Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- South Korea Green Tea market intelligence page includes 0 premium suppliers.
- 5 sampled export transactions for South Korea are summarized.
- 64 export partner companies and 50 import partner companies are mapped for Green Tea in South Korea.
- Wholesale sample entries: 0; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- 5 export partner countries and 5 import partner countries are ranked.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2024.
- Page data last updated on 2026-04-04.
Green Tea Export Supplier Intelligence, Price Trends, and Trade Flows in South Korea
64 export partner companies are tracked for Green Tea in South Korea. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to validate exporter coverage, partner quality, and route priorities.
Explore Green Tea export intelligence in South Korea, including 5 sampled supplier transactions, monthly unit-price ranges, and partner-country trade flow patterns for HS Code 090220.
Scatter points are sampled from 100.0% of the full transaction dataset.
Sample Export Supplier Transaction Records for Green Tea in South Korea
5 sampled Green Tea transactions in South Korea include date, origin, and partner-country context to benchmark export prices and supplier trading patterns.
Green Tea sampled transaction unit prices by date in South Korea: 2025-08-21: 1.36 USD / kg, 2025-06-03: 39.00 USD / kg, 2025-04-11: 0.55 USD / kg, 2025-03-29: 17.86 USD / kg, 2025-03-16: 0.90 USD / kg.
| Date | Reported Product | Unit Price | Exporter | Importer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-08-21 | Unk**** ******* | 1.36 USD / kg | (South Korea) | (Chile) | |
| 2025-06-03 | TE ***** ** ***** | 39.00 USD / kg | (South Korea) | (Bolivia) | |
| 2025-04-11 | Unk**** ******* | 0.55 USD / kg | (South Korea) | (Chile) | |
| 2025-03-29 | POL** ** ** ***** | 17.86 USD / kg | (South Korea) | (Mexico) | |
| 2025-03-16 | DON**** ***** *** | 0.90 USD / kg | (South Korea) | (Philippines) |
Top Green Tea Export Suppliers and Companies in South Korea
Review leading exporter profiles and benchmark them against 64 total export partner companies tracked for Green Tea in South Korea. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to shortlist sourcing and export partners faster.
(South Korea)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-04
Industries: Food PackagingBeverage ManufacturingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingDistribution / Wholesale
(South Korea)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-04
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(South Korea)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-04
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / Wholesale
(South Korea)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-04
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(South Korea)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-04
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: OthersGrocery Stores
Value Chain Roles: Retail
(South Korea)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-04
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
South Korea Export Partner Coverage
64 companies
Total export partner company count is a core signal of South Korea export network depth for Green Tea.
Exporters and importers can open Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to assess Green Tea partner concentration, capacity signals, and trade relevance in South Korea.
Annual Export Value, Volume, and Supplier Market Size for Green Tea in South Korea (HS Code 090220)
Analyze 3 years of Green Tea export volume and value in South Korea to evaluate supplier market growth, seasonality, and trade volatility.
| Year | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 136,137 | 4,508,662 USD |
| 2023 | 153,637 | 5,312,156 USD |
| 2022 | 136,986 | 4,015,820 USD |
Top Destination Markets for Green Tea Exports from South Korea (HS Code 090220) in 2024
For 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 5 destination countries for Green Tea exports from South Korea.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 69,034.881 | 3,077,319 USD |
| 2 | Australia | 22,271.3 | 436,216 USD |
| 3 | Netherlands | 7,905 | 222,553 USD |
| 4 | Mexico | 10,500 | 190,464 USD |
| 5 | Germany | 7,637.98 | 185,578 USD |
Green Tea Import Buyer Intelligence and Price Signals in South Korea: Buyers, Demand, and Trade Partners
50 import partner companies are tracked for Green Tea in South Korea. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to analyze buyer demand, partner density, and downstream channels.
Scatter points are sampled from 14.5% of the full transaction dataset.
Sample Import Transaction and Price Records for Green Tea in South Korea
5 sampled Green Tea import transactions in South Korea provide date, origin, and trade-country context to benchmark price levels and demand-side trading patterns.
Green Tea sampled import transaction unit prices by date in South Korea: 2026-03-24: 17.00 USD / kg, 2026-03-23: 0.44 USD / kg, 2026-03-20: 0.67 USD / kg, 2026-03-10: 0.76 USD / kg, 2026-03-10: 0.85 USD / kg.
| Date | Reported Product | Unit Price | Exporter | Importer | Origin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-24 | [녹차**** ************* *** ******* | 17.00 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2026-03-23 | [액상** *** ******** *** ** ***** *** | 0.44 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2026-03-20 | [액상** ** *** ********* *** | 0.67 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2026-03-10 | [액상** *** *** *********** ***** *** ****** | 0.76 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2026-03-10 | [액상** **** ********** ***** *** | 0.85 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - |
Top Green Tea Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners in South Korea
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them with 50 total import partner companies tracked for Green Tea in South Korea. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate demand-side partner fit.
