HS Code
070999
Last Updated
2026-04-29
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Fresh Kangkong market coverage spans 134 countries.
- 31 exporter companies and 69 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 1,208 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 4 countries.
- 0 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 5.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-04-29.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Fresh Kangkong
Analyze 1,208 supplier-linked transactions across the top 4 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Fresh Kangkong.
Fresh Kangkong Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Fresh Kangkong to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Fresh Kangkong: Vietnam (-24.2%), Sri Lanka (+8.4%).
Fresh Kangkong Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-06, benchmark Fresh Kangkong country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-11, countries with visible Fresh Kangkong transaction unit prices: Vietnam (2.31 USD / kg).
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vietnam | -24.2% | 1,202 | 1.75 USD / kg (3,512.1 kg) | 1.39 USD / kg (2,994.5 kg) | 1.47 USD / kg (5,263 kg) | 1.90 USD / kg (84,137.2 kg) | 2.24 USD / kg (96,233.9 kg) | 2.31 USD / kg (48,997.6 kg) | ||||||
| Indonesia | - | 4 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Thailand | - | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 3.52 USD / kg (250 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Sri Lanka | +8.4% | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Fresh Kangkong Global Supply Chain Coverage
100 companies
31 exporters and 69 importers are mapped for Fresh Kangkong.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Fresh Kangkong, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Fresh Kangkong Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
31 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Fresh Kangkong. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Fresh Kangkong Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 31 total exporter companies in the Fresh Kangkong supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Indonesia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-11-04
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 501 - 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 5M - 10M
Industries: Crop Production
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: Philippines, Malaysia, India
Supplying Products: Fresh Kangkong, Squash Seed, Bottle Gourd Seed +4
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-15
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Crop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: Thailand
Supplying Products: Fresh Kangkong, Long Bean Seeds
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-25
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Crop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingDistribution / WholesaleFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Vietnam, Switzerland
Supplying Products: Fresh Kangkong, Fresh Basil Leaf, Fresh Green Onion +5
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-30
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood PackagingCrop ProductionFood ManufacturingBrokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTradeFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: Czechia, Vietnam
Supplying Products: Fresh Lemongrass, Fresh Kangkong, Fresh Perilla Leaves +5
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-27
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Crop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: TradeFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: Canada, Vietnam
Supplying Products: Fresh Chili Pepper, Fresh Kangkong, Fresh Perilla Leaves +5
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-29
Recently Export Partner Companies: 3
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesCrop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: TradeFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Vietnam
Supplying Products: Fresh Green Onion, Fresh Eggplant, Fresh Kangkong +5
Fresh Kangkong Global Exporter Coverage
31 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Fresh Kangkong supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Fresh Kangkong opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.
Top Exporting Countries for Fresh Kangkong (HS Code 070999) in 2024
For Fresh Kangkong in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Netherlands | 146,249,099.53 kg | 567,583,504.938 USD |
| 2 | Italy | 201,716,035 kg | 527,970,290.947 USD |
| 3 | Mexico | 402,033,325 kg | 361,417,840 USD |
| 4 | Spain | 124,083,682.796 kg | 213,360,175.906 USD |
| 5 | United States | 144,715,615 kg | 213,258,956 USD |
| 6 | Egypt | 34,384,846.864 kg | 99,291,723.277 USD |
| 7 | India | 110,999,563 kg | 87,951,555.444 USD |
| 8 | Uzbekistan | 78,453,081.454 kg | 55,523,422.94 USD |
| 9 | Germany | 13,214,248 kg | 38,540,319.957 USD |
| 10 | Belgium | 45,031,645.42 kg | 35,934,625.553 USD |
Fresh Kangkong Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
Track Fresh Kangkong exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.
Fresh Kangkong Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
69 importer companies are mapped for Fresh Kangkong demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Fresh Kangkong Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 69 total importer companies tracked for Fresh Kangkong. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-29
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Thailand)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-15
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food PackagingCrop ProductionOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Switzerland)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-08-16
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Thailand)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-10-29
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 500M - 1B
Industries: Crop ProductionBrokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: India, Vietnam, Costa Rica, Bolivia
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-29
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Turkiye)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-29
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
69 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Fresh Kangkong.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Fresh Kangkong buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.
