Derived Products
Plant-Based Cheese, Protein Pudding
HS Code
130231
Last Updated
2026-07-03
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Agar market coverage spans 133 countries.
- 766 exporter companies and 1,132 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 2,284 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
- 1 premium suppliers 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 2026-07-03.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Agar
Analyze 2,284 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Agar.
Agar Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Agar to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Agar: Brazil (+75.0%), United Kingdom (+74.4%), Argentina (-56.0%).
Agar Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-08, benchmark Agar country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2026-01, countries with visible Agar transaction unit prices: Netherlands (267.96 USD / kg), United States (186.27 USD / kg), Germany (120.63 USD / kg), United Kingdom (106.67 USD / kg), France (101.12 USD / kg), 12 more countries.
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| China | +4.0% | 467 | 12.15 USD / kg (193,632.9 kg) | 12.15 USD / kg (132,074.2 kg) | 12.66 USD / kg (231,810.15 kg) | 12.38 USD / kg (180,025.1 kg) | 13.23 USD / kg (263,463.16 kg) | 16.91 USD / kg (106,699.69 kg) | ||||||
| India | -4.9% | 334 | 19.59 USD / kg (12,024.2 kg) | 15.44 USD / kg (19,409.2 kg) | 15.37 USD / kg (35,362.19 kg) | 17.54 USD / kg (6,714.18 kg) | 16.11 USD / kg (24,097.41 kg) | 15.43 USD / kg (20,911.35 kg) | ||||||
| Chile | +4.4% | 199 | 29.11 USD / kg (286,470 kg) | 29.30 USD / kg (232,290 kg) | 29.82 USD / kg (110,116 kg) | 30.06 USD / kg (156,180 kg) | 29.56 USD / kg (51,450 kg) | 29.64 USD / kg (46,560 kg) | ||||||
| Spain | -3.1% | 182 | 31.61 USD / kg (53,791.43 kg) | 64.73 USD / kg (32,033.8 kg) | 18.75 USD / kg (101,569.59 kg) | 23.57 USD / kg (75,000.312 kg) | 36.78 USD / kg (67,337.53 kg) | 34.16 USD / kg (81,667.72 kg) | ||||||
| United States | +35.2% | 170 | 114.18 USD / kg (48.81 kg) | 102.20 USD / kg (656.52 kg) | 54.58 USD / kg (1,391.47 kg) | 74.54 USD / kg (846.778 kg) | 75.56 USD / kg (1,528.35 kg) | 186.27 USD / kg (158.74 kg) | ||||||
| Switzerland | +16.6% | 105 | 176.09 USD / kg (44.51 kg) | 229.38 USD / kg (9.48 kg) | 226.85 USD / kg (383.8 kg) | 58.43 USD / kg (1,946.41 kg) | 83.61 USD / kg (245.47 kg) | 72.74 USD / kg (1,112 kg) | ||||||
| Indonesia | +3.6% | 102 | 16.01 USD / kg (95,090.6 kg) | 15.27 USD / kg (17,500 kg) | 17.16 USD / kg (124,190 kg) | 14.70 USD / kg (44,100 kg) | 12.17 USD / kg (171,916 kg) | 14.58 USD / kg (35,275.25 kg) | ||||||
| France | +8.1% | 58 | 46.11 USD / kg (255 kg) | 50.06 USD / kg (42 kg) | - (-) | 54.96 USD / kg (2,066.19 kg) | 44.06 USD / kg (211.06 kg) | 101.12 USD / kg (55.2 kg) | ||||||
| Belgium | +5.3% | 45 | 45.99 USD / kg (100.5 kg) | 49.76 USD / kg (1,000.025 kg) | 46.95 USD / kg (1,325 kg) | 45.16 USD / kg (101.47 kg) | 47.40 USD / kg (800.24 kg) | 48.43 USD / kg (655 kg) | ||||||
| Mexico | +3.5% | 99 | 27.72 USD / kg (17,322.2 kg) | 27.62 USD / kg (12,294 kg) | 27.08 USD / kg (15,975.7 kg) | 27.32 USD / kg (7,076.63 kg) | 27.52 USD / kg (6,479.28 kg) | 29.23 USD / kg (6,900 kg) |
Agar Global Supply Chain Coverage
1,898 companies
766 exporters and 1,132 importers are mapped for Agar.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Agar, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Agar Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
766 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Agar. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Agar Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners
1 premium Agar suppliers include country, industry, and contactability signals to prioritize credible export partners faster.
