Raw Materials
Fresh Butternut Squash
HS Code
210420
Last Updated
2026-06-01
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Butternut Squash Puree market coverage spans 132 countries.
- 22 exporter companies and 16 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 60 supplier- and manufacturer-linked transactions are summarized across the top 6 countries.
- 0 premium suppliers & manufacturers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 0; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2024.
- Page data last updated on 2026-06-01.
Global Supplier & Manufacturer Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Butternut Squash Puree
Analyze 60 supplier-linked transactions across the top 6 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Butternut Squash Puree.
Butternut Squash Puree Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Butternut Squash Puree to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Butternut Squash Puree: United States (+57.8%), Chile (+31.7%), Japan (-5.2%).
Butternut Squash Puree Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
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In 2025-12, countries with visible Butternut Squash Puree transaction unit prices: South Africa (2.69 USD / kg).
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| China | +2.5% | 4 | - (-) | - (-) | 1.36 USD / kg (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| South Africa | -0.4% | 45 | 2.72 USD / kg (43.4 kg) | - (-) | 2.93 USD / kg (23.42 kg) | 2.61 USD / kg (22.66 kg) | 3.42 USD / kg (72.49 kg) | 2.69 USD / kg (23.52 kg) | ||||||
| Chile | +31.7% | 6 | - (-) | 1.37 USD / kg (32,340 kg) | 1.38 USD / kg (8,360 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Panama | - | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| United States | +57.8% | 3 | - (-) | - (-) | 7.02 USD / kg (29.12 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Japan | -5.2% | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Butternut Squash Puree Global Supply Chain Coverage
38 companies
22 exporters and 16 importers are mapped for Butternut Squash Puree.
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Butternut Squash Puree Export Supplier & Manufacturer Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
22 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Butternut Squash Puree. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Butternut Squash Puree Top Exporters, Manufacturers, and Supplier Profiles
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(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-01
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Zucchini Puree, Butternut Squash Puree
(Honduras)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-01
Industries: Crop ProductionOthers
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingOthers
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Fresh Butternut Squash, Butternut Squash Puree, Fresh Kabocha Squash +1
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-18
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: South Korea, Russia, Philippines, United States
Supplying Products: Squash Puree, Pear Puree, Butternut Squash Puree +5
(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-01
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Crop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Fresh Avocado, Fresh Lettuce Leaf, Fresh Lemon +4
(Italy)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-01
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Frozen Acai Berry, Frozen Cauliflower, Flavored Roasted Corn Snacks +3
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-01
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: South Korea
Supplying Products: Potato Fries, Frozen Potato, Fresh Sweet Potato +2
Butternut Squash Puree Global Exporter Coverage
22 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Butternut Squash Puree supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Top Exporting Countries for Butternut Squash Puree (HS Code 210420) in 2024
For Butternut Squash Puree in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chile | 17,045,963.68 kg | 62,240,541.56 USD |
| 2 | Slovakia | 10,101,619 kg | 58,572,209.617 USD |
| 3 | Poland | 12,220,511.713 kg | 54,457,059 USD |
| 4 | Spain | 13,721,940.188 kg | 51,057,988.194 USD |
| 5 | Germany | 9,891,659.862 kg | 48,629,624.424 USD |
| 6 | Netherlands | 6,589,757 kg | 26,484,596.46 USD |
| 7 | Czechia | 6,038,800 kg | 23,983,609 USD |
| 8 | Belgium | 1,592,087.555 kg | 23,816,998.693 USD |
| 9 | Hungary | 6,478,670.178 kg | 22,061,965 USD |
| 10 | United Kingdom | 4,125,581 kg | 20,218,513.788 USD |
Butternut Squash Puree Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Butternut Squash Puree Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
16 importer companies are mapped for Butternut Squash Puree demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Butternut Squash Puree Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-18
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-01
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Services And Drinking PlacesGrocery StoresOnline Retail And Fulfillment
Value Chain Roles: South Korea
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-01
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-01
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Costa Rica)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-01
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Canada)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-01
Industries: Food WholesalersGrocery StoresOnline Retail And FulfillmentOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
16 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Butternut Squash Puree.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Butternut Squash Puree (HS Code 210420) in 2024
For Butternut Squash Puree in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 12,878,434.618 kg | 55,996,217 USD |
| 2 | Germany | 14,010,575.464 kg | 52,729,482.448 USD |
| 3 | Netherlands | 10,953,620 kg | 42,212,987.309 USD |
| 4 | Czechia | 5,751,072.362 kg | 22,240,412 USD |
| 5 | Canada | 4,557,606.361 kg | 19,844,022.974 USD |
| 6 | Poland | 4,637,360.36 kg | 18,082,986 USD |
| 7 | Belgium | 3,251,975.08 kg | 17,276,581.381 USD |
| 8 | Australia | 3,156,260.07 kg | 14,672,023.164 USD |
| 9 | Hungary | 4,223,556.867 kg | 14,170,599 USD |
| 10 | Spain | 8,481,164.323 kg | 13,281,981.671 USD |
Butternut Squash Puree Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Classification
Product TypeIngredient
Product FormVegetable puree (aseptic or frozen)
Industry PositionFood Ingredient / Intermediate Product
Market
Butternut squash puree is a processed vegetable ingredient used globally in baby food, soups, sauces, ready meals, bakery fillings, and beverage blends where orange color, mild sweetness, and smooth texture are valued. Production is closely tied to seasonal winter-squash harvests in temperate zones, so industrial processing and storage (aseptic ambient packs or frozen formats) are central to year-round supply. Upstream cultivation is broad, but industrial puree supply tends to cluster near regions with both winter-squash acreage and thermal/aseptic processing capacity. Cross-border trade is typically bulk and regional due to product weight and logistics costs, with buyer specifications emphasizing microbiological safety, consistency, and traceability.
