Fresh Coconut Suppliers, Trade & Prices — Market Overview 2026
Derived Products
Coconut Cream, Coconut Flour, Coconut Milk, Coconut Desiccated, +3
HS Code
080119
Last Updated
2026-10-19
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Fresh Coconut market coverage spans 148 countries.
- 2,934 exporter companies and 3,620 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 13,861 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
- 8 premium suppliers and 1 catalog items are currently listed.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-10-19.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Fresh Coconut
Analyze 13,861 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Fresh Coconut.
Fresh Coconut Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Fresh Coconut to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Fresh Coconut: United States (+250.8%), Ecuador (+79.9%), Colombia (-69.9%).
Fresh Coconut Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-11, benchmark Fresh Coconut country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2026-04, countries with visible Fresh Coconut transaction unit prices: Brazil (1.00 USD / kg), Mexico (0.92 USD / kg), Thailand (0.85 USD / kg), Vietnam (0.69 USD / kg), India (0.55 USD / kg), 1 more countries.
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| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 | 2026-08 | 2026-09 | 2026-10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vietnam | +17.9% | 1,190 | 0.63 USD / kg (2,947,324.101 kg) | 0.53 USD / kg (3,599,034.9 kg) | 0.59 USD / kg (2,026,859.2 kg) | 0.71 USD / kg (1,120,350.38 kg) | 0.61 USD / kg (536,549.5 kg) | 0.69 USD / kg (618,905.04 kg) | ||||||
| Thailand | -59.5% | 460 | 0.90 USD / kg (2,421,021.6 kg) | 0.85 USD / kg (2,026,042 kg) | 0.77 USD / kg (1,576,572.2 kg) | 0.80 USD / kg (568,998.3 kg) | 0.75 USD / kg (22,446 kg) | 0.85 USD / kg (4,955 kg) | ||||||
| India | +7.3% | 8,734 | 0.82 USD / kg (4,509,933.485 kg) | 0.64 USD / kg (3,355,835.143 kg) | 0.34 USD / kg (13,435,294.341 kg) | 0.50 USD / kg (7,644,593.091 kg) | 0.59 USD / kg (3,936,159.701 kg) | 0.55 USD / kg (6,158,059.961 kg) | ||||||
| Mexico | +24.6% | 1,483 | 0.97 USD / kg (1,554,554.78 kg) | 0.92 USD / kg (1,986,228.7 kg) | 0.88 USD / kg (1,330,801.43 kg) | 1.12 USD / kg (1,031,641.23 kg) | 0.93 USD / kg (1,929,874.63 kg) | 0.92 USD / kg (2,034,480.8 kg) | ||||||
| Sri Lanka | +38.8% | 749 | 0.51 USD / kg (2,198,909.3 kg) | 0.50 USD / kg (1,921,020.04 kg) | 0.52 USD / kg (157,192.95 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Costa Rica | -56.6% | 640 | 0.68 USD / kg (1,235,085.91 kg) | 0.66 USD / kg (1,248,841.499 kg) | 0.63 USD / kg (1,609,241.002 kg) | 0.64 USD / kg (1,343,446.499 kg) | 0.68 USD / kg (518,757.081 kg) | 0.32 USD / kg (15,120 kg) | ||||||
| Philippines | -2.8% | 78 | 0.81 USD / kg (73,430.559 kg) | 1.12 USD / kg (67,015.402 kg) | 0.88 USD / kg (167,238.094 kg) | 0.77 USD / kg (62,361.2 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Ivory Coast | - | 59 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Brazil | -24.1% | 31 | 1.09 USD / kg (6,329 kg) | 0.90 USD / kg (6,812 kg) | 0.96 USD / kg (21,480 kg) | 1.04 USD / kg (2,000 kg) | - (-) | 1.00 USD / kg (4,668 kg) | ||||||
| Peru | +44.6% | 9 | 0.53 USD / kg (118,320 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Fresh Coconut Global Supply Chain Coverage
6,554 companies
2,934 exporters and 3,620 importers are mapped for Fresh Coconut.