Top Import Demand Countries for Fresh Kangkong (HS Code 070999) in 2024
For Fresh Kangkong in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 470,798,880 kg | 503,373,731 USD |
| 2 | Hong Kong | 363,544,980 kg | 435,074,434.117 USD |
| 3 | Germany | 146,583,317.975 kg | 433,108,055.445 USD |
| 4 | Netherlands | 257,013,481.975 kg | 360,950,393.589 USD |
| 5 | Canada | 120,116,456.227 kg | 214,466,658.485 USD |
| 6 | Belgium | 40,205,599.38 kg | 91,847,429.09 USD |
| 7 | Poland | 31,938,240 kg | 85,445,007 USD |
| 8 | Sweden | 29,734,067.411 kg | 56,627,983.437 USD |
| 9 | Switzerland | 14,567,926.605 kg | 52,769,813.061 USD |
| 10 | Italy | 25,319,086 kg | 49,376,928.035 USD |
Fresh Kangkong Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
Analyze Fresh Kangkong origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.
Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Fresh Kangkong
Fresh Kangkong Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Fresh Kangkong wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-11, countries with visible Fresh Kangkong wholesale unit prices: China (0.94 USD / kg), Thailand (0.74 USD / kg), Malaysia (0.45 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thailand | 0.67 USD / kg | 0.62 USD / kg | 0.57 USD / kg | 0.65 USD / kg | 0.59 USD / kg | 0.74 USD / kg | ||||||
| Malaysia | 0.46 USD / kg | 0.45 USD / kg | 0.40 USD / kg | 0.42 USD / kg | 0.45 USD / kg | 0.45 USD / kg | ||||||
| China | 0.58 USD / kg | 0.54 USD / kg | 0.56 USD / kg | 0.61 USD / kg | 0.72 USD / kg | 0.94 USD / kg | ||||||
| Australia | 4.22 USD / kg | 4.56 USD / kg | 4.57 USD / kg | 5.04 USD / kg | - | - | ||||||
| Hong Kong | 1.14 USD / kg | 1.20 USD / kg | 1.54 USD / kg | 1.51 USD / kg | 1.50 USD / kg | - |
Fresh Kangkong Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Fresh Kangkong wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 5 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
Latest Fresh Kangkong Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 5 Fresh Kangkong wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-01 | 蕹菜-** * ***** *** | 0.50 USD / kg | |
| 2026-04-01 | 蕹菜-** * ***** *** | 0.84 USD / kg | |
| 2026-04-01 | 蕹菜-** * ***** *** | 1.04 USD / kg | |
| 2026-04-01 | 蕹菜-*** * ***** *** | 1.07 USD / kg | |
| 2026-04-01 | 蕹菜(*** *** * *** ****** | 3.69 USD / kg |
Global Farmgate Supplier Price Trends by Country for Fresh Kangkong
Fresh Kangkong Monthly Farmgate Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Fresh Kangkong farmgate unit-price benchmarks by country to monitor supplier-side cost movement.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Fresh Kangkong farmgate unit prices: Myanmar [Burma] (5.18 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Myanmar [Burma] | 3.33 USD / kg | 4.43 USD / kg | 5.18 USD / kg | 5.17 USD / kg | 5.18 USD / kg | - |
Fresh Kangkong Farmgate Cost Trends by Major Exporting Supplier Countries
Compare Fresh Kangkong farmgate price levels and YoY changes across the top 1 exporting countries to understand origin-side supplier cost structure.
| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Myanmar [Burma] | 4.27 USD / kg | 2.60 USD / kg | 5.38 USD / kg | +31.1% |
Latest Fresh Kangkong Farmgate Export Cost Updates
Review the latest 5 Fresh Kangkong farmgate updates to monitor origin-side export cost and supplier pricing shifts.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-01 | Fre** ******** ***** ******* * *** * | 8.46 USD / kg | |
| 2025-03-01 | Fre** ******** ***** ******* * *** * | 3.42 USD / kg | |
| 2024-11-01 | Fre** ******** ***** ******* * *** * | 3.30 USD / kg | |
| 2024-08-01 | Fre** ******** ******** ************* * * ******* * | 2.36 USD / kg | |
| 2024-08-01 | Fre** ******** ***** ******** ******** * *** * | 2.43 USD / kg |
Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFresh
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupLeafy vegetable (dark green leafy vegetable)
Scientific NameIpomoea aquatica Forssk.
