Sub Product
Derived Products
HS Code
100490
Last Updated
2026-04-04
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Oat market coverage spans 142 countries.
- 1,277 exporter companies and 1,295 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 4,176 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
- 3 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 2026-04-04.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Oat
Analyze 4,176 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Oat.
Oat Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Oat to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Oat: Costa Rica (+163.3%), Peru (+139.1%), Guatemala (+98.9%).
Oat Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-05, benchmark Oat country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Oat transaction unit prices: Costa Rica (8.93 USD / kg), Ecuador (2.69 USD / kg), South Africa (2.50 USD / kg), United States (2.48 USD / kg), Peru (2.35 USD / kg), 14 more countries.
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-05 | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | -16.4% | 428 | 0.44 USD / kg (3,573,930.969 kg) | 0.34 USD / kg (44,772,533.711 kg) | 0.37 USD / kg (13,547,991 kg) | 0.44 USD / kg (4,588,134.672 kg) | 0.38 USD / kg (4,074,764.031 kg) | 0.33 USD / kg (47,393,370.781 kg) | ||||||
| Finland | +47.6% | 43 | - (-) | 0.78 USD / kg (315,000 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | 0.79 USD / kg (273,300 kg) | 0.79 USD / kg (105,000 kg) | ||||||
| Chile | -10.0% | 1,541 | 0.53 USD / kg (16,967,576.02 kg) | 0.52 USD / kg (15,822,557.68 kg) | 0.52 USD / kg (14,117,176.8 kg) | 0.51 USD / kg (19,991,834.89 kg) | 0.51 USD / kg (18,853,849.91 kg) | 0.50 USD / kg (19,927,686.59 kg) | ||||||
| Ukraine | -1.3% | 493 | 0.23 USD / kg (6,629,603.8 kg) | 0.30 USD / kg (1,762,720 kg) | 0.27 USD / kg (8,737,639.996 kg) | 0.24 USD / kg (8,801,648.007 kg) | 0.23 USD / kg (10,730,195.007 kg) | 0.21 USD / kg (19,052,438.016 kg) | ||||||
| South Africa | +48.5% | 279 | 4.85 USD / kg (22,165.98 kg) | 4.27 USD / kg (1,657.88 kg) | 2.07 USD / kg (1,508.08 kg) | 1.72 USD / kg (15,679.98 kg) | 4.10 USD / kg (3,927.02 kg) | 2.50 USD / kg (13,979.78 kg) | ||||||
| United States | -13.7% | 244 | 0.41 USD / kg (1,189,840.15 kg) | 0.43 USD / kg (1,532,175.28 kg) | 0.81 USD / kg (8,706,820.169 kg) | 0.77 USD / kg (8,580,340.21 kg) | 0.42 USD / kg (1,155,565.131 kg) | 2.48 USD / kg (934,775.6 kg) | ||||||
| Australia | -26.1% | 223 | 0.41 USD / kg (8,354,899.994 kg) | 0.41 USD / kg (3,079,239.991 kg) | 0.42 USD / kg (2,034,269.993 kg) | 0.40 USD / kg (2,953,699.96 kg) | 0.39 USD / kg (7,970,875.007 kg) | 0.40 USD / kg (7,162,610.009 kg) | ||||||
| Brazil | +2.1% | 179 | 0.21 USD / kg (859,752.83 kg) | 1.09 USD / kg (510,794 kg) | 0.43 USD / kg (671,387 kg) | - (-) | 0.32 USD / kg (791,184 kg) | 0.44 USD / kg (1,397,425.2 kg) | ||||||
| India | +26.5% | 135 | 2.87 USD / kg (49,886 kg) | 2.86 USD / kg (6,407.2 kg) | 3.52 USD / kg (2,134.64 kg) | 2.52 USD / kg (4,451 kg) | 1.82 USD / kg (197,500 kg) | 2.10 USD / kg (147,787.04 kg) | ||||||
| Guatemala | +98.9% | 79 | 1.73 USD / kg (121,792.11 kg) | 1.60 USD / kg (121,800.4 kg) | 2.17 USD / kg (51,927.95 kg) | 2.67 USD / kg (13,963.95 kg) | 1.28 USD / kg (84,527.3 kg) | 2.18 USD / kg (73,691.5 kg) |
Oat Global Supply Chain Coverage
2,572 companies
1,277 exporters and 1,295 importers are mapped for Oat.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Oat, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Oat Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
1,277 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Oat. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Oat Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners
3 premium Oat suppliers include country, industry, and contactability signals to prioritize credible export partners faster.
