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Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Green Tea
Analyze 18,133 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Green Tea.
Green Tea Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Green Tea to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Green Tea: United States (+63.0%), United Kingdom (+61.9%), China (+53.9%).
Green Tea Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-05, benchmark Green Tea country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Green Tea transaction unit prices: France (41.69 USD / kg), Germany (23.68 USD / kg), Chile (22.80 USD / kg), Colombia (19.17 USD / kg), Ukraine (18.00 USD / kg), 15 more countries.
4,745 exporters and 5,327 importers are mapped for Green Tea.
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Green Tea Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
4,745 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Green Tea. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Green Tea Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners
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Green Tea Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
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Exporter company count is a key signal for Green Tea supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Top Exporting Countries for Green Tea (HS Code 090220) in 2024
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Green Tea Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Green Tea Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
5,327 importer companies are mapped for Green Tea demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Green Tea Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 5,327 total importer companies tracked for Green Tea. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(South Africa)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-14
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Iran)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-19
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersOthersFreight Forwarding And Intermodal
Value Chain Roles: -
(Peru)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-07-01
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Kenya)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-14
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Bolivia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-14
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: OthersFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-14
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
5,327 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Green Tea.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Green Tea (HS Code 090220) in 2024
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Green Tea Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormDried
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupTea (beverage crop)
Scientific NameCamellia sinensis (L.) Kuntze
PerishabilityLow (shelf-stable when properly dried), but quality is sensitive to moisture, oxygen, heat, light, and odors
Growing Conditions
Humid subtropical to tropical climates with adequate rainfall or irrigation
Acidic, well-drained soils; erosion control important on sloped tea landscapes
Altitude and microclimate influence flavor development and seasonal flush timing
Shading practices are used in some systems for specific high-umami green tea styles
Main VarietiesCamellia sinensis var. sinensis, Camellia sinensis var. assamica
Consumption Forms
Brewed beverage (loose leaf and tea bags)
Powdered matcha prepared as a beverage
Food and beverage ingredient (extracts/powders) for RTD tea, dairy, bakery, and confectionery
Grading Factors
Leaf appearance and uniformity (style-dependent shaping/rolling)
Aroma and liquor color (sensory)
Moisture control and absence of foreign matter
Particle size distribution for leaf grades or fineness for matcha powder
Residue and contaminant compliance for target import markets
Market
Green tea is a globally traded, non-fermented tea product made from Camellia sinensis leaves, with production and export supply strongly anchored in East and Southeast Asia. UN Comtrade data (via WITS) show China as the leading exporter across green tea HS subheadings, with Japan also a major exporter—especially for higher-value Japanese styles. On the demand side, bulk green tea imports are notably concentrated in Morocco, while the United States and multiple European markets are large importers of both retail-packed and bulk formats. Market dynamics are shaped by quality differentiation (origin/style), residue-compliance requirements, and freshness-sensitive logistics for premium products (e.g., matcha and first-flush teas).
Major Producing Countries
ChinaLargest global tea producer (FAOSTAT/UNdata) and leading exporter of green tea in UN Comtrade (WITS).
JapanMajor producer/exporter of premium green tea styles (e.g., sencha and matcha); distinct seasonal flush patterns.
VietnamSignificant producer and exporter of green tea, including bulk formats.
IndonesiaProducer and exporter of green tea, including bulk trade to international markets.
IndiaMajor tea producer overall (FAOSTAT/UNdata); green tea is a smaller share relative to black tea but present in export trade data.
Major Exporting Countries
ChinaTop exporter for green tea HS 0902.10 and HS 0902.20 in UN Comtrade data (WITS, 2024).
JapanConsistent top-tier exporter for green tea HS 0902.10 and HS 0902.20 in UN Comtrade data (WITS, 2024).
Sri LankaExports green tea in retail-packed formats (HS 0902.10) in UN Comtrade data (WITS, 2024), alongside a larger black-tea export base.
GermanyProminent exporter in UN Comtrade data (WITS, 2024), consistent with blending/packing and re-export activity.
PolandProminent exporter in retail-packed green tea (HS 0902.10) in UN Comtrade data (WITS, 2024), consistent with packing/re-export.
Major Importing Countries
MoroccoLargest bulk-format importer of green tea (HS 0902.20) in UN Comtrade data (WITS, 2024).
United StatesMajor importer of both retail-packed green tea (HS 0902.10) and bulk green tea (HS 0902.20) in UN Comtrade data (WITS, 2024).
FranceLarge importer of retail-packed green tea (HS 0902.10) and also an importer of bulk green tea (HS 0902.20) in UN Comtrade data (WITS, 2024).
NetherlandsSignificant importer of retail-packed green tea (HS 0902.10) in UN Comtrade data (WITS, 2024), consistent with EU logistics/distribution roles.
GermanyMajor importer of bulk green tea (HS 0902.20) and also active in export/re-export flows in UN Comtrade data (WITS, 2024).
CanadaSignificant importer of retail-packed green tea (HS 0902.10) in UN Comtrade data (WITS, 2024).
UzbekistanLarge importer of bulk green tea (HS 0902.20) in UN Comtrade data (WITS, 2024).
Supply Calendar
China (e.g., Zhejiang province Longjing/Dragon Well areas):Mar, Apr, MaySpring green tea plucking begins in March in key regions and continues through spring; timing is sensitive to temperature patterns.
Japan:Apr, May, JunFirst flush (ichibancha) typically spans late March to mid-May by region; second harvest is typically in June/July.
Vietnam (e.g., Thai Nguyen):Mar, Apr, May, Jun, JulProduction can be year-round in some areas; spring and summer are commonly highlighted harvest periods.
