Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Fresh Star Apple market coverage spans 133 countries.
- 36 exporter companies and 56 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 162 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 2 countries.
- 0 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 3; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-04-16.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Fresh Star Apple
Analyze 162 supplier-linked transactions across the top 2 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Fresh Star Apple.
Fresh Star Apple Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Fresh Star Apple to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Fresh Star Apple: Vietnam (-20.5%), Philippines (-0.0%).
Fresh Star Apple Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-05, benchmark Fresh Star Apple country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-07, countries with visible Fresh Star Apple transaction unit prices: Vietnam (8.85 USD / kg).
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vietnam | -20.5% | 161 | 4.72 USD / kg (12,007 kg) | 6.49 USD / kg (1,351.5 kg) | 8.85 USD / kg (586.5 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Philippines | -0.0% | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Fresh Star Apple Global Supply Chain Coverage
92 companies
36 exporters and 56 importers are mapped for Fresh Star Apple.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Fresh Star Apple, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Fresh Star Apple Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
36 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Fresh Star Apple. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Fresh Star Apple Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 36 total exporter companies in the Fresh Star Apple supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Crop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTradeFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Fresh Star Apple
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Export Partner Companies: 3
Industries: Food WholesalersCrop ProductionFood ManufacturingBeverage ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: United States, Thailand, Vietnam, Australia
Supplying Products: Fresh Mango, Fresh Star Apple, Fresh Dragon Fruit +5
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Crop ProductionBrokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: Australia, United States, Vietnam, Italy, Sweden
Supplying Products: Fresh Dragon Fruit, Fresh Star Apple, Fresh Jackfruit +2
(Poland)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Industries: Crop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: India
Supplying Products: Fresh Apple, Fresh Star Apple, Fresh Gala Apple
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Industries: Crop ProductionFood ManufacturingBrokers And Trade AgenciesFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingTrade
Exporting Countries: India, Malaysia, Vietnam, Hong Kong, Maldives
Supplying Products: Fresh Dragon Fruit, Fresh Sweet Potato, Fresh Star Apple +2
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-05-27
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Crop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: TradeFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: United States, Vietnam
Supplying Products: Fresh Grapefruit, Fresh Longan, Fresh Dragon Fruit +5
Fresh Star Apple Global Exporter Coverage
36 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Fresh Star Apple supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Top Exporting Countries for Fresh Star Apple (HS Code 081090) in 2024
For Fresh Star Apple in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thailand | 604,140,914.867 kg | 667,535,022.8 USD | View → |
| 2 | Netherlands | 86,055,213 kg | 362,574,826.936 USD | View → |
| 3 | Ecuador | 61,720,919.93 kg | 216,580,889.485 USD | View → |
| 4 | Egypt | 53,026,019.978 kg | 171,520,196.44 USD | View → |
| 5 | Turkiye | 150,795,266 kg | 164,219,723 USD | View → |
| 6 | Spain | 54,078,945.92 kg | 117,239,427.117 USD | View → |
| 7 | India | 89,657,134.77 kg | 93,079,030.168 USD | View → |
| 8 | United States | 26,218,700 kg | 73,697,590 USD | View → |
| 9 | Mexico | 60,190,671 kg | 60,906,272 USD | View → |
| 10 | Belgium | 25,436,920 kg | 38,269,686.645 USD | View → |
Fresh Star Apple Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Fresh Star Apple Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
56 importer companies are mapped for Fresh Star Apple demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Fresh Star Apple Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(United Arab Emirates)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 5M - 10M
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Liberia
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersBrokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: -
(Hong Kong)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
56 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Fresh Star Apple.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Fresh Star Apple (HS Code 081090) in 2024
For Fresh Star Apple 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 | 275,685,098 kg | 376,237,668 USD | View → |
| 2 | Netherlands | 75,190,595 kg | 240,077,237.738 USD | View → |
| 3 | Germany | 61,116,273.234 kg | 198,676,075.823 USD | View → |
| 4 | Hong Kong | 90,763,189 kg | 122,042,304.438 USD | View → |
| 5 | Canada | 35,401,134 kg | 109,880,127.07 USD | View → |
| 6 | United Kingdom | 33,476,515 kg | 101,205,241.941 USD | View → |
| 7 | India | 57,062,057 kg | 63,134,063.618 USD | View → |
| 8 | Italy | 26,342,419 kg | 56,992,234.402 USD | View → |
| 9 | Thailand | 35,483,477 kg | 49,000,972.15 USD | View → |
| 10 | Belgium | 16,031,660.74 kg | 38,912,802.142 USD | View → |
Fresh Star Apple Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Fresh Star Apple
Fresh Star Apple Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Fresh Star Apple wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Fresh Star Apple wholesale unit prices: India (0.47 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | 0.24 USD / kg | 0.17 USD / kg | 0.17 USD / kg | - | - | 0.47 USD / kg |
Fresh Star Apple Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
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Latest Fresh Star Apple Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 3 Fresh Star Apple wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
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Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFresh
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupTropical fruit (Sapotaceae)
Scientific NameChrysophyllum cainito L.
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
- Tropical lowland conditions; commonly referenced as thriving in hot, tropical environments (tropical wet and tropical wet/dry climates).
- Not frost tolerant when young (early years); prefers very bright light.
- Typically grown on well-drained soils; tolerant of a distinct dry season for good fruit production (context varies by location).
Main VarietiesPurple-skinned types, Green-skinned types
Consumption Forms
- Fresh consumption (pulp eaten fresh)
- Used as an ingredient in fruit salads and sorbets in some culinary contexts
Grading Factors
- Maturity indicators (skin color dulling and softening/ slight wrinkling)
- Freedom from peel damage near the stem/peduncle
- Absence of rot/decay
Planting to HarvestApproximately 5 to 6 years of growth before the tree produces fruit (as commonly described for this perennial tree crop).
