Derived Products
Nabak Kimchi, Sauerkraut, Dongchimi, Dried Cabbage
HS Code
070490
Last Updated
2026-06-01
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Fresh Cabbage market coverage spans 154 countries.
- 3,965 exporter companies and 3,745 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 37,863 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
- 2 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 2026-06-01.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Fresh Cabbage
Analyze 37,863 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Fresh Cabbage.
Fresh Cabbage Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Fresh Cabbage to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Fresh Cabbage: Poland (+162.6%), China (+46.8%), United States (-46.3%).
Fresh Cabbage Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-07, benchmark Fresh Cabbage country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-12, countries with visible Fresh Cabbage transaction unit prices: Sri Lanka (4.56 USD / kg), Netherlands (3.03 USD / kg), Thailand (1.24 USD / kg), Costa Rica (0.91 USD / kg), Ethiopia (0.89 USD / kg), 11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| China | +46.8% | 8,286 | 0.12 USD / kg (30,062,445 kg) | 0.12 USD / kg (38,236,999.72 kg) | 0.11 USD / kg (27,957,089.5 kg) | 0.12 USD / kg (18,023,747.1 kg) | 0.21 USD / kg (12,241,134.85 kg) | 0.18 USD / kg (8,978,234.199 kg) | ||||||
| India | -18.0% | 8,580 | 0.37 USD / kg (341,508 kg) | 0.34 USD / kg (379,007.35 kg) | 0.37 USD / kg (412,080.9 kg) | 0.36 USD / kg (385,541.8 kg) | 0.34 USD / kg (1,306,402.4 kg) | 0.25 USD / kg (544,813.729 kg) | ||||||
| Vietnam | +1.5% | 5,289 | 0.26 USD / kg (8,030,617.49 kg) | 0.25 USD / kg (17,099,047.031 kg) | 0.24 USD / kg (11,342,309.26 kg) | 0.26 USD / kg (7,651,052.54 kg) | 0.27 USD / kg (5,839,089.619 kg) | 0.30 USD / kg (4,159,822.25 kg) | ||||||
| Nepal | -5.6% | 404 | 0.12 USD / kg (1,703,425 kg) | 0.12 USD / kg (4,345,250 kg) | 0.12 USD / kg (2,655,265 kg) | 0.12 USD / kg (496,075 kg) | 0.12 USD / kg (21,600 kg) | 0.12 USD / kg (-) | ||||||
| Mexico | -39.6% | 7,473 | 0.82 USD / kg (3,212,499.353 kg) | 0.84 USD / kg (3,843,472.73 kg) | 0.74 USD / kg (5,584,697.846 kg) | 0.65 USD / kg (5,073,329.808 kg) | 0.80 USD / kg (5,012,256.57 kg) | 0.83 USD / kg (6,402,580.276 kg) | ||||||
| South Africa | +24.2% | 2,478 | 0.28 USD / kg (33,897.82 kg) | 0.97 USD / kg (13,328 kg) | 0.16 USD / kg (130,869.89 kg) | 0.16 USD / kg (281,546.6 kg) | 0.16 USD / kg (251,388.63 kg) | 0.19 USD / kg (148,806.08 kg) | ||||||
| Uzbekistan | -4.5% | 583 | 0.08 USD / kg (-) | 0.20 USD / kg (2,010 kg) | 0.30 USD / kg (70,226 kg) | 0.42 USD / kg (52,276 kg) | 0.33 USD / kg (291,953 kg) | 0.20 USD / kg (1,007,919 kg) | ||||||
| Ethiopia | +7.0% | 374 | 0.88 USD / kg (417,314.536 kg) | 0.88 USD / kg (348,806.517 kg) | 0.88 USD / kg (281,675.226 kg) | 0.89 USD / kg (342,162.204 kg) | 0.88 USD / kg (326,572.457 kg) | 0.89 USD / kg (273,203.459 kg) | ||||||
| Thailand | -9.5% | 287 | 1.61 USD / kg (12,145.5 kg) | 1.86 USD / kg (8,417 kg) | 1.62 USD / kg (16,534 kg) | 1.76 USD / kg (6,343 kg) | 1.68 USD / kg (2,951 kg) | 1.24 USD / kg (12,607.97 kg) | ||||||
| Bhutan | -23.7% | 227 | 0.23 USD / kg (25,625 kg) | 0.27 USD / kg (62,325 kg) | 0.38 USD / kg (18,250 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Fresh Cabbage Global Supply Chain Coverage
7,710 companies
3,965 exporters and 3,745 importers are mapped for Fresh Cabbage.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Fresh Cabbage, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Fresh Cabbage Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
3,965 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Fresh Cabbage. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Fresh Cabbage Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners
2 premium Fresh Cabbage suppliers include country, industry, and contactability signals to prioritize credible export partners faster.
