Sub Product
Canned Salted Chickpea, Canned Unsalted Chickpea, Canned Whole Chickpea
Raw Materials
Fresh Chickpea, Salt
Last Updated
2026-07-06
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Canned Chickpea market coverage spans 62 countries.
- 429 exporter companies and 631 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 1,386 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
- 2 premium suppliers and 1 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 0; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- Page data last updated on 2026-07-06.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Canned Chickpea
Analyze 1,386 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Canned Chickpea.
Canned Chickpea Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Canned Chickpea to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Canned Chickpea: Belgium (+128.9%), China (+115.0%), Turkiye (+44.7%).
Canned Chickpea Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
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In 2026-01, countries with visible Canned Chickpea transaction unit prices: United Kingdom (3.28 USD / kg), Mexico (3.14 USD / kg), United States (3.03 USD / kg), India (3.01 USD / kg), Costa Rica (2.04 USD / kg), 7 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 | +115.0% | 257 | 0.88 USD / kg (182,608.201 kg) | 0.93 USD / kg (474,584.979 kg) | 1.11 USD / kg (444,852.62 kg) | 1.03 USD / kg (169,066.04 kg) | 1.01 USD / kg (234,014.547 kg) | 1.38 USD / kg (630,495.46 kg) | ||||||
| Italy | +4.6% | 75 | 1.36 USD / kg (104,579.52 kg) | 1.69 USD / kg (398,245.91 kg) | 1.31 USD / kg (230,670.25 kg) | 1.29 USD / kg (247,418.68 kg) | 1.74 USD / kg (147,138.6 kg) | 0.96 USD / kg (66,882.439 kg) | ||||||
| India | +3.7% | 361 | 2.64 USD / kg (43,130.38 kg) | 2.89 USD / kg (21,967.256 kg) | 2.90 USD / kg (15,310.638 kg) | 2.49 USD / kg (51,817.819 kg) | 2.44 USD / kg (42,871.46 kg) | 3.01 USD / kg (48,777.196 kg) | ||||||
| United States | +10.3% | 84 | 1.77 USD / kg (421.94 kg) | 2.11 USD / kg (567.64 kg) | 1.99 USD / kg (3,612.5 kg) | 2.60 USD / kg (6,911.49 kg) | 2.87 USD / kg (1,121.22 kg) | 3.03 USD / kg (6,647.45 kg) | ||||||
| Spain | -15.4% | 80 | 1.70 USD / kg (217,383.719 kg) | 1.54 USD / kg (281,204.14 kg) | 1.64 USD / kg (192,075.67 kg) | 1.44 USD / kg (85,198.799 kg) | 1.54 USD / kg (200,927.34 kg) | 1.80 USD / kg (132,877.08 kg) | ||||||
| Turkiye | +44.7% | 15 | - (-) | 2.45 USD / kg (101 kg) | 1.37 USD / kg (52,988 kg) | 2.25 USD / kg (112,631 kg) | 1.79 USD / kg (46,984.8 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Peru | - | 7 | - (-) | 7.14 USD / kg (0.14 kg) | 2.91 USD / kg (2,304 kg) | 3.36 USD / kg (2,304 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Mexico | +41.2% | 72 | 2.45 USD / kg (16,314.41 kg) | 2.88 USD / kg (6,605.32 kg) | 2.86 USD / kg (10,017.84 kg) | 2.07 USD / kg (23,780.21 kg) | 2.32 USD / kg (6,956.1 kg) | 3.14 USD / kg (33,986.57 kg) | ||||||
| France | -44.3% | 6 | - (-) | - (-) | 2.06 USD / kg (3,628 kg) | 3.35 USD / kg (865.26 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Costa Rica | -7.0% | 113 | - (-) | 1.86 USD / kg (3,449.61 kg) | 2.02 USD / kg (5,243.61 kg) | 1.76 USD / kg (8,794.55 kg) | 1.79 USD / kg (4,241.14 kg) | 2.04 USD / kg (1,008.97 kg) |
Canned Chickpea Global Supply Chain Coverage
1,060 companies
429 exporters and 631 importers are mapped for Canned Chickpea.