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
- Warm, humid tropical to subtropical conditions; growth and availability are strongly temperature-dependent
- Semi-aquatic cultivation in shallow flooded fields, canals/pond margins, or irrigated moist beds; water should not be stagnant in production systems
Main VarietiesGreen-stem types (soil/moist-bed production), White-stem types (more aquatic/flooded production)
Consumption Forms
- Fresh cooked leafy vegetable (stir-fry, soups, blanching)
- Occasional use in salads or lightly cooked applications depending on local food safety practices
Grading Factors
- Freshness/turgidity (low wilting)
- Bright green leaf color with minimal yellowing
- Tender shoots with low fiber and good stem crispness
- Freedom from decay, excessive soil, and foreign material
- Food safety assurance (water quality controls and contaminant testing where risk is elevated)
Planting to HarvestHarvest may begin about 30–40 days after planting cuttings, or about 60 days from sowing (varies by system).
Market
Fresh kangkong (water spinach, Ipomoea aquatica) is a fast-growing leafy vegetable primarily produced and consumed across East, South, and Southeast Asia, with supply typically organized around short local and regional distribution due to rapid postharvest deterioration. Long-distance international trade is comparatively limited versus hardier vegetables because the product wilts quickly and is sensitive to improper cold storage. Food safety risk management is central to trade positioning because the crop is often associated with wet or aquatic cultivation environments, which can elevate contamination risks if water quality is poor. In some destination markets, biosecurity concerns (invasive aquatic weed risk) can restrict importation and movement, shaping market access requirements.
Market GrowthNot Mentioned
Major Producing Countries
- ChinaWidely cultivated and consumed in Asia; specialized production can be seasonal in cooler subtropical locations.
- IndonesiaCommonly cultivated and consumed; typically supplied through short local chains.
- ThailandCommonly cultivated and consumed; documented food safety concerns include potential contaminant uptake in some production areas.
- VietnamCommonly cultivated and consumed; typically supplied through short local chains.
- PhilippinesCommonly cultivated and consumed; typically supplied through short local chains.
- IndiaCultivated and consumed as a leafy vegetable; supply is mainly domestic/regional.
Specification
Major VarietiesGreen-stem types (often marketed as 'Ching Quat'), White-stem types (often marketed as 'Pak Quat')
Physical Attributes
- Hollow, succulent stems with tender shoot tips and leaves (quality deteriorates rapidly after harvest)
- Semi-aquatic growth habit; cultivated in moist soil beds or flooded/aquatic systems depending on type
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Harvest (young shoots) -> trimming/sorting -> washing/sanitation with fit-for-purpose water -> draining -> packing -> refrigerated distribution -> retail/foodservice
Demand Drivers
- High baseline demand in Southeast Asian cuisines and regional fresh markets
- Diaspora retail and foodservice demand where market access is permitted and cold-chain is available
Temperature
- Cold chain helps slow senescence, but overly low temperatures can cause chilling injury; storage around 5–10°C is reported to better maintain quality than 0°C in controlled studies
Shelf Life
- Short shelf life: quality maintenance reported around ~8 days under 5–10°C storage in experimental conditions; senescence accelerates at warmer temperatures and chilling injury can occur at 0°C
Risks
Food Safety HighBecause water spinach is commonly grown in wet environments, poor-quality irrigation or wash water and contaminated growing waters can elevate risks of microbiological contamination and chemical contaminants (e.g., heavy metals or arsenic uptake), creating high disruption risk via border rejections, recalls, or loss of buyer confidence.Implement GAP/GHP with water risk assessment and fit-for-purpose water controls (source protection, treatment where needed, and verification testing); apply Codex-aligned hygiene controls for fresh leafy vegetables.