National Cooperative Exports Limited
India
Food ManufacturingFood PackagingOthers
ANKO AGROTRADE SA
Switzerland
Food ManufacturingCrop Production
Health Smart Solutions Pty Ltd
South Africa
Food ManufacturingFood Packaging
Become a Premium Supplier to join the Tridge Supply Chain Network and advance your marketing and export channel strategy.
Oat Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 1,277 total exporter companies in the Oat supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Canada)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-04
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: OthersFreight Forwarding And Intermodal
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleLogisticsOthers
(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-04
Industries: Crop Production
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing
(Singapore)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-04
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Russia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-04
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Land TransportOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleLogisticsOthers
Exporting Countries: China
Supplying Products: Oat, Barley
(United Arab Emirates)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-11-20
Industries: OthersFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / Wholesale
(Lithuania)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-07-27
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food ManufacturingCrop ProductionBeverage Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingFarming / Production / Processing / PackingDistribution / Wholesale
Oat Global Exporter Coverage
1,277 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Oat supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Oat opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.
Top Exporting Countries for Oat (HS Code 100490) in 2024
For Oat in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Canada | 1,509,134,832 kg | 450,616,497.943 USD | View → |
| 2 | Finland | 495,966,242.33 kg | 146,424,190.505 USD | View → |
| 3 | Australia | 322,598,180 kg | 121,032,774.531 USD | View → |
| 4 | Estonia | 110,029,335 kg | 33,504,891.62 USD | View → |
| 5 | Sweden | 97,774,651.105 kg | 31,828,211.437 USD | View → |
| 6 | Poland | 94,232,361.761 kg | 27,391,078 USD | View → |
| 7 | Lithuania | 50,342,949.5 kg | 15,563,846 USD | View → |
| 8 | Latvia | 56,205,553 kg | 15,091,994.434 USD | View → |
| 9 | Ireland | 45,648,647 kg | 14,236,499.318 USD | View → |
| 10 | Czechia | 42,533,654 kg | 14,005,253 USD | View → |
Oat Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
Track Oat exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.
Oat Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
1,295 importer companies are mapped for Oat demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Oat Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 1,295 total importer companies tracked for Oat. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Peru)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-20
Recently Import Partner Companies: 2
Industries: OthersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Ecuador)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersBrokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: -
(Italy)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-04-09
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: OthersFood WholesalersFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: -
(Uruguay)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-11
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food PackagingCrop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Uruguay)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-04
Industries: OthersCrop Production
Value Chain Roles: -
(Switzerland)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
1,295 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Oat.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Oat buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.
Top Import Demand Countries for Oat (HS Code 100490) in 2024
For Oat in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 1,156,507,020 kg | 341,245,791 USD | View → |
| 2 | Germany | 495,097,112.462 kg | 166,660,963.318 USD | View → |
| 3 | Netherlands | 140,728,159 kg | 40,400,071.475 USD | View → |
| 4 | Mexico | 124,574,936 kg | 37,410,848 USD | View → |
| 5 | Denmark | 54,874,975.209 kg | 18,440,734 USD | View → |
| 6 | Switzerland | 47,080,825 kg | 17,698,044.391 USD | View → |
| 7 | Japan | 37,487,046.003 kg | 16,824,338.481 USD | View → |
| 8 | Italy | 46,011,442 kg | 15,760,460.7 USD | View → |
| 9 | Latvia | 45,847,729 kg | 13,420,980.843 USD | View → |
| 10 | Norway | 41,794,303 kg | 13,074,333.101 USD | View → |
Oat Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
Analyze Oat origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.
Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Oat
Oat Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Oat wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Oat wholesale unit prices: Denmark (0.23 USD / kg), Italy (0.23 USD / kg), Germany (0.22 USD / kg), Finland (0.19 USD / kg), Poland (0.16 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-05 | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poland | 0.20 USD / kg | 0.20 USD / kg | 0.20 USD / kg | 0.16 USD / kg | 0.16 USD / kg | 0.16 USD / kg | ||||||
| Finland | 0.20 USD / kg | 0.20 USD / kg | 0.19 USD / kg | 0.19 USD / kg | 0.19 USD / kg | 0.19 USD / kg | ||||||
| Denmark | 0.26 USD / kg | 0.26 USD / kg | 0.27 USD / kg | 0.26 USD / kg | 0.24 USD / kg | 0.23 USD / kg | ||||||
| Germany | 0.29 USD / kg | 0.28 USD / kg | - | 0.27 USD / kg | - | 0.22 USD / kg | ||||||
| Italy | 0.29 USD / kg | 0.28 USD / kg | 0.23 USD / kg | 0.23 USD / kg | 0.23 USD / kg | 0.23 USD / kg |
Oat Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Oat wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 5 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Poland | 0.18 USD / kg | 0.14 USD / kg | 0.21 USD / kg | -11.5% | View → |
| 2 | Finland | 0.20 USD / kg | 0.18 USD / kg | 0.22 USD / kg | -10.8% | View → |
| 3 | Denmark | 0.24 USD / kg | 0.19 USD / kg | 0.27 USD / kg | -21.0% | View → |
| 4 | Germany | 0.25 USD / kg | 0.22 USD / kg | 0.29 USD / kg | -13.3% | View → |
| 5 | Italy | 0.26 USD / kg | 0.23 USD / kg | 0.31 USD / kg | -11.9% | View → |
Latest Oat Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 5 Oat wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-01 | Fee* **** * ************ ********* | 194.93 USD / kg | |
| 2026-03-01 | Fee* **** * ************ ********* | 203.46 USD / kg | |
| 2026-03-01 | Fee* **** * ************ ** * ******** ******* | 155.09 USD / kg | |
| 2026-03-01 | Fee* **** * ************ ******* | 201.70 USD / kg | |
| 2026-03-01 | Fee* **** * ************ ***** | 201.70 USD / kg |
Global Farmgate Supplier Price Trends by Country for Oat
Oat Monthly Farmgate Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Oat farmgate unit-price benchmarks by country to monitor supplier-side cost movement.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Oat farmgate unit prices: Brazil (0.15 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-05 | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | 0.39 USD / kg | 0.39 USD / kg | 0.40 USD / kg | 0.40 USD / kg | 0.39 USD / kg | - | ||||||
| Denmark | 1.88 USD / kg | 1.82 USD / kg | 1.72 USD / kg | - | - | - | ||||||
| Germany | 0.26 USD / kg | - | - | - | - | - | ||||||
| Austria | 0.18 USD / kg | 0.18 USD / kg | 0.15 USD / kg | 0.16 USD / kg | 0.17 USD / kg | - | ||||||
| Brazil | 0.16 USD / kg | 0.16 USD / kg | 0.17 USD / kg | 0.16 USD / kg | 0.16 USD / kg | 0.15 USD / kg |
Oat Farmgate Cost Trends by Major Exporting Supplier Countries
Compare Oat farmgate price levels and YoY changes across the top 5 exporting countries to understand origin-side supplier cost structure.
| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Australia | 0.39 USD / kg | 0.37 USD / kg | 0.41 USD / kg | +2.0% | View → |
| 2 | Denmark | 2.59 USD / kg | 1.54 USD / kg | 4.48 USD / kg | +157.0% | View → |
| 3 | Germany | 0.26 USD / kg | 0.25 USD / kg | 0.27 USD / kg | +11.5% | View → |
| 4 | Austria | 0.17 USD / kg | 0.15 USD / kg | 0.19 USD / kg | +2.9% | View → |
| 5 | Brazil | 0.16 USD / kg | 0.15 USD / kg | 0.17 USD / kg | -2.7% | View → |
Latest Oat Farmgate Export Cost Updates
Review the latest 5 Oat farmgate updates to monitor origin-side export cost and supplier pricing shifts.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-01 | Oat * * *** * | 1.72 USD / kg | |
| 2025-12-01 | Oat * * *** * | 1.72 USD / kg | |
| 2025-11-01 | Oat * * *** * | 1.54 USD / kg | |
| 2025-11-01 | Oat * * *** * | 1.54 USD / kg | |
| 2025-11-01 | Oat * * *** * | 1.54 USD / kg |
Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormGrain (Dry)
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupCereal grain
Scientific NameAvena sativa L.
PerishabilityLow
Growing Conditions
- Primarily temperate climates; commonly grown in cool-to-moderate conditions
- Annual cereal cultivated widely across temperate production zones
Main VarietiesHulled (covered) oats, Hulless (naked) oats
Consumption Forms
- Rolled oats and other oatmeal products
- Oat groats and oat flour used in food manufacturing
- Oat-based ingredients for formulated foods and beverages
- Animal feed
Grading Factors
- Test weight
- Foreign material (after dockage removal)
- Damage (including weather-related and fungal damage indicators)
- Presence of other grains/seeds and contaminants (as defined in grading guidance)
Planting to HarvestSpring cultivars commonly mature in roughly 110–160 days; winter types can have longer cycles (FAO EcoCrop).