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Fresh Coconut Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
2,934 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Fresh Coconut. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Fresh Coconut Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners
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VASHINI AGRO PRIVATE LIMITED
India
Beverage Manufacturing, Food Manufacturing, Food Packaging, Food Services And Drinking Places
Havigo Company Limited
Vietnam
Beverage Manufacturing, Brokers And Trade Agencies, Food Manufacturing, Food Packaging, Others
T&A VN Import Export Company Limited
Vietnam
Brokers And Trade Agencies, Food Manufacturing, Food Packaging
Shine Agrotechnology Private Limited
India
Crop Production, Food Manufacturing, Food Services And Drinking Places
Eastern Merchants PLC
Sri Lanka
Crop Production, Food Manufacturing, Food Services And Drinking Places, Food Wholesalers
MAI KA CO., LTD
Vietnam
Crop Production, Food Manufacturing, Food Services And Drinking Places
Maahir Foods
India
Food Manufacturing
Apex Coco and Solar Energy Limited
India
Beverage Manufacturing, Food Manufacturing, Food Packaging
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Fresh Coconut Global Supplier Catalog Offers and Export Pricing Opportunities
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Fresh Coconut Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
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(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-30
Recently Export Partner Companies: 7
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Animal Production, Food Manufacturing, Others
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale, Farming / Production / Processing / Packing, Food Manufacturing, Trade
Exporting Countries: Algeria, Oman, China, Iraq, United Arab Emirates, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, Vietnam, Indonesia, Egypt
Supplying Products: Buffalo Meat, Buffalo Offal, Frozen Chicken Offal +5
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-30
Recently Export Partner Companies: 10
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Beverage Manufacturing, Food Manufacturing, Food Packaging, Food Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale, Farming / Production / Processing / Packing, Food Manufacturing, Trade
Exporting Countries: Mauritius, Georgia, Turkiye, Dominican Republic, Italy, Canada, Netherlands, United Kingdom, Spain, United States
Supplying Products: Fresh Coconut, Raw Brazil Nut, Coconut Desiccated +5
(Indonesia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-09-19
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Beverage Manufacturing, Brokers And Trade Agencies, Crop Production, Food Manufacturing, Food Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale, Farming / Production / Processing / Packing, Food Manufacturing, Trade
Exporting Countries: Malaysia
Supplying Products: Fresh Coconut, Brown Sugar, Fresh Taro Tuber +4
(Costa Rica)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-26
Recently Export Partner Companies: 3
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: Germany, Italy, Belgium, United Kingdom, Netherlands, United States
Supplying Products: Fresh Coconut, Fresh Papaya, Fresh Potato +3
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-31
Recently Export Partner Companies: 9
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Industries: Crop Production, Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing, Food Manufacturing, Trade
Exporting Countries: Georgia, New Zealand, Libya, Turkiye, Kuwait, Syria, Lebanon, Oman, United Arab Emirates
Supplying Products: Fresh Coconut, Coconut Desiccated, Fresh Chili Pepper +1
(Indonesia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-09-19
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Beverage Manufacturing, Brokers And Trade Agencies, Food Manufacturing, Food Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale, Farming / Production / Processing / Packing, Trade
Exporting Countries: Thailand, China
Supplying Products: Fresh Coconut
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Fresh Coconut Global Exporter Coverage
2,934 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Fresh Coconut supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Top Exporting Countries for Fresh Coconut (HS Code 080119) in 2024
For Fresh Coconut in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thailand | 266,269,479 kg | 227,195,003.29 USD |
| 2 | India | 56,861,471.984 kg | 40,141,075.288 USD |
| 3 | Netherlands | 6,653,051 kg | 11,692,006.862 USD |
| 4 | Mexico | 15,502,557 kg | 11,470,174 USD |
| 5 | Sri Lanka | 12,013,991 kg | 6,707,026.421 USD |
| 6 | Philippines | 3,663,703.01 kg | 6,592,512 USD |
| 7 | Spain | 1,009,542.08 kg | 2,862,240.918 USD |
| 8 | United States | 1,022,507 kg | 2,285,202 USD |
| 9 | Malaysia | 8,217,620.759 kg | 2,124,318.565 USD |
| 10 | Poland | 730,818.49 kg | 1,760,806 USD |