Market
Fresh star apple (Chrysophyllum cainito; also marketed as caimito) is a tropical fresh fruit traded primarily as a niche, seasonal item and often supplied through local and regional market channels. Product-specific global trade statistics are difficult to isolate because many customs systems classify star apple within aggregated “other fresh fruit” groupings (e.g., HS heading 0810 and subheading 0810.90). Cultivation is reported across multiple tropical and subtropical countries, but production is frequently described as small-scale, which can limit standardized export programs and consistent visibility in official datasets. Where cross-border trade occurs, market access tends to be shaped more by general fresh-produce hygiene and phytosanitary requirements than by any widely used, star-apple-specific international grade standard.
Major Producing Countries
- MexicoReported as a country where the species is commonly found/cultivated; product-specific production rankings are not consistently reported in global datasets.
- GuatemalaReported as a country where the species is commonly found/cultivated; product-specific production rankings are not consistently reported in global datasets.
- PeruReported as a country where the species is commonly found/cultivated; product-specific production rankings are not consistently reported in global datasets.
- ArgentinaReported as a country where the species is commonly found/cultivated; product-specific production rankings are not consistently reported in global datasets.
- VietnamReported as a country where the species is commonly found/cultivated; product-specific production rankings are not consistently reported in global datasets.
- IndiaReported as a country where the species is commonly found/cultivated; product-specific production rankings are not consistently reported in global datasets.
- ChinaReported as a country where the species is commonly found/cultivated; product-specific production rankings are not consistently reported in global datasets.
- MalaysiaReported as a country where the species is commonly found/cultivated; product-specific production rankings are not consistently reported in global datasets.
Specification
Major VarietiesPurple-skinned types, Green-skinned types
Physical Attributes
- A star-shaped pattern is visible in the pulp/seed arrangement when the fruit is cut transversely (basis for the common name “star apple”).
- Immature fruit can be astringent/inedible due to gummy latex in the flesh; maturity is commonly associated with dulling skin color (purple or green) and softening.
- Peel and inner rind are described as inedible; edible portion is the pulp.
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Hand harvest at full maturity (fruit does not fall when ripe) -> clip from stem to reduce peel damage near the peduncle -> allow to ripen at room temperature -> refrigerate once ripe -> retail/consumption
Temperature
- Ripen at room temperature after harvest; once ripe, refrigeration is used for short-term holding until consumption.
Risks
Postharvest Handling HighPeel damage during harvest/handling (especially around the stem area) can increase the likelihood of postharvest rot, and immature fruit may be unacceptable for sale due to latex-related astringency. These quality risks can quickly disrupt marketability in fresh trade and raise rejection rates in longer distribution chains.Harvest at full maturity, clip fruit rather than pulling, handle gently to avoid peel injury, and follow hygienic handling controls aligned with recognized fresh-produce codes of practice.
Trade Classification MediumStar apple is commonly grouped under broad “other fresh fruit” tariff headings (e.g., HS 0810 / 0810.90), making product-specific trade flows and benchmarks hard to isolate and increasing the risk of misdeclaration or inconsistent reporting across markets.Specify scientific name and clear product descriptors on documentation and contracts, and align commercial specs with the importing market’s applied tariff-line detail.
Production Scale MediumProduction is often described as small-scale, which can limit consistent export volumes, standardization, and the ability to maintain continuous supply programs for large buyers.Aggregate supply through coordinated grower/packer programs, standardize maturity and defect criteria at pack-out, and use pre-agreed seasonal supply plans with buyers.
FAQ
Why is it called “star apple”?When the fruit is cut across the middle, the seed arrangement in the pulp forms a star-like pattern, which is the basis for the common name “star apple.”
How is fresh star apple typically ripened and stored after harvest?Guidance for caimito (star apple) describes harvesting by hand at full maturity, letting the fruit finish ripening at room temperature, and then refrigerating the fruit once ripe until it is eaten.
Sources
Fresh Star Apple Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
Explore country-level Fresh Star Apple market pages for supplier coverage, trade flows, and price benchmarks.
All country market pages: China, Vietnam, Thailand, Canada, Croatia, Malaysia, Netherlands, Hong Kong, Ecuador, Indonesia, Egypt, Italy, Singapore, Turkiye, United Arab Emirates, South Korea, Colombia, Norway, Spain, Qatar, Peru, United States, India, Germany, Mexico, France, Azerbaijan, Saudi Arabia, United Kingdom, South Africa, Belgium, Greece, Austria, Philippines, Switzerland, Cambodia, Portugal, Kuwait, Israel, Oman, Laos, Poland, Pakistan, Chile, Ukraine, Sweden, Uzbekistan, Guatemala, Czechia, Tunisia, Australia, Sri Lanka, Brunei, Japan, Romania, Brazil, Denmark, Morocco, Russia, Honduras, Andorra, Hungary, Maldives, Bulgaria, Bahrain, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Dominican Republic, Lithuania, Macao, El Salvador, Ireland, Madagascar, Slovakia, New Zealand, Albania, Armenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Benin, Bermuda, Bolivia, Bahamas, Botswana, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Costa Rica, Cuba, Cyprus, Estonia, Ethiopia, Finland, Fiji, Gabon, Gambia, Iran, Iceland, Jamaica, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Liberia, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Latvia, Moldova, Montenegro, Macedonia, Myanmar [Burma], Mongolia, Malta, Mauritius, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Nicaragua, Nepal, Panama, Paraguay, Serbia, Slovenia, Senegal, Swaziland, Togo, Tanzania, Uganda, Uruguay, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Zambia, Zimbabwe
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