Sub Product
Derived Products
HS Code
080440
Last Updated
2026-03-30
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Fresh Avocado market coverage spans 140 countries.
- 3,715 exporter companies and 3,720 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 154,291 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
- 8 premium suppliers and 2 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 2026-03-30.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Fresh Avocado
Analyze 154,291 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Fresh Avocado.
Fresh Avocado Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Fresh Avocado to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Fresh Avocado: Ecuador (-57.7%), Netherlands (+56.4%), United States (-32.3%).
Fresh Avocado Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-05, benchmark Fresh Avocado country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Fresh Avocado transaction unit prices: Spain (4.30 USD / kg), Netherlands (4.01 USD / kg), United Kingdom (3.66 USD / kg), Sri Lanka (3.60 USD / kg), Thailand (3.36 USD / kg), 15 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peru | -6.8% | 100,123 | 1.75 USD / kg (264,864,463.862 kg) | 1.60 USD / kg (286,793,749.779 kg) | 1.60 USD / kg (274,633,148.932 kg) | 1.70 USD / kg (250,298,933.746 kg) | 1.83 USD / kg (152,903,500.766 kg) | 1.88 USD / kg (31,181,401.962 kg) | ||||||
| Mexico | -22.6% | 18,199 | 4.08 USD / kg (131,655,984.211 kg) | 3.57 USD / kg (122,058,753.614 kg) | 3.03 USD / kg (139,943,426.855 kg) | 2.45 USD / kg (143,782,028.756 kg) | 2.18 USD / kg (242,834,173.604 kg) | 1.89 USD / kg (215,506,743.868 kg) | ||||||
| Chile | -12.8% | 16,341 | 2.89 USD / kg (3,179,019.529 kg) | 2.73 USD / kg (1,190,448.714 kg) | 3.07 USD / kg (663,154.404 kg) | 1.79 USD / kg (2,492,037.187 kg) | 2.08 USD / kg (34,602,205.044 kg) | 2.39 USD / kg (98,033,198.87 kg) | ||||||
| United States | -32.3% | 592 | 3.47 USD / kg (3,716,173.206 kg) | 2.95 USD / kg (2,390,026.291 kg) | 2.17 USD / kg (3,415,800.411 kg) | 1.82 USD / kg (4,148,924.199 kg) | 1.66 USD / kg (8,096,663.659 kg) | 1.54 USD / kg (6,812,715.73 kg) | ||||||
| Colombia | -22.1% | 6,214 | 1.80 USD / kg (12,574,857.505 kg) | 1.76 USD / kg (13,219,911.06 kg) | 1.62 USD / kg (12,356,169.312 kg) | 1.55 USD / kg (17,170,728.689 kg) | 1.71 USD / kg (16,036,216.244 kg) | 1.75 USD / kg (23,095,660.871 kg) | ||||||
| South Africa | -3.6% | 3,409 | 1.39 USD / kg (9,947.56 kg) | 1.47 USD / kg (9,816.32 kg) | 1.49 USD / kg (9,022.63 kg) | 1.63 USD / kg (8,731.85 kg) | 1.89 USD / kg (12,191.75 kg) | 2.09 USD / kg (10,203.5 kg) | ||||||
| Netherlands | +56.4% | 1,610 | 3.40 USD / kg (633,169.259 kg) | 3.48 USD / kg (419,334.06 kg) | 6.10 USD / kg (25,488.6 kg) | 3.32 USD / kg (492,458.579 kg) | 5.13 USD / kg (178,866.18 kg) | 4.01 USD / kg (504,241.2 kg) | ||||||
| Ethiopia | +25.6% | 458 | 0.26 USD / kg (500,004.553 kg) | 0.27 USD / kg (559,322.313 kg) | 0.26 USD / kg (399,755.313 kg) | 0.26 USD / kg (523,934.141 kg) | 0.52 USD / kg (344,344.828 kg) | 0.72 USD / kg (357,373.816 kg) | ||||||
| Thailand | +8.2% | 149 | 3.66 USD / kg (21,368 kg) | 2.44 USD / kg (21,648.6 kg) | 2.42 USD / kg (261.5 kg) | 2.66 USD / kg (194.3 kg) | 2.94 USD / kg (184 kg) | 3.36 USD / kg (195 kg) | ||||||
| Brazil | +29.9% | 2,280 | 0.33 USD / kg (4,617,031.701 kg) | 0.32 USD / kg (4,875,626.885 kg) | 0.33 USD / kg (4,603,357.321 kg) | 0.36 USD / kg (2,193,856.243 kg) | 0.41 USD / kg (3,920,769.926 kg) | 0.35 USD / kg (1,639,584.397 kg) |
Fresh Avocado Global Supply Chain Coverage
7,435 companies
3,715 exporters and 3,720 importers are mapped for Fresh Avocado.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Fresh Avocado, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Fresh Avocado Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
3,715 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Fresh Avocado. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Fresh Avocado Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners
8 premium Fresh Avocado suppliers include country, industry, and contactability signals to prioritize credible export partners faster.