Yash Traders
India
Food WholesalersBrokers And Trade AgenciesLand Transport
Subtropico Market Agents
South Africa
Crop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Services And Drinking PlacesBrokers And Trade AgenciesFood Wholesalers
Become a Premium Supplier to join the Tridge Supply Chain Network and advance your marketing and export channel strategy.
Fresh Cabbage Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 3,965 total exporter companies in the Fresh Cabbage supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Turkmenistan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-01
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Uzbekistan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-18
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Crop Production
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: Kazakhstan
Supplying Products: Fresh Cabbage, Fresh Carrot, Fresh Cauliflower +5
(South Africa)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-01
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Crop Production
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing
(Taiwan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-01
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesCrop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Services And Drinking PlacesOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingRetailTrade
(South Africa)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-01
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Albania)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-01
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingCrop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Services And Drinking PlacesOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingTrade
Fresh Cabbage Global Exporter Coverage
3,965 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Fresh Cabbage supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Fresh Cabbage opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.
Top Exporting Countries for Fresh Cabbage (HS Code 070490) in 2024
For Fresh Cabbage in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 124,835,030 kg | 206,394,360 USD |
| 2 | Mexico | 125,108,553 kg | 150,916,322 USD |
| 3 | Netherlands | 132,288,964 kg | 133,712,135.309 USD |
| 4 | Spain | 93,265,694.13 kg | 124,830,029.333 USD |
| 5 | Italy | 82,913,586 kg | 118,267,286.004 USD |
| 6 | Uzbekistan | 383,114,221.02 kg | 82,190,434.25 USD |
| 7 | Canada | 85,564,835 kg | 80,906,710.089 USD |
| 8 | Germany | 70,499,270 kg | 49,609,181.987 USD |
| 9 | Poland | 76,055,637 kg | 48,681,078 USD |
| 10 | Portugal | 37,855,952.466 kg | 35,397,477.84 USD |
Fresh Cabbage Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
Track Fresh Cabbage exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.
Fresh Cabbage Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
3,745 importer companies are mapped for Fresh Cabbage demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Fresh Cabbage Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 3,745 total importer companies tracked for Fresh Cabbage. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-01
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Russia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-01
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Crop ProductionFreight Forwarding And IntermodalShipping And Water Transport
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-01
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Industries: Crop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: -
(Uzbekistan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-01
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Uzbekistan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-01
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-01
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Crop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
3,745 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Fresh Cabbage.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Fresh Cabbage buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.
Top Import Demand Countries for Fresh Cabbage (HS Code 070490) in 2024
For Fresh Cabbage in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 493,883,013 kg | 628,889,805 USD |
| 2 | Canada | 115,737,927.843 kg | 200,555,800.118 USD |
| 3 | Hong Kong | 270,933,816 kg | 183,894,323.502 USD |
| 4 | Germany | 122,574,034.638 kg | 178,951,756.039 USD |
| 5 | Malaysia | 233,062,473.57 kg | 98,454,091.094 USD |
| 6 | Thailand | 232,293,731 kg | 93,928,391.04 USD |
| 7 | Netherlands | 60,553,676 kg | 67,181,475.057 USD |
| 8 | Poland | 37,339,750 kg | 33,207,634 USD |
| 9 | Slovakia | 41,436,956 kg | 28,375,523.439 USD |
| 10 | Denmark | 14,118,351 kg | 28,010,183.887 USD |
Fresh Cabbage Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
Analyze Fresh Cabbage 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 Cabbage
