Dried Ginseng Suppliers, Trade & Prices — Market Overview 2026
Sub Product
Dried Sliced Ginseng, Dried White Ginseng, Whole Dried Ginseng Root
Raw Materials
Fresh Ginseng
HS Code
121120
Last Updated
2026-09-27
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Dried Ginseng market coverage spans 135 countries.
- 280 exporter companies and 302 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 460 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 9 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 Dried Ginseng
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Dried Ginseng Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
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Top YoY shifts for Dried Ginseng: United States (+227.1%), South Africa (-90.8%), Peru (-88.3%).
Dried Ginseng Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
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In 2026-04, countries with visible Dried Ginseng transaction unit prices: China (3.24 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| China | -31.9% | 419 | 8.38 USD / kg (68,937.1 kg) | 6.86 USD / kg (201,898.09 kg) | 4.04 USD / kg (127,959.4 kg) | 3.05 USD / kg (79,927 kg) | 4.09 USD / kg (89,698 kg) | 3.24 USD / kg (61,477 kg) | ||||||
| United States | +227.1% | 9 | - (-) | 61.32 USD / kg (250 kg) | 23.60 USD / kg (370.2 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| South Korea | -79.5% | 4 | 12.16 USD / kg (370 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 7.50 USD / kg (10.5 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Canada | -6.4% | 21 | - (-) | 7.68 USD / kg (-) | 21.80 USD / kg (128,197.31 kg) | 10.93 USD / kg (30,678 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| South Africa | -90.8% | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 7.65 USD / kg (7,925.05 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Taiwan | - | 1 | - (-) | 2.67 USD / kg (4,866 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Spain | - | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Peru | -88.3% | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| India | -64.4% | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Dried Ginseng Global Supply Chain Coverage
582 companies
280 exporters and 302 importers are mapped for Dried Ginseng.
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Dried Ginseng Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
280 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Dried Ginseng. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Dried Ginseng Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
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(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-06
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: South Korea, Vietnam
Supplying Products: Fresh Angelica Root, Dried Ginseng, Dried Licorice Root +5
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-27
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale, Trade
Exporting Countries: Brazil, Russia, Bangladesh, Pakistan, India
Supplying Products: Vitamin Raw Material, Dried Ginseng, Dextrose +5
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-27
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Brokers And Trade Agencies, Food Manufacturing, Food Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale, Food Manufacturing, Trade
Exporting Countries: Kenya, Peru, Argentina, Uzbekistan, Paraguay, United States, India
Supplying Products: Vitamin Raw Material, Iron Supplement, Dried Ginseng +5
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-22
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: South Korea
Supplying Products: Dried Burdock Root, Schisandra chinensis, Dried Ginseng +5
(Canada)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-10-21
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 5M - 10M
Industries: Crop Production, Food Manufacturing, Others
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing, Food Manufacturing, Others
Exporting Countries: Vietnam, United States
Supplying Products: Dried Ginseng, Ginseng Extract, Fresh Red Ginseng +4
(Canada)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-07
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Crop Production, Others
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Dried Ginseng, Whole Dried Ginseng Root
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Dried Ginseng Global Exporter Coverage
280 companies
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Top Exporting Countries for Dried Ginseng (HS Code 121120) in 2024
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| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | India | 121,401,280.262 kg | 535,219,831.312 USD |
| 2 | Canada | 8,893,728.487 kg | 344,342,045.627 USD |
| 3 | Germany | 16,371,853.43 kg | 179,193,135.541 USD |
| 4 | United States | 16,800,036 kg | 160,678,037 USD |
| 5 | Spain | 17,759,604.669 kg | 109,483,133.071 USD |
| 6 | Poland | 18,169,141.482 kg | 108,873,074 USD |
| 7 | South Korea | 715,329.681 kg | 101,477,887 USD |
| 8 | Italy | 8,529,395 kg | 59,243,572.23 USD |
| 9 | Czechia | 4,278,996.839 kg | 57,724,271 USD |
| 10 | Netherlands | 7,408,745.948 kg | 56,908,100.97 USD |
