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Dried Melon Market Overview 2026

Raw Materials
Fresh Melon
HS Code
081340
Last Updated
2026-05-01
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
  • Dried Melon market coverage spans 137 countries.
  • 157 exporter companies and 187 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
  • 755 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 15 countries.
  • 0 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
  • Wholesale sample entries: 1; 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 Dried Melon

Analyze 755 supplier-linked transactions across the top 15 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Dried Melon.

Dried Melon Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum

Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Dried Melon to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Dried Melon: Thailand (+252.2%), Afghanistan (+216.5%), Vietnam (+96.6%).

Dried Melon Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary

As of 2025-06, benchmark Dried Melon country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-11, countries with visible Dried Melon transaction unit prices: China (3.82 USD / kg), Egypt (1.76 USD / kg), Tajikistan (0.72 USD / kg), Uzbekistan (0.54 USD / kg).
CountryYoY ChangeTransaction Count2025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-042026-05
China+5.0%501.72 USD / kg (3,200 kg)1.47 USD / kg (7,800 kg)2.59 USD / kg (811 kg)2.60 USD / kg (36,605 kg)2.79 USD / kg (99,789.18 kg)3.82 USD / kg (66,520.22 kg)
Uzbekistan-74.9%6382.19 USD / kg (4,811 kg)0.73 USD / kg (14,215 kg)2.73 USD / kg (9,023 kg)0.98 USD / kg (3,425 kg)0.79 USD / kg (174,913.46 kg)0.54 USD / kg (220,634 kg)
India-11.0%223.00 USD / kg (3,660.8 kg)5.17 USD / kg (83.2 kg)- (-)3.63 USD / kg (1,667.19 kg)- (-)- (-)
Peru-50.3%3- (-)5.00 USD / kg (3 kg)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)
Vietnam+96.6%6- (-)- (-)- (-)16.15 USD / kg (100 kg)16.15 USD / kg (234 kg)- (-)
Thailand+252.2%5- (-)- (-)- (-)0.50 USD / kg (0.2 kg)1.53 USD / kg (30,845 kg)- (-)
Afghanistan+216.5%5- (-)- (-)3.08 USD / kg (208 kg)3.03 USD / kg (848 kg)2.94 USD / kg (2,087 kg)- (-)
Tajikistan+38.2%16- (-)- (-)1.00 USD / kg (19.5 kg)0.34 USD / kg (158 kg)0.34 USD / kg (154 kg)0.72 USD / kg (7,620 kg)
Egypt+55.9%1- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)1.76 USD / kg (2,180 kg)
Ecuador-1- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)1.00 USD / kg (1,000 kg)- (-)
Dried Melon Global Supply Chain Coverage
344 companies
157 exporters and 187 importers are mapped for Dried Melon.
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Dried Melon Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals

157 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Dried Melon. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.

Dried Melon Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles

Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 157 total exporter companies in the Dried Melon supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Uzbekistan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-30
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Crop Production
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: Russia
Supplying Products: Dried Melon, Dried Strawberry, Dried Pear +5
(Colombia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-30
Industries: Food ManufacturingBeverage ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingDistribution / WholesaleTrade
Exporting Countries: Netherlands, Mexico, Hungary, Bolivia, Canada
Supplying Products: Dried Melon, Dried Cape Gooseberries, Honey +5
(Uzbekistan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-10-10
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: Russia, United States, Nigeria
Supplying Products: Dried Melon, Dried Cherry, Dried Strawberry +5
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-05
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: South Korea
Supplying Products: Dried Melon, Dried Ridge Gourd
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-08-12
Industries: OthersFreight Forwarding And IntermodalCrop ProductionAnimal ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: TradeLogisticsDistribution / WholesaleOthers
Exporting Countries: China
Supplying Products: Dried Cassava, Dried Melon
(Turkiye)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-30
Industries: OthersFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: TradeFood ManufacturingOthers
Dried Melon Global Exporter Coverage
157 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Dried Melon supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Top Exporting Countries for Dried Melon (HS Code 081340) in 2024

For Dried Melon in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
RankCountryVolumeValue
1Thailand143,834,845.901 kg296,896,709.03 USD
2Spain89,888,202.284 kg126,867,320.263 USD
3Germany3,397,548.916 kg77,014,160.106 USD
4United States7,550,574 kg61,848,570 USD
5Turkiye4,555,307 kg56,816,093 USD
6India45,026,665 kg45,994,814.68 USD
7Netherlands15,716,902.254 kg41,817,417.298 USD
8Poland1,958,826.448 kg35,227,212 USD
9Greece20,327,921 kg19,709,861.346 USD
10Chile2,136,165.09 kg17,481,554.7 USD

Dried Melon Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary

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Dried Melon Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks

187 importer companies are mapped for Dried Melon demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.