Fresh Coconut Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Fresh Coconut Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
3,620 importer companies are mapped for Fresh Coconut demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Fresh Coconut Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-09-19
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Beverage Manufacturing, Brokers And Trade Agencies, Food Manufacturing, Food Packaging
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-26
Recently Import Partner Companies: 2
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing, Food Services And Drinking Places, Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Thailand)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-09-19
Recently Import Partner Companies: 3
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Beverage Manufacturing, Food Manufacturing, Others
Value Chain Roles: Colombia, Russia, Mexico, Ecuador, Vietnam, Canada, Philippines, South Korea, Panama, United States
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-09-19
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Beverage Manufacturing, Food Manufacturing, Others
Value Chain Roles: Hong Kong, Vietnam, Thailand, China
(Turkiye)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-09-19
Recently Import Partner Companies: 6
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Germany, Switzerland, Venezuela, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Sudan, Yemen, Panama, Egypt, Turkiye, Iraq
(United Arab Emirates)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-28
Recently Import Partner Companies: 3
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Food Manufacturing, Food Packaging, Food Wholesalers, Grocery Stores, Others
Value Chain Roles: India, Turkiye
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Global Importer Coverage
3,620 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Fresh Coconut.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Fresh Coconut (HS Code 080119) in 2024
For Fresh Coconut in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thailand | 392,840,279 kg | 138,061,638.24 USD |
| 2 | Malaysia | 305,384,697.4 kg | 78,058,350.655 USD |
| 3 | United States | 64,521,651 kg | 72,437,966 USD |
| 4 | Canada | 9,197,940.628 kg | 11,610,650.607 USD |
| 5 | Netherlands | 7,595,438 kg | 9,551,484.77 USD |
| 6 | Germany | 2,619,030.012 kg | 5,636,734.369 USD |
| 7 | Spain | 2,457,892.43 kg | 4,897,066.135 USD |
| 8 | Italy | 1,753,774 kg | 2,771,878.944 USD |
| 9 | Australia | 1,765,354.68 kg | 2,663,786.302 USD |
| 10 | Hong Kong | 2,328,289 kg | 2,403,879.972 USD |
Fresh Coconut Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Fresh Coconut
Fresh Coconut Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Fresh Coconut wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2026-04, countries with visible Fresh Coconut wholesale unit prices: Indonesia (0.86 USD / kg), Brazil (0.50 USD / kg), India (0.50 USD / kg), Philippines (0.41 USD / kg), Thailand (0.25 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 | 2026-08 | 2026-09 | 2026-10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philippines | - | 0.44 USD / kg | 0.42 USD / kg | 0.44 USD / kg | 0.43 USD / kg | 0.41 USD / kg | ||||||
| Indonesia | 0.90 USD / kg | 0.90 USD / kg | 0.87 USD / kg | 0.87 USD / kg | 0.87 USD / kg | 0.86 USD / kg | ||||||
| India | 0.64 USD / kg | 0.58 USD / kg | 0.55 USD / kg | 0.55 USD / kg | 0.51 USD / kg | 0.50 USD / kg | ||||||
| Brazil | 0.35 USD / kg | 0.38 USD / kg | 0.46 USD / kg | 0.49 USD / kg | 0.37 USD / kg | 0.50 USD / kg | ||||||
| Thailand | 0.73 USD / kg | 0.65 USD / kg | 0.45 USD / kg | 0.31 USD / kg | 0.26 USD / kg | 0.25 USD / kg |
Fresh Coconut Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Fresh Coconut wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 5 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Philippines | 0.42 USD / kg | 0.38 USD / kg | 0.45 USD / kg | +0.3% |
| 2 | Indonesia | 0.85 USD / kg | 0.55 USD / kg | 1.01 USD / kg | -9.6% |
| 3 | India | 0.53 USD / kg | 0.02 USD / kg | 1.34 USD / kg | -9.3% |
| 4 | Brazil | 0.41 USD / kg | 0.19 USD / kg | 0.90 USD / kg | +10.4% |
| 5 | Thailand | 0.36 USD / kg | 0.08 USD / kg | 1.79 USD / kg | -56.9% |
Latest Fresh Coconut Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 5 Fresh Coconut wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
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|---|---|---|---|
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| 2026-10-01 | Kel*** ***** * ******* ***** ********** | 0.84 USD / kg | |
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Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFresh
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupTropical fruit (coconut; traded as mature in-shell and tender/green drinking coconuts)
Scientific NameCocos nucifera
PerishabilityMedium (mature in-shell coconuts are comparatively resilient; trimmed/peeled tender coconuts are more perishable and hygiene-sensitive).
