Carob Pod Suppliers, Trade & Prices — Market Overview 2026
Derived Products
Carob Powder
HS Code
121299
Last Updated
2026-08-04
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Carob Pod market coverage spans 131 countries.
- 129 exporter companies and 156 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 49 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 11 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 2026-08-04.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Carob Pod
Analyze 49 supplier-linked transactions across the top 11 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Carob Pod.
Carob Pod Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Carob Pod to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Carob Pod: Spain (+191.6%), China (+119.4%), Morocco (+80.2%).
Carob Pod Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-09, benchmark Carob Pod country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2026-02, countries with visible Carob Pod transaction unit prices: Cyprus (2.72 USD / kg), Spain (2.22 USD / kg).
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 | 2026-08 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turkiye | -15.6% | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Spain | +191.6% | 32 | 2.65 USD / kg (20,000 kg) | 9.53 USD / kg (250,308.2 kg) | 8.97 USD / kg (314,090 kg) | 5.35 USD / kg (201,810 kg) | 6.67 USD / kg (239,160 kg) | 2.22 USD / kg (47,560 kg) | ||||||
| Cyprus | - | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 2.72 USD / kg (24,040 kg) | ||||||
| Chile | - | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 4.06 USD / kg (47,560 kg) | 2.78 USD / kg (47,560 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Thailand | - | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 0.89 USD / kg (122,500 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Brazil | - | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | 0.87 USD / kg (16,598 kg) | - (-) | 1.90 USD / kg (50 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Morocco | +80.2% | 3 | 0.96 USD / kg (6,000 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | 7.12 USD / kg (1,000 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Portugal | +70.2% | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 2.32 USD / kg (4,000 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| China | +119.4% | 3 | 9.91 USD / kg (504.9 kg) | 15.60 USD / kg (20 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Argentina | +0.8% | 1 | - (-) | 6.71 USD / kg (20,000 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Carob Pod Global Supply Chain Coverage
285 companies
129 exporters and 156 importers are mapped for Carob Pod.
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Carob Pod Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
129 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Carob Pod. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Carob Pod Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
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(Germany)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-04
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 501 - 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: Argentina
Supplying Products: Carob Pod
(Turkiye)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-04
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking PlacesOthers
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTrade
(Argentina)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-04
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood Manufacturing
(Spain)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-11-24
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Ukraine
Supplying Products: Carob Pod
(Portugal)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-04
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Crop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: Ukraine
Supplying Products: Carob Pod
(Spain)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-04
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Logistics
Carob Pod Global Exporter Coverage
129 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Carob Pod supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Top Exporting Countries for Carob Pod (HS Code 121299) in 2024
For Carob Pod in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Turkiye | 12,246,193 kg | 34,844,107 USD |
| 2 | Spain | 28,156,168.335 kg | 34,164,071.137 USD |
| 3 | Egypt | 6,537,888.252 kg | 28,766,410.601 USD |
| 4 | Netherlands | 3,747,650.212 kg | 22,518,164.557 USD |
| 5 | Germany | 3,370,772 kg | 20,513,249.583 USD |
| 6 | Portugal | 21,028,549.919 kg | 16,675,670.745 USD |
| 7 | Poland | 2,811,607.776 kg | 12,957,221 USD |
| 8 | South Africa | 2,311,980.312 kg | 10,172,608.095 USD |
| 9 | Thailand | 14,183,957.561 kg | 8,284,125.82 USD |
| 10 | Japan | 279,674 kg | 7,731,621.492 USD |
Carob Pod Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Carob Pod Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
156 importer companies are mapped for Carob Pod demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Carob Pod Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 156 total importer companies tracked for Carob Pod. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Turkiye)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-04
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: -
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Spain)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Animal ProductionBeverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: -
(Saudi Arabia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Thailand)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood PackagingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Vietnam
(Canada)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Grocery StoresOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
156 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Carob Pod.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Carob Pod (HS Code 121299) in 2024
For Carob Pod in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 35,175,827.466 kg | 121,428,699 USD |
| 2 | Germany | 28,665,744.198 kg | 91,545,788.857 USD |
| 3 | Netherlands | 8,679,628.667 kg | 57,171,356.462 USD |
| 4 | Italy | 9,954,305 kg | 38,119,424.409 USD |
| 5 | Japan | 5,314,453.003 kg | 34,347,333.098 USD |
| 6 | South Korea | 6,037,873.556 kg | 31,379,494 USD |
| 7 | Poland | 12,341,013.043 kg | 25,353,702 USD |
| 8 | Canada | 5,821,953.998 kg | 23,551,470.104 USD |
| 9 | Turkiye | 8,233,090 kg | 20,856,179 USD |
| 10 | Thailand | 9,285,429.729 kg | 14,352,398.25 USD |
Carob Pod Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Carob Pod
Carob Pod Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Carob Pod wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-11, countries with visible Carob Pod wholesale unit prices: Italy (3.18 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 | 2026-08 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Italy | 3.40 USD / kg | 3.20 USD / kg | 3.18 USD / kg | - | - | - |
Carob Pod Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Carob Pod wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 1 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Italy | 3.30 USD / kg | 3.16 USD / kg | 3.41 USD / kg | +31.5% |
Latest Carob Pod Wholesale Export Price Updates
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| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-01 | CAR**** **************** **** * *************************** ********** ******* ** ****** ********* ******* ******** ***** ********** ****** ***** | 3.18 USD / kg | |
| 2025-11-01 | CAR**** **************** **** * *************************** ********** ******* ** ****** ********* ******* ******** ***** ********** ****** ***** | 3.19 USD / kg | |
| 2025-11-01 | CAR**** **************** **** * *************************** ********** ******* ** ****** ********* ******* ******** ***** ********** ****** ***** | 3.20 USD / kg | |
| 2025-11-01 | CAR**** **************** **** * *************************** ********** ******* ** ****** ********* ******* ******** ***** ********** ****** ***** | 3.16 USD / kg | |
| 2025-11-01 | CAR**** **************** **** * *************************** ********** ******* ** ****** ********* ******* ******** ***** ********** ****** ***** | 3.18 USD / kg |
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Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormDried
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupLegume tree pod (Mediterranean agroforestry crop)
Scientific NameCeratonia siliqua L.
