1Brazil1,170,650,077 kg769,103,653 USDView →
2Mexico566,466,503 kg436,985,587 USDView →
3Japan440,117,087.592 kg338,349,482.681 USDView →
4United States382,586,472.109 kg295,176,171 USDView →
5Belgium325,291,854.16 kg175,575,960.374 USDView →
6Thailand253,943,045 kg161,018,800.69 USDView →
7Italy199,776,831 kg127,690,887.447 USDView →
8Netherlands229,121,842 kg126,695,930.856 USDView →
9Poland218,690,039 kg126,246,659 USDView →
10Germany180,811,499.708 kg105,571,680.751 USDView →

Barley Malt Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary

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Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Barley Malt

Barley Malt Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country

Monthly Barley Malt wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-09, countries with visible Barley Malt wholesale unit prices: South Korea (2.51 USD / kg).
Country2025-052025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-04
South Korea2.38 USD / kg2.44 USD / kg2.23 USD / kg2.31 USD / kg2.51 USD / kg-

Barley Malt Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries

Compare Barley Malt wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 1 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
RankCountryAverageLowerUpperYoYReport
1South Korea2.39 USD / kg2.03 USD / kg2.98 USD / kg+1.3%View →

Latest Barley Malt Wholesale Export Price Updates

Use the latest 5 Barley Malt wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
DateEntry NameUnit Price (USD) 
2026-02-01유지 ********* * *** ** ***** ****690.01 USD / kg
2026-01-01유지 ***** * *** ** ***** ****304.93 USD / kg
2026-01-01유지 ***** * *** ** ***** ****670.83 USD / kg
2025-12-01유지 ********* * *** ** ***** ****372.58 USD / kg
2025-06-01유지 ***** * *** ** ***** ****105.45 USD / kg

Global Farmgate Supplier Price Trends by Country for Barley Malt

Barley Malt Monthly Farmgate Supplier Price Summary by Country

Monthly Barley Malt farmgate unit-price benchmarks by country to monitor supplier-side cost movement.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Barley Malt farmgate unit prices: United Kingdom (0.00 USD / kg).
Country2025-052025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-04
Australia------
United Kingdom0.00 USD / kg0.00 USD / kg0.00 USD / kg0.00 USD / kg0.00 USD / kg0.00 USD / kg

Barley Malt Farmgate Cost Trends by Major Exporting Supplier Countries

Compare Barley Malt farmgate price levels and YoY changes across the top 2 exporting countries to understand origin-side supplier cost structure.
RankCountryAverageLowerUpperYoYReport
1Australia0.29 USD / kg0.29 USD / kg0.29 USD / kg-8.3%View →
2United Kingdom0.00 USD / kg0.00 USD / kg0.00 USD / kg-9.8%View →

Latest Barley Malt Farmgate Export Cost Updates

Review the latest 5 Barley Malt farmgate updates to monitor origin-side export cost and supplier pricing shifts.
DateEntry NameUnit Price (USD) 
2025-12-01Bar*** **** * * *** *2.21 USD / kg
2025-12-01Bar*** **** * * *** *2.21 USD / kg
2025-12-01Bar*** **** * * *** *2.21 USD / kg
2025-10-01Bar*** **** ********* * *** *2.17 USD / kg
2025-10-01Bar*** **** * * *** *2.25 USD / kg

Classification

Product TypeIngredient
Product FormDried malted barley (kilned grain; may be roasted)
Industry PositionIntermediate Processed Agricultural Product

Market

Barley malt is a globally traded processed grain ingredient primarily used as the fermentable and enzymatic base for beer, whisky, and other malt beverages, with secondary demand in bakery and cereal applications (including malted/roasted flavor and color). Supply depends on consistent production of malting-quality barley and on industrial malting capacity, with trade flows typically linking grain-growing regions to brewing and distilling hubs. Market dynamics are shaped by substitution between origins and crop years based on malt specification performance, while energy costs matter because kilning and roasting are heat-intensive steps. Quality-sensitive procurement (extract, enzyme strength, and contaminant controls) and logistics for dry bulk and bagged shipments are central to international trade.
Market GrowthMixed (medium-term outlook)Demand tracks global beer and spirits production trends while specialty malts grow with craft and premium product mix; agricultural supply varies by crop year quality.
Major Producing Countries
  • GermanyLarge malting and brewing ecosystem; significant production and intra-regional trade within Europe.
  • FranceMajor barley-growing and malting country in Europe; important supplier to regional and export markets.
  • United KingdomSignificant malting and distilling demand base with established malting industry.
  • AustraliaSouthern Hemisphere barley origin supporting counter-seasonal sourcing for some buyers; export-oriented grain and malt supply chains.
  • CanadaLarge malting barley producer with integrated malt production serving North American and export demand.
  • United StatesMaterial brewing demand base and malt production linked to domestic and imported barley supply.
Supply Calendar
  • Northern Hemisphere (Europe & North America):Jul, Aug, SepBarley harvest period that anchors new-crop malting barley availability; malt production and shipments can occur year-round from stored grain.
  • Australia (Southern Hemisphere):Nov, Dec, JanSouthern Hemisphere harvest window that can provide counter-seasonal new-crop barley for malting and subsequent malt production.

