Parent Product
Dried Garlic
Last Updated
2026-05-21
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Japan Dried Garlic Flakes market intelligence page includes 0 premium suppliers.
- 0 sampled export transactions for Japan are summarized.
- 0 export partner companies and 1 import partner companies are mapped for Dried Garlic Flakes in Japan.
- Wholesale sample entries: 0; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- 0 export partner countries and 0 import partner countries are ranked.
- Page data last updated on 2026-05-21.
Dried Garlic Flakes Import Buyer Intelligence and Price Signals in Japan: Buyers, Demand, and Trade Partners
1 import partner companies are tracked for Dried Garlic Flakes in Japan. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to analyze buyer demand, partner density, and downstream channels.
Scatter points are sampled from 100.0% of the full transaction dataset.
Sample Import Transaction and Price Records for Dried Garlic Flakes in Japan
5 sampled Dried Garlic Flakes import transactions in Japan provide date, origin, and trade-country context to benchmark price levels and demand-side trading patterns.
Dried Garlic Flakes sampled import transaction unit prices by date in Japan: 2026-04-24: 1.84 USD / kg, 2026-04-19: 2.02 USD / kg, 2025-12-10: 2.05 USD / kg, 2025-10-17: 1.84 USD / kg, 2025-10-14: 2.02 USD / kg.
| Date | Reported Product | Unit Price | Exporter | Importer | Origin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-24 | DEH******* ****** ****** ************* | 1.84 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2026-04-19 | DEH******* ****** ****** ** *** *** ** ******* **** *** * *** ** * ****** | 2.02 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2025-12-10 | DEH******* ****** ****** ***** ****** | 2.05 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2025-10-17 | DEH******* ****** ****** ************* | 1.84 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2025-10-14 | DEH******* ****** ****** ** *** *** ** ******* **** *** * *** ** * ****** | 2.02 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - |
Top Dried Garlic Flakes Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners in Japan
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them with 1 total import partner companies tracked for Dried Garlic Flakes in Japan. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate demand-side partner fit.
(Japan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-20
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood Manufacturing
Japan Import Partner Coverage
1 companies
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Classification
Product TypeIngredient
Product FormDried/Dehydrated flakes
Industry PositionProcessed Vegetable Ingredient (Spice/Culinary Herb)
Market
Dried garlic flakes in Japan are used as a shelf-stable seasoning ingredient for home cooking, foodservice, and food manufacturing, and are also sold in retail packs. Open product listings in Japan commonly indicate imported origin (e.g., China) for dried garlic flake products, suggesting an import-dependent supply base for this processed form. Domestic garlic cultivation is concentrated in Aomori Prefecture (Japan’s leading garlic-producing area), but dried flakes are frequently marketed as imported raw material. Buyers typically focus on dryness, cleanliness, and absence of insects/foreign matter, with Codex quality parameters often used as reference points for dehydrated garlic.
Market RoleImport-dependent ingredient and consumer market (net importer for dried garlic products)
Domestic RoleSeasoning ingredient used in domestic foodservice and processed food manufacturing; also retailed as dried garlic flakes.
SeasonalityYear-round availability due to shelf-stable storage and continuous import and distribution.
Specification
Physical Attributes
- Flake/slice form; Japan wholesale product descriptions include ~1.8 mm thickness and pale yellow color for dried garlic flakes (example specification).
- Intended to be free from live insects and visible mold; foreign/extraneous matter limits are commonly controlled against Codex reference values.
Compositional Metrics
- Codex CXS 347-2019 reference (non-powdered dried/dehydrated garlic): moisture max 7.0% w/w; total ash (dry basis) max 6.0%; acid-insoluble ash (dry basis) max 0.5%; volatile organic sulphur compounds min 0.3% (dry basis); cold-water-soluble extract 70–90% (dry basis).
Grades
- Codex CXS 347-2019 physical reference values (all styles): extraneous matter max 0.5% w/w; foreign matter max 0.5% w/w; visible mold max 1.0% w/w; live insects max 0 per 100 g; dead insects/insect fragments/rodent contamination max 0.5% (mass fraction); mammalian excreta max 1.0 mg/kg.
