Fresh Kabocha Squash Market Overview 2026

HS Code
070993
Last Updated
2026-04-12
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
  • Fresh Kabocha Squash market coverage spans 127 countries.
  • 142 exporter companies and 132 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
  • 2,714 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 6 countries.
  • 0 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
  • Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 4.
  • Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
  • Page data last updated on 2026-04-12.

Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Fresh Kabocha Squash

Analyze 2,714 supplier-linked transactions across the top 6 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Fresh Kabocha Squash.

Fresh Kabocha Squash Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum

Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Fresh Kabocha Squash to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Fresh Kabocha Squash: New Zealand (+44.9%), Costa Rica (-36.3%), Mexico (-26.2%).

Fresh Kabocha Squash Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary

As of 2025-05, benchmark Fresh Kabocha Squash country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Fresh Kabocha Squash transaction unit prices: Mexico (0.97 USD / kg), Honduras (0.63 USD / kg).
CountryYoY ChangeTransaction Count2025-052025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-04
New Zealand+44.9%50.81 USD / kg (48,000 kg)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)
Honduras-13- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)1.27 USD / kg (131,030 kg)0.63 USD / kg (83,560 kg)
Costa Rica-36.3%2- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)
Mexico-26.2%2,6920.39 USD / kg (10,974,320.672 kg)0.51 USD / kg (645,924.514 kg)0.51 USD / kg (158,388.41 kg)0.64 USD / kg (237,684.52 kg)0.70 USD / kg (322,170.58 kg)0.97 USD / kg (137,224.7 kg)
Japan+8.5%1- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)
Philippines-1- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)1.16 USD / kg (8,485.9 kg)- (-)
Fresh Kabocha Squash Global Supply Chain Coverage
274 companies
142 exporters and 132 importers are mapped for Fresh Kabocha Squash.
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Fresh Kabocha Squash Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals

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

Fresh Kabocha Squash Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles

Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 142 total exporter companies in the Fresh Kabocha Squash supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-04-28
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Food PackagingFood Services And Drinking PlacesCrop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingDistribution / WholesaleRetailFood Manufacturing
(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-30
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesCrop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingTrade
Exporting Countries: Japan, United States
Supplying Products: Fresh Kabocha Squash
(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-20
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Crop Production
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: United States, Japan
Supplying Products: Fresh Kabocha Squash, Fresh Pumpkin, Fresh Watermelon +2
(Dominican Republic)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-12
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Fresh Kabocha Squash, Fresh Avocado
(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-16
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Sales Revenue: USD 5M - 10M
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: TradeFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: Italy, United States
Supplying Products: Fresh Kabocha Squash, Olive Oil, Cured Olives
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-11-03
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
Exporting Countries: South Korea
Supplying Products: Fresh Kabocha Squash
Fresh Kabocha Squash Global Exporter Coverage
142 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Fresh Kabocha Squash supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Top Exporting Countries for Fresh Kabocha Squash (HS Code 070993) in 2024

For Fresh Kabocha Squash in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
RankCountryVolumeValueReport
1Spain435,704,823.37 kg573,878,365.831 USDView →
2Mexico502,226,613 kg559,258,134 USDView →
3Netherlands44,098,179 kg73,254,273.454 USDView →
4Turkiye92,870,575 kg70,865,968 USDView →
5United States47,055,016 kg64,198,216 USDView →
6Italy31,475,777 kg54,897,936.829 USDView →
7New Zealand63,783,833 kg34,787,098.561 USDView →
8Portugal34,012,569 kg29,671,843.234 USDView →
9Canada30,624,010 kg20,192,127.983 USDView →
10South Africa12,630,461.388 kg17,775,728.122 USDView →

Fresh Kabocha Squash Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary

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Fresh Kabocha Squash Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks

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

Fresh Kabocha Squash Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners

Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 132 total importer companies tracked for Fresh Kabocha Squash. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(India)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-30
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Industries: Crop ProductionFood ManufacturingBrokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: -
(Japan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-12
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Japan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-22
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Japan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-30
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: South Korea
(Japan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-21
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Japan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-04-25
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
132 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Fresh Kabocha Squash.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Fresh Kabocha Squash (HS Code 070993) in 2024