PRIME FIELD AGRICULTURE
Kenya
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Tera industrial Engineering Business PLC
Ethiopia
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Black Forge Holdings (Pty) Ltd
South Africa
ContactCatalog
Crop ProductionBrokers And Trade Agencies
Tronics Kenya Limited
Kenya
ContactCatalog
Crop ProductionFood Packaging
SIHO COMPANY LIMITE D
Tanzania
MORAKI ENTERPRISES COMPANY LIMITED
Tanzania
Contact
Food Wholesalers
AMAY SOURCING SOLUTION
Australia
Contact
Hars & Hagebauer B.V.
Netherlands
Food ManufacturingFood WholesalersFood Packaging
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Fresh Avocado Global Supplier Catalog Offers and Export Pricing Opportunities
Compare 2 Fresh Avocado supplier listings by origin, Incoterms, minimum volume, and offer price to identify export-ready sourcing opportunities.
Fresh Avocado Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 3,715 total exporter companies in the Fresh Avocado supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Dominican Republic)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-28
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Kenya)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-28
Recently Export Partner Companies: 11
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food PackagingCrop ProductionFood ManufacturingBeverage Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingDistribution / WholesaleTradeFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
(Colombia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-28
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Crop ProductionFood ManufacturingBrokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: TradeFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
(Peru)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-05-19
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Services And Drinking PlacesFood PackagingCrop ProductionFood ManufacturingOthersBeverage Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: LogisticsDistribution / WholesaleOthersTradeFood ManufacturingRetailFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
(Chile)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-31
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Dominican Republic)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-28
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersBeverage ManufacturingOthersCrop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingTradeDistribution / Wholesale
Fresh Avocado Global Exporter Coverage
3,715 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Fresh Avocado supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Fresh Avocado opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.
Top Exporting Countries for Fresh Avocado (HS Code 080440) in 2024
For Fresh Avocado in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mexico | 1,190,396,811 kg | 3,783,464,137 USD | View → |
| 2 | Netherlands | 366,683,831 kg | 1,235,038,750.65 USD | View → |
| 3 | Spain | 138,977,202.26 kg | 463,149,228.593 USD | View → |
| 4 | Chile | 106,889,176 kg | 288,055,906.819 USD | View → |
| 5 | Israel | 72,538,913.537 kg | 260,257,000 USD | View → |
| 6 | South Africa | 57,059,726.768 kg | 204,720,371.25 USD | View → |
| 7 | United States | 59,968,688 kg | 176,611,386 USD | View → |
| 8 | Dominican Republic | 63,345,314.68 kg | 90,976,036.801 USD | View → |
| 9 | New Zealand | 19,820,273 kg | 60,011,022.148 USD | View → |
| 10 | Australia | 17,031,171.08 kg | 58,402,450.549 USD | View → |
Fresh Avocado Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
Track Fresh Avocado exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.
Fresh Avocado Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
3,720 importer companies are mapped for Fresh Avocado demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Fresh Avocado Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 3,720 total importer companies tracked for Fresh Avocado. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Mexico)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-28
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food PackagingBrokers And Trade AgenciesFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(El Salvador)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-22
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: -
(Peru)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-28
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood PackagingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Netherlands)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-28
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Mexico)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-31
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingCrop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(El Salvador)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-28
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Crop ProductionFood WholesalersFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
3,720 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Fresh Avocado.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Fresh Avocado buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.
