Raw Materials
Chicken Eggs, Corn Starch, Cow Milk, Liquid Egg Yolk, +1
HS Code
210690
Last Updated
2026-07-03
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Custard market coverage spans 141 countries.
- 310 exporter companies and 358 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 1,704 supplier- and manufacturer-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
- 2 premium suppliers & manufacturers and 1 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 0; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2024.
- Page data last updated on 2026-07-03.
Global Supplier & Manufacturer Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Custard
Analyze 1,704 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Custard.
Custard Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Custard to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Custard: Colombia (+251.5%), Singapore (+121.3%), Malaysia (+107.6%).
Custard Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-08, benchmark Custard country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2026-01, countries with visible Custard transaction unit prices: Malaysia (6.95 USD / kg), Vietnam (6.59 USD / kg), South Korea (6.11 USD / kg), Portugal (3.93 USD / kg), Peru (3.58 USD / kg), 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| France | +23.4% | 53 | - (-) | 7.02 USD / kg (29,376 kg) | 5.84 USD / kg (81,218.92 kg) | 4.16 USD / kg (349,765 kg) | 3.91 USD / kg (9,720 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| China | +3.2% | 38 | 3.14 USD / kg (9,656 kg) | 2.65 USD / kg (20,486.8 kg) | 2.79 USD / kg (11,509.4 kg) | 2.09 USD / kg (20,885.6 kg) | 2.60 USD / kg (11,353.6 kg) | 2.47 USD / kg (2,226.8 kg) | ||||||
| Malaysia | +107.6% | 10 | - (-) | 1.19 USD / kg (10,393.92 kg) | - (-) | 1.19 USD / kg (10,376.64 kg) | 5.90 USD / kg (600 kg) | 6.95 USD / kg (25 kg) | ||||||
| Costa Rica | +8.6% | 289 | - (-) | 1.73 USD / kg (73,259.89 kg) | 1.87 USD / kg (37,414.96 kg) | 1.79 USD / kg (62,258.666 kg) | 2.22 USD / kg (54,748.66 kg) | 1.73 USD / kg (72,732.02 kg) | ||||||
| Mexico | +27.8% | 219 | 1.41 USD / kg (118,621.26 kg) | 1.45 USD / kg (79,137.6 kg) | 1.93 USD / kg (37,075.64 kg) | 2.00 USD / kg (51,977.73 kg) | 1.77 USD / kg (58,337.6 kg) | 1.81 USD / kg (42,175.02 kg) | ||||||
| United States | +25.1% | 126 | 8.36 USD / kg (2,886.71 kg) | 6.50 USD / kg (8,692.04 kg) | 6.34 USD / kg (51,973.56 kg) | 6.96 USD / kg (7,018.69 kg) | 6.08 USD / kg (12,745.59 kg) | 2.02 USD / kg (2,275.34 kg) | ||||||
| Peru | +1.0% | 35 | 3.30 USD / kg (17,726.22 kg) | 3.33 USD / kg (73.43 kg) | 3.85 USD / kg (675.71 kg) | 2.85 USD / kg (2,485.46 kg) | 3.43 USD / kg (2,234.7 kg) | 3.58 USD / kg (370.62 kg) | ||||||
| Ecuador | +81.7% | 13 | 1.92 USD / kg (2,331.6 kg) | - (-) | 2.59 USD / kg (5,870.08 kg) | - (-) | 2.58 USD / kg (2,970.3 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Italy | -41.1% | 10 | 1.12 USD / kg (1,392 kg) | 2.98 USD / kg (788 kg) | 2.12 USD / kg (21,811.199 kg) | 1.88 USD / kg (936 kg) | 4.25 USD / kg (360 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Colombia | +251.5% | 16 | - (-) | 1.48 USD / kg (430.2 kg) | 1.24 USD / kg (6,220 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Custard Global Supply Chain Coverage
668 companies
310 exporters and 358 importers are mapped for Custard.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Custard, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Custard Export Supplier & Manufacturer Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
310 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Custard. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Custard Verified Export Suppliers, Manufacturers, and Premium Partners
2 premium Custard suppliers include country, industry, and contactability signals to prioritize credible export partners faster.