Fresh Cabbage Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Fresh Cabbage wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-12, countries with visible Fresh Cabbage wholesale unit prices: South Korea (0.79 USD / kg), Ukraine (0.44 USD / kg), China (0.44 USD / kg), Russia (0.37 USD / kg), India (0.24 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| China | 0.20 USD / kg | 0.24 USD / kg | 0.28 USD / kg | 0.29 USD / kg | 0.38 USD / kg | 0.44 USD / kg | ||||||
| India | 0.24 USD / kg | 0.24 USD / kg | 0.24 USD / kg | 0.27 USD / kg | 0.28 USD / kg | 0.24 USD / kg | ||||||
| Russia | 0.37 USD / kg | 0.28 USD / kg | 0.27 USD / kg | 0.35 USD / kg | 0.39 USD / kg | 0.37 USD / kg | ||||||
| South Korea | 0.87 USD / kg | 1.05 USD / kg | 1.11 USD / kg | 0.77 USD / kg | 0.78 USD / kg | 0.79 USD / kg | ||||||
| Ukraine | 0.61 USD / kg | 0.60 USD / kg | 0.57 USD / kg | 0.51 USD / kg | 0.50 USD / kg | 0.44 USD / kg |
Fresh Cabbage Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Fresh Cabbage wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 5 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | China | 0.28 USD / kg | 0.03 USD / kg | 0.75 USD / kg | -4.3% |
| 2 | India | 0.22 USD / kg | 0.02 USD / kg | 0.62 USD / kg | -9.1% |
| 3 | Russia | 0.40 USD / kg | 0.22 USD / kg | 1.13 USD / kg | -9.3% |
| 4 | South Korea | 0.84 USD / kg | 0.15 USD / kg | 3.41 USD / kg | -18.4% |
| 5 | Ukraine | 0.67 USD / kg | 0.18 USD / kg | 3.14 USD / kg | -20.6% |
Latest Fresh Cabbage Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 5 Fresh Cabbage wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
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| 2026-05-01 | 양배추 ********* * *** ** ***** **** | 183.98 USD / kg | |
| 2026-05-01 | 양배추 ********* * *** ** ***** **** | 119.67 USD / kg | |
| 2026-05-01 | 양배추 ********* * *** ** ***** ** | 183.34 USD / kg | |
| 2026-05-01 | 배추 ***** * *** *** ***** **** | 1167.77 USD / kg |
Global Farmgate Supplier Price Trends by Country for Fresh Cabbage
Fresh Cabbage Monthly Farmgate Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Fresh Cabbage farmgate unit-price benchmarks by country to monitor supplier-side cost movement.
In 2025-12, countries with visible Fresh Cabbage farmgate unit prices: Thailand (1.03 USD / kg), Ecuador (0.18 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brazil | 0.13 USD / kg | 0.15 USD / kg | 0.14 USD / kg | 0.13 USD / kg | - | - | ||||||
| Denmark | - | - | - | - | - | - | ||||||
| Ecuador | 0.16 USD / kg | 0.19 USD / kg | 0.18 USD / kg | 0.18 USD / kg | 0.16 USD / kg | 0.18 USD / kg | ||||||
| Thailand | 0.74 USD / kg | 0.72 USD / kg | 0.75 USD / kg | 0.79 USD / kg | 0.84 USD / kg | 1.03 USD / kg |
Fresh Cabbage Farmgate Cost Trends by Major Exporting Supplier Countries
Compare Fresh Cabbage farmgate price levels and YoY changes across the top 4 exporting countries to understand origin-side supplier cost structure.
Latest Fresh Cabbage Farmgate Export Cost Updates
Review the latest 5 Fresh Cabbage farmgate updates to monitor origin-side export cost and supplier pricing shifts.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-01 | Fre** ******* *** ******** * *** * | 0.26 USD / kg | |
| 2026-04-01 | Fre** ******* ****** * *** * | 0.30 USD / kg | |
| 2026-04-01 | Fre** ******* ********** * *** * | 0.18 USD / kg | |
| 2026-04-01 | Fre** ******* **************** ********* * *** * | 0.53 USD / kg | |
| 2026-04-01 | Fre** ******* ********** * *** * | 0.27 USD / kg |
Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFresh
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupBrassica (cole) vegetables
Scientific NameBrassica oleracea var. capitata
PerishabilityMedium
Growing Conditions
- Cool-season crop typically grown in open-field systems across temperate and subtropical highland regions
- Quality and yield are sensitive to heat stress and water management; uniform moisture supports head development
- Susceptible to soil-borne brassica diseases in infested fields (e.g., clubroot), shaping rotation and site selection
Main VarietiesGreen/white headed cabbage, Red cabbage, Savoy cabbage
Consumption Forms
- Fresh whole heads (retail and foodservice)
- Fresh-cut shredded cabbage (salad/coleslaw mixes)
- Fermented products (e.g., sauerkraut, kimchi)
Grading Factors
- Head compactness/firmness (maturity)
- Cultivar-typical color after trimming outer leaves
- Freedom from insect damage, decay, and mechanical injury
- Freedom from major defects (splitting/cracking, internal breakdown, discoloration)
Market
Fresh cabbage is a globally produced cool-season vegetable with especially large production volumes in Asia, and a substantial share consumed domestically in major producing countries. Cross-border trade is active in the HS 070490 group (white/red cabbages and similar brassicas), with China, the United States, Mexico, the Netherlands, and Spain among leading exporters by value, and the United States, Canada, Hong Kong, China, Germany, and Malaysia among major import markets. The product’s relatively strong storability versus many leafy vegetables supports longer-distance refrigerated distribution and makes price formation sensitive to storage outcomes and logistics continuity. Market dynamics are shaped by seasonality in temperate production regions, demand from retail and foodservice (including fresh-cut), and phytosanitary and quality requirements at destination.