Fair Exports (India) Private Limited
India
Food ManufacturingAnimal ProductionOthers
Become a Premium Supplier to join the Tridge Supply Chain Network and advance your marketing and export channel strategy.
Agar Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 766 total exporter companies in the Agar supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-03
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingTrade
(Sri Lanka)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-03
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Turkiye)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-03
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Crop ProductionOthers
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingTrade
(Italy)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-08-12
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-12
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
(Singapore)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-03
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
Agar Global Exporter Coverage
766 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Agar supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Agar opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.
Top Exporting Countries for Agar (HS Code 130231) in 2024
For Agar in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spain | 1,925,926.91 kg | 45,259,996.658 USD |
| 2 | Chile | 938,477 kg | 25,232,059.8 USD |
| 3 | South Korea | 335,010.341 kg | 7,615,937 USD |
| 4 | United States | 175,297 kg | 5,712,522 USD |
| 5 | Netherlands | 58,678.159 kg | 5,314,892.869 USD |
| 6 | Germany | 179,997.524 kg | 4,216,774.597 USD |
| 7 | India | 222,976.308 kg | 3,717,845.636 USD |
| 8 | Belgium | 43,941.53 kg | 1,792,729.773 USD |
| 9 | Thailand | 67,202 kg | 1,623,899.94 USD |
| 10 | Japan | 33,910 kg | 1,436,746.413 USD |
Agar Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
Track Agar exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.
Agar Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
1,132 importer companies are mapped for Agar demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Agar Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 1,132 total importer companies tracked for Agar. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Tanzania)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-03
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Netherlands)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-03
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Crop Production
Value Chain Roles: -
(India)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-03
Industries: Food PackagingOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Ukraine)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-03
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Mexico)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-09-11
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-30
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
1,132 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Agar.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Agar buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.
Top Import Demand Countries for Agar (HS Code 130231) in 2024
For Agar in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Japan | 1,694,951 kg | 41,079,201.065 USD |
| 2 | United States | 2,437,275 kg | 40,263,938 USD |
| 3 | Spain | 1,219,822.119 kg | 15,964,547.424 USD |
| 4 | United Kingdom | 413,141.854 kg | 11,672,479.294 USD |
| 5 | Thailand | 677,254.206 kg | 11,225,694.98 USD |
| 6 | India | 664,314 kg | 10,551,074.556 USD |
| 7 | Malaysia | 424,324.913 kg | 7,153,471.631 USD |
| 8 | Germany | 339,544.225 kg | 6,752,795.262 USD |
| 9 | Argentina | 277,083.46 kg | 4,140,510.8 USD |
| 10 | Poland | 239,664.625 kg | 3,861,933 USD |
Agar Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
Analyze Agar origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.
Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Agar
Agar Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Agar wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2026-01, countries with visible Agar wholesale unit prices: Thailand (3.83 USD / kg), South Korea (1.99 USD / kg), Ukraine (0.24 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Korea | 1.73 USD / kg | 1.76 USD / kg | 1.84 USD / kg | 2.64 USD / kg | 2.30 USD / kg | 1.99 USD / kg | ||||||
| Thailand | 4.61 USD / kg | 4.89 USD / kg | 3.74 USD / kg | 3.43 USD / kg | 3.80 USD / kg | 3.83 USD / kg | ||||||
| Ukraine | 0.24 USD / kg | 0.25 USD / kg | 0.24 USD / kg | 0.24 USD / kg | 0.24 USD / kg | 0.24 USD / kg |
Agar Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Agar wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 3 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Korea | 1.89 USD / kg | 0.35 USD / kg | 5.12 USD / kg | -8.8% |
| 2 | Thailand | 3.91 USD / kg | 2.75 USD / kg | 5.68 USD / kg | -1.4% |
| 3 | Ukraine | 0.24 USD / kg | 0.23 USD / kg | 0.25 USD / kg | -1.2% |
Latest Agar Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 5 Agar wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-01 | Ага****** ********* ** ******* ***** ******** * ******* **** | 0.24 USD / kg | |
| 2026-05-01 | 우뭇가** *** * *** ** ***** ** | 14.25 USD / kg | |
| 2026-05-01 | 우뭇가** ******** * *** ** ***** **** | 24.73 USD / kg | |
| 2026-05-01 | 우뭇가** **** * *** ** ***** **** | 34.09 USD / kg | |
| 2026-05-01 | 우뭇가** ******** * *************** ** | 28.42 USD / kg |
Classification
Product TypeIngredient
Product FormDried powder / flakes / strips
Industry PositionFood Ingredient (Hydrocolloid / Gelling Agent)
Market
Agar is a seaweed-derived hydrocolloid traded globally as a gelling, thickening, and stabilizing ingredient, with an additional high-value use in microbiological culture media. Supply is linked to red seaweed (notably Gelidium and Gracilaria) harvested from wild stocks and grown via aquaculture, with processing concentrated in a limited set of coastal countries. Trade dynamics are shaped by variability in marine growing conditions, environmental regulation of wild harvests, and buyer specifications around gel performance and purity. Downstream demand is anchored in food manufacturing and laboratory/biotech applications, making quality assurance and traceability central in international trade.
