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Fresh Pineapple United States Market Overview 2026

HS Code
080430
Last Updated
2026-04-14
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
  • United States Fresh Pineapple market intelligence page includes 0 premium suppliers.
  • 5 sampled export transactions for United States are summarized.
  • 299 export partner companies and 46 import partner companies are mapped for Fresh Pineapple in United States.
  • Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 0.
  • 5 export partner countries and 5 import partner countries are ranked.
  • Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
  • Page data last updated on 2026-04-14.

Fresh Pineapple Export Supplier Intelligence, Price Trends, and Trade Flows in United States

299 export partner companies are tracked for Fresh Pineapple in United States. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to validate exporter coverage, partner quality, and route priorities.
Explore Fresh Pineapple export intelligence in United States, including 5 sampled supplier transactions, monthly unit-price ranges, and partner-country trade flow patterns for HS Code 080430.
Scatter points are sampled from 22.3% of the full transaction dataset.

Sample Export Supplier Transaction Records for Fresh Pineapple in United States

5 sampled Fresh Pineapple transactions in United States include date, origin, and partner-country context to benchmark export prices and supplier trading patterns.
Fresh Pineapple sampled transaction unit prices by date in United States: 2026-02-12: 0.60 USD / kg, 2026-02-09: 0.57 USD / kg, 2026-02-09: 0.60 USD / kg, 2026-02-03: 0.57 USD / kg, 2026-02-03: 0.60 USD / kg.
DateReported ProductUnit PriceExporterImporter 
2026-02-12FRU** **** ******0.60 USD / kg (United States) (Canada)
2026-02-09BOX** **** ***** *********0.57 USD / kg (United States) (Canada)
2026-02-09BOX** **** ***** *********0.60 USD / kg (United States) (United States)
2026-02-03BOX** **** ***** *********0.57 USD / kg (United States) (United States)
2026-02-03BOX** **** ***** *********0.60 USD / kg (United States) (United States)

Top Fresh Pineapple Export Suppliers and Companies in United States

Review leading exporter profiles and benchmark them against 299 total export partner companies tracked for Fresh Pineapple in United States. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to shortlist sourcing and export partners faster.
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-14
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: LogisticsTrade
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-14
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood PackagingCrop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingDistribution / WholesaleTradeFood Manufacturing
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-14
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-14
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / Wholesale
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-14
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingDistribution / Wholesale
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-14
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food WholesalersFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingDistribution / Wholesale
United States Export Partner Coverage
299 companies
Total export partner company count is a core signal of United States export network depth for Fresh Pineapple.
Exporters and importers can open Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to assess Fresh Pineapple partner concentration, capacity signals, and trade relevance in United States.

Annual Export Value, Volume, and Supplier Market Size for Fresh Pineapple in United States (HS Code 080430)

Analyze 3 years of Fresh Pineapple export volume and value in United States to evaluate supplier market growth, seasonality, and trade volatility.
YearVolumeValue
2024119,732,072116,935,575 USD
2023119,336,904113,219,748 USD
2022118,470,029108,411,075 USD

Top Destination Markets for Fresh Pineapple Exports from United States (HS Code 080430) in 2024

For 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 5 destination countries for Fresh Pineapple exports from United States.
RankCountryVolumeValue
1Canada117,038,201113,218,445 USD
2Bahamas620,185805,991 USD
3Cayman Islands464,703745,252 USD
4Turks and Caicos Islands348,783469,892 USD
5Barbados346,024422,425 USD

Fresh Pineapple Import Buyer Intelligence and Price Signals in United States: Buyers, Demand, and Trade Partners

46 import partner companies are tracked for Fresh Pineapple in United States. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to analyze buyer demand, partner density, and downstream channels.
Scatter points are sampled from 0.2% of the full transaction dataset.

Sample Import Transaction and Price Records for Fresh Pineapple in United States

5 sampled Fresh Pineapple import transactions in United States provide date, origin, and trade-country context to benchmark price levels and demand-side trading patterns.
Fresh Pineapple sampled import transaction unit prices by date in United States: 2026-02-17: 0.52 USD / kg, 2026-02-15: 0.57 USD / kg, 2026-02-10: 0.80 USD / kg, 2026-02-10: 0.83 USD / kg, 2026-02-09: 0.91 USD / kg.
DateReported ProductUnit PriceExporterImporterOrigin 
2026-02-17PIÑ* ******0.52 USD / kg (-) (-)-
2026-02-15FRE** ********* **** **** ***** ********* **** **** ***** ********* **** **** ***** ********* **** **** ***** ********* **** **** ***** ********* **** **** ***** ********* **** **** ***** ********* ** ******0.57 USD / kg (-) (-)-
2026-02-10BOX** ***** ********** ****** ***** **** * ** ********** *** ******** ***** *** *********** * **** *** **** ******** ******0.80 USD / kg (-) (-)-
2026-02-10PIÑ* ******0.83 USD / kg (-) (-)-
2026-02-09BOX** ***** ********** ****** ***** **** * ** ********** *** ******** ***** *** *********** * **** *** **** ******** ******0.91 USD / kg (-) (-)-

Top Fresh Pineapple Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners in United States

Review leading buyer profiles and compare them with 46 total import partner companies tracked for Fresh Pineapple in United States. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate demand-side partner fit.
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-14
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTrade
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-14
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-14
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-14
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Logistics
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-14
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Brokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-14
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Logistics
United States Import Partner Coverage
46 companies
Import partner company count highlights demand-side visibility for Fresh Pineapple in United States.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Fresh Pineapple importers, distributors, and buyer networks in United States.