Dried Melon Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners

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(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-30
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-30
Industries: OthersFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-30
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Armenia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-30
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Switzerland)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-17
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Switzerland)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-30
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
187 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Dried Melon.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Dried Melon (HS Code 081340) in 2024

For Dried Melon in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
RankCountryVolumeValue
1United States18,062,065 kg207,867,548 USD
2Germany10,956,787.857 kg126,017,795.686 USD
3United Kingdom6,112,158.63 kg46,778,993.994 USD
4Canada3,805,501.464 kg44,943,249.939 USD
5Italy21,425,417 kg36,840,520.458 USD
6Netherlands4,104,668.293 kg27,623,933.944 USD
7Czechia1,850,700.891 kg26,585,488 USD
8Poland4,042,717.552 kg23,727,689 USD
9Malaysia15,021,355.41 kg20,928,739.754 USD
10Mexico3,348,042 kg20,634,258 USD

Dried Melon Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary

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Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Dried Melon

Dried Melon Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country

Monthly Dried Melon wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-11, countries with visible Dried Melon wholesale unit prices: Russia (3.91 USD / kg).
Country2025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-042026-05
Russia3.48 USD / kg3.95 USD / kg3.93 USD / kg3.80 USD / kg3.89 USD / kg3.91 USD / kg

Dried Melon Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries

Compare Dried Melon wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 1 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
RankCountryAverageLowerUpperYoY
1Russia3.77 USD / kg3.31 USD / kg4.02 USD / kg+64.2%

Latest Dried Melon Wholesale Export Price Updates

Use the latest 1 Dried Melon wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
DateEntry NameUnit Price (USD) 
2025-12-01Суш**** **** * ******** ******4.01 USD / kg

Classification

Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormDried
Industry PositionProcessed Fruit Product

Market

Dried melon is a value-added dried fruit snack that is commonly tracked in global trade statistics under broader “other dried fruit” product lines rather than a dedicated dried-melon code. Using HS 081340 (Other dried fruit, n.e.s.) as a proxy, export supply is led by Thailand, China, Spain, Germany, and the United States, while major import demand is concentrated in the United States, China, Germany, the United Kingdom, and Canada. Commercial performance is driven by consistent dehydration outcomes, moisture-barrier packaging, and tight control of defects such as mold, pests, and foreign matter. Regulatory acceptance in destination markets often hinges on additive permissions/labeling (e.g., sulfites where used) and documented food-safety controls.
Major Producing Countries
  • ThailandMajor exporter in HS 081340 (Other dried fruit, n.e.s.) in 2023; proxy indicator for significant dried-fruit processing and packing capacity that may include dried melon.
  • ChinaMajor exporter in HS 081340 (Other dried fruit, n.e.s.) in 2023; proxy indicator for large-scale dried-fruit processing that may include dried melon products.
  • SpainMajor exporter in HS 081340 (Other dried fruit, n.e.s.) in 2023; proxy indicator for dried-fruit processing and/or re-export activity that may include dried melon.
  • GermanyMajor exporter in HS 081340 (Other dried fruit, n.e.s.) in 2023; proxy indicator for processing/repacking and intra-regional distribution roles.
  • United StatesMajor exporter in HS 081340 (Other dried fruit, n.e.s.) in 2023; proxy indicator that can reflect re-exports and branded packing operations.
Major Exporting Countries
  • ThailandTop exporter in HS 081340 (Other dried fruit, n.e.s.) in 2023; proxy for dried melon-containing trade flows.
  • ChinaTop exporter in HS 081340 (Other dried fruit, n.e.s.) in 2023; proxy for dried melon-containing trade flows.
  • SpainTop exporter in HS 081340 (Other dried fruit, n.e.s.) in 2023; proxy for dried melon-containing trade flows.
  • GermanyTop exporter in HS 081340 (Other dried fruit, n.e.s.) in 2023; proxy for dried melon-containing trade flows (often includes repacking/re-export).
  • United StatesTop exporter in HS 081340 (Other dried fruit, n.e.s.) in 2023; proxy for dried melon-containing trade flows.
Major Importing Countries
  • United StatesTop importer in HS 081340 (Other dried fruit, n.e.s.) in 2023; proxy for demand that can include dried melon products.
  • ChinaTop importer in HS 081340 (Other dried fruit, n.e.s.) in 2023; proxy for demand that can include dried melon products.
  • GermanyTop importer in HS 081340 (Other dried fruit, n.e.s.) in 2023; proxy for demand and regional distribution within Europe.
  • United KingdomTop importer in HS 081340 (Other dried fruit, n.e.s.) in 2023; proxy for demand that can include dried melon products.
  • CanadaTop importer in HS 081340 (Other dried fruit, n.e.s.) in 2023; proxy for demand that can include dried melon products.