Growing Conditions
- Tropical climates, generally within about 26°N–26°S; best performance often closer to equatorial belts.
- Perennial palm; suitable in warm, humid environments with adequate rainfall or irrigation and good drainage.
Main VarietiesTall types, Dwarf types, Tall × Dwarf hybrids (common in improved planting material programs)
Consumption Forms
- Tender coconut water (fresh drinking coconuts)
- Fresh kernel/meat from mature coconuts (culinary use)
- Downstream processing into coconut milk/cream, desiccated coconut, and oil (value chain linkages beyond fresh trade)
Grading Factors
- Maturity stage (tender/green vs mature/brown) aligned to intended use
- Size/weight and uniformity
- Absence of cracks/leaks and internal off-odors
- Freedom from mold and excessive surface damage (especially for trimmed/peeled tender coconuts)
Planting to HarvestFlowering commonly begins around 5–7 years after planting (dwarf types earlier, roughly ~3.5–4.5 years), with full bearing developing later; coconut palms can fruit year-round in suitable climates.
Market
Fresh coconut is traded globally mainly as mature brown coconuts in shell and as immature “tender/green” coconuts for drinking coconut water. Production is concentrated across tropical South and Southeast Asia and the Pacific, with large producer bases in Indonesia, India, and the Philippines. International trade is shaped by product form (in-husk vs trimmed/peeled), which drives shelf-life, packaging, and cold-chain needs, and by phytosanitary requirements for pests associated with palms. Market dynamics also reflect strong consumer pull for beverage use (tender coconut water) alongside steady culinary demand for mature coconuts.
Market GrowthMixed (recent trade patterns (time-series verification needed))Trade growth is stronger for tender/ready-to-drink and trimmed formats than for traditional mature in-shell coconuts, with year-to-year variability by route and specification.
Major Producing Countries
- IndonesiaAmong the largest global producers reported in FAO statistics.
- IndiaAmong the largest global producers; significant domestic consumption and processing base.
- PhilippinesAmong the largest global producers; major coconut value-chain country (fresh, copra, oil).
- VietnamSignificant producer and exporter presence in global coconut trade categories.
- ThailandSignificant producer and prominent exporter for tender/trimmed coconut formats.
- Sri LankaNotable producer with established research and export-oriented coconut sector.
- BrazilLarge producer base in the Americas; supply supports domestic and regional markets.
Major Exporting Countries
- ThailandProminent exporter in HS coconut categories for non-desiccated coconuts; strong tender coconut commercialization.
- VietnamSignificant exporter of fresh coconuts (in shell and processed-ready formats) in HS statistics.
- IndonesiaLarge producer with meaningful exports across coconut products; fresh coconut exports vary by year and form.
- PhilippinesMajor coconut value-chain exporter; fresh coconut exports are part of broader coconut trade footprint.
- IndiaLarge producer; exports occur alongside high domestic use, with tender nut-focused varieties documented by ICAR.
- Sri LankaExports coconuts and coconut products; fresh coconut shipments depend on market access and specifications.
Major Importing Countries
- United StatesMajor import market for HS 080119 coconut trade flows in published trade datasets.
- ChinaLarge demand center for fresh/tender coconuts and coconut beverages; imports sourced from Southeast Asia.
- United Arab EmiratesRegional re-export and consumption hub with demand for fresh produce including coconuts.
- NetherlandsEU entry and distribution hub for imported tropical produce, including coconuts.
Specification
Major VarietiesTall coconut types (often used for copra/meat; long-lived plantings), Dwarf coconut types (often used for tender nut production; earlier flowering), Aromatic tender coconut types marketed as premium drinking coconuts (e.g., Nam Hom)
Physical Attributes
- Two dominant traded forms: mature brown coconuts in shell (more durable) and immature green/tender coconuts (higher coconut water use-case).
- Husk and trimming level materially affect dehydration, microbial spoilage risk, and handling requirements.
- Cracking, shell damage, and mold on trimmed surfaces are key quality defects in trade.
Compositional Metrics
- Maturity stage is a primary buyer metric because it determines coconut water volume/quality and kernel development; nuts typically mature about a year after pollination.