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Canned Chickpea Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
429 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Canned Chickpea. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Canned Chickpea Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners
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Canned Chickpea Global Supplier Catalog Offers and Export Pricing Opportunities
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Canned Chickpeas / Garbanzo Beans
Origin Country: United States
Incoterms: FOB
Min Volume: 1 PALETTE
Negotiable
Canned Chickpea Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
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(Turkiye)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-04
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood Manufacturing
(Spain)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-10
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
(Spain)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-06
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood Manufacturing
(Italy)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-11-25
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
(Afghanistan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-06
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleOthersTrade
(Portugal)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-10
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingOthers
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Canned Chickpea, Dried Black Beans, Dried Common Bean +2
Canned Chickpea Global Exporter Coverage
429 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Canned Chickpea supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Canned Chickpea Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
631 importer companies are mapped for Canned Chickpea demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Canned Chickpea Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(Thailand)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-06
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: India, United States, Mexico
(Spain)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-06
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood WholesalersGrocery Stores
Value Chain Roles: -
(Germany)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-06
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Costa Rica)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-02
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-06
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Sweden)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-06
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
631 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Canned Chickpea.
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Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormCanned
Industry PositionValue-Added Food Product
Market
Canned chickpeas are a shelf-stable, globally traded convenience pulse product made from dried chickpeas (Kabuli and, less commonly, Desi) that are soaked, cooked, and retorted to commercial sterility. Upstream chickpea production is concentrated in a handful of countries—especially India, Australia, Türkiye, Pakistan, the Russian Federation, and Canada—which influences raw-material availability and price volatility for canners. Because the product is ambient-stable, global trade is less constrained by seasonality than fresh foods, but it is sensitive to food-safety controls, packaging inputs (cans/ends/linings), and energy costs for thermal processing. Demand is closely linked to convenience cooking, plant-forward diets, and ingredient use in salads, bowls, and hummus-style applications across retail and foodservice.
Major Producing Countries
- IndiaLargest chickpea producer globally; key upstream origin for canned-chickpea raw material in South Asia supply chains (FAO FAOSTAT context).
- AustraliaMajor chickpea producer and export-oriented origin; relevant upstream supplier to canners and ingredient markets (FAO/ITC context).
- TurkiyeSignificant chickpea producer with established processed-food and canned-goods industries serving regional export markets.
- PakistanMajor chickpea producer; primarily domestic consumption but relevant to regional sourcing dynamics (FAO FAOSTAT context).
- RussiaSignificant chickpea producer and exporter in some years; upstream supply can affect global availability (FAO/ITC context).
- CanadaLarge pulse producer and exporter; upstream origin for chickpeas used in food manufacturing and retail products (FAO/ITC context).
Specification
Major VarietiesKabuli (large-seeded chickpea), Desi (small-seeded chickpea)
Physical Attributes
- Seed size and count uniformity (affects fill appearance and texture consistency)
- Intactness/whole-kernel percentage (split or broken kernels treated as defects in many buyer specs)
- Color uniformity (cream to light beige typical for Kabuli in canned packs)
- Texture after retort (target tenderness without excessive mushiness)
Compositional Metrics
- Net weight and drained weight declarations and compliance
- Brine or sauce formulation parameters (e.g., salt level; recipe-specific solids content where applicable)
- Defect tolerances (foreign matter, skins, damaged kernels) per buyer and regulatory requirements
Grades
- Buyer specifications commonly focus on drained weight, kernel size/grade, and defect tolerances rather than a single universal international grade.
Packaging
- Steel/tinplate cans with seamed ends (common retail sizes and foodservice large-format cans)
- Easy-open ends in many retail markets
- Alternative formats in some markets: glass jars or retort pouches (when specified by buyers)
ProcessingThermal processing (retort) to achieve commercial sterility; process control is critical for low-acid canned foodsSoaking and pre-cooking steps strongly influence final texture and split ratePack medium varies by segment (brine, lightly salted, or seasoned/sauced variants)
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Dry chickpea sourcing (domestic or imported) -> cleaning/sorting -> soaking/hydration -> pre-cooking -> filling with brine/sauce -> seaming/closure -> retort sterilization -> cooling/drying -> coding/labeling/casing -> palletization -> ambient distribution
Demand Drivers
- Convenience and shelf-stable pantry stocking in retail
- Plant-forward and protein/fiber-oriented eating patterns using pulses
- Use as a ready-to-eat ingredient for salads, bowls, soups, and hummus-style applications
- Foodservice demand for consistent, labor-saving prepared legumes
Temperature
- Ambient storage and distribution when hermetically sealed and commercially sterile
- Avoid freezing of canned product (can compromise container integrity or texture depending on conditions)
- Refrigerate after opening and treat as a perishable, ready-to-eat food
Shelf Life
- Unopened product is typically multi-year shelf-stable when commercially sterile and packaging integrity is maintained; actual shelf life depends on formulation and packaging
- After opening, quality and safety depend on refrigeration and time-to-consumption; buyer guidance commonly requires prompt refrigerated storage
Risks
Food Safety HighA canning process failure (inadequate thermal processing, seam defects, post-process contamination) can lead to loss of commercial sterility in low-acid canned foods, creating a severe public-health hazard (including botulism risk) and triggering recalls, border rejections, and brand damage.Validate scheduled processes; maintain strict retort time/temperature controls, container integrity testing (seam evaluation), hygienic design, and HACCP-based verification with robust traceability and recall readiness.
