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Fresh Cape Gooseberry Market Overview 2026

HS Code
081090
Last Updated
2026-04-09
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
  • Fresh Cape Gooseberry market coverage spans 135 countries.
  • 131 exporter companies and 196 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
  • 438 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 7 countries.
  • 0 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
  • Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 1.
  • Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
  • Page data last updated on 2026-04-09.

Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Fresh Cape Gooseberry

Analyze 438 supplier-linked transactions across the top 7 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Fresh Cape Gooseberry.

Fresh Cape Gooseberry Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum

Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Fresh Cape Gooseberry to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Fresh Cape Gooseberry: Belgium (+163.4%), Ecuador (-71.6%), Colombia (-43.3%).

Fresh Cape Gooseberry Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary

As of 2025-05, benchmark Fresh Cape Gooseberry country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Fresh Cape Gooseberry transaction unit prices: Belgium (16.13 USD / kg), Netherlands (13.78 USD / kg), Ecuador (5.86 USD / kg), Peru (5.71 USD / kg), Colombia (3.15 USD / kg), 1 more countries.
CountryYoY ChangeTransaction Count2025-052025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-04
Peru-5.9%2496.13 USD / kg (31,164.68 kg)5.36 USD / kg (36,045.06 kg)5.60 USD / kg (35,243.16 kg)5.80 USD / kg (28,172.32 kg)6.09 USD / kg (16,861 kg)5.71 USD / kg (18,431.3 kg)
Netherlands+16.4%7717.02 USD / kg (852 kg)18.91 USD / kg (73.2 kg)18.80 USD / kg (32.4 kg)18.71 USD / kg (100.8 kg)13.47 USD / kg (1,420.8 kg)13.78 USD / kg (2,235.6 kg)
Colombia-43.3%8- (-)- (-)2.98 USD / kg (280.4 kg)3.15 USD / kg (378 kg)- (-)3.15 USD / kg (117.2 kg)
Ecuador-71.6%863.98 USD / kg (3,673.17 kg)4.70 USD / kg (4,634.23 kg)3.51 USD / kg (3,261.5 kg)4.00 USD / kg (4,114.29 kg)3.79 USD / kg (3,570.5 kg)5.86 USD / kg (2,480.5 kg)
India-15- (-)2.08 USD / kg (-)1.99 USD / kg (8,382 kg)2.19 USD / kg (2,656.5 kg)- (-)1.73 USD / kg (740 kg)
China-2- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)
Belgium+163.4%1- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)16.13 USD / kg (465 kg)
Fresh Cape Gooseberry Global Supply Chain Coverage
327 companies
131 exporters and 196 importers are mapped for Fresh Cape Gooseberry.
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Fresh Cape Gooseberry Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals

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

Fresh Cape Gooseberry Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles

Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 131 total exporter companies in the Fresh Cape Gooseberry supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Colombia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-08
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesCrop Production
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / Wholesale
Exporting Countries: Guatemala, France
Supplying Products: Fresh Cape Gooseberry, Fresh Groundcherry, Fresh Sweet Granadilla Fruit +2
(Netherlands)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-08
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food PackagingBeverage ManufacturingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / Wholesale
Exporting Countries: Russia
Supplying Products: Fresh Cape Gooseberry
(South Africa)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-08
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Netherlands)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-08
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Crop ProductionFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
Exporting Countries: Uzbekistan
Supplying Products: Fresh Cape Gooseberry
(Colombia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-08
Recently Export Partner Companies: 6
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 5M - 10M
Industries: Crop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
(Netherlands)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-04-30
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / Wholesale
Exporting Countries: Uzbekistan
Supplying Products: Fresh Cape Gooseberry
Fresh Cape Gooseberry Global Exporter Coverage
131 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Fresh Cape Gooseberry supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Top Exporting Countries for Fresh Cape Gooseberry (HS Code 081090) in 2024

