Clover Honey Suppliers, Trade & Prices — Market Overview 2026
Parent Product
Honey
HS Code
040900
Last Updated
2026-09-27
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Clover Honey market coverage spans 133 countries.
- 22 exporter companies and 27 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 41 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 4 countries.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2024.
- Page data last updated on 2026-09-27.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Clover Honey
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Clover Honey Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
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Top YoY shifts for Clover Honey: United States (+81.8%), New Zealand (+66.1%), India (-1.0%).
Clover Honey Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
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In 2026-04, countries with visible Clover Honey transaction unit prices: United States (3.56 USD / kg).
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 | 2026-08 | 2026-09 | 2026-10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | +66.1% | 11 | 19.22 USD / kg (676.5 kg) | 14.05 USD / kg (502.5 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| United States | +81.8% | 27 | 35.95 USD / kg (17.13 kg) | 3.92 USD / kg (326.46 kg) | 3.29 USD / kg (300 kg) | 3.73 USD / kg (342.57 kg) | 3.94 USD / kg (617 kg) | 3.56 USD / kg (721 kg) | ||||||
| India | -1.0% | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 4.05 USD / kg (114 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Turkiye | - | 2 | - (-) | 3.86 USD / kg (40,380 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Clover Honey Global Supply Chain Coverage
49 companies
22 exporters and 27 importers are mapped for Clover Honey.
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Clover Honey Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
22 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Clover Honey. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Clover Honey Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
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(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-27
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Beverage Manufacturing, Food Manufacturing, Food Packaging, Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale, Farming / Production / Processing / Packing, Food Manufacturing, Trade
Exporting Countries: South Korea
Supplying Products: Honey, Wildflower Honey, Clover Honey
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-27
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 50M - 100M
Industries: Beverage Manufacturing, Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale, Farming / Production / Processing / Packing, Food Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: South Korea
Supplying Products: Honey, Clover Honey
(Pakistan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-10-17
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Beverage Manufacturing, Brokers And Trade Agencies, Food Manufacturing, Food Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale, Trade
Exporting Countries: Bahrain, Oman, Nigeria, Turkiye, Belgium, Sri Lanka, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia
Supplying Products: Honey, Raw Pine Nuts, Parboiled Rice +5
(New Zealand)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-19
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Beverage Manufacturing, Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale, Farming / Production / Processing / Packing, Food Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Philippines, United States, South Korea
Supplying Products: Honey, Propolis, Chewy Candy +5
(New Zealand)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-27
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing, Trade
Exporting Countries: United States, Indonesia, India, South Korea
Supplying Products: Honey, Manuka Honey, Clover Honey
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-27
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Beverage Manufacturing, Food Manufacturing, Food Packaging, Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale, Trade
Exporting Countries: Paraguay, Tanzania, Costa Rica, Vietnam, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Philippines, Uganda, India, Liberia
Supplying Products: Parboiled Rice, BBQ sauce, Mayonnaise +5
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Clover Honey Global Exporter Coverage
22 companies
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Top Exporting Countries for Clover Honey (HS Code 040900) in 2024
For Clover Honey in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Zealand | 10,778,071.539 kg | 250,811,941.148 USD |
| 2 | Ukraine | 99,419,785.552 kg | 194,653,377.43 USD |
| 3 | India | 94,778,453 kg | 179,776,004.167 USD |
| 4 | Argentina | 78,120,099.5 kg | 170,260,063.73 USD |
| 5 | Spain | 26,742,283.278 kg | 103,157,668.516 USD |
| 6 | Brazil | 37,930,749.807 kg | 100,559,616 USD |
| 7 | Hungary | 34,482,750.1 kg | 85,345,765 USD |
| 8 | Germany | 12,985,718.132 kg | 74,922,788.911 USD |
| 9 | Belgium | 16,535,727.62 kg | 54,901,324.052 USD |
| 10 | Mexico | 15,303,715 kg | 47,449,527 USD |
Clover Honey Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Clover Honey Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
27 importer companies are mapped for Clover Honey demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Clover Honey Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-27
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Department Stores, Grocery Stores
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-27
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Department Stores, Food Manufacturing, Online Retail And Fulfillment
Value Chain Roles: India, United States, Vietnam, Philippines
(Philippines)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-27
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food Manufacturing, Food Services And Drinking Places, Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(New Zealand)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-19
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Beverage Manufacturing, Food Manufacturing, Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-27
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-17
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Beverage Manufacturing, Food Manufacturing, Food Packaging, Food Services And Drinking Places, Food Wholesalers, Grocery Stores
Value Chain Roles: -
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Global Importer Coverage
27 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Clover Honey.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Clover Honey (HS Code 040900) in 2024
For Clover Honey in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 254,927,207.816 kg | 650,242,175 USD |
| 2 | Germany | 78,023,198.901 kg | 238,497,146.271 USD |
| 3 | Japan | 45,415,770 kg | 136,822,667.32 USD |
| 4 | United Kingdom | 60,305,109 kg | 124,011,713.632 USD |
| 5 | Italy | 25,155,051 kg | 78,606,544.168 USD |
| 6 | Spain | 35,357,064.731 kg | 66,321,029.716 USD |
| 7 | Belgium | 24,688,674.297 kg | 56,464,901.727 USD |
| 8 | Netherlands | 17,005,327 kg | 53,647,923.399 USD |
| 9 | Poland | 26,650,624.165 kg | 51,304,027 USD |
| 10 | Canada | 10,451,935.769 kg | 47,909,052.681 USD |
Clover Honey Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormShelf-stable (liquid or crystallized)
Industry PositionFood Sweetener (Apiculture Product)
Market
Clover honey is a monofloral blossom honey segment traded within the broader global natural honey market (HS 0409), typically positioned as a mild-flavored, light-colored table honey in retail and as a clean-label sweetener in food manufacturing. Global honey production is geographically widespread but with large volumes reported by countries including China, Turkey, Argentina, Iran, Ukraine, the United States, and India, while international trade features both bulk shipments for blending/packing and branded retail formats. Leading export flows include both major producing origins and re-export/packing hubs, while large consumer markets import to meet demand beyond domestic production. Market dynamics are strongly shaped by (1) bee health and forage variability affecting supply and (2) authenticity/traceability scrutiny due to recurring concerns about adulteration and mislabeling in cross-border trade.