Major Producing Countries
- ChinaLargest producer in FAOSTAT’s “Cabbages and other brassicas” category; production heavily oriented to domestic consumption.
- IndiaMajor producer in FAOSTAT’s “Cabbages and other brassicas” category; large domestic market.
- RussiaSignificant producer in FAOSTAT’s “Cabbages and other brassicas” category.
- South KoreaSignificant producer; cabbage demand also linked to fermented food manufacturing.
- UkraineNotable producer in FAOSTAT’s “Cabbages and other brassicas” category.
- JapanMeaningful producer with consistent fresh market demand.
- IndonesiaNotable producer in FAOSTAT’s “Cabbages and other brassicas” category.
- VietnamNotable producer and an important regional trade destination for Chinese exports in HS 070490.
Major Exporting Countries
- ChinaLeading exporter by value in UN Comtrade HS 070490 (white/red cabbages and similar brassicas), with large intra-Asia shipments.
- United StatesMajor exporter in HS 070490; large volumes shipped to Canada.
- MexicoMajor exporter in HS 070490, strongly linked to North American supply chains.
- NetherlandsKey EU exporter and distribution hub within Europe for HS 070490 flows.
- SpainMajor exporter in HS 070490, supplying European and other destinations.
Major Importing Countries
- United StatesLargest importer by value in UN Comtrade HS 070490 (white/red cabbages and similar brassicas) in 2024.
- CanadaMajor importer in HS 070490; closely tied to U.S. supply.
- Hong KongMajor importer in HS 070490; gateway market with strong regional sourcing.
- GermanyMajor importer in HS 070490 within the European market.
- MalaysiaMajor importer in HS 070490; significant regional demand in Southeast Asia.
Specification
Major VarietiesGreen/white headed cabbage, Red cabbage, Savoy cabbage
Physical Attributes
- Head compactness/firmness is a primary maturity and quality indicator
- Cultivar-typical color after trimming outer wrapper leaves (green, red, or pale yellow-green)
- Freedom from insect damage, decay, and major defects (splitting/cracking, mechanical injury)
Grades
- UNECE Standard FFV-09 (Headed cabbages) quality classes (e.g., Class I and Class II) are commonly referenced in international marketing and quality control
Packaging
- Bulk cartons/crates (often palletized) with trimmed heads for wholesale trade
- Retail-ready units may include film-wrapped heads or bagged/shredded formats (fresh-cut)
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Harvest -> trimming of wrapper leaves -> field/room cooling -> cold storage -> refrigerated transport -> distribution -> retail or fresh-cut processing
Demand Drivers
- Stable staple-vegetable demand in household cooking and foodservice
- Fresh-cut uses (e.g., shredded cabbage for coleslaw/salad mixes) where consistent quality and cold-chain performance are critical
- Fermented product demand (e.g., sauerkraut, kimchi) supporting steady baseline utilization in some markets
Temperature
- Storage at about 0°C (32°F) is used to optimize storage life; late-crop cultivars may be stored for months under suitable conditions
- High humidity (generally >95% RH) is used to reduce wilting and maintain turgidity
- Cabbage is sensitive to ethylene exposure, which can accelerate yellowing and leaf abscission; ventilation helps keep ethylene low
Atmosphere Control
- Controlled atmosphere storage may provide shelf-life benefits at 0–5°C using low O2 (about 2.5–5%) and elevated CO2 (about 2.5–6%); excessively low O2 or very high CO2 can cause quality defects
Shelf Life
- Early crop cabbage is commonly stored on the order of weeks under optimal cold storage; late-crop cultivars can be stored for substantially longer (months), typically with increased trimming losses over time
Risks
Pest and Disease HighClubroot (caused by Plasmodiophora brassicae) is a globally distributed soil-borne disease of Brassicaceae and is widely described as a major threat to brassica crops; outbreaks can sharply reduce yields and disrupt local sourcing, with impacts amplified where production is concentrated in affected growing areas and where crop rotation options are limited.Use clubroot-resistant cultivars where available, apply strict field hygiene to limit spread, and manage production systems with rotation and soil/field risk monitoring.
