Parent Product
Almond Kernel
Sub Product
Raw Blanched Almond Kernel, Roasted Blanched Almond Kernel
Last Updated
2026-05-09
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Blanched Almond Kernel market coverage spans 40 countries.
- 312 exporter companies and 372 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 754 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
- 0 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 2026-05-09.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Blanched Almond Kernel
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Blanched Almond Kernel Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
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Top YoY shifts for Blanched Almond Kernel: Uzbekistan (+89.6%), Turkiye (-75.5%), Lithuania (-71.2%).
Blanched Almond Kernel Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
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In 2025-11, countries with visible Blanched Almond Kernel transaction unit prices: Ecuador (14.94 USD / kg), Ukraine (10.00 USD / kg), India (9.67 USD / kg), United States (9.45 USD / kg), Spain (8.94 USD / kg), 5 more countries.
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | +23.3% | 308 | 6.77 USD / kg (1,761,203.241 kg) | 7.39 USD / kg (960,579.581 kg) | 7.59 USD / kg (571,196.397 kg) | 7.74 USD / kg (436,967.324 kg) | 7.18 USD / kg (444,774.932 kg) | 9.45 USD / kg (212,278.024 kg) | ||||||
| Vietnam | +36.6% | 255 | 7.00 USD / kg (14,337 kg) | 7.93 USD / kg (13,159.6 kg) | 7.29 USD / kg (129,895.72 kg) | 7.09 USD / kg (310,216.819 kg) | 7.42 USD / kg (457,583.942 kg) | 7.11 USD / kg (342,701.96 kg) | ||||||
| Thailand | +30.1% | 25 | 7.93 USD / kg (581.6 kg) | - (-) | 17.97 USD / kg (1,089.6 kg) | 7.79 USD / kg (1,648 kg) | 8.37 USD / kg (2,547.4 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| United Arab Emirates | -63.2% | 13 | - (-) | 0.60 USD / kg (39,916.801 kg) | - (-) | 0.60 USD / kg (19,731.6 kg) | 0.60 USD / kg (103,420.803 kg) | 0.60 USD / kg (139,709.4 kg) | ||||||
| Uzbekistan | +89.6% | 9 | 6.16 USD / kg (17,340 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | 6.40 USD / kg (6,000 kg) | 6.58 USD / kg (41,993.641 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| India | +28.9% | 5 | 9.13 USD / kg (60 kg) | - (-) | 9.40 USD / kg (90 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | 9.67 USD / kg (60 kg) | ||||||
| China | +11.2% | 37 | 1.20 USD / kg (40,192 kg) | - (-) | 1.20 USD / kg (76,104 kg) | 1.14 USD / kg (71,680 kg) | 1.20 USD / kg (148,585 kg) | 0.98 USD / kg (111,869.4 kg) | ||||||
| Indonesia | +23.8% | 19 | 7.81 USD / kg (12,474 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | 8.07 USD / kg (41,958 kg) | 8.47 USD / kg (24,948 kg) | 7.54 USD / kg (12,474 kg) | ||||||
| Chile | -17.0% | 16 | - (-) | 0.60 USD / kg (24,000 kg) | 5.01 USD / kg (66,150 kg) | 5.00 USD / kg (18,100 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Spain | +54.2% | 9 | - (-) | 5.04 USD / kg (94,929 kg) | 9.94 USD / kg (27,529 kg) | 7.80 USD / kg (46,949 kg) | 8.55 USD / kg (33,390 kg) | 8.94 USD / kg (4,300 kg) |
Blanched Almond Kernel Global Supply Chain Coverage
684 companies
312 exporters and 372 importers are mapped for Blanched Almond Kernel.
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Blanched Almond Kernel Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
312 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Blanched Almond Kernel. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Blanched Almond Kernel Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 312 total exporter companies in the Blanched Almond Kernel supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(United Kingdom)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-07
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / Wholesale
(Lithuania)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-07
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Logistics
(Turkiye)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-07
Industries: OthersFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTradeDistribution / Wholesale
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-07
Industries: OthersBrokers And Trade AgenciesCrop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingDistribution / WholesaleTradeFood Manufacturing
(Spain)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-28
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 50M - 100M
Industries: Food PackagingCrop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingDistribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
(Latvia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-07
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Logistics
Blanched Almond Kernel Global Exporter Coverage
312 companies
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Blanched Almond Kernel Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
372 importer companies are mapped for Blanched Almond Kernel demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Blanched Almond Kernel Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(Ukraine)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-07
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-09-26
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 5M - 10M
Industries: Food PackagingFood ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Libya)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-07
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Russia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-07
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Food WholesalersOthersFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-28
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 5M - 10M
Industries: Food ManufacturingBeverage Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Ecuador, Mexico, Peru, Chile, Brazil
(Germany)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-07
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: OthersFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
372 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Blanched Almond Kernel.
