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Rice Cakes Suppliers, Trade & Prices — Market Overview 2026

Sub Product
Brown Rice Cake, Classic White Rice Cake, Flavored Rice Cake, Gluten-Free Rice Cake, +5
Raw Materials
Rice Flour, Salt
HS Code
190590
Last Updated
2026-06-01
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
  • Rice Cakes market coverage spans 144 countries.
  • 1,522 exporter companies and 2,068 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
  • 6,870 supplier- and manufacturer-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
  • 5 premium suppliers & manufacturers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
  • Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 0.
  • Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
  • Page data last updated on 2026-06-01.

Global Supplier & Manufacturer Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Rice Cakes

Analyze 6,870 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Rice Cakes.

Rice Cakes Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum

Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Rice Cakes to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Rice Cakes: Germany (-58.8%), Thailand (+58.7%), Philippines (+40.0%).

Rice Cakes Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary

As of 2025-07, benchmark Rice Cakes country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-12, countries with visible Rice Cakes transaction unit prices: Spain (12.24 USD / kg), Slovakia (7.24 USD / kg), South Africa (6.10 USD / kg), Bulgaria (5.99 USD / kg), Japan (5.82 USD / kg), 15 more countries.
CountryYoY ChangeTransaction Count2025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-042026-052026-06
China+2.5%9613.12 USD / kg (248,186.951 kg)3.24 USD / kg (411,789.32 kg)2.75 USD / kg (642,700.38 kg)3.80 USD / kg (483,969.181 kg)2.42 USD / kg (610,982.731 kg)2.55 USD / kg (570,207.339 kg)
India+21.6%1,7751.58 USD / kg (73,830.936 kg)1.51 USD / kg (80,323.18 kg)1.36 USD / kg (84,383.48 kg)1.56 USD / kg (32,545.526 kg)1.61 USD / kg (38,783.71 kg)1.41 USD / kg (86,861.51 kg)
Bangladesh-9.3%9651.07 USD / kg (206,919 kg)1.17 USD / kg (306,718.5 kg)1.16 USD / kg (891,288.88 kg)1.23 USD / kg (880,036.4 kg)1.20 USD / kg (943,946.55 kg)1.21 USD / kg (1,285,842.67 kg)
Vietnam-22.2%4151.93 USD / kg (6,901.96 kg)2.61 USD / kg (65,069.17 kg)4.16 USD / kg (61,113.12 kg)2.59 USD / kg (116,816.11 kg)3.03 USD / kg (102,136.35 kg)2.93 USD / kg (48,614.14 kg)
Japan+22.6%1212.95 USD / kg (129,405.73 kg)3.45 USD / kg (106,464.62 kg)3.74 USD / kg (207,316.3 kg)3.42 USD / kg (164,180.57 kg)3.94 USD / kg (183,540.73 kg)5.82 USD / kg (33,116.29 kg)
South Korea+6.4%6811.09 USD / kg (481,371.24 kg)3.08 USD / kg (754,467.271 kg)2.10 USD / kg (499,422.73 kg)2.80 USD / kg (700,401.853 kg)2.41 USD / kg (876,773.14 kg)2.69 USD / kg (1,187,916.83 kg)
United States-28.1%3968.01 USD / kg (33,641.01 kg)6.89 USD / kg (81,976.66 kg)3.53 USD / kg (128,753.46 kg)5.34 USD / kg (95,023.51 kg)2.93 USD / kg (132,261.237 kg)3.50 USD / kg (203,789.219 kg)
Mexico-6.9%3153.36 USD / kg (394,422.68 kg)2.59 USD / kg (127,320.694 kg)4.93 USD / kg (10,668.651 kg)3.16 USD / kg (187,898.705 kg)4.61 USD / kg (9,338.599 kg)4.16 USD / kg (20,074.472 kg)
South Africa-2.8%1907.11 USD / kg (50.46 kg)7.02 USD / kg (29.64 kg)6.78 USD / kg (52.88 kg)7.16 USD / kg (46.88 kg)6.97 USD / kg (130.75 kg)6.10 USD / kg (121.62 kg)
Poland+3.8%1109.46 USD / kg (1,220 kg)6.04 USD / kg (32,972.8 kg)3.82 USD / kg (28,548.19 kg)2.67 USD / kg (54,017.92 kg)2.46 USD / kg (57,933.32 kg)2.95 USD / kg (48,253.44 kg)
Rice Cakes Global Supply Chain Coverage
3,590 companies
1,522 exporters and 2,068 importers are mapped for Rice Cakes.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Rice Cakes, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.