Dried Ginseng Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Dried Ginseng Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
302 importer companies are mapped for Dried Ginseng demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Dried Ginseng Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(India)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-27
Recently Import Partner Companies: 2
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Food Packaging, Others
Value Chain Roles: United Arab Emirates, Tanzania, Sweden, Myanmar [Burma], Mexico, Morocco, Indonesia, China
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-09-21
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-27
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Hong Kong)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-07
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 5M - 10M
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-27
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-19
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Beverage Manufacturing, Crop Production, Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
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Global Importer Coverage
302 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Dried Ginseng.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Dried Ginseng (HS Code 121120) in 2024
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| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 86,885,102 kg | 551,187,748 USD |
| 2 | Germany | 66,993,058.831 kg | 486,679,553.043 USD |
| 3 | Japan | 31,815,504.686 kg | 333,107,133.768 USD |
| 4 | Australia | 5,006,413.6 kg | 190,137,164.601 USD |
| 5 | Hong Kong | 12,611,903 kg | 161,960,040.371 USD |
| 6 | India | 107,449,889.018 kg | 129,141,213.393 USD |
| 7 | United Kingdom | 16,946,501.189 kg | 123,895,216.57 USD |
| 8 | Italy | 17,391,719.335 kg | 114,789,035.755 USD |
| 9 | Mexico | 15,675,775.468 kg | 103,016,549 USD |
| 10 | Canada | 13,029,387.197 kg | 99,892,354.56 USD |
Dried Ginseng Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormDried
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupMedicinal and functional botanical root
Scientific NamePanax ginseng C.A.Mey. (Asian ginseng) and Panax quinquefolius L. (American ginseng)
PerishabilityLow (dried), but moisture-sensitive
Growing Conditions
- Temperate climate; multi-year cultivation with sensitivity to heat stress and excess moisture
- Well-drained soils; disease pressure and soil management are critical due to long crop cycles
- Often grown under shade structures or in forest-farming systems depending on region and production model
Main VarietiesAsian/Korean ginseng (Panax ginseng), American ginseng (Panax quinquefolius)
Consumption Forms
- Sliced or whole-root decoctions/teas
- Powdered form for supplements and functional foods
- Extraction into concentrates for dietary supplements and beverages
Grading Factors
- Species and origin verification
- Root size/weight and uniformity
- Root integrity (whole vs broken) and defect tolerance (mold, insect damage, discoloration)
- Moisture content and storage stability
- Ginsenoside/marker-compound profile (where specified)
- Compliance with contaminant limits (pesticide residues, heavy metals, microbiological parameters)
Planting to HarvestMulti-year crop; commercial harvest commonly occurs after several years of growth, varying by species and production system.
Market
Dried ginseng is a globally traded medicinal root used in traditional medicine, dietary supplements, and functional foods, with trade shaped by quality differentiation (species, age, grade) and stringent regulatory scrutiny for residues and authenticity. Supply is concentrated in temperate production zones, notably China and the Republic of Korea for Panax ginseng and Canada and the United States for Panax quinquefolius. Because it is shelf-stable when properly dried and packaged, international trade is less constrained by cold-chain logistics than fresh botanicals, but highly sensitive to compliance, testing, and documentation. Demand is strongest in East Asia and in supplement markets in North America and parts of Europe, with distribution often flowing through established herbal-ingredient and health-product channels.
Major Producing Countries
- ChinaMajor producer of Panax ginseng and other Panax species used in medicinal supply chains.
- South KoreaMajor producer of Panax ginseng with established export-oriented processing and branding.
- CanadaMajor producer of Panax quinquefolius (American ginseng), including cultivated supply for export.
- United StatesProducer of Panax quinquefolius (cultivated and wild-harvested streams subject to trade controls).
Major Exporting Countries
- South KoreaExports dried ginseng and value-added ginseng products through established health-product channels.
- ChinaExports dried ginseng and ginseng-derived materials used in traditional medicine and supplement manufacturing.
- CanadaKey exporter of Panax quinquefolius (American ginseng) in dried root form.
- United StatesExports Panax quinquefolius, with documentation requirements for wild-harvested material where applicable.
Major Importing Countries
- ChinaLarge consumer market with ingredient demand across traditional medicine and health products.
