Sub Product
Beluga Caviar, Osetra Caviar, Sevruga Caviar
Raw Materials
Sturgeon Roe
Last Updated
2026-05-10
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Caviar market coverage spans 56 countries.
- 371 exporter companies and 374 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 1,326 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
- 0 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 3; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-05-10.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Caviar
Analyze 1,326 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Caviar.
Caviar Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Caviar to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Caviar: Russia (+10805.0%), Poland (+7008.7%), China (+173.2%).
Caviar Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-06, benchmark Caviar country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-11, countries with visible Caviar transaction unit prices: Italy (822.72 USD / kg), Hong Kong (816.53 USD / kg), France (749.58 USD / kg), Uruguay (514.56 USD / kg), Spain (21.16 USD / kg), 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| France | +4.3% | 295 | 959.04 USD / kg (124.932 kg) | 760.29 USD / kg (2,942.986 kg) | 839.14 USD / kg (2,921.9 kg) | 820.88 USD / kg (28.565 kg) | 743.20 USD / kg (157.314 kg) | 749.58 USD / kg (203.221 kg) | ||||||
| China | +173.2% | 110 | 3.04 USD / kg (141,710.45 kg) | 489.52 USD / kg (58.82 kg) | 519.09 USD / kg (60.3 kg) | 318.11 USD / kg (2,249.95 kg) | 518.22 USD / kg (1,552.7 kg) | 3.95 USD / kg (108,461.3 kg) | ||||||
| Italy | -4.7% | 72 | 749.36 USD / kg (27.67 kg) | 621.88 USD / kg (81.35 kg) | 659.08 USD / kg (57.88 kg) | 743.09 USD / kg (64.7 kg) | 661.19 USD / kg (16.3 kg) | 822.72 USD / kg (25.5 kg) | ||||||
| Hong Kong | +4.2% | 53 | 656.06 USD / kg (127.5 kg) | - (-) | 674.13 USD / kg (108.3 kg) | - (-) | 708.47 USD / kg (36.75 kg) | 816.53 USD / kg (51.5 kg) | ||||||
| Belgium | +14.5% | 50 | - (-) | - (-) | 739.11 USD / kg (91.97 kg) | 691.66 USD / kg (38.34 kg) | 723.84 USD / kg (87.71 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Poland | +7008.7% | 6 | 7.83 USD / kg (4,655.88 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 3.80 USD / kg (492.24 kg) | ||||||
| Uruguay | -2.5% | 95 | 432.55 USD / kg (441.87 kg) | 551.83 USD / kg (357.47 kg) | 548.81 USD / kg (1,449.89 kg) | 421.15 USD / kg (263.71 kg) | 550.41 USD / kg (544.87 kg) | 514.56 USD / kg (389.33 kg) | ||||||
| Spain | -49.7% | 34 | 44.38 USD / kg (155.68 kg) | 39.75 USD / kg (223.4 kg) | 16.58 USD / kg (1,147.89 kg) | 9.51 USD / kg (9,853 kg) | 27.64 USD / kg (712.8 kg) | 21.16 USD / kg (5,198.16 kg) | ||||||
| Ukraine | +3.8% | 135 | 8.74 USD / kg (29,611.64 kg) | 5.20 USD / kg (4,269.35 kg) | 8.95 USD / kg (12.48 kg) | 4.96 USD / kg (5.44 kg) | 5.19 USD / kg (61.05 kg) | 7.29 USD / kg (34,906.982 kg) | ||||||
| Chile | +16.8% | 33 | 503.97 USD / kg (51.66 kg) | 567.71 USD / kg (56 kg) | 667.08 USD / kg (258.53 kg) | 510.76 USD / kg (225 kg) | 588.01 USD / kg (260.261 kg) | - (-) |
Caviar Global Supply Chain Coverage
745 companies
371 exporters and 374 importers are mapped for Caviar.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Caviar, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Caviar Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
371 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Caviar. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Caviar Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 371 total exporter companies in the Caviar supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Belarus)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-10
Employee Size: 501 - 1000 Employees
Industries: Food WholesalersFood ManufacturingOthersShipping And Water Transport
Value Chain Roles: LogisticsFood ManufacturingDistribution / WholesaleTrade
(South Africa)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-10
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 501 - 1000 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingDistribution / Wholesale
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-10
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersFood ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleLogisticsFood Manufacturing
(Germany)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-10
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: OthersFood PackagingBeverage ManufacturingCrop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleOthersFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
(Spain)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-10
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Freight Forwarding And IntermodalOthers
Value Chain Roles: Logistics
(United Kingdom)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-10
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood Manufacturing
Caviar Global Exporter Coverage
371 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Caviar supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Caviar opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.
Caviar Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
374 importer companies are mapped for Caviar demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Caviar Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 374 total importer companies tracked for Caviar. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Russia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-10
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: OthersFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-10
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food WholesalersOthersFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: -
(Ukraine)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-10
Recently Import Partner Companies: 2
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Mexico)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-10-24
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-20
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food Services And Drinking PlacesFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-09
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersBeverage ManufacturingBrokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
374 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Caviar.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Caviar buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.
Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Caviar
Caviar Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Caviar wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-11, countries with visible Caviar wholesale unit prices: Ukraine (8.14 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ukraine | 8.24 USD / kg | 8.20 USD / kg | 8.28 USD / kg | 8.30 USD / kg | 8.22 USD / kg | 8.14 USD / kg |
Caviar Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Caviar wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 1 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ukraine | 21.41 USD / kg | 7.79 USD / kg | 138.50 USD / kg | +160.5% |
Latest Caviar Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 3 Caviar wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-01 | Шал**** **** *** *** ** * ******* **** | 7.84 USD / kg | |
| 2026-04-01 | Ікр* ******** *** * *** ******* ******** * ******* **** | 136.11 USD / kg | |
| 2023-12-01 | Мас** *************** ***** * ******* **** | 2.03 USD / kg |
Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormChilled
Industry PositionValue-Added Seafood Product
Market
Caviar (salted sturgeon roe) is a luxury, high-unit-value seafood product whose legal international trade is tightly shaped by species conservation rules and documentation requirements. Since wild sturgeon fisheries have been heavily constrained, most legal supply in global markets is associated with sturgeon aquaculture and specialized processing in a limited set of countries. Demand is concentrated in high-income consumer markets and premium foodservice, with trade flows commonly routed through specialty importers and high-end retail channels. Market access and continuity are highly sensitive to compliance (especially CITES labeling/permits), cold-chain integrity, and reputational risk linked to illegal trade and mislabeling.
Market GrowthMixed (Recent years to medium-term)Premium demand is structurally supported by luxury food consumption, while volumes and trade can fluctuate with compliance enforcement, sanctions/trade restrictions, and macroeconomic conditions affecting discretionary spending.
Major Producing Countries
- ChinaSignificant sturgeon aquaculture and caviar processing capacity reported; verify current standing in FAO/ITC datasets.
- ItalyEstablished European sturgeon aquaculture and premium caviar processing.
- FrancePremium processing and consumption market; includes domestic aquaculture production.
- United StatesAquaculture production (e.g., white sturgeon) and premium domestic market.
- RussiaSturgeon aquaculture and legacy association with Caspian-region caviar; trade is sensitive to CITES and national controls.
- IranSturgeon aquaculture and legacy association with Caspian-region caviar; trade is sensitive to CITES and national controls.
Major Exporting Countries
Major Importing Countries
- United StatesLarge premium consumption market for imported caviar; confirm import ranking in ITC Trade Map.
- FranceMajor consumption market; also active in intra-European trade.
- GermanyHigh-income consumer market and premium retail/foodservice demand; verify flows in ITC Trade Map.
- United KingdomPremium retail and hospitality demand; verify import trends in ITC Trade Map.
- JapanPremium seafood market; verify import volumes in ITC Trade Map.
- United Arab EmiratesLuxury hospitality-driven demand and re-export role in some premium foods; verify in ITC Trade Map.
- SwitzerlandHigh-income consumer market for luxury foods; verify in ITC Trade Map.
Specification
Major VarietiesBeluga (Huso huso) caviar, Ossetra/Osetra (Acipenser gueldenstaedtii) caviar, Sevruga (Acipenser stellatus) caviar, Siberian sturgeon (Acipenser baerii) caviar, White sturgeon (Acipenser transmontanus) caviar, Sterlet (Acipenser ruthenus) caviar
Physical Attributes
- Egg (roe) bead size and uniformity (e.g., small to large pearls depending on species/strain)
- Color range (grey/black to amber/golden depending on species and maturity)
- Membrane integrity (low rupture rate) and firmness, influencing mouthfeel and presentation
- Clean aroma (absence of off-odors) and minimal excess brine/oil in the tin/jar
Compositional Metrics
- Salt level category (e.g., 'malossol' used commercially to indicate relatively low-salt caviar; exact thresholds vary by producer and regulation)
- Water activity and microbiological criteria used in buyer specifications for chilled ready-to-eat products (parameter targets are contract-specific)
- Species declaration and source (wild vs aquaculture) as part of trade documentation and labeling in regulated markets
Grades
- Commercial grading is often brand- or buyer-defined (e.g., bead size, color, firmness, and defect tolerances) rather than a single global grade standard
- CITES caviar labeling and documentation conventions are a de facto trade requirement for sturgeon caviar in international commerce (species/source/origin and lot identification)
Packaging
- Vacuum-sealed tins (commonly tens of grams up to foodservice sizes) for chilled distribution
- Glass jars for retail presentation (chilled; pasteurized variants may be more shelf-stable before opening)
- Secondary insulated packaging with gel packs or dry ice for expedited delivery where permitted
ProcessingPrimary preservation via salting and chilled storage; some products are pasteurized to extend shelf lifeOxidation and temperature abuse can rapidly degrade flavor/texture, so oxygen exposure and cold-chain breaks are key quality risksAllergen and contaminants controls follow fishery product hygiene practices; chilled ready-to-eat handling requires robust sanitation and microbial controls
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Broodstock management in aquaculture -> roe harvest (stripping) -> sieving/cleaning -> salting -> draining/maturation -> packing (tins/jars) -> cold storage -> international shipment with temperature control -> importer/distributor -> high-end retail and foodservice
Demand Drivers
- Luxury dining and premium hospitality demand (fine dining, hotels, airlines, catering)
- Gifting and seasonal celebration consumption in high-income markets
- Brand-led premiumization and provenance/species differentiation
- Shift from wild-origin to aquaculture-origin supply supporting legal availability in regulated markets
Temperature
- Chilled handling is critical; typical commercial practice targets refrigeration around 0–4°C from packing through distribution (exact specs vary by producer)
- Avoid temperature excursions that increase microbial risk and quality degradation in a ready-to-eat chilled product
Shelf Life
- Non-pasteurized chilled caviar generally has a short shelf-life window that is highly dependent on salt level, hygiene, packaging integrity, and cold-chain continuity
- Pasteurized variants generally offer longer unopened shelf life, but quality and safety still depend on storage temperature and handling after opening
Risks
Regulatory Compliance HighInternational trade in sturgeon caviar is strongly governed by CITES controls and labeling/documentation requirements; noncompliance (or suspected noncompliance) can lead to shipment seizures, market access loss, and abrupt trade disruption. Because the product is high-value and prone to fraud, enforcement scrutiny is persistent and reputational consequences can be severe.Implement end-to-end traceability (species/source/origin), maintain CITES-compliant labeling/permits and robust chain-of-custody records, and qualify suppliers through audits and document verification.
