Derived Products
HS Code
081070
Last Updated
2026-04-04
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Fresh Persimmon market coverage spans 134 countries.
- 1,142 exporter companies and 1,024 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 7,507 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 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 2026-04-04.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Fresh Persimmon
Analyze 7,507 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Fresh Persimmon.
Fresh Persimmon Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Fresh Persimmon to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Fresh Persimmon: South Africa (+104.5%), Vietnam (-79.9%), Peru (+65.3%).
Fresh Persimmon Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-05, benchmark Fresh Persimmon country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Fresh Persimmon transaction unit prices: Lebanon (6.81 USD / kg), France (2.79 USD / kg), Spain (2.45 USD / kg), Thailand (2.27 USD / kg), Greece (1.37 USD / kg), 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uzbekistan | +25.5% | 4,705 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 0.84 USD / kg (2,210 kg) | 1.30 USD / kg (630,574 kg) | 1.01 USD / kg (21,118,007.998 kg) | ||||||
| Azerbaijan | +37.8% | 760 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 1.30 USD / kg (-) | 1.31 USD / kg (3,546,921 kg) | ||||||
| China | -17.6% | 260 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 0.16 USD / kg (1,067,089.759 kg) | 0.16 USD / kg (2,529,435.65 kg) | ||||||
| Thailand | -0.1% | 96 | 2.00 USD / kg (66 kg) | 1.11 USD / kg (8 kg) | 1.20 USD / kg (8 kg) | - (-) | 2.07 USD / kg (190 kg) | 2.27 USD / kg (89 kg) | ||||||
| South Africa | +104.5% | 50 | 1.65 USD / kg (1,473 kg) | 2.02 USD / kg (46,713 kg) | 1.27 USD / kg (240 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Uruguay | -20.0% | 26 | 0.53 USD / kg (225,326.25 kg) | 0.94 USD / kg (99,303 kg) | - (-) | 3.50 USD / kg (52 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Israel | - | 25 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Brazil | +37.3% | 157 | 0.46 USD / kg (158,415.21 kg) | 0.33 USD / kg (94,147.51 kg) | 0.26 USD / kg (48,416.439 kg) | 0.33 USD / kg (1,375 kg) | 0.31 USD / kg (30 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Vietnam | -79.9% | 110 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 0.16 USD / kg (96,000 kg) | 0.20 USD / kg (200,650.02 kg) | ||||||
| France | +2.8% | 17 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 2.79 USD / kg (23,464.559 kg) |
Fresh Persimmon Global Supply Chain Coverage
2,166 companies
1,142 exporters and 1,024 importers are mapped for Fresh Persimmon.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Fresh Persimmon, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Fresh Persimmon Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
1,142 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Fresh Persimmon. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Fresh Persimmon Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 1,142 total exporter companies in the Fresh Persimmon supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Azerbaijan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-04
Industries: Crop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingDistribution / WholesaleFood Manufacturing
(Azerbaijan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-04
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Crop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: TradeFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
(Azerbaijan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-04
Industries: Food ManufacturingBrokers And Trade AgenciesBeverage ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingDistribution / WholesaleTrade
(Azerbaijan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-04
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesCrop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingTrade
(Azerbaijan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-04
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Food Services And Drinking PlacesBeverage ManufacturingCrop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingDistribution / WholesaleFood Manufacturing
(Romania)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-04
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking PlacesOnline Retail And Fulfillment
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingRetailDistribution / Wholesale
Fresh Persimmon Global Exporter Coverage
1,142 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Fresh Persimmon supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Fresh Persimmon opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.
Top Exporting Countries for Fresh Persimmon (HS Code 081070) in 2024
For Fresh Persimmon in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spain | 170,116,437.01 kg | 258,770,343.761 USD | View → |
| 2 | Azerbaijan | 154,283,198 kg | 113,664,361.12 USD | View → |
| 3 | Uzbekistan | 91,817,163.644 kg | 60,501,745.98 USD | View → |
| 4 | Italy | 7,099,023 kg | 14,452,873.082 USD | View → |
| 5 | Poland | 8,696,682 kg | 11,113,044 USD | View → |
| 6 | United States | 5,184,857 kg | 10,985,123 USD | View → |
| 7 | Egypt | 3,824,775.249 kg | 7,645,421.18 USD | View → |
| 8 | New Zealand | 1,151,174 kg | 6,005,617.263 USD | View → |
| 9 | South Korea | 3,082,902.452 kg | 5,913,492 USD | View → |
| 10 | Greece | 6,449,366 kg | 4,430,691.942 USD | View → |
Fresh Persimmon Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
Track Fresh Persimmon exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.