Raw Material Supply MediumChickpea availability and pricing are exposed to concentrated upstream production and weather-driven yield variability, which can disrupt procurement and margins for canners and private-label buyers.Diversify origins and suppliers; use forward contracting where feasible; qualify multiple size/grade specifications to increase sourcing flexibility.
Packaging Inputs MediumDependence on can-making inputs (tinplate/steel, ends, linings) and container availability can create bottlenecks and cost spikes that affect production continuity and contract pricing.Dual-source key packaging components; maintain safety stocks for ends/liners; pre-negotiate alternative formats (jars/retort pouches) where market-acceptable.
Regulatory Compliance MediumProcessed foods face evolving labeling, additive, and contaminant requirements across jurisdictions; non-compliance can result in detentions, relabeling costs, or market access loss.Maintain country-by-country label and formulation compliance reviews; align additive use with Codex guidance and destination-market regulations; implement routine compliance testing and document control.
Sustainability
- Energy intensity of thermal processing (retorting) and associated emissions exposure to energy-price volatility
- Packaging footprint and waste management (steel cans are widely recyclable, but collection and recycling rates vary by market)
- Water use and effluent management from soaking, washing, and cooking operations
- Climate variability (heat and drought) impacting chickpea yields and quality in major producing regions
Labor & Social
- Seasonal agricultural labor conditions in chickpea production regions (wages, working hours, and protections vary widely by country)
- Worker safety in processing plants (thermal equipment, steam, chemical handling for sanitation, and ergonomic risks)
- Supply-chain transparency expectations in modern retail (supplier audits and social compliance programs commonly required)
FAQ
Why is canning process control considered a critical risk for canned chickpeas?Canned chickpeas rely on a validated retort process and airtight container integrity to remain commercially sterile at room temperature. If thermal processing, seaming, or post-process handling fails, dangerous pathogens or toxins can become a serious food-safety issue and lead to recalls and trade disruptions (Codex Alimentarius guidance is commonly referenced for food hygiene expectations).
What types of chickpeas are typically used for canned chickpeas?The two main commercial types are Kabuli (larger, cream-colored seeds) and Desi (smaller seeds). Canned products commonly use Kabuli for appearance and consumer preference, while Desi may be used in some regional products depending on buyer specification and recipe.
How should canned chickpeas be stored after opening?Once opened, canned chickpeas should be treated like a perishable food: transfer to a food-safe container, refrigerate, and consume within the timeframe recommended by the brand or buyer. The product is shelf-stable only while unopened and commercially sterile.
Sources
Canned Chickpea Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: India, Turkiye, United States, Australia, Italy, Mexico, Canada, China, Lebanon, Germany, United Arab Emirates, Ethiopia, Ecuador, Spain, United Kingdom, Netherlands, Saudi Arabia, Brazil, Uzbekistan, Costa Rica, Trinidad and Tobago, Sri Lanka, Egypt, Belgium, Guatemala, Sweden, France, Greece, Poland, Philippines, South Africa, Chile, Singapore, Peru, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Nicaragua, Japan, Portugal, Jordan, Honduras, El Salvador, Bangladesh, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Fiji, Hong Kong, Cambodia, South Korea, Liberia, Lesotho, Mauritius, Maldives, Malawi, New Zealand, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Thailand, Taiwan, Vietnam
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Raw materials: Fresh Chickpea, Salt
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