Annual Import Value, Volume, and Demand Size for Fresh Pineapple in United States (HS Code 080430)

Track 3 years of Fresh Pineapple import volume and value in United States to assess demand growth and market momentum.
YearVolumeValue
20241,323,226,3871,001,008,574 USD
20231,275,085,126932,386,533 USD
20221,241,421,592887,067,325 USD

Top Origin Supplier Countries Supplying Fresh Pineapple to United States (HS Code 080430) in 2024

For 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 5 origin supplier countries supplying Fresh Pineapple to United States.
RankCountryVolumeValue
1Costa Rica1,183,474,836879,287,873 USD
2Honduras58,228,14437,922,068 USD
3Mexico28,272,41531,223,025 USD
4Ecuador32,238,75821,052,721 USD
5Thailand2,237,75310,687,755 USD

Fresh Pineapple Wholesale Supplier Price Trends in United States

Track Fresh Pineapple wholesale supplier price benchmarks and recent export price updates in United States.

Historical Fresh Pineapple Wholesale Supplier Prices in United States (USD/kg)

Yearly average, lower, and upper Fresh Pineapple wholesale prices with YoY changes provide benchmark data for supplier pricing and export competitiveness in United States.
Fresh Pineapple yearly average wholesale prices in United States: 2021: 1.46 USD / kg, 2022: 1.62 USD / kg, 2023: 1.85 USD / kg, 2024: 1.96 USD / kg, 2025: 2.03 USD / kg, 2026: 2.00 USD / kg.
YearAverage Unit PriceLower Unit PriceUpper Unit PriceYoY Change
20211.46 USD / kg0.77 USD / kg2.43 USD / kg-
20221.62 USD / kg0.77 USD / kg3.03 USD / kg-
20231.85 USD / kg0.77 USD / kg3.80 USD / kg-
20241.96 USD / kg0.77 USD / kg3.31 USD / kg-
20252.03 USD / kg0.77 USD / kg4.08 USD / kg-
20262.00 USD / kg1.10 USD / kg2.76 USD / kg-

Latest Fresh Pineapple Wholesale Export Price Updates in United States

Use the latest 5 updates to check current Fresh Pineapple wholesale export price points and origin-level changes in United States.
Fresh Pineapple latest wholesale updates by date in United States: 2026-04-01: 19.00 USD / kg, 2026-04-01: 19.00 USD / kg, 2026-04-01: 17.67 USD / kg, 2026-04-01: 25.98 USD / kg, 2026-04-01: 20.33 USD / kg.
DateEntry NameUnit Price (USD)Origin Country 
2026-04-01Pin************ * ******* ***** ***** ****** **** ******** ******* * ****** ******* ***** ******** ******19.00 USD / kg-
2026-04-01Pin************ * ******* ********* ****** **** ******** ******* * ****** ******* ***** ******** ******19.00 USD / kg-
2026-04-01Pin************ * ******* ******* ****** **** ******** ******* * ****** ******* ******* ******** ******17.67 USD / kg-
2026-04-01Pin************ * ******* ***** ***** ****** **** ******** ******* * ****** ******* *** **** ******** ******25.98 USD / kg-
2026-04-01Pin************ * ******* ******* ****** **** ******** ******* * ****** ******* ********* ******** ******20.33 USD / kg-

Classification

Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFresh
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product

Raw Material

Market

Fresh pineapple in the United States is an import-dependent consumer market, with domestic production limited and most supply sourced from abroad. USDA ERS reports that almost all pineapples consumed in the U.S. are imported, and Costa Rica supplies the dominant share of fresh imports (about 90% in 2024). Domestic pineapple acreage is reported in Hawaii and small amounts in other states, with Hawaii remaining the primary producing region. Market acceptance is shaped by USDA voluntary grade standards and by cold-chain control to avoid chilling injury and internal quality defects. Import programs must align with USDA APHIS plant-health requirements (ACIR conditions, treatments/permits where required) and FDA food import controls (Prior Notice and importer FSVP).
Market RoleImport-dependent consumer market (net importer)
Domestic RoleConsumer market with limited domestic production (primarily Hawaii)
Market GrowthGrowing (1995–2024 trend (USDA ERS availability series))Long-run shift toward fresh pineapple consumption and away from processed forms
SeasonalityYear-round availability driven by imports; limited domestic (Hawaii) supply is marketed year-round at smaller scale.