Rice Cakes Export Supplier & Manufacturer Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals

1,522 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Rice Cakes. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.

Rice Cakes Verified Export Suppliers, Manufacturers, and Premium Partners

5 premium Rice Cakes suppliers include country, industry, and contactability signals to prioritize credible export partners faster.
Das Superfoods Pvt. Ltd.
India
Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
HANUL TRADING CO., LTD.
South Korea
Others
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VIETNAM LIBRA COMPANY LIMITED
Vietnam
Contact
Food Manufacturing
Hyundai Green Food Co., Ltd.
South Korea
Food Services And Drinking PlacesFood Manufacturing
Bango-C Food Products
Bangladesh
Food ManufacturingBeverage ManufacturingFood Packaging
Become a Premium Supplier to join the Tridge Supply Chain Network and advance your marketing and export channel strategy.

Rice Cakes Top Exporters, Manufacturers, and Supplier Profiles

Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 1,522 total exporter companies in the Rice Cakes supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(South Korea)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-01
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFood WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingTrade
(Serbia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-01
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood WholesalersOnline Retail And Fulfillment
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingTrade
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-28
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: United States, South Korea
Supplying Products: Rice Cakes, Frozen Dough, Finger bun +5
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-01
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: South Korea
Supplying Products: Rice Cakes, Glutinous Rice Cake, Manju +5
(Argentina)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-27
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood Manufacturing
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-16
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Poland, China, Thailand, Cambodia, Japan
Supplying Products: Rice Cakes, Glutinous Rice Cake, Seasoned Seaweed +5
Rice Cakes Global Exporter Coverage
1,522 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Rice Cakes supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Rice Cakes opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.

Top Exporting Countries for Rice Cakes (HS Code 190590) in 2024

For Rice Cakes in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
RankCountryVolumeValue
1Canada848,100,643 kg4,275,205,947.444 USD
2Germany1,312,641,774.111 kg3,792,813,627.341 USD
3Italy578,457,307 kg2,857,119,354.952 USD
4United States606,234,495 kg2,171,125,762 USD
5Belgium520,756,401.034 kg1,896,188,977.903 USD
6Poland579,402,651 kg1,746,388,157 USD
7Netherlands450,571,845 kg1,608,082,995.671 USD
8Mexico474,389,365 kg1,379,452,593 USD
9United Kingdom208,322,013.528 kg844,641,623.228 USD
10Malaysia222,824,798.926 kg727,550,514.656 USD

Rice Cakes Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary

Track Rice Cakes exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.

Rice Cakes Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks

2,068 importer companies are mapped for Rice Cakes demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.

Rice Cakes Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners

Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 2,068 total importer companies tracked for Rice Cakes. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-01
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-17
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFreight Forwarding And IntermodalOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Thailand)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-01
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Czechia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-10-30
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Australia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-01
Industries: Freight Forwarding And IntermodalOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-02
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
2,068 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Rice Cakes.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Rice Cakes buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.

Top Import Demand Countries for Rice Cakes (HS Code 190590) in 2024

For Rice Cakes in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
RankCountryVolumeValue
1United States1,702,306,529.305 kg7,829,826,046 USD
2United Kingdom824,899,118.439 kg3,216,940,311.576 USD
3Germany517,523,142.122 kg1,718,006,010.392 USD
4Canada396,569,715.36 kg1,711,125,950.592 USD
5Netherlands662,926,835 kg1,525,531,913.992 USD
6Belgium332,113,778.87 kg1,046,194,075.902 USD
7Italy258,920,562 kg826,626,002.032 USD
8Australia172,345,140.429 kg801,615,836.337 USD
9Spain229,888,179.54 kg692,705,779.503 USD
10Poland180,769,925.497 kg636,595,051 USD

Rice Cakes Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary

Analyze Rice Cakes origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.

Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Rice Cakes

Rice Cakes Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country

Monthly Rice Cakes wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-12, countries with visible Rice Cakes wholesale unit prices: South Korea (1.69 USD / kg), Ukraine (0.51 USD / kg).
Country2025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-042026-052026-06
South Korea1.81 USD / kg1.80 USD / kg1.80 USD / kg-1.71 USD / kg1.69 USD / kg
Bangladesh------
Ukraine----0.51 USD / kg0.51 USD / kg

Rice Cakes Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries

Compare Rice Cakes wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 3 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
RankCountryAverageLowerUpperYoY
1South Korea1.75 USD / kg1.66 USD / kg1.84 USD / kg-0.5%
2Bangladesh0.74 USD / kg0.60 USD / kg2.05 USD / kg+4.3%
3Ukraine0.51 USD / kg0.50 USD / kg0.51 USD / kg-

Latest Rice Cakes Wholesale Export Price Updates

Use the latest 5 Rice Cakes wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
DateEntry NameUnit Price (USD) 
2026-05-01মুড** * ****** *****137.38 USD / kg
2026-05-01মুড** * ****** ****137.38 USD / kg
2026-05-01মুড** * ****** *****137.38 USD / kg
2026-05-01মুড** * ****** *******137.38 USD / kg
2026-05-01মুড** * ****** ********111.76 USD / kg

Classification

Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormProcessed (fresh/chilled, frozen, and ambient packaged variants)
Industry PositionValue-Added Processed Food Product

Market

Rice cakes are a processed rice-based bakery/snack category that includes soft, chewy formed products (e.g., mochi/tteok-style) and crisp expanded snack rice cakes. Commercial production is most strongly associated with East Asia (notably Japan, South Korea, and China), with growing manufacturing and private-label activity in North America and Europe for both ethnic and health-positioned snack segments. International trade typically moves as frozen or chilled products for texture-sensitive rice cakes and as ambient packaged goods for expanded snacks, with quality differentiation driven by rice type (including glutinous rice), texture, and shelf-life technology. Input costs and availability are closely linked to the global rice market, while market access depends on food safety management, labeling, and additive compliance in destination markets.
Market GrowthMixed (recent years)expanded snack formats tend to show broader mainstream penetration while traditional fresh rice-cake formats remain more regionally and culturally concentrated
Major Producing Countries
  • JapanLong-established industrial production of mochi-style rice cakes and related confectionery products.
  • South KoreaSignificant manufacturing base for tteok-style rice cakes, including frozen and shelf-life-extended formats for retail and foodservice.
  • ChinaLarge-scale production across multiple regional rice-cake traditions and modern snack formats.
  • United StatesNotable production for expanded snack rice cakes and increasing availability of frozen rice-cake products serving mainstream and diaspora demand.

Specification

Major VarietiesMochi-style formed rice cakes (pounded/formed), Tteok-style formed rice cakes (cylindrical/sliced forms used in soups/stir-fries), Nian gao-style sweet rice cakes, Expanded/puffed rice cakes (snack)
Physical Attributes
  • Texture is the primary quality driver: elastic/chewy for formed rice cakes; crisp/low-density for expanded snack rice cakes
  • Surface stickiness and deformation resistance matter for formed products during packing and frozen distribution
  • Uniform piece size/shape supports consistent cooking performance and portion control (foodservice and retail)
Compositional Metrics
  • Rice type (glutinous vs non-glutinous) strongly influences gel/chew and cooking behavior
  • Moisture management and water activity control are central to mold risk and texture retention in packaged formed rice cakes
  • Oil and seasoning adhesion performance is a key attribute for flavored expanded snack rice cakes
Packaging
  • Frozen retail packs or foodservice bulk bags for formed rice cakes (cold-chain dependent)
  • Vacuum-sealed or modified-atmosphere packs for chilled formed rice cakes where shelf-life extension is needed
  • Ambient multi-packs in barrier film for expanded snack rice cakes to protect crispness
ProcessingStarch retrogradation can drive hardening/staling in formed rice cakes; freezing and appropriate formulation/packaging are common countermeasuresExpanded snack rice cakes are sensitive to moisture pickup; barrier packaging and humidity control protect texture