Fresh Persimmon Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
1,024 importer companies are mapped for Fresh Persimmon demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Fresh Persimmon Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 1,024 total importer companies tracked for Fresh Persimmon. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Ukraine)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: OthersFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Kazakhstan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Grocery StoresFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: -
(Russia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Freight Forwarding And Intermodal
Value Chain Roles: -
(Bangladesh)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Crop ProductionAnimal Production
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
1,024 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Fresh Persimmon.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Fresh Persimmon buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.
Top Import Demand Countries for Fresh Persimmon (HS Code 081070) in 2024
For Fresh Persimmon in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Germany | 32,903,897 kg | 61,598,435.418 USD | View → |
| 2 | Ukraine | 44,872,404.58 kg | 50,388,014.63 USD | View → |
| 3 | Italy | 23,952,345 kg | 35,247,514.028 USD | View → |
| 4 | Thailand | 22,039,287 kg | 23,041,334.17 USD | View → |
| 5 | Poland | 10,980,470 kg | 20,556,659 USD | View → |
| 6 | Canada | 7,109,630.257 kg | 20,205,650.36 USD | View → |
| 7 | Switzerland | 6,499,889 kg | 16,502,879.657 USD | View → |
| 8 | Portugal | 6,355,567 kg | 8,108,075.225 USD | View → |
| 9 | Czechia | 3,702,447 kg | 6,956,693 USD | View → |
| 10 | Malaysia | 5,354,136.16 kg | 6,710,866.833 USD | View → |
Fresh Persimmon Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
Analyze Fresh Persimmon 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 Persimmon
Fresh Persimmon Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Fresh Persimmon wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Fresh Persimmon wholesale unit prices: Spain (2.46 USD / kg), Japan (2.30 USD / kg), Turkiye (1.52 USD / kg), South Korea (1.39 USD / kg), China (0.75 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Korea | 3.29 USD / kg | 2.74 USD / kg | 2.43 USD / kg | 2.34 USD / kg | 2.37 USD / kg | 1.39 USD / kg | ||||||
| China | 0.86 USD / kg | 0.85 USD / kg | 0.82 USD / kg | 0.96 USD / kg | 0.85 USD / kg | 0.75 USD / kg | ||||||
| Japan | - | - | - | 5.88 USD / kg | 3.37 USD / kg | 2.30 USD / kg | ||||||
| Spain | 2.62 USD / kg | 2.51 USD / kg | 2.44 USD / kg | 2.51 USD / kg | 2.62 USD / kg | 2.46 USD / kg | ||||||
| Turkiye | 0.74 USD / kg | 0.26 USD / kg | - | 0.37 USD / kg | 0.63 USD / kg | 1.52 USD / kg |
Fresh Persimmon Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Fresh Persimmon 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 | South Korea | 1.98 USD / kg | 0.22 USD / kg | 4.92 USD / kg | -15.9% | View → |
| 2 | China | 0.82 USD / kg | 0.31 USD / kg | 1.58 USD / kg | -11.4% | View → |
| 3 | Japan | 2.98 USD / kg | 0.46 USD / kg | 7.14 USD / kg | -14.8% | View → |
| 4 | Spain | 2.48 USD / kg | 1.41 USD / kg | 4.07 USD / kg | +52.6% | View → |
| 5 | Turkiye | 0.99 USD / kg | 0.23 USD / kg | 2.46 USD / kg | +42.6% | View → |
Latest Fresh Persimmon Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 5 Fresh Persimmon wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-01 | Per*************** * ******* ******* ****** **** ******** ************ * ****** ******* ********* ******** ****** | 14.00 USD / kg | |
| 2026-03-01 | TRA**** ************** ******* * *********** * ******* ************************** ***** ****** | 0.34 USD / kg | |
| 2026-03-01 | Per**************** * ******* *********** ****** **** ******** ************ * ****** ******* ******* ******** ****** | 22.50 USD / kg | |
| 2026-03-01 | Per**************** * ******* ****** ****** **** ******** ******* * **** ** ****** *********** ******* ****** ******** ****** | 42.50 USD / kg | |
| 2026-03-01 | Dio********** ****************************** * ******* ******* ******** * ***** | 1.52 USD / kg |
Global Farmgate Supplier Price Trends by Country for Fresh Persimmon
Fresh Persimmon Monthly Farmgate Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Fresh Persimmon farmgate unit-price benchmarks by country to monitor supplier-side cost movement.