Market
Oats are a temperate cereal grain traded internationally primarily as bulk grain for milling, food manufacturing, and animal feed. Global production is concentrated in the European Union, Canada, Russia, and Australia, with additional meaningful output in the United States, Brazil, the United Kingdom, and China. Global export availability is heavily influenced by a small set of origins—especially Canada—while the United States and China are among the largest import markets. Market dynamics are shaped by weather-driven yield variability in major rainfed regions and by quality parameters (e.g., test weight, foreign material/dockage, damage) and contaminant controls (notably mycotoxins) that can affect acceptance in destination markets.
Major Producing Countries
- Largest producing bloc in USDA FAS IPAD/PS&D Oats Explorer production rankings.
- CanadaTop-tier global producer and key export-oriented origin in USDA FAS IPAD/PS&D Oats Explorer.
- RussiaMajor global producer and exporter per USDA FAS IPAD/PS&D Oats Explorer.
- AustraliaMajor producer and exporter per USDA FAS IPAD/PS&D Oats Explorer.
- BrazilMeaningful producer per USDA FAS IPAD/PS&D Oats Explorer.
- United StatesSignificant producer and the largest import market in USDA FAS IPAD/PS&D Oats Explorer.
- United KingdomSignificant producer and exporter in USDA FAS IPAD/PS&D Oats Explorer.
- ChinaSignificant producer and a major import market in USDA FAS IPAD/PS&D Oats Explorer.
- ArgentinaNotable producer per USDA FAS IPAD/PS&D Oats Explorer.
- ChileNotable producer per USDA FAS IPAD/PS&D Oats Explorer.
Major Exporting Countries
- CanadaDominant global exporter (majority share of world exports) in USDA FAS IPAD/PS&D Oats Explorer export rankings.
- AustraliaSecond-tier but structurally important exporter per USDA FAS IPAD/PS&D Oats Explorer export rankings.
- RussiaSignificant exporter per USDA FAS IPAD/PS&D Oats Explorer export rankings.
- Exporting bloc in USDA FAS IPAD/PS&D Oats Explorer export rankings.
- United KingdomExporting origin per USDA FAS IPAD/PS&D Oats Explorer export rankings.
- UkraineExporting origin per USDA FAS IPAD/PS&D Oats Explorer export rankings.
- KazakhstanExporting origin per USDA FAS IPAD/PS&D Oats Explorer export rankings.
- United StatesSmaller exporter in USDA FAS IPAD/PS&D Oats Explorer export rankings.
Major Importing Countries
- United StatesLargest import market by volume in USDA FAS IPAD/PS&D Oats Explorer import rankings.
- ChinaMajor import market in USDA FAS IPAD/PS&D Oats Explorer import rankings; UN Comtrade-derived sources list Australia and Russia among key suppliers to China.
- MexicoSignificant import market in USDA FAS IPAD/PS&D Oats Explorer import rankings.
- Importing bloc in USDA FAS IPAD/PS&D Oats Explorer import rankings.
- JapanSignificant import market in USDA FAS IPAD/PS&D Oats Explorer import rankings.
- IndiaImport market in USDA FAS IPAD/PS&D Oats Explorer import rankings.
- SwitzerlandImport market in USDA FAS IPAD/PS&D Oats Explorer import rankings.
- South AfricaImport market in USDA FAS IPAD/PS&D Oats Explorer import rankings.
- ChileImport market in USDA FAS IPAD/PS&D Oats Explorer import rankings.
- PeruImport market in USDA FAS IPAD/PS&D Oats Explorer import rankings.
Specification
Major VarietiesAvena sativa (common oat; hulled/covered types), Hulless (naked) oat types (often marketed as 'hulless oats'), Avena byzantina (red oat; limited niche cultivation)
Physical Attributes
- Oat groats are kernels with the hull removed; hulless oat lots may be graded/handled differently in some grading systems.
- Test weight is a widely used physical quality indicator in commercial grading and trade specifications.
Compositional Metrics
- Moisture content is a core acceptance and storability parameter used in grading and storage programs.
- Mycotoxin occurrence (e.g., Fusarium-related toxins) is a recurring analytical concern for food and feed use.
Grades
- Canada statutory oat grades (e.g., Number No. 1–4 Canada Western/Canada Eastern) reference multiple grading factors (e.g., test weight, damage, foreign material).
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Harvest → cleaning/dockage removal → drying/moisture management → on-farm/commercial storage → bulk logistics (rail/truck/ship) → destination elevator → milling (dehulling to groats; further processing into flakes/flour/ingredients) → food manufacturing/retail
Demand Drivers
- Breakfast cereals and oatmeal/porridge products using groats, flakes, and oat flour
- Ingredient demand for oat-based formulations (including beverages) that require consistent milling quality and contaminant control
- Animal feed demand where price competitiveness and local grain availability are key
Temperature
- Quality protection is primarily driven by keeping grain dry and preventing heating during storage/transport to reduce mold growth and mycotoxin risk.