Specification

Major VarietiesTwo-row spring malting barley, Two-row winter malting barley, Six-row malting barley, Pale/base malt, Roasted and specialty malts (e.g., crystal/caramel-type, roasted barley malt)
Physical Attributes
  • Clean, low-dust malted kernels with high kernel plumpness and low admixture are preferred for consistent milling and lautering performance.
  • Uniform modification (friability) supports predictable extract and filtration behavior in brewing.
Compositional Metrics
  • Buyer specifications commonly include moisture, total protein/nitrogen, extract yield, diastatic power/enzyme strength, wort viscosity (beta-glucan related), and color for base vs specialty malts.
  • Food and feed safety screening for mycotoxins and other contaminants is often required depending on destination regulations and buyer programs.
Grades
  • Commercial contracts typically define performance-based malt specifications (extract, enzyme strength, color, moisture) rather than universal consumer-facing grades.
  • Analytical methods commonly reference brewing-industry method sets (e.g., EBC and ASBC methods) for comparable results across origins and labs.
Packaging
  • Bulk shipments (dry bulk vessel or bulk containers) for large breweries and malt users.
  • Bagged formats (e.g., multiwall paper or polypropylene bags) and big bags for specialty malt and smaller-volume users.
ProcessingBase malts prioritize fermentable extract and enzyme activity; specialty/roasted malts prioritize flavor, aroma, and color with reduced enzyme contribution.

Supply Chain

Value Chain
  • Malting barley procurement and intake testing -> cleaning and grading -> steeping -> germination -> kilning (and optional roasting) -> cooling and resting -> screening -> storage -> bulk or bagged export -> brewer/distiller milling and use
Demand Drivers
  • Global brewing and distilling production volumes and product mix (mainstream vs premium/craft).
  • Specification-driven sourcing needs (extract, enzyme strength, and flavor/color targets) for consistent beverage quality.
  • Growth in specialty malt usage for differentiated beer styles and certain food applications (flavor and color).
Temperature
  • Malt is a low-moisture product but is sensitive to moisture pickup; cool, dry storage reduces risks of quality degradation, insect activity, and mold growth.
  • Avoiding condensation and temperature cycling helps protect malt quality during long-haul transport.
Shelf Life
  • Shelf life depends on moisture control, packaging integrity, and storage conditions; specialty and highly roasted products may have different stability profiles than base malts.
  • Quality-sensitive buyers often manage inventories to preserve flavor performance and analytical specifications over time.

Risks

Climate HighBarley malt supply is constrained not just by barley volume but by malting-quality outcomes; heat, drought, and rainfall at key crop stages can shift barley into feed-grade, tightening maltable supply and raising price volatility for malt users.Diversify origin portfolio across hemispheres and suppliers; contract for specification performance, not just volume; maintain crop-year flexibility in formulations where feasible.
Energy And Processing Cost MediumKilning and roasting require significant thermal energy, making malt costs sensitive to fuel and electricity shocks and to industrial decarbonization policies that can raise compliance and capex needs.Use longer-term energy hedging where appropriate, prioritize efficiency upgrades, and qualify multiple maltsters to reduce single-plant exposure.
Food Safety MediumMycotoxin and contaminant risks in barley can carry into malt supply chains and trigger rejection, recalls, or tighter import controls depending on destination rules and buyer standards.Strengthen inbound barley testing, segregate by risk profile, apply robust traceability, and align specifications with Codex/national contaminant limits.
Logistics MediumBulk handling constraints, port congestion, and container availability shifts can disrupt shipment timing; moisture exposure during transit can degrade malt performance and trigger claims.Specify moisture-protective packaging and loading practices; use vetted freight lanes and inspection protocols; maintain safety stock for critical SKUs.
Regulatory Compliance LowImport requirements for contaminants, pests, and documentation can change and may vary widely by destination, affecting clearance times and compliance costs for malt shipments.Monitor destination regulatory updates, maintain compliant COAs and traceability, and pre-align specifications with customer and border authority expectations.
Sustainability
  • Climate resilience in barley production regions (heat and drought risk affecting yield and malting quality).
  • Energy intensity of malting (kilning/roasting) and exposure to fuel and electricity price volatility; decarbonization pressure on heat processes.
  • Agronomic input management (nitrogen and crop protection) to meet malting quality specifications while reducing environmental footprint.
Labor & Social
  • Occupational safety in grain and malt handling (dust exposure and combustible dust risks) across elevators, maltings, and ports.
  • Seasonal labor reliance at farm level in some origins, with buyer programs increasingly extending responsible sourcing expectations upstream.

FAQ

What is barley malt mainly used for in global trade?Barley malt is mainly traded as an ingredient for brewing and distilling, where it provides fermentable extract and enzymes for beer and many whisky/distilled spirit processes. It is also used in some food applications (such as bakery and cereals) for malt flavor, color, and functional properties.
What are the most important buyer specifications for barley malt?Contracts commonly focus on performance-based specifications such as extract yield, enzyme strength (diastatic power), moisture, protein/nitrogen, wort viscosity indicators (often linked to beta-glucan), and color targets for base versus specialty/roasted malts. Analytical method alignment (often via EBC or ASBC methods) helps ensure results are comparable across labs and origins.
What is the single biggest global risk to barley malt supply?The biggest risk is climate-driven volatility in malting-quality barley, because adverse weather can reduce yields and also push barley out of malting specifications into feed-grade, tightening the maltable supply base and increasing price and availability risk for malt users.

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