In 2025-07, countries with visible Fresh Persimmon farmgate unit prices: Brazil (0.69 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brazil | 0.53 USD / kg | 0.65 USD / kg | 0.69 USD / kg | - | - | - |
Fresh Persimmon Farmgate Cost Trends by Major Exporting Supplier Countries
Compare Fresh Persimmon farmgate price levels and YoY changes across the top 1 exporting countries to understand origin-side supplier cost structure.
Latest Fresh Persimmon Farmgate Export Cost Updates
Review the latest 5 Fresh Persimmon farmgate updates to monitor origin-side export cost and supplier pricing shifts.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-01 | Fre** ********* * * **** * | 14.36 USD / kg | |
| 2025-06-01 | Fre** ********* ********* * **** * | 10.00 USD / kg | |
| 2024-11-01 | Fre** ********* ****** * *** * | 0.72 USD / kg | |
| 2024-10-01 | Fre** ********* ****** ******** * *** * | 0.83 USD / kg | |
| 2024-07-01 | Fre** ********* ********* * **** * | 37.33 USD / kg |
Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFresh
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupTemperate fruit (persimmon/kaki)
Scientific NameDiospyros kaki
PerishabilityMedium
Main VarietiesNon-astringent types (e.g., Fuyu, Jiro), Astringent types (e.g., Hachiya, Saijo), Astringent cultivars marketed firm after deastringency (e.g., Rojo Brillante, Triumph)
Consumption Forms
- Fresh consumption (firm-eating non-astringent cultivars)
- Fresh consumption after soft ripening (astringent cultivars)
- Fresh consumption after postharvest deastringency (firm marketing programs for some astringent cultivars)
- Processed products (purees, baked goods, dried products) where utilized to reduce waste
Grading Factors
- Skin color development appropriate to cultivar group
- Firmness appropriate to program (firm-eating vs soft-ripened)
- Freedom from growth cracks, mechanical injuries, and decay
- Soluble solids (Brix) targets used as a quality index in some postharvest guidance
- Absence of residual astringency for marketed fruit
Market
Fresh persimmon (kaki) is a seasonal temperate fruit with global production heavily concentrated in China, with significant secondary production in Spain, South Korea, Japan, Azerbaijan, and Brazil. International trade is comparatively more concentrated than production, with Spain and Azerbaijan prominent among exporting origins and Russia and EU markets featuring strongly among import destinations. Marketability and handling requirements vary materially by cultivar group (astringent vs non-astringent) and by the use of postharvest deastringency (notably high-CO2 treatments) that enables firm-eating commercial programs for certain cultivars. Cold-chain performance and ethylene management are central determinants of long-distance trade success and shrink rates.
Major Producing Countries
- ChinaLargest producer by volume (FAOSTAT-reported).
- SpainMajor producer and a leading export-origin supplier (Rojo Brillante centered in Valencia region).
- South KoreaLarge producer with export participation; sweet/non-astringent types are prominent in market programs.
- JapanLarge producer with extensive cultivar diversity (astringent and non-astringent types).
- AzerbaijanImportant producer and exporter in Eurasian trade flows.
- BrazilNotable producer (FAOSTAT-reported among leading producers).
Major Exporting Countries
- SpainReported as the largest global export supplier in multiple secondary summaries; strongly associated with Rojo Brillante programs and postharvest deastringency for firm marketing.
- AzerbaijanReported among the top exporting countries for fresh persimmons (HS 081070) in UN Comtrade-derived summaries.
- ChinaReported among the top exporting countries for fresh persimmons (HS 081070) in UN Comtrade-derived summaries.
- UzbekistanSeasonal exporter with shipments concentrated into late summer through winter in Central Asia/Eurasia corridors.
Major Importing Countries
- RussiaReported as the top importing country by value for fresh persimmons (HS 081070) in UN Comtrade-derived summaries.
- GermanyReported as a leading import market by value for fresh persimmons (HS 081070) in UN Comtrade-derived summaries.