Major Producing Countries
- ChinaMajor producer in the FAOSTAT category 'pumpkins, squash and gourds'; butternut squash is a subset of this broader category.
- IndiaMajor producer in the FAOSTAT category 'pumpkins, squash and gourds'; product mix varies by region and cultivar.
- United StatesSignificant winter-squash production and established vegetable processing capacity supporting puree production for domestic and export-oriented ingredient markets.
- RussiaMajor producer in the FAOSTAT category 'pumpkins, squash and gourds'; relevance to puree exports is product- and facility-dependent.
- UkraineProducer within the FAOSTAT 'pumpkins, squash and gourds' category; trade relevance varies with processing capacity and logistics conditions.
Supply Calendar
- Northern Hemisphere temperate production regions:Sep, Oct, NovMain winter-squash harvest and fresh intake period that typically anchors bulk processing runs and inventory build (aseptic or frozen).
- Southern Hemisphere temperate production regions:Mar, Apr, MayCounter-seasonal harvest window that can complement Northern Hemisphere seasonality where industrial processing capacity exists.
Specification
Major VarietiesCucurbita moschata (butternut-type cultivars)
Physical Attributes
- Deep orange color associated with carotenoid-rich flesh (buyer color targets common)
- Smooth, refined texture with low visible fiber (depending on screen/refiner setup)
- Mild sweet, nutty squash flavor profile suitable for savory and sweet formulations
Compositional Metrics
- Soluble solids (°Brix) commonly specified for flavor/body consistency
- pH monitored for process control and regulatory categorization (low-acid vegetable product considerations may apply depending on formulation)
- Viscosity/consistency targets (e.g., via Bostwick/viscometry) used to manage pumpability and finished-product texture
Grades
- Food-grade puree meeting buyer-defined microbiological, foreign matter, and sensory/color specifications
Packaging
- Aseptic bag-in-drum / bag-in-box formats for ambient distribution of sterilized puree
- Frozen formats (blocks, pails, or lined cartons) for cold-chain ingredient supply
- Retail-ready packs (pouches/jars) for direct consumer channels in some markets
ProcessingThermally processed vegetable puree where lethality and hygienic design are critical to control spore-formers and post-process contaminationConsistency and particle-size management via pulping/refining is central to meeting downstream texture specificationsOxidation/color management (e.g., deaeration and rapid heat treatment) can matter for color stability depending on customer requirements
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Contract/spot procurement of winter squash (butternut-type) -> inbound inspection -> washing -> peeling/trim -> dicing -> thermal cooking (steam/roast) -> pulping/refining -> heat treatment (pasteurization or sterilization) -> aseptic filling or freezing -> storage -> bulk ingredient distribution -> downstream manufacturing (baby food, soups, sauces, bakery, ready meals)
Demand Drivers
- Clean-label vegetable inclusion for color, sweetness, and body in soups/sauces and ready meals
- Infant and toddler nutrition applications requiring consistent texture and tight safety controls
- Plant-forward product development using vegetable bases and blends
Temperature
- Frozen puree relies on continuous cold chain (commonly around -18°C or colder, per buyer program) to prevent quality loss and microbial growth post-thaw
- Aseptic puree can ship ambient but still requires temperature and handling controls to protect packaging integrity and product quality
Shelf Life
- Aseptic packs support long ambient shelf life when properly sterilized and sealed; frozen formats support extended storage under cold chain
- Once opened, puree is highly perishable and requires refrigeration and rapid use under buyer food-safety programs
Risks
Food Safety HighVegetable purees can present high-consequence hazards if thermal processing, aseptic controls, or post-process hygiene fail; low-acid products in particular require validated commercial sterilization controls to prevent spore-former risks and to avoid recalls, import holds, and brand damage.Use HACCP-based controls with validated time/temperature processes, strong environmental monitoring, container integrity checks, and robust supplier/traceability programs; align controls with relevant Codex hygiene guidance and destination-market regulations for low-acid/acidified foods where applicable.