Market GrowthMixed (medium-term outlook)Premium monofloral demand coexists with volatile bulk trade conditions
Major Producing Countries
- ChinaMajor honey producer and exporter in FAO honey statistics.
- TurkiyeLarge honey producer in FAO honey statistics.
- ArgentinaLarge honey producer and significant export-oriented supply.
- IranLarge honey producer in FAO honey statistics.
- UkraineLarge honey producer and export supplier (notably to Europe).
- United StatesLarge honey producer; also a major import market.
- IndiaLarge honey producer; prominent exporter by trade statistics.
- RussiaLarge honey producer in FAO honey statistics.
Major Exporting Countries
- ChinaLeading exporter of natural honey by ITC Trade Map (HS 0409).
- New ZealandHigh-value exporter of monofloral and specialty honeys, including clover-positioned retail products.
- IndiaMajor exporter of natural honey by ITC Trade Map (HS 0409).
- ArgentinaMajor bulk honey exporter supplying large consumer markets.
- UkraineMajor exporter of natural honey by ITC Trade Map (HS 0409).
Major Importing Countries
- United StatesLargest importing market by ITC Trade Map (HS 0409) in recent years.
- GermanyMajor import market and intra-European distribution/packing hub.
- JapanSignificant import market with quality and labeling sensitivity.
Supply Calendar
- United States and Canada (temperate clover pastures):Jun, Jul, AugTypical Northern Hemisphere clover flowering window; timing varies by latitude and weather.
- Europe (e.g., Ukraine and EU clover-producing areas):Jun, JulMid-summer clover nectar flow is common in temperate zones; annual variability can be high.
- New Zealand:Dec, Jan, FebSouthern Hemisphere summer nectar flow; supports counter-seasonal availability for some markets.
- Southern Cone (e.g., Argentina/Uruguay):Nov, Dec, JanSouthern Hemisphere spring–summer honey flows; bulk export programs can be tied to harvest outcomes.
Specification
Major VarietiesClover (monofloral blossom honey) — commonly associated with white clover (Trifolium repens), Sweet clover honey — commonly associated with Melilotus spp., Clover-dominant polyfloral (blend)
Physical Attributes
- Typically light color and mild, clean sweetness when sold as clover monofloral
- Crystallization to a fine-grained texture is common; creamed/whipped formats use controlled crystallization
Compositional Metrics
- Codex CXS 12-1981 definition applies: honey is a natural sweet substance produced by honey bees from plant nectar or related sources
- Moisture: not more than 20% for most honeys (Codex CXS 12-1981)
- Fructose + glucose (sum): not less than 60 g/100 g for most honeys (Codex CXS 12-1981)
- Sucrose: not more than 5 g/100 g for most honeys (Codex CXS 12-1981)
- Food additives: none permitted for honey under the Codex honey standard
Grades
- Codex Standard for Honey (CXS 12-1981, as amended) is a core international reference for composition, labeling, and quality expectations
- Commercial trading commonly differentiates lots by color, moisture, and sensory profile; additional national standards may apply by destination market
Packaging
- Retail glass jars and PET squeeze bottles (table honey)
- Foodservice packs (pails)
- Bulk industrial packaging (drums/IBCs) for blending, repacking, or use as a food ingredient
ProcessingGentle warming may be used to enable filtration and filling, but excessive heating can impair quality characteristics addressed in Codex expectationsFiltration level can affect pollen presence, which is relevant for some authenticity and botanical-origin verification approachesCrystallization management (e.g., creamed honey) is a key quality/consumer acceptance factor for clover-positioned products
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Apiary management and forage placement (clover-rich areas) -> honey super removal -> uncapping -> centrifugal extraction -> straining/filtration -> settling -> quality testing (moisture/authenticity/residues as required) -> blending/standardization (if applicable) -> packaging and labeling -> ambient storage and distribution
Demand Drivers
- Consumer preference for natural sweeteners and origin-labeled monofloral honeys
- Use as a clean-label sweetener in bakery, cereal, beverage, and snack manufacturing
- Premiumization via botanical source claims (e.g., clover) and verified authenticity
Temperature
- Ambient distribution is typical; overheating during liquefaction/packing can degrade sensory and quality attributes
- Crystallization is a normal storage behavior and is often managed (not prevented) depending on product format
Shelf Life
- Honey is shelf-stable under sealed, dry storage, with quality changes mainly related to crystallization and heat exposure
- Moisture control is important to reduce fermentation risk in higher-moisture lots
Risks
Bee Health And Disease HighHoney supply is highly exposed to colony health shocks (e.g., varroosis/Varroa spp., foulbrood, small hive beetle, tropilaelaps) that can reduce honey yields and trigger movement controls on bees, brood, and apicultural equipment, disrupting production and trade programs.Maintain robust apiary health monitoring and integrated pest management; strengthen biosecurity and comply with animal health reporting and movement requirements.