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-04
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-04
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-04
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-04
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood PackagingOthers
Value Chain Roles: OthersDistribution / WholesaleFood Manufacturing
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-04
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingDistribution / Wholesale
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-04
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
South Korea Import Partner Coverage
50 companies
Import partner company count highlights demand-side visibility for Green Tea in South Korea.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Green Tea importers, distributors, and buyer networks in South Korea.
Annual Import Value, Volume, and Demand Size for Green Tea in South Korea (HS Code 090220)
Track 3 years of Green Tea import volume and value in South Korea to assess demand growth and market momentum.
| Year | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 12,555 | 253,942 USD |
| 2023 | 1,790 | 36,806 USD |
| 2022 | 1,779 | 52,386 USD |
Top Origin Supplier Countries Supplying Green Tea to South Korea (HS Code 090220) in 2024
For 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 5 origin supplier countries supplying Green Tea to South Korea.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vietnam | 10,806.2 | 218,884 USD |
| 2 | Japan | 800.652 | 14,434 USD |
| 3 | China | 692.77 | 13,288 USD |
| 4 | United States | 226.544 | 5,061 USD |
| 5 | India | 21.6 | 2,079 USD |
Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormDried
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Market
Green tea (nokcha) in South Korea is produced in a small set of well-known southern regions, with Boseong (Jeollanam-do), Hadong (Gyeongsangnam-do), and Jeju Island frequently referenced as key origins. The domestic market includes premium, seasonally timed first-harvest teas (e.g., ujeon) that are closely associated with spring plucking around the traditional solar term Gogu (around April 20). South Korea is also an active tea-import market, and imported tea/infusion-tea shipments may face strengthened controls, including MFDS inspection orders for certain origins. For market access, regulatory compliance risk is dominated by MFDS import-declaration/inspection requirements and conformance to Korean Food Code specifications (including heavy-metal limits for tea types).
Market RoleDomestic producer with active imports
Domestic RolePremium specialty beverage raw material with a distinct domestic origin segment (Boseong/Hadong/Jeju) alongside imported tea supply for broader consumption
SeasonalityPremium first-harvest green tea (ujeon) is associated with plucking before Gogu (around April 20), with broader spring harvest activity visible in key producing regions such as Boseong.
Specification
Physical Attributes
- Green tea is classified as not fermented; Korean Customs notes green tea is made by heating young leaves, rolling, and drying.
Grades
- Ujeon (first harvest before Gogu)
- Sejak
- Jungjak
- Daejak
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Tea cultivation in key regions (Boseong/Hadong/Jeju) → spring leaf plucking (including premium pre-Gogu harvest) → heat treatment/rolling/drying (green tea) → sorting/packaging → domestic distribution and limited export
Risks
Food Safety HighNon-compliance with MFDS import safety controls can block clearance or trigger enhanced scrutiny for tea products, including (i) conformance to Korean Food Code specifications for tea types (e.g., heavy-metal limits) and (ii) MFDS inspection-order regimes applied to higher-risk imported foods such as infusion tea designated for certain origins (e.g., China).Confirm MFDS foreign facility registration status before shipment, align the product’s tea type to the relevant Korean Food Code specifications, and maintain pre-shipment test documentation (e.g., heavy metals and relevant residues) that can be submitted immediately if the item/origin is under an MFDS inspection order.
Documentation Gap MediumMFDS requires pre-registration of overseas manufacturing facilities for exports to Korea; if pre-registration is not completed, the import declaration may be rejected.Complete and verify MFDS Imported Food Information Maru registrations (importer/foreign facility as applicable) before booking shipments, and ensure shipment paperwork consistently matches the registered facility and product details.
Seasonality MediumPremium Korean green tea supply is seasonal and closely tied to a short spring plucking window (e.g., ujeon harvested before Gogu around April 20), which can constrain availability and increase price/lead-time risk for origin-specific procurement.Contract volume early for spring harvest lots and qualify alternative Korean origins (Boseong/Hadong/Jeju) or product grades to reduce single-window supply exposure.
FAQ
Where are South Korea’s main green tea producing regions?Commonly referenced Korean green tea origins include Boseong-gun (Jeollanam-do), Hadong-gun near Jirisan (Gyeongsangnam-do), and Jeju Island (including the Seogwang tea plantation area associated with O’sulloc).
What is the single biggest trade risk for green tea entering Korea?Failure to meet MFDS import-safety requirements can block clearance or trigger enhanced controls, including compliance with Korean Food Code specifications for tea types (e.g., heavy-metal limits) and, for certain origins/products, MFDS inspection orders that require safety test results before import declaration (infusion tea has been included for China in MFDS notices).
When is “ujeon” (first-harvest) Korean green tea typically picked?Ujeon is associated with tea leaves harvested before the solar term Gogu, which is around April 20; Korea.net’s Boseong photo report (Apr 19, 2021) describes harvesting the day before Gogu and calls it ujeon tea.
Sources
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