Packaging
- Bulk packaging examples in Japan market: 1 kg bags and 20 kg packs are offered for food-industry use (example specifications).
- Moisture-protective packaging and storage away from heat/humidity are emphasized by sellers to maintain dryness and prevent quality loss.
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Overseas dehydration/processing → bulk packaging → sea freight to Japan → customs clearance → MHLW Food Sanitation Act import notification and (as determined) inspection at quarantine station → (as applicable) plant quarantine procedures/certificates under Plant Protection Law → importer/wholesaler warehousing (ambient, dry) → distribution to foodservice/food manufacturers and retail repackers.
Temperature
- Ambient distribution is typical; key control is keeping product dry and protected from high humidity rather than cold chain.
Atmosphere Control
- Moisture and pest control during storage (sealed packaging; avoid high humidity) to reduce mold/insect risks.
Shelf Life
- Japan market listings show typical unopened shelf-life claims around ~1.5–2 years under ambient storage, varying by supplier specification.
Risks
Regulatory Compliance HighMarket entry can be blocked if the product is treated as subject to plant quarantine and the shipment lacks required phytosanitary/inspection documentation or fails Plant Protection Law procedures; Japan Customs indicates Plant Protection Station-issued certificates are needed for customs confirmation when quarantine applies, while MAFF notes some processed products may be exempt but requires confirmation via Plant Protection Stations and the importing-conditions database.Confirm the product’s plant-quarantine status using the MAFF Plant Protection Station importing-conditions database and pre-align required documents with the Japanese importer and Plant Protection Station before shipment; retain Plant Protection Station-issued certificates when applicable.
Food Safety MediumDried garlic flakes imported for sale/business use require MHLW Food Sanitation Act import notification and are subject to document examination and possible inspection at quarantine stations; violations can lead to non-admission and measures such as disposal or shipping back.Prepare a complete import-notification dossier (manufacturer details, ingredients, manufacturing method, additive status) and maintain test/COA evidence aligned to Japanese compliance expectations to reduce inspection/violation risk.
Labeling MediumRetail sale in Japan requires food labeling in Japanese and compliance with Food Labeling Act standards; mislabeling (including origin-related labeling where applicable) can trigger enforcement action, relabeling cost, or recall risk.Have the Japanese importer perform a pre-market label compliance review and ensure Japanese-language labels and required origin/ingredient information are correctly prepared for the intended sales channel.
Quality LowQuality failures such as excess moisture, visible mold, foreign matter, or insect contamination can trigger buyer rejection; Codex provides commonly referenced quality parameter thresholds for dried/dehydrated garlic (e.g., moisture limits and insect/foreign matter limits).Control moisture and hygiene during processing and storage; use sealed moisture-barrier packaging and verify conformity against Codex CXS 347-2019 parameters (or tighter buyer specs) before shipment.
Sustainability
- Origin traceability and origin labeling expectations for processed foods sold in Japan (e.g., country-of-origin information) are relevant for dried garlic products commonly marketed as imported.
FAQ
What quality parameters can be used as a baseline reference for dried garlic flakes supplied into Japan?Codex CXS 347-2019 provides reference limits for dried/dehydrated garlic. For non-powdered styles, it lists moisture at a maximum of 7.0% w/w, and physical limits including extraneous matter max 0.5% and foreign matter max 0.5%, with live insects set to 0 per 100 g.
What are the core import compliance steps in Japan for dried garlic flakes imported for sale or business use?Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW) requires an import notification under the Food Sanitation Act (submitted to an MHLW quarantine station), where inspectors conduct document examination and may require inspection. Separately, plant quarantine procedures under the Plant Protection framework may apply depending on the product classification, origin, and whether it is treated as an exempt processed article.
Are dried garlic flakes always exempt from plant quarantine in Japan because they are processed?Not necessarily. MAFF notes that some processed products may not require import inspections when plant materials pose no threat of introducing harmful pests, while Japan Customs explains that when Plant Protection Law quarantine applies, Plant Protection Station-issued documents must be submitted for customs confirmation. The practical approach is to verify the specific importing conditions in the MAFF Plant Protection Station database and confirm with the relevant Plant Protection Station.
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