- Hong KongHerbal trade and distribution hub for dried medicinal roots and related products.
- United StatesSignificant dietary supplement market; imports tied to compliance with supplement and contaminant requirements.
- JapanImports for health-product and traditional medicine uses under strict quality expectations.
- VietnamImports for traditional-use and supplement channels; quality and authenticity are key buyer concerns.
Supply Calendar
- Republic of Korea:Sep, Oct, NovUpstream harvest typically concentrates in autumn; dried product ships year-round.
- Northeast China:Sep, Oct, NovAutumn harvest window for cultivation systems; dried roots support year-round export programs.
- Canada / United States (American ginseng):Sep, Oct, NovCultivated and (where legal) wild-harvest supply flows; dried form reduces seasonality in trade.
Specification
Major VarietiesPanax ginseng (Asian/Korean/Chinese ginseng), Panax quinquefolius (American ginseng), Panax notoginseng (notoginseng; medicinal supply chains)
Physical Attributes
- Whole dried roots, rootlets, slices, or cut pieces; appearance and integrity influence grade and price
- Color and odor expectations vary by species and drying method; visible mold, insect damage, or excessive breakage are common rejection drivers
Compositional Metrics
- Moisture content (low moisture to reduce mold risk and preserve shelf stability)
- Ginsenoside profile and/or marker-compound testing used in pharmacopeial and supplement specifications
- Contaminant limits commonly assessed include pesticide residues, heavy metals, and microbiological parameters
Grades
- Species-verified and origin-traceable grades (Panax ginseng vs Panax quinquefolius) are routinely differentiated in trade
- Commercial grading often considers root size/weight, age class claims (where regulated/verified), appearance, and defect tolerance
- Pharmacopeial/monograph-based specifications (national pharmacopoeias and recognized compendia) are commonly referenced in regulated channels
Packaging
- Moisture-barrier inner packaging (sealed bags/pouches) within cartons for bulk trade
- Vacuum-sealed or tightly sealed retail packs for premium whole roots and slices; desiccants may be used to control humidity
- Light- and odor-protective packaging used to reduce quality deterioration during storage and distribution
ProcessingDrying stability depends on maintaining low moisture and humidity control; rehydration during transit/storage increases mold and quality-loss riskSlicing/powdering increases surface area and can increase oxidation and moisture pickup, raising packaging and handling requirements
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Multi-year cultivation/forest farming → harvest → washing/trimming → drying → grading & species/origin verification → packaging → export documentation & testing → importer/distributor → ingredient users (supplements/foods) or retail
Demand Drivers
- Traditional medicine use and gift-oriented premium segments (notably in East Asia)
- Dietary supplement and functional-food demand in North America and parts of Europe
- Use as an herbal ingredient in teas, extracts, and wellness beverages
Temperature
- Typically stored and shipped as an ambient, shelf-stable product, but quality is sensitive to heat exposure and especially humidity
- Dry, cool storage and protection from moisture pickup are central to preventing mold and preserving marker-compound integrity
Atmosphere Control
- Moisture- and oxygen-barrier packaging reduces oxidation and humidity ingress; desiccants are often used in packs for additional moisture control
- Pest prevention and clean, dry storage conditions reduce insect infestation risk during warehousing
Shelf Life
- Shelf life is generally long when moisture is controlled and packaging integrity is maintained; quality can deteriorate if exposed to high humidity, heat, or pests
Risks
Food Safety HighDried ginseng trade is highly vulnerable to regulatory actions driven by contaminant exceedances (e.g., pesticide residues, heavy metals, microbiological issues) and authenticity problems (species mislabeling, adulteration, or undeclared processing), which can trigger border detentions, import alerts, recalls, and rapid buyer de-listing.Implement lot-level traceability, accredited lab testing to target-market limits, robust supplier qualification, and documented species/origin verification; use GMP/HACCP-aligned controls where processing/packing occurs.
Fraud And Authenticity MediumHigh unit value and complex species/grade differentiation increase incentives for substitution (other roots), incorrect species labeling (Panax vs non-Panax), or overstated grade/age claims, undermining buyer confidence and increasing compliance exposure.Use standardized specifications, authenticated reference materials where applicable, and verification approaches such as DNA-based or marker-compound testing aligned to buyer requirements.