Cold Chain and Storage Quality MediumWhile cabbage stores longer than many leafy vegetables, long storage and long-distance shipment can increase quality losses (e.g., discoloration, decay, black speck/pepper spot development, and trimming loss), which raises landed-cost volatility and can trigger buyer claims or downgraded sales channels.Align cultivar selection (early vs late storage types), storage temperature/humidity control, and inventory turn targets; apply robust QC at packout and pre-shipment.
Regulatory Compliance MediumInternational shipments can face rejections or holds if pesticide residues or contaminants exceed destination standards; compliance risk is higher for suppliers serving multiple markets with different MRL regimes and documentation expectations.Operate residue monitoring programs, maintain spray records and traceability, and verify MRL compliance against the intended destination market prior to export.
Sustainability
- Pesticide stewardship pressures from brassica pest complexes and tightening residue compliance expectations in import markets
- Nutrient management and runoff risk where intensive vegetable production relies on high fertilizer inputs
- Food loss and waste risk from storage disorders and trimming losses during long-term cold storage
Labor & Social
- Seasonal field labor exposure to heat/cold stress and agrochemical handling risks
- Worker safety and hygiene controls in fresh-cut operations where cabbage is shredded/packed for ready-to-eat or ready-to-cook uses
FAQ
Which countries are major exporters of fresh cabbage in global trade data?In UN Comtrade’s HS 070490 grouping (white/red cabbages and similar brassicas), China, the United States, Mexico, the Netherlands, and Spain are among the top exporters by value in 2024.
What storage conditions are commonly used to extend fresh cabbage shelf life in trade?Postharvest guidance commonly targets cold storage around 0°C (32°F) with very high relative humidity (typically above 95% RH), careful ventilation to limit ethylene effects, and in some cases controlled-atmosphere storage with moderately reduced oxygen and elevated carbon dioxide to slow deterioration.
Is there an international quality standard used for headed cabbage?Yes. UNECE publishes Standard FFV-09 for headed cabbages, which is used as a reference for minimum requirements and commercial quality classes in marketing and quality control.
Sources
Fresh Cabbage Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: China, Mexico, United States, Hong Kong, India, Canada, Russia, Germany, South Korea, Netherlands, Spain, United Kingdom, Ukraine, Italy, Japan, France, Indonesia, Poland, Vietnam, Kenya, Macedonia, Sweden, Turkiye, Austria, Albania, Switzerland, Latvia, Romania, Israel, Uzbekistan, Denmark, Maldives, Taiwan, Kazakhstan, Norway, Serbia, Egypt, Ethiopia, Portugal, Somalia, Chile, Thailand, Malaysia, South Africa, Philippines, Pakistan, Belgium, Singapore, Djibouti, Argentina, Guatemala, Czechia, Moldova, Bangladesh, Slovakia, Morocco, Puerto Rico, Belarus, Laos, Afghanistan, Trinidad and Tobago, Myanmar [Burma], Hungary, El Salvador, Iran, Macao, Finland, Lithuania, Nepal, Ireland, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Jordan, Kyrgyzstan, Azerbaijan, Croatia, Brazil, New Zealand, Costa Rica, Ivory Coast, Estonia, Tajikistan, Andorra, Armenia, Australia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Bulgaria, Bahrain, Benin, Bermuda, Brunei, Bolivia, Bahamas, Bhutan, Botswana, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Colombia, Cuba, Cyprus, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Fiji, Gabon, Georgia, Gambia, Guinea, Greece, Guyana, Honduras, Iceland, Jamaica, Cambodia, Kuwait, Lebanon, Liechtenstein, Sri Lanka, Liberia, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Montenegro, Madagascar, Marshall Islands, Mongolia, Malta, Mauritius, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Nicaragua, Oman, Panama, Peru, Paraguay, Qatar, Rwanda, Seychelles, Slovenia, Senegal, South Sudan, Swaziland, Turkmenistan, Tunisia, Tonga, Tanzania, Uganda, Uruguay, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Vanuatu, Zambia
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