- VietnamReported as a leading import market by value for fresh persimmons (HS 081070) in UN Comtrade-derived summaries.
Supply Calendar
- Spain (Mediterranean):Sep, Oct, Nov, DecCommercial maturation for persimmon is often described as September–December; Spanish Rojo Brillante programs are a major autumn-to-early-winter supply window.
- Uzbekistan (Central Asia):Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, FebExport season referenced as starting in late August and running through late February (seasonal export program).
Specification
Major VarietiesFuyu, Hachiya, Jiro, Saijo, Tone Wase, Rojo Brillante, Triumph, Kaki Tipo
Physical Attributes
- Two broad commercial groups: astringent types (require full softening or deastringency) and non-astringent types (can be eaten firm).
- Export and premium programs emphasize uniform skin color development (green-to-orange/reddish-orange depending on cultivar group), firmness, and freedom from cracks, bruising, and decay.
- Many commercial programs target firm-eating fruit via cultivar choice and/or postharvest deastringency so fruit can be distributed and sold before full softening.
Compositional Metrics
- Soluble solids benchmarks cited in postharvest guidance include ~21–23% for 'Hachiya' and ~18–20% for 'Fuyu' and similar non-astringent cultivars (used as a quality index).
- Astringency (tannin-related) is a core commercial specification dimension for astringent cultivars; high-CO2 postharvest treatments are referenced as an approach to remove astringency while maintaining firmness.
Grades
- UNECE fresh fruit and vegetables marketing standards include a specific persimmon standard (FFV-63) outlining quality, sizing, tolerances, presentation, and marking requirements referenced in trade.
Packaging
- Export programs commonly use carton-based packaging sized for retail/wholesale distribution, with handling emphasis on bruise prevention and ventilation compatible with cold storage.
- Some programs use controlled-atmosphere capable packaging/handling systems to support longer storage or long-distance distribution.
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Harvest at cultivar-appropriate maturity -> orchard/field sorting -> packhouse grading (size, color, defects) -> optional deastringency treatment for astringent cultivars (e.g., high-CO2 protocols) -> pre-cooling -> cold storage -> refrigerated transport -> distribution/retail
- Ethylene management (exclusion/removal) is a recurring handling requirement to slow softening and protect marketability.
Demand Drivers
- Strong seasonal (autumn/winter) consumption patterns in key importing regions and retail promotion windows.
- Consumer preference for firm-eating fruit has supported cultivar selection and postharvest deastringency programs that expand saleable distribution windows.
- Product differentiation by cultivar (texture, sweetness perception, astringency) supports segmented retail positioning.
Temperature
- Postharvest guidance cites an optimum storage temperature around 0 ± 1°C with high relative humidity (about 90–95%) for fresh persimmons under professional cold-chain handling.
- Non-astringent 'Fuyu' and similar cultivars are described as chilling-sensitive in intermediate cold ranges (e.g., 5–15°C), with symptom expression influenced by time/temperature and subsequent warming.
- Persimmons are described as very sensitive to ethylene action; ethylene exclusion/removal is recommended in storage and transport.
Atmosphere Control
- Controlled-atmosphere conditions referenced in postharvest guidance (e.g., low O2 around 3–5% with moderate CO2 around 5–8%) can delay ripening, help retain firmness, and may reduce chilling-injury symptoms for sensitive cultivars.
- For astringent cultivars, high-CO2 deastringency treatments are referenced as a method to remove astringency while maintaining firmness (commercial handling step rather than long-term CA storage).
Shelf Life
- Postharvest guidance indicates that under optimum low temperature, high humidity, and ethylene-free conditions, persimmons can achieve multi-week to multi-month storage potential; controlled atmosphere is cited as extending postharvest life relative to air storage.
- Shelf-life outcomes are highly cultivar-dependent and sensitive to ethylene exposure and temperature mismanagement (softening, browning, gelling, and decay risks).
Risks
Postharvest Physiology HighFresh persimmons have high commercial sensitivity to temperature and ethylene: ethylene exposure accelerates softening, and some non-astringent cultivars (e.g., 'Fuyu') are described as chilling-sensitive in intermediate cold ranges. Cold-chain mismanagement, ethylene contamination, or delayed distribution can trigger rapid quality breakdown (softening, browning/gelling, decay), directly disrupting trade execution and increasing shrink.Implement cultivar-specific handling SOPs (temperature set-points and RH), segregate from ethylene-producing cargo, and use CA/MAP where appropriate; align harvest maturity, deastringency protocol, and destination sell window.