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Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Blanched Almond Kernel
Blanched Almond Kernel Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Blanched Almond Kernel wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-11, countries with visible Blanched Almond Kernel wholesale unit prices: Ukraine (10.53 USD / kg), Russia (9.00 USD / kg), Portugal (8.66 USD / kg).
Blanched Almond Kernel Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
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Latest Blanched Almond Kernel Wholesale Export Price Updates
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| 2025-12-01 | Amê******** ************* *** *********** * ******* ****** ***** ***** * ***** | 8.77 USD / kg | |
| 2025-12-01 | Мин**** *********** * ******** ****** | 9.24 USD / kg | |
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Classification
Product TypeIngredient
Product FormBlanched almond kernels (skin-off)
Industry PositionFood Ingredient
Market
Blanched almond kernel is a globally traded, value-added nut ingredient used heavily in bakery, confectionery, dairy alternatives, and snack formulations, where consistent color, low skin content, and clean flavor are valued. Supply is strongly anchored in the United States (California) with significant additional production in Mediterranean origins and Australia, and international trade flows are sensitive to crop-year swings in a few major origins. Major import demand is concentrated in the EU (including re-export hubs), India, and East Asia, with buyers commonly focused on food safety controls and contaminant compliance in addition to size/appearance. Pricing and availability are typically driven by harvest outcomes, water and pollination constraints in key origins, and downstream demand from industrial processors.
Market GrowthMixed (medium-term outlook)Demand expansion in industrial ingredient uses is often tempered by crop-year variability and price cycles driven by concentrated supply regions.
Major Producing Countries
- United StatesDominant global production base (California), setting much of the exportable supply for almond kernels.
- SpainMajor Mediterranean producer with both domestic use and export-oriented processing for kernels.
- AustraliaKey Southern Hemisphere producer supporting counter-seasonal supply and export programs.
- TurkiyeSignificant regional producer and processor with variable export participation by crop year.
- IranNotable producer in West Asia; trade participation can be shaped by domestic demand and trade constraints.
Major Exporting Countries
- United StatesPrimary global exporter of almond kernels and kernel-derived ingredients.
- AustraliaMajor exporter supplying Asia and Europe with counter-seasonal harvest timing.
- SpainExports kernels (including premium types) and supplies EU processors; also functions as an intra-EU trade node.
Major Importing Countries
- IndiaLarge import market for almond kernels for retail and industrial use; demand is price- and availability-sensitive.
- GermanyMajor EU destination and processing/packaging market for nut ingredients.
- NetherlandsKey EU logistics and re-export hub for nut ingredients.
- ChinaLarge and diversified demand base spanning snacks, bakery, and ingredient manufacturing.
- ItalyImportant confectionery and bakery demand center for nut ingredients.
Supply Calendar
- United States (California):Aug, Sep, OctMain harvest window for the largest producing/exporting origin; post-harvest processing supports year-round shipment programs.
- Australia:Feb, Mar, AprSouthern Hemisphere harvest supporting counter-seasonal availability relative to Northern Hemisphere origins.
- Spain (Mediterranean):Sep, OctMediterranean harvest and processing, with shipments often aligned to EU industrial demand cycles.
- Turkey (Anatolia):Aug, SepHarvest period broadly aligned with Northern Hemisphere seasonality; market participation can vary by crop year.
Specification
Major VarietiesCalifornia-type varieties (e.g., Nonpareil group), Spanish premium varieties (e.g., Marcona type)
Physical Attributes
- Skin-off (blanched) kernel with light, uniform color emphasized for confectionery and bakery applications
- Higher lipid content makes kernels prone to oxidative rancidity if exposed to heat, oxygen, or high humidity
- Whole kernels and defined cut styles (sliced, slivered, diced) are common commercial forms
Compositional Metrics
- Moisture and water activity control to reduce microbial and quality risks during storage
- Oxidation indicators (e.g., rancidity screening) used in buyer quality programs
- Contaminant and residue compliance checks (notably aflatoxins and pesticide residues) for destination-market access
Grades
- Style/appearance grading: whole, whole-and-broken, halves, slices/slivers; blanch quality and color uniformity
- Defect tolerances typically specified for broken percentage, foreign material, and kernel damage
Packaging
- Food-grade lined cartons or bags for bulk trade; packaging often designed to limit moisture uptake
- Vacuum or inert-gas (e.g., nitrogen) packaging used for quality retention in longer storage or premium specifications
ProcessingBlanching (hot water or steam) removes skin; subsequent drying is required to stabilize qualityOptional validated kill-step/pasteurization approaches are used by some suppliers to manage pathogen risk expectationsDownstream processing commonly includes slicing/slivering/dicing or grinding into meal/flour or paste
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Orchard harvest (in-shell) -> hulling and shelling -> kernel sorting and grading -> blanching (skin removal) -> drying -> optical/manual sorting -> optional validated kill-step/pasteurization -> packaging (often low-oxygen) -> containerized export -> industrial processors (bakery/confectionery/plant-based) and ingredient distributors