Market GrowthNot Mentioned
Major Producing Countries
- ChinaMajor red seaweed cultivation/processing base (notably Gracilaria) supporting agar manufacture
- ChileKey origin for wild-harvest and/or processed agar supply tied to Pacific coastal seaweed resources
- MoroccoAtlantic coast Gelidium resource base and regional processing/export activity
- SpainAtlantic coast Gelidium resource base and established agar processing industry
- IndonesiaNotable seaweed farming footprint; Gracilaria-based raw material can support agar production where processing exists
- JapanLong-established technical and specialty agar segment, including higher-purity applications
Major Importing Countries
- United StatesLarge downstream food and life-sciences demand base
- GermanyLarge EU food and industrial ingredient market; often supplied via intra-EU distribution
- France
- United Kingdom
- JapanImports can supplement domestic supply for food and laboratory grades
Specification
Major VarietiesGelidium-derived agar, Gracilaria-derived agar
Physical Attributes
- Typically supplied as off-white to pale powder, flakes, or strips; color and odor are common buyer inspection points
- Thermo-reversible gelling behavior is a defining functional attribute in food and laboratory use
Compositional Metrics
- Gel strength (application-specific specification, especially critical for bacteriological/laboratory grades)
- Moisture content and ash/mineral content (linked to shelf stability and purity expectations)
- Insoluble matter/turbidity expectations (clarity requirements vary by end-use)
Grades
- Food grade agar
- Bacteriological (microbiological culture media) grade agar
- Pharmaceutical/technical grades (where applicable)
Packaging
- Moisture-barrier lined cartons or multiwall bags for powder/flakes
- Smaller sealed packs for higher-purity laboratory grades
ProcessingFunctional performance depends on source seaweed and extraction/filtration controls; buyers often specify gel performance and clarity for intended end-use
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Seaweed harvest or farming -> washing/sorting -> drying and baling -> extraction plant (hot-water/alkali steps) -> filtration/clarification -> gel setting and dewatering -> drying -> milling/blending -> packaging -> export distribution to ingredient users
Demand Drivers
- Use as a gelling and texturizing hydrocolloid in confectionery, bakery fillings, dairy analogs, and other processed foods
- Use as a solidifying agent for microbiological culture media in laboratories and life-sciences supply chains
- Formulation demand for non-animal gelling options in certain product lines
Temperature
- Typically shipped and stored as a dried ingredient; moisture control and sealed packaging are critical to prevent caking and quality loss
Shelf Life
- Generally long shelf life when kept dry, sealed, and protected from odors; end users often apply first-in/first-out inventory practices due to performance specifications
Risks
Climate HighAgar supply is ultimately constrained by red seaweed availability (wild beds and aquaculture), which can be disrupted by ocean temperature anomalies, storms, and other marine environmental shifts; these shocks can reduce harvestable biomass, tighten raw material availability for extraction plants, and trigger price and lead-time volatility in international trade.Diversify sourcing across multiple origins and across Gelidium/Gracilaria supply chains where feasible; qualify alternate grades, maintain safety stock for critical SKUs, and strengthen supplier traceability and harvest/aquaculture resilience plans.