Grades
- Commercial specifications commonly cover maturity stage (tender vs mature), size/weight, trimming/peeling style, absence of cracks/leaks, and freedom from mold and off-odors.
Packaging
- Mature coconuts: shipped in sacks, nets, or cartons with ventilation to manage moisture and prevent damage.
- Tender coconuts: often dehusked/trimmed and packed in cartons; film-wrapping and absorbent liners are used in some channels to reduce dehydration and surface contamination.
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Harvest (mature or tender stage) -> dehusking/trimming (as required) -> washing/sanitation -> grading -> packing -> export logistics -> importer distribution to retail/foodservice
Demand Drivers
- Tender coconut consumption for coconut water in retail and foodservice.
- Culinary use of mature coconuts for fresh kernel and household cooking in importing markets.
- Ethical sourcing expectations (including animal-welfare scrutiny) influencing brand and origin choices in some markets.
Temperature
- Trimmed/peeled tender coconuts generally require tighter hygiene and cooler distribution than mature in-husk coconuts because exposed surfaces increase spoilage risk.
- Avoid temperature abuse that accelerates mold growth and off-odors; maintain clean, dry handling to reduce surface contamination.
Shelf Life
- Shelf life varies widely by form: mature in-shell coconuts are comparatively resilient, while trimmed/peeled tender coconuts have shorter commercial windows and are more sensitive to sanitation and temperature control.
Risks
Pest And Disease HighThe invasive Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle (Oryctes rhinoceros), including the highly damaging CRB-G strain documented in parts of the Pacific, can significantly reduce coconut palm productivity and kill trees; outbreaks and spread can trigger heightened quarantine and movement controls that disrupt regional supply and trade logistics.Strengthen phytosanitary screening and surveillance, apply integrated pest management/biocontrol where available, and diversify sourcing across multiple origins to reduce single-region exposure.
Climate MediumTyphoons/cyclones and related flooding/wind damage in tropical production zones can rapidly cut harvestable volumes and damage infrastructure, creating short-notice export interruptions and price volatility.Use multi-origin procurement, monitor cyclone/seasonal forecasts, and maintain contingency inventory for high-throughput import programs.
Food Safety MediumFor tender/trimmed coconuts, exposed surfaces and handling steps (dehusking, trimming, washing) increase risk of microbial spoilage and mold if sanitation and cold-chain discipline are weak, leading to rejections and waste in transit and at destination.Implement validated sanitation programs, minimize handling damage, and align packaging/cold-chain practices to the traded form (in-husk vs trimmed).
Regulatory Compliance MediumFresh coconut trade is sensitive to phytosanitary rules tied to palm pests and to documentation/inspection requirements at borders; compliance failures can result in holds, re-export, or destruction.Maintain robust phytosanitary documentation and audit supplier compliance against destination import protocols and pest-risk requirements.
Sustainability
- Climate exposure in major producing belts (cyclones/typhoons, drought episodes) can create abrupt regional supply shocks for fresh coconuts.
- Aging tall palm stands and replanting cycles affect medium-term productivity in long-established coconut economies (yield decline risk in older plantations).
Labor & Social
- Smallholder dependence and income volatility are material in many coconut-producing countries, increasing sensitivity to farmgate price swings and disaster impacts.
- Ethical harvesting controversy: allegations of trained macaques being used to pick coconuts in parts of Thailand have led to retailer and brand sourcing actions in some markets (animal-welfare and supply-chain due diligence risk).
FAQ
Which countries are the largest coconut producers globally?FAO statistics consistently place Indonesia, India, and the Philippines among the largest global coconut producers, with other major producing countries including Viet Nam, Thailand, Sri Lanka, and Brazil.
What HS code is commonly used for traded fresh (non-desiccated) coconuts in shell?A commonly referenced HS subheading for coconuts in international trade is HS 080119 (coconuts, fresh or dried, other than certain specified forms), as shown in the UN Statistics Division’s HS classification detail.
What is the most critical biosecurity risk that could disrupt coconut supply or trade?The Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle (Oryctes rhinoceros), including invasive strains documented in parts of the Pacific, is a major risk because it can seriously damage or kill coconut palms and can lead to stricter quarantine and movement controls that disrupt supply and trade.
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Indonesia
Thailand
United States
United Arab Emirates
India
Vietnam
Brazil
Netherlands
Canada
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