- Moisture monitoring and management is emphasized in official grain handling and grading contexts.
Risks
Supply Concentration HighGlobal oat export supply is concentrated in a small set of origins, with Canada the dominant exporter in USDA PS&D/IPAD rankings; adverse weather, logistics disruptions, or quality downgrades in key exporting regions can quickly tighten global availability and affect import-dependent markets.Diversify origin mix (e.g., Canada/Australia/Russia/EU where feasible), pre-qualify alternates to meet milling specs, and use forward coverage and inventory buffers for critical SKUs.
Climate MediumOat yields are sensitive to seasonal weather conditions in major producing areas; drought and heat stress in major exporters can reduce both volume and milling quality, amplifying volatility in traded supply.Monitor seasonal production outlooks in major exporters and align procurement with multiple crop-year origins when possible.
Food Safety MediumMycotoxin contamination is a material trade risk for oats: Codex provides maximum-level frameworks and codes of practice for contaminants/mycotoxins in cereals, and risk assessments and monitoring frameworks highlight Fusarium toxins as a concern in grains, including oats.Implement lot-based testing and supplier assurance for key mycotoxins, enforce storage/drying controls, and align contracts to destination-market contaminant requirements.
Quality Specifications MediumCommercial acceptance depends on grading factors such as test weight, foreign material/dockage, and damage; failing buyer or statutory grade requirements can lead to price discounts, re-cleaning costs, or shipment rejection.Specify objective thresholds (e.g., test weight/foreign material limits) in contracts, use pre-shipment inspection/cleaning, and verify grading-factor performance against destination specifications.
Sustainability
- Climate variability in rainfed temperate production regions (notably Canada and Australia) can drive year-to-year supply volatility for exportable surplus.
FAQ
Which countries dominate global oat exports?Canada is the dominant global exporter of oats in USDA PS&D/IPAD Oats Explorer rankings, with Australia and Russia also among the major exporting origins.
Which markets are major importers of oats globally?The United States is the largest import market in USDA PS&D/IPAD Oats Explorer import rankings, and China is also a major importer; Mexico, Japan, and several other markets appear among the next-largest importers.
What are common quality factors used in commercial oat grading and trade specifications?Common quality factors include test weight, foreign material/dockage, and various damage/contamination indicators; official grading guidance (e.g., the Canadian Grain Commission’s oats grading factors) details how these are assessed.
Why are mycotoxins an important trade risk for oats?Codex sets global frameworks for contaminants and mycotoxins in food/feed commodities moving in international trade, and food safety authorities and risk assessments discuss mycotoxins in grains—including oats—as a compliance and market-access issue.
Sources
Oat Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
Explore country-level Oat market pages for supplier coverage, trade flows, and price benchmarks.
All country market pages: Canada, United States, Australia, China, Russia, Chile, India, Poland, Finland, Guatemala, Germany, Sweden, Colombia, United Kingdom, Mexico, Bulgaria, Lithuania, Denmark, France, Japan, Italy, Netherlands, United Arab Emirates, Estonia, Dominican Republic, Czechia, Ethiopia, Ecuador, Sri Lanka, Slovakia, Ukraine, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Norway, Turkiye, Romania, Hungary, Morocco, Greece, Uruguay, Peru, Belgium, Nigeria, Spain, Paraguay, Ireland, Saudi Arabia, Argentina, Latvia, Pakistan, Mongolia, Austria, Philippines, Liechtenstein, Panama, Malaysia, Sierra Leone, Brazil, Venezuela, Switzerland, South Korea, South Africa, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Vietnam, Serbia, Israel, New Zealand, Portugal, Singapore, Iran, Croatia, Afghanistan, Bolivia, Liberia, Andorra, Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bangladesh, Burkina Faso, Bahrain, Bermuda, Brunei, Bhutan, Botswana, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Cameroon, Cuba, Cyprus, Algeria, Egypt, Fiji, Gabon, Gambia, Hong Kong, Honduras, Indonesia, Iraq, Iceland, Jamaica, Jordan, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, Kuwait, Laos, Lebanon, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Moldova, Montenegro, Macedonia, Myanmar [Burma], Macao, Malta, Mauritius, Maldives, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Nepal, Oman, Puerto Rico, Qatar, Rwanda, Slovenia, Senegal, Suriname, El Salvador, Swaziland, Thailand, Trinidad and Tobago, Taiwan, Tanzania, Uganda, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Zambia, Zimbabwe
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