Raw Materials
Apple Juice, White Sugar, Yeast
HS Code
220600
Last Updated
2026-05-01
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Cider market coverage spans 138 countries.
- 964 exporter companies and 793 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 3,257 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 2026-05-01.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Cider
Analyze 3,257 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Cider.
Cider Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Cider to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Cider: Ireland (+55.4%), Sweden (+37.7%), United Kingdom (-35.5%).
Cider Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-06, benchmark Cider country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-11, countries with visible Cider transaction unit prices: Japan (5.24 USD / kg), United States (5.21 USD / kg), Belgium (3.05 USD / kg), France (2.97 USD / kg), Italy (2.43 USD / kg), 14 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belgium | +9.6% | 70 | 10.80 USD / kg (115,783.24 kg) | 3.84 USD / kg (276 kg) | - (-) | 2.52 USD / kg (125,672 kg) | - (-) | 3.05 USD / kg (185,431.169 kg) | ||||||
| France | -23.9% | 95 | 3.49 USD / kg (85,401.34 kg) | 3.83 USD / kg (350,651.5 kg) | 2.86 USD / kg (525,490 kg) | 2.83 USD / kg (125,277.79 kg) | 3.88 USD / kg (17,173.68 kg) | 2.97 USD / kg (63,005 kg) | ||||||
| South Africa | +2.8% | 1,321 | 1.15 USD / kg (707,717.67 kg) | 1.15 USD / kg (674,740.34 kg) | 1.38 USD / kg (68,468.73 kg) | 1.20 USD / kg (818,379.59 kg) | 1.07 USD / kg (391,083.179 kg) | 1.04 USD / kg (817,014.158 kg) | ||||||
| Italy | +4.9% | 453 | 2.15 USD / kg (2,178,743 kg) | 3.61 USD / kg (1,921,774 kg) | 2.10 USD / kg (2,339,660.85 kg) | 2.71 USD / kg (2,011,702.71 kg) | 2.61 USD / kg (1,093,254.94 kg) | 2.43 USD / kg (1,609,487 kg) | ||||||
| Japan | +29.4% | 175 | 2.30 USD / kg (362,711.64 kg) | 7.45 USD / kg (431,733 kg) | - (-) | 5.21 USD / kg (238,293.95 kg) | 4.68 USD / kg (64,419 kg) | 5.24 USD / kg (502,961 kg) | ||||||
| United Kingdom | -35.5% | 158 | - (-) | - (-) | 1.13 USD / kg (246,301.88 kg) | 1.59 USD / kg (710,104 kg) | 1.12 USD / kg (45,100 kg) | 1.14 USD / kg (710,654 kg) | ||||||
| Ireland | +55.4% | 91 | 1.50 USD / kg (330,405 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 4.60 USD / kg (171,678 kg) | 1.75 USD / kg (310,239 kg) | ||||||
| Kazakhstan | -21.6% | 60 | 2.49 USD / kg (4,452.9 kg) | 2.08 USD / kg (815.4 kg) | 2.62 USD / kg (330.45 kg) | 2.60 USD / kg (252 kg) | - (-) | 2.41 USD / kg (72 kg) | ||||||
| Lithuania | +5.5% | 49 | 1.39 USD / kg (36,382.62 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | 0.96 USD / kg (917.568 kg) | 0.98 USD / kg (888.192 kg) | 0.99 USD / kg (24,876.352 kg) | ||||||
| South Korea | +5.1% | 34 | 1.22 USD / kg (22,818.22 kg) | 0.79 USD / kg (51,047.67 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | 1.51 USD / kg (3,114.09 kg) | 1.37 USD / kg (43,502 kg) |
Cider Global Supply Chain Coverage
1,757 companies
964 exporters and 793 importers are mapped for Cider.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Cider, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Cider Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
964 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Cider. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Cider Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 964 total exporter companies in the Cider supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-11-21
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood PackagingBrokers And Trade AgenciesBeverage Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(France)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-05
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: OthersBeverage Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingOthers
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-30
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Beverage Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
(Australia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-11-19
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Freight Forwarding And IntermodalOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleLogisticsTrade
(Lithuania)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-30
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(France)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-08-04
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 501 - 1000 Employees
Industries: Beverage Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Cider Global Exporter Coverage
964 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Cider supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Cider opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.