Evergreen
Italy
ContactCatalog
G.D. Foods Manufacturing (India) Pvt. Ltd.
India
Food ManufacturingBeverage ManufacturingFood Packaging
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Custard Global Supplier Catalog Offers and Export Pricing Opportunities
Compare 1 Custard supplier listings by origin, Incoterms, minimum volume, and offer price to identify export-ready sourcing opportunities.
Custard Top Exporters, Manufacturers, and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 310 total exporter companies in the Custard supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-03
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Vietnam
Supplying Products: Custard, Ice Cream, Ice Cream Mix +5
(Pakistan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-03
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
(Portugal)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-29
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
(Brazil)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-03
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
(Lesotho)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-03
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Retail
(France)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-03
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingTrade
Custard Global Exporter Coverage
310 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Custard supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Custard opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.
Top Exporting Countries for Custard (HS Code 210690) in 2024
For Custard in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 674,243,494 kg | 6,469,815,386 USD |
| 2 | Germany | 790,367,772.638 kg | 5,761,192,189.411 USD |
| 3 | Netherlands | 782,775,336.186 kg | 4,255,100,444.355 USD |
| 4 | Italy | 342,850,603 kg | 2,308,614,551.513 USD |
| 5 | Poland | 310,101,611.936 kg | 2,065,385,493 USD |
| 6 | United Kingdom | 172,026,138.082 kg | 1,739,697,899.943 USD |
| 7 | Canada | 300,088,143.309 kg | 1,451,164,229.555 USD |
| 8 | Spain | 217,030,586.158 kg | 1,272,971,935.094 USD |
| 9 | Hong Kong | 34,765,689 kg | 1,254,214,635.115 USD |
| 10 | Belgium | 321,269,176.075 kg | 1,154,850,137.918 USD |
Custard Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Custard Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
358 importer companies are mapped for Custard demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Custard Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-03
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-03
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: -
(Taiwan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-03
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-03
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Mongolia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-14
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Uzbekistan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-03
Industries: Animal ProductionCrop ProductionOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
358 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Custard.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Custard buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.
Top Import Demand Countries for Custard (HS Code 210690) in 2024
For Custard in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 898,294,665 kg | 6,939,916,965 USD |
| 2 | Germany | 497,582,839.804 kg | 2,788,193,480.488 USD |
| 3 | Netherlands | 443,881,375.327 kg | 2,109,739,474.198 USD |
| 4 | South Korea | 131,912,738.881 kg | 2,069,463,917 USD |
| 5 | Canada | 289,083,525.347 kg | 2,024,840,474.139 USD |
| 6 | Australia | 215,109,345.031 kg | 1,590,088,341.888 USD |
| 7 | Hong Kong | 116,392,590 kg | 1,489,807,508.206 USD |
| 8 | Italy | 193,817,560 kg | 1,153,123,141.034 USD |
| 9 | Philippines | 255,916,999.19 kg | 1,120,565,768 USD |
| 10 | Spain | 212,062,233.467 kg | 1,083,953,538.5 USD |
Custard Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
Analyze Custard origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.
Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormPrepared (Chilled/Shelf-stable/Dry mix)
Industry PositionConsumer Packaged Food (Dessert)
Market
Custard is a widely consumed dessert product traded globally in multiple formats: ready-to-eat chilled cups/tubs, shelf-stable (often aseptic/UHT) custard, and powdered custard mixes. Because many custard formats are dairy-based and (for chilled products) cold-chain dependent, international trade is often more regional than for fully shelf-stable dry foods. Custard manufacturing capacity broadly follows countries with large dairy processing sectors, while powdered mixes can be produced and traded with fewer logistics constraints. Global trade analysis is complicated by the fact that “custard” is not consistently separated as a standalone category in many international trade and production statistical systems.