For Fresh Cape Gooseberry in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
RankCountryVolumeValueReport
1Thailand604,140,914.867 kg667,535,022.8 USDView →
2Netherlands86,055,213 kg362,574,826.936 USDView →
3Ecuador61,720,919.93 kg216,580,889.485 USDView →
4Egypt53,026,019.978 kg171,520,196.44 USDView →
5Turkiye150,795,266 kg164,219,723 USDView →
6Spain54,078,945.92 kg117,239,427.117 USDView →
7India89,657,134.77 kg93,079,030.168 USDView →
8United States26,218,700 kg73,697,590 USDView →
9Mexico60,190,671 kg60,906,272 USDView →
10Belgium25,436,920 kg38,269,686.645 USDView →

Fresh Cape Gooseberry Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary

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Fresh Cape Gooseberry Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks

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

Fresh Cape Gooseberry Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners

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(Canada)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-05-01
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Services And Drinking PlacesFood WholesalersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Canada)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-08
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-08
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Mexico)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-08
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Food PackagingBeverage ManufacturingCrop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: United States, Germany, Netherlands, Italy, United Kingdom, France, Thailand, Ireland, Hong Kong, Japan
(Germany)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-06-01
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Lesotho)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-08
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
196 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Fresh Cape Gooseberry.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Fresh Cape Gooseberry (HS Code 081090) in 2024

For Fresh Cape Gooseberry in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
RankCountryVolumeValueReport
1United States275,685,098 kg376,237,668 USDView →
2Netherlands75,190,595 kg240,077,237.738 USDView →
3Germany61,116,273.234 kg198,676,075.823 USDView →
4Hong Kong90,763,189 kg122,042,304.438 USDView →
5Canada35,401,134 kg109,880,127.07 USDView →
6United Kingdom33,476,515 kg101,205,241.941 USDView →
7India57,062,057 kg63,134,063.618 USDView →
8Italy26,342,419 kg56,992,234.402 USDView →
9Thailand35,483,477 kg49,000,972.15 USDView →
10Belgium16,031,660.74 kg38,912,802.142 USDView →

Fresh Cape Gooseberry Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary

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Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Fresh Cape Gooseberry

Fresh Cape Gooseberry Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country

Monthly Fresh Cape Gooseberry wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Fresh Cape Gooseberry wholesale unit prices: United States (16.95 USD / kg), Peru (1.52 USD / kg), Colombia (1.29 USD / kg), Ecuador (0.36 USD / kg).
Country2025-052025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-04
Colombia1.19 USD / kg1.22 USD / kg1.23 USD / kg1.24 USD / kg1.27 USD / kg1.29 USD / kg
Peru1.61 USD / kg1.43 USD / kg1.51 USD / kg1.38 USD / kg1.32 USD / kg1.52 USD / kg
Brazil16.56 USD / kg16.49 USD / kg16.81 USD / kg16.94 USD / kg--
United States17.58 USD / kg17.58 USD / kg17.58 USD / kg17.62 USD / kg17.62 USD / kg16.95 USD / kg
Ecuador0.21 USD / kg0.19 USD / kg0.22 USD / kg0.21 USD / kg0.40 USD / kg0.36 USD / kg

Fresh Cape Gooseberry Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries

Compare Fresh Cape Gooseberry wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 5 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
RankCountryAverageLowerUpperYoYReport
1Colombia1.23 USD / kg1.15 USD / kg1.30 USD / kg+4.8%View →
2Peru1.51 USD / kg1.24 USD / kg2.00 USD / kg+4.3%View →
3Brazil17.00 USD / kg16.49 USD / kg18.12 USD / kg+45.2%View →
4United States17.18 USD / kg12.75 USD / kg21.85 USD / kg-0.7%View →
5Ecuador0.27 USD / kg0.08 USD / kg0.55 USD / kg-36.7%View →

Latest Fresh Cape Gooseberry Wholesale Export Price Updates

Use the latest 5 Fresh Cape Gooseberry wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
DateEntry NameUnit Price (USD) 
2026-03-01PSH********** ******************* ************* ******** * ******* *** *****9.95 USD / kg
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2026-03-01OTR** ********************* *********** * 1.37 USD / kg
2026-03-01黃金果 * ***** ***2.98 USD / kg