Climate MediumWeather shocks (heatwaves, drought, flooding) can reduce yields and alter solids/quality, creating supply variability and increasing costs for processors and buyers dependent on consistent puree specifications.Diversify sourcing regions and storage formats (aseptic and frozen), contract across multiple growing areas, and maintain flexible blending/spec management to stabilize finished specifications.
Logistics MediumBulk puree is heavy and logistics-intensive; disruptions in reefer capacity (for frozen), aseptic packaging availability, or port/land transport can delay deliveries and raise landed costs.Dual-source packaging formats, qualify alternate pack sizes, and use multi-modal contingency routing with inventory buffers matched to customer run-rates.
Regulatory Compliance MediumRequirements for processed vegetable products vary by market (process filing expectations for low-acid/acidified foods, contaminant limits, labeling, and facility certifications), and non-compliance can stop trade even when product quality is acceptable.Maintain market-specific regulatory dossiers, verify process authority documentation where relevant, and implement third-party GFSI-recognized certification aligned with customer requirements.
Agronomic Pest And Disease Pressure MediumCucurbit crops face periodic pest and disease pressure that can reduce field yields or degrade quality, tightening raw supply for processors during critical intake windows.Use integrated pest management, cultivar selection, and diversified sourcing regions; tighten inbound QC to separate processing-grade inputs from reject-grade material.
Sustainability
- Climate sensitivity of winter-squash yields (heat, drought, extreme rainfall) driving variability in raw material availability and processing utilization
- Energy intensity of thermal processing (steam cooking, sterilization) and the associated emissions footprint depending on fuel mix
- Packaging footprint considerations for bulk aseptic systems and frozen packaging, alongside end-of-life waste management
Labor & Social
- Seasonal agricultural labor needs for harvest and handling, plus processing-line labor concentration during seasonal intake peaks
- Heightened buyer scrutiny of labor standards and ethical recruitment in regions reliant on migrant or seasonal workers
FAQ
How is butternut squash puree typically traded and shipped internationally?It is commonly shipped as a bulk ingredient either in aseptic bag-in-drum/bag-in-box formats for ambient distribution or as frozen puree that requires a continuous cold chain; the choice depends on the buyer’s formulation, storage infrastructure, and food-safety program.
What are the most important buyer specifications for butternut squash puree?Buyers typically focus on microbiological safety and hygienic processing outcomes, along with consistency measures such as soluble solids (°Brix), viscosity/consistency, particle/texture uniformity, and color targets to ensure predictable performance in downstream foods.
Why is thermal processing and hygienic control treated as a critical risk for vegetable purees?Because failures in validated heat treatment, aseptic controls, or post-process hygiene can create high-consequence food-safety events and trigger recalls or import holds; this is why HACCP-based controls and strong verification steps are central in global trade.
Sources
Butternut Squash Puree Country Coverage for Suppliers, Manufacturers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: Poland, United States, Chile, Philippines, Germany, South Africa, United Kingdom, Italy, Netherlands, Peru, France, Spain, Moldova, Turkiye, Egypt, Kazakhstan, Slovakia, Hungary, Zambia, Azerbaijan, Jordan, Lesotho, Austria, Botswana, Belgium, Czechia, Uzbekistan, Australia, South Korea, Costa Rica, Thailand, Colombia, Jamaica, United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Canada, Greece, New Zealand, Bulgaria, Romania, Sweden, China, Hong Kong, Panama, Portugal, Dominican Republic, Finland, Denmark, Honduras, Luxembourg, Switzerland, Mexico, Latvia, Slovenia, Ireland, Israel, India, Pakistan, Swaziland, Malaysia, Ukraine, Estonia, Kuwait, Croatia, Vietnam, Norway, Lithuania, Myanmar [Burma], Iceland, Liberia, Qatar, Andorra, Albania, Armenia, Argentina, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Bahrain, Burundi, Benin, Bermuda, Brunei, Bolivia, Brazil, Bahamas, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Cuba, Cyprus, Ecuador, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gabon, Gambia, Guatemala, Indonesia, Iran, Japan, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, Laos, Sri Lanka, Morocco, Montenegro, Madagascar, Macedonia, Mongolia, Macao, Malta, Mauritius, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Nicaragua, Nepal, Oman, Paraguay, Serbia, Singapore, Senegal, El Salvador, Togo, Tunisia, Tanzania, Uganda, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Zimbabwe
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