PerishabilityLow (pods are typically traded dried; shelf-stable when kept dry and pest-free)
Growing Conditions
- Mediterranean climate with mild winters and hot, dry summers
- Drought-tolerant perennial; commonly grown in semi-arid, rainfed orchard systems
- Well-drained soils; often found on calcareous/rocky terrains; sensitive to waterlogging and hard frost
Main VarietiesLocal landraces and region-specific cultivated types (Mediterranean basin)
Consumption Forms
- Milled pulp: carob powder/flour used as cocoa-alternative flavoring and in bakery/confectionery
- Cooked extracts: carob syrup/molasses in traditional foods
- Seed fraction: separated for downstream production of locust bean gum (E410) used as a thickener/stabilizer
- Animal feed (limited by market and quality factors)
Grading Factors
- Moisture level (dryness)
- Foreign matter (stones, stems, soil)
- Insect damage/infestation
- Visible mold/off-odors
- Pod integrity and cleanliness (fit for food-grade milling)
Market
Carob pod (Ceratonia siliqua) is a Mediterranean-origin agricultural raw material traded mainly as dried pods for milling into carob powder/flour and for seed separation used in locust bean gum (E410) production. Global supply is concentrated around the Mediterranean basin (Southern Europe, North Africa, and parts of the Eastern Mediterranean), with harvest occurring mostly in late summer to autumn. Demand is tied to food ingredient use (cocoa/caffeine-free flavor applications and hydrocolloid supply chains via the seed fraction), as well as traditional sweeteners (carob syrup/molasses) and some feed uses. Trade dynamics are influenced by crop-year variability in rainfed orchards, quality outcomes from drying/storage, and substitution effects with cocoa and other hydrocolloids.
Market Growth
Major Producing Countries
- SpainMediterranean producer; carob appears as a reported crop in FAOSTAT under 'Carobs'.
- PortugalMediterranean producer; notable orchard areas in southern regions.
- ItalyMediterranean producer; production associated with southern/coastal growing zones.
- MoroccoNorth African Mediterranean producer; supply can be sensitive to rainfall variability.
- TurkiyeEastern Mediterranean producer; seasonal harvest typically in late summer/autumn.
- GreeceMediterranean producer; often linked to traditional/local processing uses.
- CyprusMediterranean producer with traditional carob production and processing.
- TunisiaNorth African Mediterranean producer; contributes to regional supply.
- AlgeriaNorth African Mediterranean producer; contributes to regional supply.
Supply Calendar
- Western Mediterranean (e.g., Iberian Peninsula, Northwest Africa):Aug, Sep, OctTypical harvest and drying window is late summer to early autumn; timing varies by microclimate and orchard management.
- Central/Eastern Mediterranean (e.g., Italy, Greece, Türkiye, Cyprus):Sep, Oct, NovHarvest often extends into autumn; rains during late harvest can increase drying and mold-control requirements.
Specification
Physical Attributes
- Hard, elongated brown pods with sweet pulp at maturity; seeds are hard and separated mechanically for gum-relevant fractions.
- Low moisture is a core quality attribute for safe storage and milling performance.
Compositional Metrics
- Pulp is sugar-rich and used for carob powder/flour and syrups; seeds contain galactomannan (locust bean gum) in the endosperm.
- Commercial specifications commonly emphasize moisture, foreign matter, insect damage, and visible mold as practical quality indicators.
Grades
- Buyer specifications are commonly contract-based (moisture/cleanliness/defects) rather than a single widely used global class system.
Packaging
- Bulk sacks or big bags for dried pods; clean, dry packaging to prevent moisture pickup and pest ingress.
- Food-grade liners are used when pods are destined for human-food milling.
ProcessingPods are cleaned and kibbled/milled; seeds are separated for downstream locust bean gum processing, while pulp is milled into powder/flour or cooked into syrups.