Global Farmgate Supplier Price Trends by Country for Fresh Cape Gooseberry

Fresh Cape Gooseberry Monthly Farmgate Supplier Price Summary by Country

Monthly Fresh Cape Gooseberry farmgate unit-price benchmarks by country to monitor supplier-side cost movement.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Fresh Cape Gooseberry farmgate unit prices: Ecuador (0.37 USD / kg).
Country2025-052025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-04
Ecuador0.28 USD / kg0.26 USD / kg0.26 USD / kg0.28 USD / kg0.45 USD / kg0.37 USD / kg

Fresh Cape Gooseberry Farmgate Cost Trends by Major Exporting Supplier Countries

Compare Fresh Cape Gooseberry farmgate price levels and YoY changes across the top 1 exporting countries to understand origin-side supplier cost structure.
RankCountryAverageLowerUpperYoYReport
1Ecuador0.33 USD / kg0.17 USD / kg0.55 USD / kg-36.8%View →

Latest Fresh Cape Gooseberry Farmgate Export Cost Updates

Review the latest 1 Fresh Cape Gooseberry farmgate updates to monitor origin-side export cost and supplier pricing shifts.
DateEntry NameUnit Price (USD) 
2025-11-01Fre** **** ********** ********* * *** *0.43 USD / kg

Classification

Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFresh
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product

Raw Material

Commodity GroupSpecialty fresh fruit (often marketed as an exotic berry; Solanaceae)
Scientific NamePhysalis peruviana L.
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
  • Well-suited to high-tropical/highland conditions in the Andean region.
  • Cultivated at elevated altitudes in Colombia in research and extension sources; temperature sensitivity includes damage below freezing.
Main VarietiesEcotype Colombia, Ecotype Kenya, Ecotype South Africa
Consumption Forms
  • Fresh consumption (snack/fruit salads) and culinary garnish
  • Processed into jams, chutneys, sauces, and desserts
Grading Factors
  • Calyx (husk) intact and clean (when marketed with husk)
  • Uniform fruit size and color maturity
  • Absence of fungal decay, mold, and shriveling/weight loss
  • Low mechanical damage and minimal external blemishes

Market

Fresh cape gooseberry (Physalis peruviana), also marketed as goldenberry/uchuva/aguaymanto, is a niche, premium fresh fruit in global trade with origins in the Andean region. Research literature repeatedly identifies Colombia as the leading producer and the dominant export origin, with additional commercial production in Peru, Ecuador, and South Africa. Import demand is concentrated in higher-income markets, with the Netherlands frequently referenced as an entry and distribution hub for Europe and Germany/Belgium and Canada noted as destination markets. Trade performance is highly dependent on quality preservation (especially fungal decay control), consistent grading, and compliance with importing-market residue and phytosanitary requirements, which constrains scalable volumes compared with mainstream berries.
Major Producing Countries
  • ColombiaIdentified in multiple research sources as the leading producer and the major export origin.
  • South AfricaFrequently cited in literature as a major producer outside the Andean region.
  • PeruAndean origin country with commercial production; also marketed domestically as aguaymanto and in exports as goldenberry.
  • EcuadorAndean origin country with commercial cultivation, including high-altitude production zones.
Major Exporting Countries
  • ColombiaDescribed in research as the major export country for fresh cape gooseberry.
  • PeruExports exist but are smaller and often classified within broader 'other fresh fruit' customs groupings depending on the tariff line.
  • South AfricaCited in literature as a major producer; export presence is typically niche relative to Colombia.
Major Importing Countries
  • NetherlandsCommonly referenced destination and distribution hub for European trade flows.
  • GermanyReferenced destination market for Colombian exports in research literature.
  • BelgiumReferenced destination market for Colombian exports in research literature.
  • CanadaReferenced destination market for Colombian exports in research literature.

Specification

Major VarietiesEcotype Colombia, Ecotype Kenya, Ecotype South Africa
Physical Attributes
  • Small orange to yellow-orange berry enclosed in an inflated papery calyx (husk) that provides physical protection during handling.
  • Calyx (husk) integrity is a key quality and presentation attribute in premium fresh-market packs.
Compositional Metrics
  • Buyer and quality programs commonly track soluble solids (°Brix), titratable acidity, and firmness as maturity/acceptance indicators.
  • Postharvest quality concerns often center on fungal growth and dehydration/weight loss over storage time.
Grades
  • Export grading commonly differentiates fruit by size/uniformity, calyx condition, external defects, and decay tolerance; research literature references Colombian grading conventions (ICONTEC NTC 4580) in postharvest studies.
Packaging
  • Retail-oriented PET trays/clamshells and similar punnet formats are used; fruit may be marketed with the calyx intact to protect the berry.
  • Bulk handling formats (e.g., baskets/crates) are used upstream, with repacking and final QC closer to export.