Top Import Demand Countries for Fresh Avocado (HS Code 080440) in 2024
For Fresh Avocado 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 | 1,217,217,623 kg | 3,876,537,120 USD | View → |
| 2 | Netherlands | 388,052,588 kg | 1,315,614,762.914 USD | View → |
| 3 | Germany | 185,055,434.879 kg | 683,801,432.268 USD | View → |
| 4 | Spain | 261,775,394.87 kg | 665,253,474.586 USD | View → |
| 5 | United Kingdom | 134,299,190 kg | 381,524,061.704 USD | View → |
| 6 | Canada | 112,796,177 kg | 306,874,603.086 USD | View → |
| 7 | Italy | 58,349,562 kg | 174,836,075.777 USD | View → |
| 8 | Poland | 46,195,256 kg | 145,196,753 USD | View → |
| 9 | Japan | 47,869,612 kg | 144,247,238.976 USD | View → |
| 10 | Chile | 64,323,641.555 kg | 115,227,855.778 USD | View → |
Fresh Avocado Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
Analyze Fresh Avocado 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 Avocado
Fresh Avocado Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Fresh Avocado wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Fresh Avocado wholesale unit prices: Mexico (2.61 USD / kg), Peru (2.02 USD / kg), Colombia (1.66 USD / kg), Brazil (1.21 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mexico | 4.00 USD / kg | 4.00 USD / kg | 3.76 USD / kg | 3.54 USD / kg | 3.07 USD / kg | 2.61 USD / kg | ||||||
| Colombia | 1.68 USD / kg | 1.30 USD / kg | 1.19 USD / kg | 1.25 USD / kg | 1.53 USD / kg | 1.66 USD / kg | ||||||
| Peru | 1.31 USD / kg | 1.20 USD / kg | 1.36 USD / kg | 1.50 USD / kg | 1.71 USD / kg | 2.02 USD / kg | ||||||
| Kenya | - | - | - | - | - | - | ||||||
| Brazil | 0.76 USD / kg | 0.87 USD / kg | 0.96 USD / kg | 1.00 USD / kg | 1.12 USD / kg | 1.21 USD / kg |
Fresh Avocado Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Fresh Avocado 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 | Mexico | 3.22 USD / kg | 0.38 USD / kg | 6.16 USD / kg | -3.5% | View → |
| 2 | Colombia | 1.53 USD / kg | 0.80 USD / kg | 2.79 USD / kg | +0.9% | View → |
| 3 | Peru | 1.65 USD / kg | 0.92 USD / kg | 2.62 USD / kg | +17.4% | View → |
| 4 | Kenya | 0.34 USD / kg | 0.31 USD / kg | 0.39 USD / kg | -4.1% | View → |
| 5 | Brazil | 1.02 USD / kg | 0.26 USD / kg | 2.54 USD / kg | -13.9% | View → |
Latest Fresh Avocado Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 5 Fresh Avocado wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
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Global Farmgate Supplier Price Trends by Country for Fresh Avocado
Fresh Avocado Monthly Farmgate Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Fresh Avocado farmgate unit-price benchmarks by country to monitor supplier-side cost movement.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Fresh Avocado farmgate unit prices: Ecuador (2.35 USD / kg), Thailand (2.07 USD / kg), Brazil (0.96 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 |
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| Brazil | 0.52 USD / kg | 0.56 USD / kg | 0.55 USD / kg | 0.58 USD / kg | 0.76 USD / kg | 0.96 USD / kg | ||||||
| Ecuador | 1.52 USD / kg | 1.78 USD / kg | 2.10 USD / kg | 2.23 USD / kg | 2.31 USD / kg | 2.35 USD / kg | ||||||
| Italy | - | - | - | - | - | - | ||||||
| Thailand | 3.43 USD / kg | 3.31 USD / kg | 2.92 USD / kg | 2.82 USD / kg | 2.37 USD / kg | 2.07 USD / kg |
Fresh Avocado Farmgate Cost Trends by Major Exporting Supplier Countries
Compare Fresh Avocado farmgate price levels and YoY changes across the top 4 exporting countries to understand origin-side supplier cost structure.
Latest Fresh Avocado Farmgate Export Cost Updates
Review the latest 5 Fresh Avocado farmgate updates to monitor origin-side export cost and supplier pricing shifts.
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Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFresh
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupTropical and subtropical fruit
Scientific NamePersea americana
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
- Subtropical to tropical climates; sensitive to frost and extreme heat events
- Commercial maturity programs commonly use dry matter as a harvest index (cultivar-dependent)
Main VarietiesHass, Fuerte, Reed, Lamb Hass, Gwen
Consumption Forms
- Fresh consumption (whole fruit, sliced, salads, sandwiches)
- Processed foods (e.g., guacamole) and ingredient use (pulp, oil) where applicable
Grading Factors
- Dry matter/maturity compliance (cultivar-dependent)
- Size and uniformity within packages
- Freedom from defects (blemishes, wounds, sunburn) and decay
Market
Fresh avocado is a globally traded, climacteric fruit where long-distance trade depends on harvest maturity management, cold-chain integrity, and destination ripening programs. Global production is concentrated in a small set of countries led by Mexico, with major additional volumes from Latin America and growing contributions from parts of Africa. International trade flows are anchored by the United States and major European entry and redistribution hubs (notably the Netherlands and Spain), with East Asian markets also participating. The market is structurally exposed to supply concentration and to disruptions in inspection/certification and logistics on key corridors.