Demand Drivers
- Confectionery and bakery demand for light-colored, skin-off kernels and cut styles
- Industrial ingredient demand for almond meal/flour and inclusions in cereals, snacks, and desserts
- Growth in almond-based formulations (e.g., plant-forward product development) where consistent kernel quality is needed
Temperature
- Quality preservation relies on cool, dry storage and protection from heat to slow oxidation and maintain flavor
- Humidity control is important to prevent moisture uptake, clumping in cut styles, and quality degradation
Atmosphere Control
- Low-oxygen packaging (vacuum or inert gas) is commonly used to reduce oxidation and extend usable storage time
- Odor control and separation from strong-smelling cargo are important because kernels can absorb odors
Shelf Life
- Shelf life is primarily limited by oxidation (rancidity) and moisture management; packaging integrity and storage conditions strongly influence outcomes
- Blanched (skin-off) kernels can be more quality-sensitive than skin-on kernels due to reduced protective skin barrier
Risks
Supply Concentration And Climate HighA large share of global exportable almond kernel supply is anchored in a small number of origins, especially California in the United States; drought, heat extremes, and water policy constraints in these regions can quickly tighten global availability and raise prices for blanched kernels used by industrial buyers.Qualify multi-origin supply (e.g., U.S., Australia, Mediterranean), build contractual flexibility across crop years, and align safety-stock policy to crop and water-risk signals.
Food Safety HighTree nuts can carry pathogen risk (notably Salmonella) and require strong preventive controls; a food safety incident can trigger recalls, import holds, and immediate buyer specification tightening for blanched kernels and cut styles.Use validated preventive controls (supplier approval, environmental monitoring, and where applicable a validated kill-step), and maintain robust traceability and lot testing aligned to buyer and market requirements.
Regulatory Compliance HighAflatoxin limits and pesticide-residue compliance are critical for cross-border trade; non-compliance can lead to border rejections, increased inspections, and disruptions for consignments of almond kernels and derived cuts.Implement risk-based sampling and testing, strengthen supplier agronomic controls and segregation, and route high-scrutiny destinations through compliant, audited programs.
Price Volatility MediumAlmond kernel pricing is sensitive to crop-year yield outcomes and carry-in stocks from major origins, creating procurement risk for food manufacturers using blanched kernels as a recurring input.Use multi-quarter buying programs, diversify specification flexibility (whole vs. cut styles where feasible), and consider hedging/contracting approaches where available.
Quality Degradation MediumBlanched kernels are vulnerable to oxidation and moisture uptake during storage and transit, which can cause rancid flavor, color changes, and reduced acceptability in confectionery and bakery uses.Specify low-oxygen packaging, verify moisture controls after blanching/drying, and maintain cool, dry storage and transport conditions with odor protection.
Sustainability
- Water stewardship risk where production is irrigation-dependent (notably California and parts of the Mediterranean), including groundwater and allocation constraints
- Pollinator dependency and pollinator health scrutiny (managed honeybee reliance) affecting yield stability and ESG expectations
- Agrochemical use and residue compliance expectations for high-scrutiny import markets
Labor & Social
- Seasonal agricultural labor availability and compliance (wages, working hours, and worker safety) in major producing regions
- Worker safety and hygiene management in blanching, drying, and sorting facilities (heat/steam exposure, ergonomic risks)
FAQ
What is a blanched almond kernel and why is it used in food manufacturing?A blanched almond kernel is an almond with the skin removed (typically via hot water or steam blanching) and then dried. It is widely used because the skin-off kernel provides a lighter, more uniform appearance and a clean flavor that suits confectionery, bakery, and ingredient applications, including sliced/slivered forms.
Which countries are most important for global supply and trade of almond kernels?Global supply and exports are strongly anchored in the United States, with Australia and Spain also important in international trade. Major import demand is concentrated in large consuming and processing markets such as India and the EU (including logistics hubs like the Netherlands and industrial users such as Germany and Italy), along with China.
What are the most critical food safety and compliance risks for blanched almond kernels in trade?Key risks include pathogen control expectations (notably Salmonella management) and compliance with strict contaminant and residue limits, especially aflatoxins and pesticide residues, in high-scrutiny import markets. These risks can lead to recalls, import holds, or border rejections if controls and testing programs are not robust.
Sources
Blanched Almond Kernel Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: United Arab Emirates, Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, China, Costa Rica, Germany, Ecuador, Estonia, Spain, France, Hong Kong, Indonesia, India, Japan, Kyrgyzstan, South Korea, Kazakhstan, Lithuania, Mexico, Malaysia, Netherlands, Nepal, New Zealand, Panama, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Singapore, Thailand, Turkiye, Ukraine, United States, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Venezuela, Vietnam
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