For Fresh Kabocha Squash in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
RankCountryVolumeValueReport
1United States505,445,936 kg573,300,153 USDView →
2Germany120,178,141 kg204,105,062.416 USDView →
3Netherlands85,765,385 kg100,153,021.149 USDView →
4Italy55,038,999 kg68,799,855.733 USDView →
5Canada51,760,885.137 kg66,490,130.721 USDView →
6Japan70,574,179 kg56,893,763.976 USDView →
7Poland28,169,693 kg40,795,210 USDView →
8Belgium24,607,592.76 kg39,810,851.792 USDView →
9Switzerland22,778,353.166 kg39,712,463.995 USDView →
10Spain33,615,282.83 kg31,808,024.44 USDView →

Fresh Kabocha Squash Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary

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Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Fresh Kabocha Squash

Fresh Kabocha Squash Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country

Monthly Fresh Kabocha Squash wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Fresh Kabocha Squash wholesale unit prices: Canada (1.59 USD / kg), Japan (1.56 USD / kg), Italy (1.05 USD / kg), South Korea (0.97 USD / kg), United States (0.93 USD / kg).
Country2025-052025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-04
Japan1.55 USD / kg1.97 USD / kg2.35 USD / kg2.13 USD / kg1.60 USD / kg1.56 USD / kg
United States0.91 USD / kg1.08 USD / kg0.96 USD / kg1.01 USD / kg0.93 USD / kg0.93 USD / kg
Canada1.05 USD / kg1.04 USD / kg0.89 USD / kg1.23 USD / kg1.83 USD / kg1.59 USD / kg
South Korea1.24 USD / kg1.07 USD / kg1.05 USD / kg1.04 USD / kg1.08 USD / kg0.97 USD / kg
Italy----1.05 USD / kg1.05 USD / kg

Fresh Kabocha Squash Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries

Compare Fresh Kabocha Squash wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 5 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
RankCountryAverageLowerUpperYoYReport
1Japan1.77 USD / kg0.65 USD / kg4.36 USD / kg-4.9%View →
2United States0.95 USD / kg0.55 USD / kg2.80 USD / kg-36.0%View →
3Canada1.36 USD / kg0.47 USD / kg3.00 USD / kg+11.6%View →
4South Korea1.07 USD / kg0.13 USD / kg2.55 USD / kg-2.2%View →
5Italy1.05 USD / kg1.03 USD / kg1.06 USD / kg-View →

Latest Fresh Kabocha Squash Wholesale Export Price Updates

Use the latest 5 Fresh Kabocha Squash wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
DateEntry NameUnit Price (USD) 
2026-04-01Squ*** ********* ******** * ******* ***************** * **** ************ ** ** **********27.20 USD / kg
2026-04-01Squ*** ********* **************** * ******* *******************32.11 USD / kg
2026-04-01Squ*** ********* ******** * ******* ******************27.20 USD / kg
2026-04-01Squ*** ********* **************** * ******* ***************** * **** ************ ** ** **********32.11 USD / kg
2026-04-01Squ*** ********* ******** * ******* ************* ****** * **** ************ ** ** **********27.20 USD / kg

Global Farmgate Supplier Price Trends by Country for Fresh Kabocha Squash

Fresh Kabocha Squash Monthly Farmgate Supplier Price Summary by Country

Monthly Fresh Kabocha Squash farmgate unit-price benchmarks by country to monitor supplier-side cost movement.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Fresh Kabocha Squash farmgate unit prices: Thailand (2.16 USD / kg).
Country2025-052025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-04
Thailand1.67 USD / kg1.69 USD / kg1.69 USD / kg1.70 USD / kg1.70 USD / kg2.16 USD / kg

Fresh Kabocha Squash Farmgate Cost Trends by Major Exporting Supplier Countries

Compare Fresh Kabocha Squash farmgate price levels and YoY changes across the top 1 exporting countries to understand origin-side supplier cost structure.
RankCountryAverageLowerUpperYoYReport
1Thailand1.81 USD / kg1.58 USD / kg2.29 USD / kg+19.1%View →