Market GrowthGrowing (long-term)long-term expansion of import demand across North America and Europe, with growing participation from East Asian markets
Major Producing Countries
- MexicoAmong the largest global producers in FAO crop production statistics (Avocados, Persea americana).
- ColombiaAmong the largest global producers in FAO crop production statistics; expanding export presence in multiple destination markets.
- PeruAmong the largest global producers in FAO crop production statistics; major export-oriented Hass supplier.
- Dominican RepublicAmong the largest global producers in FAO crop production statistics; supplies regional and extra-regional markets.
- IndonesiaLarge producer in FAO crop production statistics, with substantial domestic-market orientation relative to export-focused origins.
- KenyaNotable producer in FAO crop production statistics and a growing exporter to European and Asian markets.
Major Exporting Countries
- MexicoTop exporter by value in UN Comtrade (as presented by WITS), HS 080440, 2023; dominant supplier to the United States and also ships to Canada, Japan and multiple EU markets.
- PeruAmong the top global exporters in UN Comtrade (as presented by WITS), HS 080440, 2023; counter-seasonal supplier to Europe and other destinations.
- NetherlandsAmong the top global exporters in UN Comtrade (as presented by WITS), HS 080440, 2023; functions as a major EU import, ripening and redistribution hub (re-exports).
- SpainAmong the top global exporters in UN Comtrade (as presented by WITS), HS 080440, 2023; combines domestic production with re-export/redistribution within Europe.
- IsraelAmong notable global exporters in UN Comtrade (as presented by WITS), HS 080440, 2023; supplies Europe and other destinations.
- ChileNotable exporter in UN Comtrade (as presented by WITS), HS 080440, 2023; supplies Northern Hemisphere markets during the Southern Hemisphere marketing window.
Major Importing Countries
- United StatesLargest single-country importer by value in UN Comtrade (as presented by WITS), HS 080440, 2023.
- NetherlandsMajor importer in UN Comtrade (as presented by WITS), HS 080440, 2023; key EU entry/ripening/distribution hub.
- FranceMajor importer in UN Comtrade (as presented by WITS), HS 080440, 2023.
- SpainMajor importer in UN Comtrade (as presented by WITS), HS 080440, 2023; also acts as a redistribution hub within Europe.
- GermanyMajor importer in UN Comtrade (as presented by WITS), HS 080440, 2023.
- United KingdomMajor importer in UN Comtrade (as presented by WITS), HS 080440, 2023.
- CanadaSignificant importer in UN Comtrade (as presented by WITS), HS 080440, 2023.
- JapanSignificant importer in UN Comtrade (as presented by WITS), HS 080440, 2023.
- ChinaSignificant importer in UN Comtrade (as presented by WITS), HS 080440, 2023.
Supply Calendar
- Mexico (notably Michoacán):Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecCommercial supply is marketed year-round with multiple blooms; large-volume windows commonly include Sep–Feb and additional spring/summer supply depending on bloom and elevation.
- Peru:May, Jun, Jul, Aug, SepExport campaign typically builds from late Q1/Q2 and runs into September; timing varies by production zone and season.
- Chile:Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, MarSouthern Hemisphere marketing window supplying Northern Hemisphere fall/winter; timing can extend toward late Q1 depending on the season and destination.
- South Africa:Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, SepHarvesting varies by region and cultivar; commonly described as a March–September core season, with early/late cultivars extending into Feb and Oct/Nov.
Specification
Major VarietiesHass, Fuerte, Reed, Lamb Hass, Gwen
Physical Attributes
- Skin color change from green to black during ripening occurs in some cultivars such as 'Hass' (ripening index).
- Avocados do not ripen on the tree; ripening occurs after harvest and is managed through handling, temperature, and (where used) ethylene exposure.
Compositional Metrics
- Dry matter is used as a maturity index and is correlated with oil content; minimum dry matter requirements vary by cultivar (reported examples include 19.0% for 'Fuerte' and 20.8% for 'Hass').
Grades
- UNECE FFV-42 references quality classes for avocados (e.g., “Extra” Class, Class I, Class II) and allows quality/size tolerances by class.
- UNECE FFV-42 requires uniformity within packages (same origin, variety, quality, colouring and size).
Packaging
- Export presentation commonly follows UNECE FFV-42 uniformity expectations (uniform packs by origin/variety/quality/colouring/size for each package).