Supply Chain

Value Chain
  • Rice procurement (often including glutinous rice) -> milling into flour/grits or cooked-rice preparation -> mixing/formulation -> cooking (steaming) -> forming (pounding/extrusion/molding) or expansion (puffing) -> cooling -> packing -> cold-chain distribution for frozen/chilled items or ambient distribution for expanded snacks
Demand Drivers
  • Convenience cooking formats (frozen, pre-sliced, pre-portioned) for home and foodservice
  • Ethnic cuisine demand (Asian grocery and mainstream retail assortments) and seasonal cultural consumption in key consumer markets
  • Health-positioned snacking for expanded rice cakes (portion control, simple-ingredient positioning) where supported by formulation and labeling
Temperature
  • Frozen formed rice cakes require stable frozen storage and transport to preserve texture and reduce microbiological risk
  • Chilled formed rice cakes rely on strict time-temperature control to manage mold growth and quality deterioration
Atmosphere Control
  • Vacuum sealing and/or modified-atmosphere packaging is used in some chilled formed rice cakes to slow mold growth and oxidation in flavored variants
  • Low-permeability barrier packaging is important for expanded snack rice cakes to prevent moisture ingress and loss of crispness
Shelf Life
  • Fresh formed rice cakes typically have a short usable window due to mold risk and rapid texture change; frozen formats materially extend distribution reach
  • Expanded snack rice cakes are shelf-stable but quality is highly dependent on moisture control and package integrity

Risks

Input Supply And Price Volatility HighRice cakes depend on rice inputs (often including glutinous rice), making the category vulnerable to climate-driven yield shocks and trade policy actions (such as export restrictions) that can tighten availability and raise costs, pressuring processor margins and retail pricing.Diversify approved rice origins and suppliers; use forward purchasing where feasible; qualify formulation alternatives within product specifications to reduce single-input dependency.
Food Safety MediumRice-based products can face contaminant and residue concerns associated with upstream rice supply, while formed rice cakes (especially fresh/chilled) carry higher microbiological and mold risks if time-temperature control and sanitation are inadequate.Implement risk-based raw material testing and supplier verification; maintain robust HACCP/FSMS controls, environmental monitoring, and validated shelf-life studies for chilled products.
Shelf Life And Quality Stability MediumTexture degradation (hardening/staling) and moisture sensitivity can cause quality failures across long distribution chains; cold-chain breaks can also lead to cracking, dehydration, or microbial spoilage in formed rice cakes.Specify packaging performance requirements; validate freeze-thaw and distribution stress; use appropriate storage instructions and enforce cold-chain KPIs with logistics partners.
Regulatory Compliance MediumLabeling and composition compliance varies by market, including additive permissions, allergen declarations for filled/coated variants (e.g., soy, milk, nuts, sesame), and substantiation/controls for claims such as gluten-free.Maintain market-specific label reviews and regulatory checks; implement allergen management and segregation; document claim substantiation and supplier declarations.
Logistics MediumFrozen rice-cake trade is exposed to reefer capacity constraints, temperature excursions, and last-mile freezer availability, while ambient snack products are exposed to humidity and packaging damage that can rapidly degrade crispness.Use temperature monitoring and acceptance criteria; design packaging for distribution stress; select routes and warehouses aligned to required storage conditions.
Sustainability
  • Rice cultivation greenhouse-gas profile (notably methane from flooded paddy systems) can create upstream footprint scrutiny for rice-based processed foods
  • Water use and local water stress in rice-growing regions can affect both sustainability assessments and long-run supply resilience
  • Single-use plastic and multilayer packaging reliance for moisture/texture protection can raise packaging waste and recyclability concerns
Labor & Social
  • Supplier labor standards and audit expectations span both agricultural rice sourcing and factory operations (overtime, worker safety, subcontracting)
  • Traceability and responsible sourcing expectations may increase for rice-based products as retailers extend ESG requirements to staple-derived processed foods

FAQ

Are rice cakes gluten-free?Rice cakes are typically made primarily from rice and are often formulated without gluten, but gluten can be introduced through flavorings, fillings, coatings, or cross-contact in shared facilities. Buyers should rely on destination-market compliant labeling, allergen statements, and supplier verification rather than assuming all rice cakes are gluten-free.
Why are many rice cakes sold frozen?Formed rice cakes can have a short usable window when sold fresh because they are sensitive to mold growth and rapid texture change. Freezing helps preserve the intended chewy texture and materially extends distribution reach, enabling international trade and longer retail handling times.
What is the biggest supply risk for rice cakes globally?The largest global risk is disruption or volatility in rice inputs (including glutinous rice), driven by climate impacts on yields and potential trade policy actions that restrict exports. These shocks can quickly raise input costs and tighten availability for processors and importers.

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Raw materials: Rice Flour, Salt
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