Regulatory Compliance HighMarket access can be constrained by invasive-weed regulation in some destinations; in the United States, water spinach is regulated as a Federal noxious weed, and importation/interstate movement can require permits and compliance with APHIS rules.Confirm destination-country biosecurity status before contracting; ensure permits and compliant supply chains where allowed, and consider alternative products/origins for restricted markets.
Shelf Life Limitation MediumFresh kangkong has rapid postharvest quality loss (wilting, yellowing/decay) and is sensitive to temperature mismanagement; very low temperatures can induce chilling injury while higher temperatures accelerate senescence.Harvest during cooler periods, minimize time-to-cooling, maintain high humidity, and manage cold chain in a narrow temperature band validated for the product.
Sustainability
- Water stewardship and wastewater contamination risk in wet/aquatic production systems (potential uptake of heavy metals or arsenic where water/soil is contaminated)
- Biosecurity and invasive-species risk (regulated as a noxious/invasive aquatic plant in some jurisdictions)
Labor & Social
- Worker health and safety considerations where production is associated with wastewater-adjacent canals/ponds and where hygiene controls are weak
FAQ
Why can fresh kangkong (water spinach) be difficult to trade internationally?It is highly perishable (wilts and senesces quickly) and is sensitive to temperature mismanagement, which limits long-distance shipping. In addition, some destinations restrict the species on biosecurity grounds; for example, the U.S. regulates it as a Federal noxious weed, which can require permits and compliance steps that limit market access.
What storage temperature range is commonly referenced to retain quality for fresh kangkong?Experimental storage work indicates that very low temperatures (around 0°C) can trigger chilling injury, while warmer conditions accelerate senescence. In one study, storage at 5–10°C maintained overall quality better than 0°C and 15°C, with reported acceptable quality for about 8 days under those conditions.
What is the most critical food safety concern for water spinach supply chains?Water and environmental contamination is a top concern because water spinach is often produced in wet environments; contaminated growing or wash water can increase microbiological hazards and chemical contaminant risks. Research from Thailand has documented heavy metal accumulation risks in some production settings, and Codex guidance emphasizes fit-for-purpose water and hygiene controls for fresh leafy vegetables.
Are there different commercial types of kangkong traded in markets?Yes. Commonly referenced market types include green-stem and white-stem forms, which are associated with different growing systems (moist soil beds versus more aquatic/flooded conditions) and are often marketed under names such as “Ching Quat” (green stem) and “Pak Quat” (white stem).
Sources
Fresh Kangkong Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
Explore country-level Fresh Kangkong market pages for supplier coverage, trade flows, and price benchmarks.
All country market pages: Netherlands, Philippines, Thailand, Canada, China, Vietnam, Czechia, Indonesia, Iceland, Italy, Kazakhstan, Mexico, Malaysia, Spain, India, United States, Sri Lanka, Turkiye, Germany, Ethiopia, France, Hong Kong, Cambodia, Myanmar [Burma], United Kingdom, Kenya, Nigeria, Austria, Honduras, Uganda, Belgium, Costa Rica, Morocco, Poland, Tanzania, Senegal, South Africa, Egypt, Sweden, Singapore, Nepal, United Arab Emirates, Pakistan, Denmark, Saudi Arabia, Uzbekistan, Israel, Switzerland, Greece, Kuwait, Jordan, Guatemala, Japan, Portugal, Nicaragua, Slovakia, South Korea, Andorra, Australia, Dominican Republic, Norway, Luxembourg, Romania, Finland, Ukraine, Ireland, Qatar, Serbia, Hungary, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Macao, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Croatia, Oman, Bahamas, Bahrain, Colombia, Slovenia, Maldives, El Salvador, Lithuania, New Zealand, Brunei, Albania, Argentina, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Benin, Bermuda, Bolivia, Brazil, Botswana, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Chile, Cuba, Cyprus, Ecuador, Estonia, Fiji, Gabon, Gambia, Iran, Jamaica, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Lesotho, Latvia, Moldova, Montenegro, Madagascar, Mongolia, Malta, Mauritius, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Panama, Peru, Paraguay, Swaziland, Togo, Tunisia, Taiwan, Uruguay, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Zambia, Zimbabwe
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