Top Exporting Countries for Cider (HS Code 220600) in 2024
For Cider in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Japan | 45,234,229 kg | 303,956,644.08 USD |
| 2 | Italy | 57,674,926.46 kg | 162,374,648.569 USD |
| 3 | Canada | 64,365,733 kg | 148,901,882.09 USD |
| 4 | South Africa | 87,607,236.693 kg | 144,994,167.192 USD |
| 5 | Sweden | 102,360,762.459 kg | 129,548,917.912 USD |
| 6 | Ireland | 64,862,941 kg | 91,623,875.031 USD |
| 7 | Germany | 58,944,364 kg | 72,890,552.489 USD |
| 8 | United Kingdom | 35,227,828 kg | 52,033,039.736 USD |
| 9 | South Korea | 47,853,701.085 kg | 44,844,433 USD |
| 10 | United States | 18,954,148 kg | 43,541,974 USD |
Cider Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
Track Cider exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.
Cider Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
793 importer companies are mapped for Cider demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Cider Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 793 total importer companies tracked for Cider. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Argentina)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-30
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(New Zealand)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-30
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Food WholesalersBeverage Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Armenia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-30
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Taiwan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-18
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Lesotho)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-30
Industries: Alcohol Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Zambia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-30
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Alcohol WholesalersOthersBrokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
793 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Cider.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Cider buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.
Top Import Demand Countries for Cider (HS Code 220600) in 2024
For Cider in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 192,148,030.948 kg | 440,580,985 USD |
| 2 | United Kingdom | 212,559,996.561 kg | 271,060,175.851 USD |
| 3 | Japan | 57,484,805 kg | 70,375,284.581 USD |
| 4 | Canada | 18,419,305.77 kg | 52,460,998.105 USD |
| 5 | South Korea | 22,391,835.158 kg | 51,391,916 USD |
| 6 | Hong Kong | 11,182,589 kg | 44,450,641.472 USD |
| 7 | Germany | 32,300,468 kg | 40,570,480.372 USD |
| 8 | Spain | 30,712,166.772 kg | 38,206,174.32 USD |
| 9 | Netherlands | 22,890,709.481 kg | 36,430,245.227 USD |
| 10 | Czechia | 31,247,869 kg | 25,198,299 USD |
Cider Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
Analyze Cider origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.
Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Cider
Cider Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Cider wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-11, countries with visible Cider wholesale unit prices: United States (1.83 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 1.89 USD / kg | 1.87 USD / kg | 1.91 USD / kg | 1.87 USD / kg | 1.83 USD / kg | 1.83 USD / kg |
Cider Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Cider wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 1 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 1.88 USD / kg | 1.47 USD / kg | 2.11 USD / kg | -0.7% |
Latest Cider Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 5 Cider wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-01 | App*** **************** * ******* ************** ****** **** ******** ******* * ********** ******** ******* ****** ******** ****** | 36.00 USD / kg | |
| 2026-04-01 | App*** **************** * ******* ********* ****** **** ******** ******* * ********** ******** ******* ******* ******** ****** | 29.14 USD / kg | |
| 2025-05-01 | App*** **************** * ******* ********* ****** **** ******** ******* * ********** ******** ******* ******* ******** ****** | 24.50 USD / kg | |
| 2025-02-01 | App*** **************** * ******* ********* ****** **** ******** ******* * ********** ******** ******* ********* ******** ****** | 25.00 USD / kg | |
| 2024-11-01 | App*** **************** * ******* ***** ********* ****** **** ******** ******* * ********** ******** ******* ******** ******** ****** | 28.00 USD / kg |
Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormFermented Beverage
Industry PositionFinished Alcoholic Beverage
Market
Cider is a fermented alcoholic beverage made primarily from apples and traded internationally mainly as a packaged finished product (bottles, cans) and as draft product for foodservice. Global production and consumption are concentrated in long-established cider regions of Western Europe (notably the United Kingdom, France, and Spain) and in North America, while input cost dynamics remain linked to apple and apple-juice supply from major temperate fruit-producing regions. Trade and market sizing can be complicated because customs statistics often group cider within broader categories of “other fermented beverages,” depending on the HS code and national tariff line detail. Product differentiation in global markets is driven by sweetness/dryness, carbonation level, flavoring, and positioning between beer and wine across on-trade and off-trade channels.
Market GrowthMixedMature traditional markets coexist with growth in flavored, premium/craft, and low/no-alcohol segments in selected regions.
Major Producing Countries
- United KingdomLarge established cider market and production base; significant on-trade and off-trade presence.