Climate MediumGinseng production depends on specific temperate growing conditions; heat stress, rainfall variability, and extreme weather can raise disease pressure and reduce root quality/yields, with impacts amplified by multi-year production cycles.Diversify origins/species where feasible, monitor agronomic risk indicators, and maintain multi-season procurement planning due to long crop cycles.
Regulatory Compliance MediumBotanical products face fragmented regulatory regimes across markets (food vs supplement vs traditional medicine), including labeling, allowable claims, contaminant limits, and (for some supply streams) wildlife trade documentation requirements, creating shipment and commercialization risk.Map target-market regulatory pathways early, maintain compliant documentation (including CITES permits when applicable), and align labeling/specifications to the intended regulatory category.
Sustainability
- Wild-harvest pressure and illegal collection risks for wild American ginseng, with biodiversity concerns and trade controls under CITES
- Soil health and agrochemical stewardship challenges associated with long-duration cultivation cycles and disease pressure
- Traceable, legally sourced supply expectations are increasing for forest-derived or wild-sourced materials
Labor & Social
- Illicit harvesting/poaching and informal supply chains can create legal and community impacts in wild-sourced ginseng regions
- Supply-chain transparency and traceability expectations are high due to fraud/adulteration risks in high-value botanicals
FAQ
Which ginseng species are most common in global dried-root trade?The main species referenced in global trade are Panax ginseng (often marketed as Asian/Korean/Chinese ginseng) and Panax quinquefolius (American ginseng). Some medicinal supply chains also trade Panax notoginseng, typically for traditional medicine applications.
What are the most important quality checks for dried ginseng in international trade?Buyers commonly focus on moisture control (to reduce mold risk), identity/authenticity (correct Panax species and verified origin), and compliance testing for contaminants such as pesticide residues, heavy metals, and microbiological parameters. Packaging integrity and defect tolerance (breakage, insect damage) are also frequent acceptance criteria.
Why can wild American ginseng create extra trade and compliance risk?Wild American ginseng is associated with sustainability and legality concerns, including illegal harvesting/poaching and biodiversity impacts, and it is subject to wildlife trade controls under CITES. These factors can require additional documentation and increase the risk of shipment disruption if sourcing and permits are not fully compliant.
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Dried Ginseng Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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Canada
China
South Korea
Vietnam
Botswana
Hong Kong
United States
South Africa
Ethiopia
Japan
Saudi Arabia
Germany
All country market pages: Singapore, India, Macao, Nigeria, United Arab Emirates, Spain, Mexico, Argentina, Australia, Greece, Malaysia, Poland, Switzerland, France, Netherlands, Indonesia, Italy, Nepal, Latvia, United Kingdom, Belgium, Ukraine, Malawi, Peru, Brazil, Egypt, Philippines, Thailand, Morocco, Czechia, New Zealand, Pakistan, Austria, Croatia, Kenya, Luxembourg, Colombia, Albania, Uzbekistan, Laos, Denmark, Portugal, Bolivia, Costa Rica, Turkiye, Ecuador, Norway, Chile, Guatemala, Jamaica, Senegal, Bulgaria, Israel, Iceland, Bangladesh, Myanmar [Burma], Kuwait, Slovenia, Ireland, Sweden, Fiji, Iran, Serbia, Ivory Coast, Jordan, Sri Lanka, Hungary, Romania, Bahrain, Uruguay, Macedonia, Slovakia, Qatar, Andorra, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Benin, Bermuda, Brunei, Bahamas, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Cuba, Cyprus, Dominican Republic, Estonia, Finland, Gabon, Gambia, Honduras, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, Kazakhstan, Liberia, Lesotho, Lithuania, Moldova, Montenegro, Madagascar, Mongolia, Malta, Mauritius, Maldives, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nicaragua, Oman, Panama, Paraguay, El Salvador, Swaziland, Togo, Tunisia, Taiwan, Tanzania, Uganda, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Zambia, Zimbabwe
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