Latest Fresh Kabocha Squash Farmgate Export Cost Updates

Review the latest 4 Fresh Kabocha Squash farmgate updates to monitor origin-side export cost and supplier pricing shifts.
DateEntry NameUnit Price (USD) 
2025-12-01Fre** ******* ****** ************* ********* * *** *1.74 USD / kg
2024-12-01Fre** ******* ****** ****** ******** * *** *0.69 USD / kg
2024-12-01Fre** ******* ****** ****** ******** * **** *8.42 USD / kg
2024-11-01Fre** ******* ****** ******** * *** ** ******** ******0.74 USD / kg

Classification

Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFresh
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product

Raw Material

Commodity GroupCucurbits (winter squash/pumpkin types)
Scientific NameCucurbita maxima
PerishabilityMedium
Growing Conditions
  • Warm-season crop requiring frost-free growing conditions
  • Does not tolerate waterlogged, cold sites
  • Needs reliable water supply during the growing season
Main VarietiesKabocha (Japanese pumpkin / buttercup-type winter squash), Delica-type kabocha, Buttercup-type export squash
Consumption Forms
  • Fresh cooked (roasted, steamed, simmered)
  • Purees and soups (fresh-prepared)
Grading Factors
  • Maturity and rind development
  • Freedom from cracks, soft rot, wet breakdown, and mechanical damage
  • Size/weight uniformity per buyer program
  • Stem integrity and surface defect tolerances
Planting to HarvestApproximately 100 days from planting (varies by cultivar and growing region).

Market

Fresh kabocha squash (a winter squash type) is traded internationally largely within the broader customs category for pumpkins, squash and gourds (HS 070993). Global production is widely distributed across major vegetable-producing countries, while export-oriented “buttercup/kabocha” programs are especially visible in Oceania-to-Asia trade lanes. Japan and the Republic of Korea are prominent destination markets for export buttercup/kabocha squash, with New Zealand positioned as a specialized supplier. Trade performance is highly sensitive to postharvest handling (curing, temperature and humidity management) because chilling injury and storage decay can quickly render shipments unmarketable.
Major Producing Countries
  • ChinaMajor producer within FAOSTAT’s aggregated category 'pumpkins, squash and gourds' (kabocha is a subset within this broader grouping).
  • United StatesLarge producer within FAOSTAT’s aggregated category 'pumpkins, squash and gourds'.
  • MexicoLarge producer within FAOSTAT’s aggregated category 'pumpkins, squash and gourds' and an important export supplier under HS 070993.
  • SpainLarge producer within FAOSTAT’s aggregated category 'pumpkins, squash and gourds'.
  • TurkiyeLarge producer within FAOSTAT’s aggregated category 'pumpkins, squash and gourds'.
  • UkraineLarge producer within FAOSTAT’s aggregated category 'pumpkins, squash and gourds'.
  • RussiaLarge producer within FAOSTAT’s aggregated category 'pumpkins, squash and gourds'.
Major Exporting Countries
  • New ZealandButtercup/kabocha-type squash is grown primarily for export to Japan and the Republic of Korea; New Zealand runs export-oriented supply programs.
  • MexicoKey supplier of fresh squash in North American import markets and a major exporter under HS 070993.
  • TongaSquash is an explicitly targeted agricultural export crop; Japan and the Republic of Korea are referenced as export markets in regional Tonga agriculture summaries.
Major Importing Countries
  • JapanA core destination market for export buttercup/kabocha-type squash from Oceania and the Pacific.
  • South KoreaA key destination market for New Zealand export buttercup/kabocha-type squash.
  • United StatesA major importer of fresh squash in general, with Mexico the leading foreign source in U.S. squash import supply chains.
Supply Calendar
  • New Zealand:Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, JunButtercup squash is handpicked over a December–June window in New Zealand export programs.