Illegal Trade And Mislabeling HighCaviar is globally recognized as a high-fraud-risk product, including risks of species substitution, false origin claims, and misrepresentation of wild vs aquaculture source; these issues amplify legal exposure and brand damage and can trigger intensified border controls.Use authentication controls (document checks, lot-level traceability, and where appropriate species testing), and buy only from verified CITES-compliant supply chains.
Food Safety MediumAs a ready-to-eat chilled product, caviar requires strong hygiene and time-temperature control to manage microbiological risks; contamination events can lead to recalls and import holds.Operate under HACCP-based controls, validate sanitation programs, and enforce strict cold-chain and shelf-life management with documented monitoring.
Cold Chain MediumTemperature excursions during air freight, last-mile delivery, or retail handling can quickly reduce quality and shorten safe shelf life, creating losses and customer complaints in a premium category.Specify temperature monitoring (data loggers), use qualified insulated packaging, and prioritize reliable expedited logistics and trained downstream handling.
Biological Risk MediumSturgeon aquaculture can face disease events and stock losses, and long production cycles can limit short-term supply responsiveness, increasing exposure to supply shocks.Diversify sourcing across farms/regions, monitor aquatic animal health advisories, and maintain contingency inventory strategies aligned to shelf-life constraints.
Sustainability
- Biodiversity and conservation: sturgeon species are conservation-sensitive, and illegal harvest/poaching has historically been associated with caviar supply chains
- Traceability and provenance: species identification and origin claims are central to legal and reputational risk management
- Aquaculture environmental impacts: effluent management and local water quality considerations at farm sites
- Feed sourcing impacts for sturgeon aquaculture (marine ingredient reliance varies by formulation and region)
Labor & Social
- Illicit supply networks and organized illegal trade risks in regions with a history of sturgeon poaching and trafficking
- Worker safety and hygiene practices in processing facilities (ready-to-eat chilled products heighten sanitation and handling requirements)
FAQ
Why is caviar trade paperwork and labeling such a big issue globally?Because caviar comes from sturgeon species that are conservation-sensitive, international trade is closely controlled and relies on documented species/origin/source information. If documentation or labeling is incomplete or inconsistent, shipments can be detained or seized and buyers can lose market access.
What does 'malossol' mean on caviar?It is a commercial term used to indicate a relatively low-salt style of caviar. The exact salt level can vary by producer and market, but the term generally signals a focus on delicate flavor with less salting than more heavily preserved products.
What are the most important handling requirements for caviar in trade?Maintaining a continuous cold chain is critical because caviar is typically sold as a chilled ready-to-eat product. Keeping it refrigerated (commonly around 0–4°C, per producer specification), minimizing temperature excursions, and limiting exposure after opening are key to protecting both quality and safety.
Sources
Caviar Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
Explore country-level Caviar market pages for supplier coverage, trade flows, and price benchmarks.
All country market pages: China, Russia, United States, Italy, Japan, Kazakhstan, France, Germany, Poland, Ukraine, Bulgaria, United Kingdom, Belgium, Switzerland, Romania, Hong Kong, Singapore, Ecuador, Argentina, Thailand, Spain, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Costa Rica, South Korea, Greece, Latvia, Belarus, Colombia, Vietnam, Australia, Liechtenstein, Turkiye, Mexico, Moldova, Georgia, Peru, Azerbaijan, Brazil, Chile, Norway, Iceland, Panama, Malaysia, United Arab Emirates, Bangladesh, Belize, Czechia, Estonia, India, Jamaica, Liberia, Lithuania, Montenegro, Paraguay, Sweden
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Raw materials: Sturgeon Roe
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