Supply Concentration MediumProcessing capacity and consistent export-grade production are concentrated in a limited set of coastal countries, so disruptions from localized regulatory actions, port/logistics constraints, or plant downtime can quickly affect global availability of specific grades (especially higher-purity applications).Dual-source by grade and application; maintain approved backup suppliers and pre-agreed substitution specifications.
Regulatory Compliance MediumAs a food additive/ingredient, agar must meet destination-market requirements for food additives and contaminant limits; non-compliance (e.g., documentation gaps, additive status interpretation, or contaminant exceedances) can lead to border rejections and brand risk.Align specifications to Codex and key destination regulations; require COAs, traceability documents, and periodic third-party testing for relevant contaminants.
Food Safety MediumSeaweed-derived ingredients can face food-safety scrutiny related to contaminant carryover and hygienic processing controls; inconsistent filtration/clarification and inadequate QA can cause batch-to-batch performance and acceptance issues for sensitive end uses.Implement robust supplier QA (HACCP/ISO 22000), define critical quality parameters (gel performance, clarity, microbiology), and conduct incoming verification testing matched to end-use risk.
Quality Variability MediumFunctional performance (gel behavior and clarity) can vary by seaweed species/source and processing conditions, creating formulation risk for food manufacturers and laboratories when substitutions occur during tight supply periods.Lock specifications by end-use, pre-qualify alternates, and require change-control notifications for source or process changes.
Sustainability
- Wild seaweed harvest pressure and ecosystem impacts (biodiversity, habitat disturbance) where sourcing depends on natural beds
- Traceability and legality of harvest (resource management, harvest permitting, and origin documentation)
- Environmental management at extraction facilities (water use and wastewater/effluent handling from extraction/cleaning steps)
Labor & Social
- Small-scale coastal harvesting livelihoods and informal labor risks in some origin areas
- Worker safety in seaweed harvesting (marine/coastal hazards) and in processing (heat/chemical handling)
- Community and access-rights conflicts where coastal resources are contested
FAQ
What is agar and what is it mainly used for in global trade?Agar is a seaweed-derived hydrocolloid traded globally as a gelling and texturizing ingredient for food manufacturing, and as a key solidifying agent for microbiological culture media used in laboratories and life-sciences supply chains.
What are the main raw material sources for commercial agar?Commercial agar is primarily produced from red seaweeds, especially sources commonly grouped as Gelidium-derived agar and Gracilaria-derived agar, with differences in performance linked to source material and processing controls.
What is the biggest global supply risk for agar buyers?The most critical risk is disruption to red seaweed availability from marine environmental variability (such as ocean temperature anomalies and storms), which can tighten raw material supply for extraction plants and create price and lead-time volatility for specific agar grades.
Sources
Agar Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
Explore country-level Agar market pages for supplier coverage, trade flows, and price benchmarks.
All country market pages: China, Indonesia, Japan, Spain, Philippines, United States, Chile, South Korea, Malaysia, Thailand, Germany, India, Russia, Denmark, Vietnam, Brazil, Netherlands, Ukraine, Belgium, Italy, France, United Kingdom, Peru, Singapore, Australia, Switzerland, Austria, Kazakhstan, Turkiye, Uzbekistan, Poland, South Africa, Uruguay, Bangladesh, Hungary, Argentina, Morocco, Canada, Colombia, United Arab Emirates, Ecuador, Panama, Egypt, Serbia, Lithuania, Mexico, Costa Rica, Israel, Pakistan, Tunisia, Czechia, Azerbaijan, Taiwan, Greece, Macedonia, Bulgaria, Latvia, Bahrain, Sri Lanka, Norway, Oman, Ireland, Saudi Arabia, Croatia, Portugal, Ivory Coast, Sweden, Andorra, Armenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Benin, Bermuda, Brunei, Bolivia, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Cuba, Cyprus, Dominican Republic, Estonia, Ethiopia, Finland, Fiji, Gabon, Guatemala, Hong Kong, Honduras, Iran, Iceland, Jamaica, Jordan, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, Kuwait, Laos, Liberia, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Monaco, Moldova, Montenegro, Madagascar, Myanmar [Burma], Mongolia, Macao, Malta, Mauritius, Maldives, Malawi, Namibia, Nigeria, Nicaragua, Nepal, New Zealand, Paraguay, Qatar, Romania, Slovenia, Slovakia, Senegal, El Salvador, Swaziland, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe
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