- FranceTraditional production in western regions; mix of traditional and modern packaged products.
- SpainTraditional production centers (e.g., northern regions) with both local and broader distribution.
- United StatesLarge consumer market with both industrial-scale and expanding craft/regionally differentiated production.
Supply Calendar
- France (western cider regions):Sep, Oct, NovApple harvest window; fermentation and packaging can continue beyond harvest using stored juice.
- United Kingdom (England/West Country):Sep, Oct, NovApple harvest window; supply of finished cider is less seasonal than raw fruit.
- Spain (northern cider regions):Sep, Oct, NovHarvest-driven input seasonality; some styles emphasize fresh/seasonal production.
- United States (temperate apple regions):Sep, Oct, NovHarvest window varies by latitude; industrial producers may use concentrate or stored juice to run year-round.
- Chile:Feb, Mar, AprSouthern Hemisphere apple harvest can help balance concentrate/juice availability across the calendar.
- New Zealand:Feb, Mar, Apr, MaySouthern Hemisphere harvest supports counter-seasonal apple and juice supply.
Specification
Physical Attributes
- Color ranges from pale straw to amber depending on apple blend, oxidation control, and processing choices.
- Carbonation varies by style (still to sparkling), affecting mouthfeel and packaging format.
Compositional Metrics
- Alcohol by volume (ABV) is a core commercial specification and labeling parameter and may affect tax classification.
- Residual sugar level (dry to sweet) is a primary style and specification dimension.
- Acidity (total acidity and/or pH) is monitored for sensory balance and microbial stability.
- CO₂ level/pressure is specified for sparkling products and influences package integrity requirements.
Grades
- No single global grading standard is universally applied; buyers typically specify ABV, sweetness/dryness, carbonation, sensory profile, and microbiological stability requirements.
Packaging
- Glass bottles (single-serve and multi-serve) for retail and premium positioning.
- Aluminum cans for convenience and logistics efficiency.
- Kegs for on-trade draft service.
- Bag-in-box formats in some markets for high-volume service or at-home consumption.
ProcessingStability is strongly influenced by filtration and/or pasteurization; unpasteurized or minimally filtered products typically have tighter handling and shelf-life constraints.Carbonation can be achieved by natural secondary fermentation or forced carbonation, with implications for process control and sensory outcomes.
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Apple sourcing (cider apples and/or dessert apples) or juice/concentrate procurement -> milling/pressing (if using fresh fruit) -> juice clarification -> alcoholic fermentation -> maturation/blending -> stabilization (filtration and/or pasteurization) -> carbonation (if applicable) -> packaging -> distribution (retail and foodservice)
Demand Drivers
- Flavor variety and accessibility across dry/sweet and flavored variants.
- Premiumization and local/craft positioning in some consumer segments.
- On-trade demand for draft options and seasonal/occasion-based consumption.
Temperature
- Many packaged stabilized ciders are distributed as ambient-stable products (per label), while draft and some unpasteurized variants require chilled handling to maintain quality and stability.
- Post-opening storage is typically refrigerated to preserve carbonation and limit spoilage.
Shelf Life
- Shelf life varies widely by stabilization method (e.g., sterile filtration/pasteurization vs. unpasteurized) and packaging (can/bottle/keg), making buyer specifications and cold-chain expectations critical for international distribution.
Risks
Climate HighCider supply and input costs are highly exposed to climate shocks affecting apple harvest volume and quality (e.g., spring frost, hailstorms, drought/heat), which can rapidly tighten juice and suitable cider-apple availability and transmit volatility into finished-product pricing and production schedules.Diversify apple and juice sourcing across regions/hemispheres where feasible, contract for multi-origin concentrate/juice options, and maintain contingency blending/formulation plans consistent with labeling rules.
Regulatory Compliance MediumDefinitions of “cider,” permitted ingredients/additives, labeling requirements, and excise tax treatment vary materially by jurisdiction, creating compliance and re-labeling risks in cross-border trade.Build market-specific regulatory dossiers (definition, ABV bands, ingredient permissions, labeling) and validate formulas/labels pre-shipment with in-market specialists.
Food Safety MediumMicrobiological stability and refermentation risk (especially in sweetened or insufficiently stabilized products) can lead to quality failures, packaging overpressure, and recalls, particularly for long-distance distribution.Use validated stabilization steps (filtration/pasteurization as appropriate), monitor residual fermentable sugars, and control yeast/microbial loads through GMP and HACCP-based programs.