Food Fraud And Adulteration HighHoney is a recurrent target for economic adulteration and misrepresentation (e.g., addition of sugar syrups, inaccurate botanical/geographic claims), increasing the risk of border holds, enforcement actions, and reputational damage for brands and origin programs such as clover-labeled honeys.Implement multi-method authenticity testing, supplier audits, and lot-level traceability (including blending transparency) aligned to destination-market enforcement expectations.
Regulatory Compliance MediumDestination markets may apply strict requirements on labeling, composition, and contaminants; non-compliance can arise from moisture/fermentation issues, residues from veterinary/acaricide treatments, or documentation gaps for origin and processing steps.Align product specifications to Codex and destination rules; verify moisture and key quality parameters pre-shipment; maintain residue control plans and complete documentation.
Climate And Forage Variability MediumClover honey volumes can fluctuate with pasture conditions and weather-driven flowering variability, raising procurement risk for monofloral clover programs and increasing reliance on blending or alternative floral sources.Diversify origin sourcing across hemispheres and agroecological zones; use forward contracting with quality windows and contingency blending plans where permitted and transparently labeled.
Sustainability
- Pollinator health and biodiversity: habitat loss, pesticide exposure, and disease pressures can reduce colony performance and honey yields
- Climate and extreme weather: droughts and abnormal rainfall can suppress clover flowering and nectar flows, increasing year-to-year supply variability
- Land management and forage availability: clover presence in pasture/cropping systems affects monofloral clover honey supply potential
Labor & Social
- Smallholder and SME beekeeper livelihoods: volatile prices and authenticity concerns can shift value away from primary producers
- Worker safety: beekeeping and extraction operations involve sting risk and chemical handling in mite/disease management
- Traceability and fair dealing: complex multi-country blending/packing chains can weaken accountability and disadvantage transparent producers
FAQ
What is clover honey in global trade terms?Clover honey is a blossom (nectar) honey marketed as monofloral when clover is the dominant nectar source, and it is traded internationally under natural honey classifications (e.g., HS 0409). It sits within the broader natural honey market where lots may be sold as retail table honey or in bulk for blending and repacking.
Are additives or preservatives allowed in clover honey sold as honey?Under the Codex Standard for Honey (CXS 12-1981), honey sold as such is not permitted to have food ingredients added, and the standard indicates that no food additives are permitted for honey. Buyers and regulators may still require verification testing to ensure products marketed as honey are not adulterated.
What is the biggest global risk that can disrupt clover honey supply and trade?A major disruption risk is bee health shocks and disease pressures (including varroosis/Varroa spp. and other listed bee diseases), which can reduce colony performance and honey yields and can also trigger movement controls that affect production and shipment programs. This risk is amplified by climate-driven forage variability that can reduce clover flowering and nectar flows in key producing regions.
Sources
Clover Honey Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: Brazil, Hungary, Mexico, Poland, Philippines, Romania, Saudi Arabia, Australia, Netherlands, Bulgaria, Switzerland, Canada, Vietnam, United Arab Emirates, Turkiye, Panama, Austria, Greece, Sweden, Portugal, Ireland, Singapore, Uruguay, South Korea, Hong Kong, Thailand, Denmark, Costa Rica, Czechia, Chile, Kuwait, Finland, Slovakia, Malaysia, Serbia, Morocco, Pakistan, Nigeria, Moldova, Qatar, Israel, Lithuania, Egypt, Norway, Indonesia, Croatia, Guatemala, South Africa, Cambodia, Oman, Slovenia, Nicaragua, Zambia, Jordan, Myanmar [Burma], Bahrain, Cyprus, Andorra, Albania, Armenia, Argentina, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Benin, Bermuda, Brunei, Bolivia, Bahamas, Botswana, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Colombia, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Estonia, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gabon, Gambia, Honduras, Iran, Iceland, Jamaica, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Laos, Sri Lanka, Liberia, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Latvia, Montenegro, Madagascar, Macedonia, Mongolia, Macao, Malta, Mauritius, Maldives, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nepal, Peru, Paraguay, Senegal, El Salvador, Swaziland, Togo, Tunisia, Tanzania, Uganda, Uzbekistan, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Zimbabwe
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