Market GrowthNot Mentioned
Major Producing Countries
- IndiaMajor raw milk producer; large domestic dairy processing base (proxy for custard manufacturing capacity—custard-specific global production series is not standardized).
- United StatesMajor raw milk producer; substantial industrial dairy processing and branded dessert manufacturing (proxy basis).
- ChinaLarge dairy sector by volume; growing packaged dessert manufacturing in some segments (proxy basis; custard-specific statistics not standardized).
- GermanyLarge dairy processing sector and major packaged food manufacturer within the EU single market (proxy basis).
- FranceLarge dairy processing sector and significant dessert product manufacturing (proxy basis).
- BrazilMajor raw milk producer; sizeable domestic dairy processing (proxy basis).
- New ZealandMajor dairy exporter; strong dairy processing capacity (proxy basis—more directly linked to dairy ingredients used in some custard formulations).
Specification
Major VarietiesReady-to-eat chilled custard (stirred or set), Shelf-stable/ambient custard (often aseptic/UHT processed), Powdered custard mix (starch-based, reconstituted with milk or water)
Physical Attributes
- Smooth, spoonable texture; viscosity and mouthfeel are core quality attributes
- Uniform color (often pale yellow/cream for vanilla-style variants) with absence of lumps or syneresis
- Set-custard formats prioritize gel strength and clean cut; stirred formats prioritize stable viscosity
Compositional Metrics
- Fat, protein, and total solids targets (particularly for dairy-based formulations)
- Sugar content and sweetness balance
- Viscosity/consistency (e.g., rheology targets) and starch gelatinization performance
- Microbiological criteria appropriate to ready-to-eat foods (format- and jurisdiction-dependent)
Packaging
- Single-serve plastic cups with foil lids (chilled retail)
- Multi-serve tubs (chilled retail/foodservice)
- Aseptic cartons or pouches (ambient/shelf-stable variants)
- Sachets, tins, or composite cans for powdered mixes
- Bulk pails or bag-in-box for foodservice and industrial use
ProcessingHeat treatment intensity varies by format (refrigerated pasteurized vs shelf-stable UHT/aseptic)Homogenization and controlled cooling are used to manage texture and prevent phase separationStabilizers/thickeners (where used and permitted) support viscosity stability and reduce syneresis
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Ingredient sourcing (milk/cream, sugar, starches, egg or egg-derived ingredients, flavors) -> batching and mixing -> heat treatment -> homogenization (where used) -> cooling -> filling/packaging (aseptic where applicable) -> finished goods storage (chilled or ambient) -> distribution to retail/foodservice
Demand Drivers
- Convenience-oriented dessert consumption (single-serve formats and ready-to-eat products)
- Use as an ingredient for bakery and home cooking (powder mixes and bulk packs)
- Premiumization via flavors, dairy richness, and clean-label positioning (where applicable)
- Institutional and foodservice demand (schools, hospitals, catering) for portion-controlled desserts
Temperature
- Chilled ready-to-eat custards require continuous refrigeration across storage and distribution to manage food safety and texture stability
- Shelf-stable (aseptic/UHT) custards rely on packaging integrity and appropriate ambient warehousing controls
- Powdered custard mixes require dry storage to prevent caking and quality loss
Shelf Life
- Shelf life varies strongly by format: chilled products are typically short-to-medium life relative to ambient aseptic products and dry mixes
- Post-opening handling is a key quality and food-safety determinant for multi-serve packs
Risks
Food Safety HighReady-to-eat custard (especially chilled dairy-based formats) can face significant recall and trade disruption risk from microbiological contamination, including Listeria monocytogenes, where post-process contamination or inadequate sanitation controls occur. Because these products are consumed without a kill step, outbreaks can trigger rapid regulatory action, brand damage, and import refusals.Use validated heat treatment for the intended format; implement strong hygienic design, environmental monitoring (including Listeria control programs where relevant), and strict cold-chain and shelf-life management.