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Harvest (pods) -> drying/curing -> cleaning and sorting -> bulk storage (low humidity) -> milling (pulp) and/or seed separation -> ingredient processors and food manufacturers
Demand Drivers
- Cocoa- and caffeine-free flavor applications (carob powder/flour) in bakery, confectionery, and beverages
- Hydrocolloid supply chains via the seed fraction used to produce locust bean gum (E410) as a thickener/stabilizer
- Traditional sweeteners and spreads (carob syrup/molasses) in Mediterranean and diaspora markets
Temperature
- Ambient storage is typical for dried pods; quality depends more on low humidity, pest control, and avoiding temperature swings that drive condensation.
Atmosphere Control
- Not typically shipped under controlled atmosphere; moisture control and clean, pest-proof handling are the main shelf-stability levers.
Shelf Life
- Dried pods can be stored for many months when kept dry, clean, and protected from insects/rodents; milling quality can degrade if moisture rises or mold develops.
Risks
Climate HighGlobal supply is regionally concentrated around the Mediterranean basin, where intensifying drought, heatwaves, and wildfire risk can disrupt pod yields and post-harvest drying conditions, tightening availability and increasing quality rejections.Diversify origins within the Mediterranean, secure multi-year contracts, monitor seasonal drought/fire indicators, and maintain safety stocks for critical ingredient programs.
Food Safety MediumInadequate drying or moisture pickup during storage/transport can promote mold growth and related contamination risks, leading to shipment rejections and constrained usable supply for food-grade milling.Set moisture/defect thresholds in contracts, require documented drying and storage controls, and implement inbound testing/inspection for mold and foreign matter.
Quality Degradation MediumCarob pod quality is sensitive to insect damage, foreign matter, and variable pulp-to-seed ratios; variability can affect milling yields and downstream ingredient consistency.Use supplier qualification, cleaning/sorting specifications, and lot-based acceptance criteria aligned to intended use (pulp milling vs seed separation).
Market Substitution LowDemand for carob powder can be influenced by cocoa price cycles and formulation preferences; demand for the seed fraction can be influenced by availability and pricing of alternative hydrocolloids.Develop multi-application demand (foodservice, retail, industrial), and offer standardized ingredient specs to reduce reformulation friction.
Sustainability
- Climate exposure in Mediterranean production zones (drought, heat, and wildfire) can reduce yields and increase quality losses from uneven pod drying.
- Land stewardship in semi-arid orchard systems: erosion control, soil organic matter maintenance, and fire risk management affect long-term viability.
Labor & Social
- Seasonal harvest labor availability and worker safety (heat exposure, manual handling) are recurring operational considerations in Mediterranean orchards and collection systems.
- Traceability and quality assurance can be challenging where sourcing includes dispersed smallholders and mixed wild/managed collection.
FAQ
Where is carob pod production concentrated globally?Carob pod supply is concentrated around the Mediterranean basin, including Southern Europe and North Africa (for example Spain, Portugal, Italy, Morocco, Türkiye, Greece, Cyprus, Tunisia, and Algeria), which makes regional climate conditions a key driver of global availability.
What are the main traded uses of carob pods?Carob pods are traded mainly as dried pods for milling the sweet pulp into carob powder/flour and for separating the seeds that feed into locust bean gum (E410) supply chains; additional uses include syrups/molasses and some feed applications.
What quality issues most commonly affect food-grade carob pod shipments?The most common issues are moisture and mold risk (from inadequate drying or moisture pickup), insect damage, and foreign matter; these factors directly affect whether lots are suitable for food-grade milling and long, safe storage.
Sources
Carob Pod Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: China, Spain, Indonesia, Italy, Morocco, Vietnam, Turkiye, Germany, Greece, Tunisia, United States, Netherlands, Cyprus, Egypt, Belgium, Portugal, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, Peru, United Kingdom, Mexico, Israel, Jordan, Austria, Chile, Australia, South Africa, Brazil, Malta, France, Serbia, Romania, Bulgaria, Guatemala, Argentina, India, Costa Rica, Switzerland, Poland, Tanzania, United Arab Emirates, Japan, Latvia, Thailand, Azerbaijan, South Korea, Canada, Lithuania, Uruguay, New Zealand, Nigeria, Croatia, Qatar, Hong Kong, Uzbekistan, Czechia, Denmark, Niger, Sweden, Pakistan, Ukraine, Malaysia, Hungary, Philippines, Slovenia, Kuwait, Andorra, Albania, Armenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Bahrain, Burundi, Benin, Bermuda, Brunei, Bolivia, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Estonia, Ethiopia, Finland, Fiji, Gabon, Gambia, Honduras, Ireland, Iran, Iceland, Jamaica, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, Kazakhstan, Laos, Sri Lanka, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Moldova, Montenegro, Madagascar, Macedonia, Myanmar [Burma], Mongolia, Macao, Mauritius, Maldives, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Norway, Nepal, Oman, Panama, Paraguay, Singapore, Slovakia, Senegal, El Salvador, Swaziland, Togo, Uganda, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Zambia
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