Specification

Primary VarietyMD-2 ("Del Monte Gold")
Secondary Variety
  • Tropical Gold (and similar clones)
  • Smooth Cayenne
Physical Attributes
  • USDA grade standards emphasize maturity, varietal uniformity, and freedom from decay, cracks, freezing injury, and bruising
  • Crown (top) condition is part of quality assessment in USDA grades (attachment, straightness, length limits by grade)
Compositional Metrics
  • Minimum soluble solids (SSC) of 12% and maximum acidity of 1% are cited by UC Davis as thresholds for minimum flavor acceptability
  • Quality indices commonly reference soluble solids and titratable acidity ranges that vary by cultivar and ripeness stage
Grades
  • U.S. Fancy
  • U.S. No. 1
  • U.S. No. 2
Packaging
  • Commonly marketed with crown attached; USDA grade standards include crown requirements and defect tolerances relevant to packing/handling

Supply Chain

Value Chain
  • Import origins → packing → refrigerated ocean container transport → U.S. port inspection (CBP/APHIS/FDA) → importer/wholesaler distribution → retail/foodservice
  • Hawaii production → packing → interisland/mainland freight → wholesale/retail distribution (limited volumes)
Temperature
  • UC Davis recommends 10–13°C for partially-ripe pineapples and 7–10°C for ripe pineapples
  • Temperatures below ~7°C increase risk of chilling injury and internal defects (e.g., endogenous brown spot/black heart)
Atmosphere Control
  • Controlled-atmosphere guidance cited by UC Davis: ~3–5% O2 and ~5–8% CO2, avoiding O2 <2% and CO2 >10% to reduce off-flavors
Shelf Life
  • UC Davis indicates postharvest life potential of roughly 2–4 weeks in air and 4–6 weeks in controlled atmosphere at ~10°C, depending on cultivar and ripeness
Freight IntensityMedium
Transport ModeSea

Risks

Phytosanitary HighNon-compliance with USDA APHIS commodity- and origin-specific import conditions (ACIR), or pest-related findings at inspection, can result in shipment holds, required treatment, refusal, re-export, or destruction; market access can also be origin-limited pending pest risk analysis decisions (e.g., APHIS proposals for Taiwan fresh pineapple show origin-specific safeguards and regulatory review).Verify ACIR requirements for the exact origin and product presentation; secure permits/treatments where required; implement pre-shipment pest control and documentation QA aligned to APHIS conditions.
Logistics MediumCold-chain deviations (especially exposure below ~7°C) and extended transit/port delays increase risk of chilling injury and internal browning/quality loss, raising shrink and rejection risk in U.S. distribution.Use validated reefer setpoints, continuous temperature monitoring, and rapid exception management; avoid sub-7°C exposure and minimize handling damage.
Sustainability MediumBecause U.S. supply is heavily concentrated in imported origins (notably Costa Rica), documented environmental and community impacts linked to pineapple sector expansion and pesticide/herbicide use can create reputational and buyer-compliance risk for U.S. importers and retailers.Prioritize suppliers with verifiable environmental management (water protection, agrochemical controls), conduct third-party audits, and require corrective-action plans where gaps are found.
Labor And Social MediumPublic allegations of labor exploitation and undocumented workers at some pineapple plantations in Costa Rica (including within certification contexts) can create reputational risk for U.S. buyers relying on imported supply.Run human-rights due diligence beyond label claims (worker interviews, grievance mechanisms, recruitment and wage checks) and require remediation with time-bound follow-up audits.
Labeling LowCountry-of-origin labeling (COOL) applies to fresh and frozen fruits and vegetables at covered U.S. retailers; mislabeling can trigger compliance actions and customer trust issues.Maintain chain-of-custody documentation and ensure point-of-sale and case-level origin statements match import records and supplier documentation.
Sustainability
  • Upstream pesticide/herbicide and waterway impact concerns in major supplying origins (notably Costa Rica), which can trigger retailer/brand sustainability scrutiny in the U.S. market
Labor & Social
  • Upstream labor conditions in major supplying origins (e.g., Costa Rica) are a recurring due diligence theme; UNDP notes concerns about precarious labor conditions in the pineapple sector
  • Allegations have been reported regarding labor exploitation and undocumented workers at some pineapple plantations in Costa Rica associated with certification schemes (reported by The Guardian)
Standards
  • GLOBALG.A.P. Integrated Farm Assurance (IFA) for fruit and vegetables (commonly used as farm assurance by buyers)

FAQ

Where is fresh pineapple produced domestically in the United States?Domestic pineapple production is limited; Hawaii is the primary producing region. USDA ERS notes that the 2022 Census of Agriculture reported some pineapple acreage in California, Florida, Hawaii, and Texas, but almost all pineapples consumed in the U.S. are imported.
What are the key U.S. import compliance systems for fresh pineapple?For plant health, importers should check USDA APHIS requirements in the ACIR system and follow any required permits or treatments. For food imports, FDA requires Prior Notice for imported food shipments and the importer may need to comply with FDA’s Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP).
What storage temperatures help preserve pineapple quality and avoid chilling injury?UC Davis guidance indicates about 10–13°C for partially ripe pineapples and 7–10°C for ripe fruit. Temperatures below about 7°C increase the risk of chilling injury and internal quality defects.

Sources

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