Logistics MediumChilled custard supply chains are sensitive to refrigeration failures, port congestion, and last-mile cold-chain breaks, which can reduce shelf life and increase spoilage and food-safety risk.Prefer shorter transit lanes for chilled formats, use temperature monitoring/traceability, and maintain contingency cold storage and alternative routing plans.
Input Price Volatility MediumCustard formulations are exposed to volatility in dairy inputs (milk solids, cream), sugar, and certain flavor commodities (e.g., vanilla), which can compress margins and drive reformulation or shrinkflation pressures.Diversify suppliers, use forward purchasing/hedging where feasible, and maintain qualified alternative formulations that preserve sensory targets.
Regulatory Compliance MediumAllergen management (milk, and in some recipes egg) and labeling compliance are central to cross-border trade; additive permissions and labeling rules differ by market and can constrain formulation standardization.Maintain market-specific label and formulation compliance reviews, robust allergen segregation and validation, and documentation aligned with Codex and destination-market requirements.
Sustainability
- Dairy-related greenhouse gas footprint and land-use impacts in milk supply chains
- Energy and emissions intensity for refrigerated logistics (chilled formats) and thermal processing (UHT/aseptic variants)
- Packaging waste and recyclability concerns for single-serve plastic cups and multilayer aseptic packs
Labor & Social
- Dairy farm labor conditions and worker safety in primary production
- Animal welfare expectations and auditing pressures in some dairy supply chains
FAQ
What is the most critical global risk for custard trade and supply?Food safety is the most critical risk, particularly microbiological contamination in ready-to-eat chilled custard products (including Listeria monocytogenes). Such events can trigger recalls, regulatory action, and rapid loss of market access, making preventive controls and hygiene monitoring central to risk management.
Why is custard trade often more regional for some product formats?Many custard products are sold as chilled ready-to-eat desserts that depend on reliable refrigeration and have shorter shelf-life windows. That cold-chain dependence tends to favor shorter, regional distribution lanes compared with shelf-stable aseptic custard or powdered mixes, which can move longer distances more easily.
What additives are commonly associated with custard formulations in international markets?Where permitted and used, custard formulations may include thickeners and stabilizers (such as modified starches and hydrocolloids) and emulsifiers (such as lecithin) to support texture stability, plus flavors and colors depending on the variant. Additive permissions and limits vary by destination market and are often referenced against Codex guidance.
Sources
Custard Country Coverage for Suppliers, Manufacturers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: South Africa, United States, Vietnam, China, Oman, Singapore, Australia, Germany, Hong Kong, France, Saudi Arabia, Italy, United Kingdom, Malaysia, United Arab Emirates, Thailand, South Korea, Turkiye, Bolivia, Japan, India, Myanmar [Burma], Egypt, Brazil, Honduras, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Slovakia, Peru, Uganda, Latvia, Chile, Russia, El Salvador, Netherlands, Uzbekistan, Philippines, Poland, Argentina, Canada, Spain, Portugal, Uruguay, Belgium, Austria, Botswana, Denmark, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Nicaragua, Czechia, Panama, New Zealand, Switzerland, Indonesia, Dominican Republic, Sweden, Hungary, Mongolia, Mexico, Ireland, Israel, Slovenia, Greece, Norway, Lithuania, Romania, Bulgaria, Cambodia, Croatia, Pakistan, Zambia, Guatemala, Azerbaijan, Colombia, Andorra, Albania, Armenia, Aruba, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Bangladesh, Burkina Faso, Bahrain, Burundi, Benin, Bermuda, Brunei, Bahamas, Belarus, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Cuba, Cyprus, Estonia, Ethiopia, Finland, Fiji, Gabon, Gambia, Iran, Iceland, Jamaica, Jordan, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Kuwait, Laos, Lebanon, Sri Lanka, Liberia, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Morocco, Moldova, Montenegro, Madagascar, Macedonia, Macao, Malta, Mauritius, Maldives, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Nepal, Puerto Rico, Paraguay, Qatar, Serbia, Rwanda, Senegal, Swaziland, Togo, Tunisia, Tanzania, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Zimbabwe
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