Trade Concentration MediumUN Comtrade-derived summaries show fresh persimmon exports and imports concentrated in a limited set of countries (notably Spain/Azerbaijan/China on the export side and Russia/Germany/Vietnam on the import side for HS 081070 in 2022). Demand shocks, border disruptions, or logistics constraints affecting any of these hubs can materially shift prices and access for exporters.Diversify destination markets and customer mix; maintain alternative routings and packaging specs to pivot between Eurasian and EU retail channels where feasible.
Quality Standard Rejection MediumInternational marketing standards (e.g., UNECE FFV-63) formalize defect tolerances, sizing, and marking expectations. Combined with retailer-driven cosmetic standards, this can increase rejection risk for fruit with cracks, bruising, decay, or residual astringency, particularly late in season or after extended storage/transport.Strengthen pre-shipment QC (defects/firmness/soluble solids), document deastringency verification for relevant cultivars, and develop secondary outlets (processing/drying) for out-of-spec lots.
Sustainability
- Food loss and waste risk is elevated due to strict cosmetic/quality expectations and short marketing windows for some cultivar programs, driving discard of out-of-spec fruit and by-products.
- Cold-chain energy use and packaging intensity increase with longer-distance trade and extended storage strategies (CA/MAP).
Labor & Social
- Seasonal harvesting and packhouse labor intensity creates worker-safety and labor-availability exposure during peak autumn campaigns in major origins.
- Traceability and compliance expectations rise for export-oriented programs supplying large retail chains.
FAQ
Which countries are the main global exporters and importers of fresh persimmons?In UN Comtrade-derived summaries for HS 081070 (fresh persimmons), Spain, Azerbaijan, and China are identified as leading exporters for 2022, while Russia, Germany, and Vietnam are identified as leading importers for the same year.
How is astringency managed for astringent persimmon cultivars in commercial trade?Postharvest guidance describes using high-CO2 exposure to remove astringency while maintaining firmness for certain astringent cultivars, allowing fruit to be marketed and distributed without waiting for full softening.
What postharvest handling factors most affect persimmon quality in international shipping?Temperature control and ethylene management are critical: postharvest guidance cites near-0°C cold storage with high humidity for persimmons, warns that ethylene accelerates softening, and notes chilling sensitivity for some cultivars at intermediate cold temperatures, all of which can drive shrink if mismanaged.
Sources
Fresh Persimmon Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
Explore country-level Fresh Persimmon market pages for supplier coverage, trade flows, and price benchmarks.
All country market pages: Spain, South Korea, Russia, Azerbaijan, China, Germany, France, Japan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Georgia, Iran, Italy, Thailand, Turkiye, Canada, India, United States, Lithuania, Poland, Switzerland, Brazil, Kazakhstan, Romania, Vietnam, South Africa, New Zealand, Portugal, Greece, Netherlands, Jordan, Egypt, Macedonia, Chile, Kyrgyzstan, Mexico, Belarus, United Kingdom, Uruguay, Pakistan, Czechia, Israel, Saudi Arabia, Hong Kong, Austria, Morocco, Turkmenistan, United Arab Emirates, Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, Belgium, Latvia, Armenia, Peru, Philippines, Finland, Tajikistan, Sweden, Moldova, Denmark, Croatia, Slovenia, Paraguay, Estonia, Slovakia, Norway, Oman, Indonesia, Hungary, Kuwait, Bulgaria, Andorra, Afghanistan, Albania, Argentina, Aruba, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bangladesh, Burkina Faso, Bahrain, Benin, Bermuda, Brunei, Bolivia, Bahamas, Bhutan, Botswana, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cyprus, Dominican Republic, Fiji, Falkland Islands, Guatemala, Guam, Honduras, Ireland, Iceland, Jamaica, Kenya, Cambodia, Laos, Lebanon, Liechtenstein, Sri Lanka, Liberia, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Montenegro, Myanmar [Burma], Mongolia, Macao, Malta, Mauritius, Maldives, Malawi, Namibia, Niger, Nepal, Panama, Qatar, Serbia, Senegal, El Salvador, Swaziland, Taiwan, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe
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