Supply Chain

Value Chain
  • Harvest (often with calyx retained) -> field sorting -> packhouse grading/QC -> packing (punnets/trays) -> pre-cooling/cold storage -> refrigerated transport to airport/port -> import inspection/QC -> wholesale/distribution (EU hubs often via the Netherlands) -> retail/foodservice
Demand Drivers
  • Premium 'exotic fruit' positioning for modern retail and culinary garnish use.
  • Health-oriented marketing based on documented bioactive compounds, supporting niche consumer interest.
Temperature
  • Cold-chain storage around 8°C at ~80% relative humidity is reported in controlled storage research as a favorable condition for extending shelf life.
  • Calyx presence can influence dehydration dynamics and decay outcomes, affecting handling targets and packaging choices.
Shelf Life
  • Controlled storage research reports longer shelf life when fruit is kept with the calyx (husk) versus without; fungal growth and appearance are key rejection drivers.
  • A controlled study reported shelf-life differences on the order of weeks under cold storage, highlighting the importance of decay management for export programs.

Risks

Supply Concentration HighGlobal fresh cape gooseberry export availability is highly exposed to disruptions in Colombia because multiple research sources identify Colombia as the major producer and export origin; weather shocks, security/logistics issues, or crop-health problems in key Colombian highland production zones can tighten global supply quickly.Maintain multi-origin programs (e.g., Colombia plus Peru/Ecuador/South Africa where feasible), qualify secondary suppliers early, and use contracted logistics with contingency routing for peak demand periods.
Plant Disease MediumFusarium oxysporum is reported as a major limiting factor in Colombian cape gooseberry cultivation, and disease pressure can reduce yields and increase variability in fruit quality available for export.Strengthen orchard/field sanitation and resistant-material programs where available, diversify sourcing zones by altitude/department, and align agronomic monitoring with export volume commitments.
Shelf Life Limitation MediumFungal growth and appearance-driven rejection are central shelf-life constraints in postharvest research, creating high sensitivity to temperature, humidity, handling damage, and packaging choices during international distribution.Implement strict harvest maturity and sanitation protocols, use validated cold-chain set points (including humidity control), and prioritize calyx-protective packing where the market expects it.
Regulatory Compliance MediumAs a premium fresh fruit entering strict markets, the category is exposed to residue and phytosanitary non-compliance risk, which can cause rejections, intensified inspection, or temporary buyer delisting even when volumes are small.Maintain residue-monitoring programs aligned to destination-market MRLs, document traceability to farm/lot, and pre-clear phytosanitary requirements with competent authorities and importers.
Sustainability
  • Postharvest food-loss risk from fungal decay and dehydration can be material in long-distance supply chains, increasing waste and embedded footprint per sellable unit.
  • Cold-chain energy use and packaging intensity (small retail packs) can be relatively high per kilogram for niche, premium distribution.
Labor & Social
  • Smallholder-dominated production contexts are reported in major origins, increasing sensitivity to value-chain governance, aggregation, and compliance costs for export.

FAQ

Which country is the leading producer and export origin for fresh cape gooseberry in global trade?Research literature on the cape gooseberry value chain and agronomy repeatedly identifies Colombia as the major producer and the dominant export origin for fresh cape gooseberry (Physalis peruviana).
Does keeping the papery husk (calyx) matter for shelf life in trade?Yes. Postharvest research reports that fruit stored with the calyx can last materially longer than fruit stored without it under cold storage, and it also affects dehydration and appearance outcomes that drive buyer acceptance.
What cold-chain temperature is commonly reported as favorable for storing fresh cape gooseberry?A controlled storage study reported that around 8°C (with high relative humidity) delivered longer shelf-life outcomes for cape gooseberry than warmer or colder tested conditions, highlighting the need for stable cold-chain control.

Fresh Cape Gooseberry Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices

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