Specification

Major VarietiesKabocha (Japanese pumpkin; buttercup-type winter squash), Delica (kabocha-type), Ebisu (kabocha-type), Tetsukabuto (kabocha-type hybrid)
Physical Attributes
  • Hard rind with good rind development at maturity; well-formed fruit is a common quality expectation in winter squash programs.
  • Green-rind kabocha/buttercup types can be sensitive to rind color change (degreening/yellowing) under warmer storage conditions.
Compositional Metrics
  • Buyer-facing quality often emphasizes deep internal color (carotenoid-associated) and higher dry weight with sugar/starch development typical of mature winter squash.
Grades
  • U.S. Grades for Fall and Winter Type Squash and Pumpkin (e.g., U.S. No. 1 and U.S. No. 2) are used in inspection and commercial specification contexts for winter squash.
  • Export programs commonly apply size/weight and defect tolerances aligned to destination buyer specifications.
Packaging
  • Bulk bins and carton-based packing are commonly used for winter squash logistics, depending on destination and channel.
  • In New Zealand export programs, wooden bins with large net weights are used for bulk export handling (example practice in buttercup/kabocha supply chains).

Supply Chain

Value Chain
  • Harvest (minimize stem-end and rind damage) -> curing/hardening -> grading/sorting -> packing -> temperature-managed storage/shipping -> wholesale distribution -> retail/foodservice
Demand Drivers
  • Established culinary demand for kabocha/buttercup-type squash in Japan and the Republic of Korea.
  • Winter squash’s comparatively long storage potential supports longer-distance trade versus many fresh vegetables.
Temperature
  • Postharvest storage guidance for pumpkins and winter squash commonly targets ~12.5–15°C, with strong chilling sensitivity below ~10°C.
  • Green-rind winter squash types (including kabocha/buttercup) may face a trade-off between avoiding degreening at warmer temperatures and avoiding chilling injury at lower temperatures.
Atmosphere Control
  • Controlled/modified atmospheres are generally not widely used for winter squash; guidance emphasizes optimizing temperature and relative humidity first, with limited research evidence for CA benefits in some conditions.
Shelf Life
  • Under recommended storage conditions, pumpkins and winter squash can have multi-month storage potential (often cited as ~2–6 months depending on cultivar and handling), but storage decay risk rises with injury, poor maturity, or unsuitable temperature/humidity.

Risks

Postharvest Quality HighWinter squash (including kabocha/buttercup types) is chilling sensitive; exposure to temperatures below roughly 10°C can trigger chilling injury and accelerate decay, creating sudden quality failures and shipment rejections in global trade.Use curing/hardening, avoid rind and stem-end injuries, and maintain temperature-managed handling with typical targets around 12.5–15°C (with careful management for green-rind types), plus appropriate relative humidity and ventilation.
Plant Disease MediumStorage decay can be driven by multiple fungal pathogens (e.g., Fusarium, Pythium, anthracnose/Colletotrichum, gummy stem blight/black rot), and risk increases when fruit are immature, injured, or handled under poor storage conditions.Strengthen field disease control and harvest maturity management, reduce mechanical damage, and maintain clean, ventilated storage with appropriate temperature/humidity.
Regulatory Compliance MediumMarket access depends on meeting destination phytosanitary, hygiene, and grade/defect requirements; non-compliance can cause border holds, downgrades, or rejections even when supply is available.Align packhouse SOPs to Codex hygienic practices for fresh produce and implement objective grading/inspection standards appropriate to the trading channel.
Sustainability
  • Postharvest food loss risk: chilling injury and storage decay can drive shrink and waste in long-distance trade if temperature/humidity and handling are not tightly controlled.

FAQ

What trade code commonly covers fresh kabocha squash in international statistics?Fresh kabocha squash is typically captured within HS 070993, which covers fresh or chilled pumpkins, squash and gourds (Cucurbita spp.).
What storage temperatures are commonly recommended to reduce chilling injury risk for kabocha/winter squash shipments?Postharvest guidance for pumpkins and winter squash commonly targets about 12.5–15°C and warns that storage below about 10°C can cause chilling injury and increased decay.
Which markets are commonly referenced for export-oriented buttercup/kabocha squash from New Zealand and Tonga?New Zealand buttercup/kabocha squash programs explicitly reference Japan and the Republic of Korea as major export markets, and regional Tonga agriculture summaries also reference Japan and Korea among squash export destinations.

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