Specification
Major VarietiesLongjing (Dragon Well), Gunpowder green tea, Chun Mee, Sencha, Matcha, Gyokuro, Bancha
Physical Attributes
Non-fermented (oxidation is prevented during manufacture), yielding green leaf and green-yellow liquor
Aroma and taste often described as fresh/vegetal; some styles emphasize umami (e.g., shaded Japanese teas)
Form varies by style: whole leaf, rolled/pellet (e.g., gunpowder), or finely milled powder (matcha)
Compositional Metrics
Moisture content is a core shelf-stability parameter for dried tea
Extractable solids (water extract) and ash-related measures are commonly used in basic quality assessment frameworks
Polyphenol/catechin and caffeine levels are frequently referenced in buyer specifications, especially for premium/powdered formats
Grades
ISO 11287:2011 provides a recognized baseline definition and basic requirements for green tea used in commercial specifications
Origin- and style-specific grade terms (e.g., first-flush vs later flush; ceremonial vs culinary matcha) are common in contracts but are not globally harmonized
Packaging
Bulk sacks or cartons with food-grade inner liners for industrial/bulk trade
Aluminum-laminated, oxygen- and light-barrier pouches (often with nitrogen flushing) for premium freshness protection
Metal tins for high-value teas and powdered matcha
Retail cartons and tea bags for consumer channels
ProcessingHeat-fixation step to prevent oxidation (commonly by steaming or pan-firing), followed by rolling/shaping and dryingShading pre-harvest is used for specific Japanese styles (e.g., matcha/gyokuro) to shift flavor profile and color intensityPowdered matcha requires additional milling of dried tea material into a fine powder, increasing oxygen/light sensitivity
Consumer health positioning and functional-beverage demand for green-tea-based products
Growth of matcha use in beverages, bakery, and confectionery applications
Ready-to-drink tea and foodservice beverage innovation supporting additional green tea demand
Temperature
Ambient shipping is typical, but temperature stability matters for premium teas; avoid prolonged heat exposure that accelerates flavor loss
Moisture control is critical: prevent condensation events during container moves and storage
Atmosphere Control
Oxygen and light barriers are important for quality retention; nitrogen flushing is commonly used for premium green tea and matcha
Odor protection is essential because dried tea readily absorbs foreign aromas during warehousing and transport
Shelf Life
Shelf-stable when kept dry, cool, and protected from oxygen/light, but sensory quality can deteriorate well before end-of-life if packaging is compromised
Matcha and first-flush teas are typically more freshness-sensitive than conventional leaf teas
Risks
Supply Concentration HighUN Comtrade data (via WITS) show China as the leading exporter of green tea across HS 0902.10 and HS 0902.20, making global buyers exposed to production shocks (weather impacts on spring flush), logistics disruptions, or policy changes affecting Chinese export availability and pricing.Use multi-origin sourcing and blending strategies (e.g., China/Japan/Vietnam/Indonesia/Sri Lanka/India), pre-qualify secondary origins, and structure contracts with quality and substitution clauses.
Regulatory Compliance HighGreen tea is exposed to shipment rejections and market-access risk driven by pesticide residue limits and contaminant standards; requirements differ across importing jurisdictions and are actively managed in international standard-setting and Codex MRL references.Implement supplier GAP programs, routine multi-residue testing with accredited labs, and destination-specific compliance matrices (Codex/EU/US/Japan) before shipment.
Climate MediumTea phenology is sensitive to temperature and rainfall; climate-driven shifts in harvest timing can compress peak-quality windows (notably spring harvests) and increase quality variability in major origins.Diversify across agro-ecological zones and elevations, monitor seasonal indicators for flush timing, and adjust procurement calendars and blending to manage variability.
Quality Degradation MediumBecause dried tea can absorb moisture and odors and is sensitive to oxygen/light exposure, packaging failures and poor container/warehouse conditions can cause rapid loss of aroma and color—especially for matcha and premium first-flush teas.Specify barrier packaging and sealing integrity, add desiccants where appropriate, require odor-free container protocols, and use temperature/humidity monitoring for premium lanes.
Sustainability
Climate vulnerability in tea landscapes (temperature and rainfall shifts affecting yield timing and quality)
Agrochemical stewardship and runoff risk, linked to compliance and environmental concerns
Energy use and emissions from heat-based processing (fixation and drying) and from packaging choices
Packaging footprint for premium formats relying on multilayer barrier materials
Labor & Social
Low wages and worker welfare concerns on tea plantations/estates, including occupational health risks and gender-related vulnerabilities
Smallholder income volatility and bargaining-power constraints in fragmented tea supply chains
Growing reliance on certification and audit schemes (e.g., Fairtrade, Rainforest Alliance) to address labor and livelihood issues
FAQ
Which HS codes are commonly used for green tea in international trade statistics?Green tea is commonly tracked under HS 0902.10 (green tea in immediate packings not exceeding 3 kg) and HS 0902.20 (other green tea, often bulk formats).
Which countries are the largest exporters of green tea globally?UN Comtrade data accessed via WITS show China as the top exporter for both retail-packed (HS 0902.10) and bulk green tea (HS 0902.20), with Japan also a major exporter. Germany and Poland appear prominently in export rankings, consistent with packaging, blending, and re-export roles.
Which markets are major importers of bulk green tea?UN Comtrade data accessed via WITS indicate Morocco is the largest importer of bulk green tea (HS 0902.20), with the United States and multiple European markets also importing significant volumes.
When does Japan’s first green tea harvest typically occur?Japan’s first flush (ichibancha) is commonly described as occurring from late March through mid-May depending on region and climate, with subsequent harvests typically occurring in early summer.
Is there an international standard that defines basic requirements for green tea?Yes. ISO 11287:2011 is an international standard titled “Green tea — Definition and basic requirements,” which is commonly referenced as a baseline definition and specification framework.
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