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Harvest at commercial maturity (dry matter programs commonly used) -> packhouse sorting/grading -> cold storage -> refrigerated transport (often sea freight) -> destination ripening/conditioning -> retail and foodservice distribution
Demand Drivers
- Preference for ready-to-eat ripened programs and consistent eating quality in major import markets
- Demand for avocado in fresh consumption and prepared foods (e.g., guacamole) in North America and Europe, with increasing uptake in parts of East Asia
- Perceived nutritional value (unsaturated fats and fiber) supporting mainstream consumption
Temperature
- Optimum storage temperature for mature-green avocados is reported as 5–13°C depending on cultivar and duration; ripe fruit are held colder (reported 2–4°C).
- Avocados are sensitive to chilling injury at too-low temperatures and/or excessive duration (risk increases with colder storage and longer exposure).
Atmosphere Control
- Controlled atmosphere storage/shipping is used in some programs; reported optimum CA ranges include ~2–5% O₂ and ~3–10% CO₂ to delay softening and reduce respiration/ethylene.
Shelf Life
- With optimized controlled-atmosphere conditions and temperature management, mature-green Hass can be held for extended periods and then ripened at destination; deviations increase quality loss and shrink.
Risks
Supply Concentration HighGlobal fresh avocado trade is materially dependent on Mexico and a limited set of major exporters. Security incidents and resulting disruptions to inspection/certification operations on key corridors (notably Mexico-to-United States) can rapidly constrain availability in the world’s largest import market and ripple into global pricing and allocation.Maintain multi-origin sourcing (e.g., Mexico/Peru/Chile/South Africa) with pre-qualified suppliers, and use flexible routing and ripening capacity to rebalance supply during corridor disruptions.
Sustainability Compliance HighDeforestation and illegal land-use change allegations tied to avocado expansion in certain regions can create buyer delisting risk, due diligence costs, and reputational exposure for importers and brands.Implement plot-level traceability, land-use change screening (including satellite-based checks where feasible), and supplier compliance audits aligned to destination-market due diligence expectations.
Climate MediumTemperature extremes, drought and water allocation constraints can affect fruit set, size profiles and yields, while heat and harvest timing shifts can reduce postharvest performance and increase shrink.Track seasonal climate signals by origin, maintain quality buffers (specs and inventory), and diversify origin mix to reduce correlated climate exposure.
Quality And Cold Chain MediumAvocados are sensitive to chilling injury and to ripening misalignment; suboptimal temperature, atmosphere, and ethylene management can cause internal browning, uneven ripening, and shorter sellable windows, especially on long voyages.Use cultivar- and maturity-appropriate temperature setpoints, validated CA where appropriate, and coordinated ripening/conditioning protocols at destination.
Sustainability
- Illegal land-use change/deforestation concerns linked to avocado expansion in parts of Mexico (notably Michoacán and Jalisco), with downstream buyer scrutiny and potential compliance implications.
- Water stewardship and drought exposure in key producing regions (e.g., parts of central Chile and some Mexican producing areas), influencing yield stability and ESG expectations.
- Agrochemical compliance and residue management as recurring buyer and regulatory focus for fresh produce trade.
Labor & Social
- Security risks, extortion and violence affecting parts of the avocado value chain in Michoacán, Mexico, with potential impacts on operations, costs and safe market access.
- Worker safety and labor conditions in harvesting and packhouse operations as ongoing social compliance themes in large-scale horticulture.
FAQ
What trade code is commonly used for fresh avocado in global trade statistics?Many global trade dashboards track avocados under HS code 080440 (“Avocados, fresh or dried”), which is used in UN Comtrade-derived datasets.
Which countries are major exporters and importers of fresh avocados globally?UN Comtrade data (as presented by WITS) shows Mexico and Peru as major exporters, with the Netherlands and Spain also prominent exporters due to re-export and redistribution roles. Major importing countries include the United States and several European markets such as the Netherlands, France, Spain, and Germany, alongside import demand in Canada, Japan, and China.
Why does cold-chain and atmosphere control matter so much for avocado trade?Avocados ripen after harvest and are sensitive to chilling injury if held too cold for too long. Postharvest guidance notes that controlled atmospheres (for example, reduced oxygen and elevated carbon dioxide ranges) can delay softening and help preserve quality during long-distance shipping, but poor temperature control can increase internal and external defects.
Sources
Fresh Avocado Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
Explore country-level Fresh Avocado market pages for supplier coverage, trade flows, and price benchmarks.
Mexico
United States
Colombia
Netherlands
Peru
Dominican Republic
Spain
France
Germany
Indonesia
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