Supply Concentration MediumWhen producers rely on apple juice concentrate or specific cider-apple profiles, disruptions in a limited set of supplying regions or processors can constrain inputs and force reformulation or production curtailments.Qualify multiple juice/concentrate suppliers, maintain approved alternate blends, and set sensory/spec tolerances that allow substitution while meeting labeling and brand expectations.
Packaging And Logistics MediumGlass availability, breakage risk, and freight cost spikes can disproportionately affect international cider shipments, especially for premium bottle-heavy portfolios and draft formats requiring specialized handling.Diversify packaging formats (cans where market-acceptable), strengthen packaging specs for export, and contract freight with contingency routing for peak seasons.
Sustainability
- Climate-driven variability in apple yields and quality (frost, hail, drought, heat) can increase input price volatility and disrupt supply planning for cider producers.
- Orchard agrochemical use and pollinator/biodiversity considerations increase scrutiny of integrated pest management and residue compliance in global supply chains.
- Packaging footprint (glass and aluminum) and transport emissions are material contributors to product-level environmental impact and are increasingly targeted by retailer requirements.
Labor & Social
- Seasonal orchard labor dependence raises risks around labor availability, wage inflation, and worker welfare compliance in upstream apple supply chains.
- Worker safety risks exist across orchards (machinery, ladders) and processing facilities (CO₂ exposure, confined spaces, sanitation chemicals), requiring robust safety management systems.
FAQ
Why can global trade data for cider be hard to isolate?Customs statistics often group cider within broader HS categories such as “other fermented beverages,” which can aggregate multiple products depending on national tariff line detail. Because of that, apples/juice and finished-cider trade often need separate scoping and cross-checking against national alcohol statistics before making global comparisons.
What is the biggest global supply risk for cider producers?The most critical risk is climate-driven volatility in apple harvest volume and quality (for example frost, hail, drought, and heat), which can tighten apple and juice availability and push up input costs. Since cider production depends on apples or apple juice/concentrate, these shocks can quickly disrupt production planning and pricing.
What types of processing choices most affect cider shelf life in international distribution?Shelf life is strongly shaped by stabilization choices such as filtration and/or pasteurization, as well as how much residual fermentable sugar remains. Unpasteurized or minimally filtered products generally require tighter handling controls and may have shorter stability windows than well-stabilized packaged products.
Sources
Cider Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
Explore country-level Cider market pages for supplier coverage, trade flows, and price benchmarks.
All country market pages: Canada, United Kingdom, Japan, France, Kazakhstan, Spain, Italy, Vietnam, Germany, United States, Argentina, Netherlands, Denmark, Zambia, Brazil, Ireland, Russia, Australia, China, Finland, Latvia, Hong Kong, Poland, Singapore, Moldova, Uganda, Kenya, South Korea, Sweden, Austria, Chile, Malaysia, United Arab Emirates, Belgium, Botswana, Portugal, Hungary, Tanzania, Slovakia, South Africa, Czechia, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Bolivia, Lithuania, Romania, Estonia, Norway, Croatia, Ukraine, Mozambique, Uzbekistan, Mexico, Armenia, Zimbabwe, Bulgaria, Panama, Thailand, Serbia, Switzerland, Macao, New Zealand, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Puerto Rico, Venezuela, Rwanda, Lesotho, Costa Rica, Swaziland, Paraguay, Taiwan, Ivory Coast, Philippines, Greece, Andorra, Albania, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Bangladesh, Burkina Faso, Bahrain, Burundi, Benin, Bermuda, Bahamas, Belize, Cuba, Cyprus, Ecuador, Egypt, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gabon, Georgia, Gambia, Guatemala, Honduras, Indonesia, Israel, India, Iceland, Jordan, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, Laos, Sri Lanka, Liberia, Luxembourg, Morocco, Montenegro, Madagascar, Macedonia, Myanmar [Burma], Mongolia, Malta, Mauritius, Maldives, Malawi, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Nicaragua, Nepal, Oman, Peru, Pakistan, Qatar, Slovenia, Senegal, El Salvador, Togo, Turkmenistan, Tunisia, Turkiye, Uruguay, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Related Cider Product Categories
Browse parent, sub, derived, and raw-material product market pages related to Cider.
By clicking “Accept Cookies,” I agree to provide cookies for statistical and personalized preference purposes. To learn more about our cookies, please read our Privacy Policy.