Specification

Major VarietiesCantaloupe (muskmelon), Honeydew, Hami melon (regional specialty), Other Cucumis melo cultivars used for drying
Physical Attributes
  • Common commercial styles include slices, strips, cubes, and bite-size pieces; texture ranges from pliable-chewy to firmer depending on dehydration endpoint and formulation.
  • Color and aroma depend on cultivar and processing choices (e.g., sweetening/infusion, antioxidant or preservative treatments where permitted).
Compositional Metrics
  • Moisture control targets and water-activity management are central buyer specifications because they govern mold stability, stickiness, and texture over storage.
Grades
  • Codex CXS 360-2020 general quality criteria for dried fruits (e.g., practically free from visible foreign matter; free from moldy fruits; free from living pests) are commonly used as reference points where Codex-aligned requirements are adopted in contracts or regulation.
Packaging
  • Bulk cartons with sealed inner liners or bags to limit moisture uptake during ocean/land transit.
  • Retail pouches (often reclosable) using moisture-barrier materials to protect texture and reduce mold risk after opening.
ProcessingProduced by sun drying or controlled dehydration methods; products may be made with or without sweetening solution, consistent with Codex dried-fruit standard scope and definitions.Optional antioxidant/preservative treatments may be used to manage browning and stability, subject to destination-market rules.

Supply Chain

Value Chain
  • Melon sourcing -> receiving inspection -> washing/sanitation -> peeling/seed removal -> cutting (slices/cubes) -> optional osmotic infusion/sweetening -> dehydration -> cooling -> sorting/grading -> foreign-matter controls (e.g., metal detection) -> moisture-barrier packaging -> ambient distribution
Demand Drivers
  • Shelf-stable fruit snack positioning with low handling complexity versus fresh melons.
  • Use as inclusions/toppings in bakery, cereal, confectionery, and mixed-snack assortments.
  • Gift and premium snack demand in select retail channels for exotic or specialty dried fruits.
Temperature
  • Ambient logistics are typical, but storage should be cool and dry; high heat and humidity accelerate quality loss and increase mold risk via moisture uptake.
Atmosphere Control
  • Barrier packaging that limits oxygen and moisture ingress is commonly used; some programs use oxygen absorbers or inert-gas flushing to slow oxidation and quality deterioration, depending on buyer requirements.
Shelf Life
  • Shelf-stable relative to fresh melon, with realized shelf life primarily determined by dehydration endpoint, packaging integrity, and humidity exposure during storage and distribution.

Risks

Food Safety HighInadequate dehydration, post-dry contamination, or humid storage can drive mold growth, pest activity, and foreign-matter issues; these defects can trigger border rejections and rapid commercial disruption even though the product is shelf-stable. Codex dried-fruit criteria explicitly emphasize freedom from moldy fruits, living pests, and visible foreign matter, making preventive controls and verification central to tradeability.Implement HACCP-based controls for dehydration endpoints and post-dry handling, verify moisture/water-activity targets, use validated foreign-matter controls, and maintain supplier approval plus routine inspection/testing programs.
Regulatory Compliance MediumAdditive permissions and labeling requirements (including preservative declarations such as sulfites where used) vary by destination and can create non-compliance risk if formulation, documentation, or labels are misaligned with import rules.Match formulation to destination-market additive rules (Codex GSFA as a reference baseline where applicable), maintain certificates of analysis and traceability, and ensure compliant labeling (including allergen-related declarations when required).
Quality Degradation MediumMoisture uptake during storage or transit can cause stickiness, clumping, and accelerated mold risk; oxygen exposure can accelerate flavor loss and discoloration, reducing acceptance for premium snack positioning.Use moisture- and oxygen-barrier packaging with strong seal integrity, manage warehouse humidity, and apply robust stock-rotation and transport QA checks.
Customs Classification LowDried melon is often captured under broader HS “other dried fruit” lines, which can complicate product-level trade analytics and occasionally lead to customs classification or documentation friction.Use clear product descriptions, ingredient/process statements (e.g., sweetened vs unsweetened), and obtain advance rulings where classification risk is material.
Sustainability
  • Energy use and associated emissions from thermal dehydration (hot-air drying) versus sun drying trade-offs.
  • Packaging waste and recyclability challenges for high-barrier films used to protect against moisture uptake.
  • Food-loss reduction benefits from drying (longer shelf stability) balanced against process energy inputs.
Labor & Social
  • Seasonal agricultural labor exposure during melon harvest and handling.
  • Worker safety risks in processing (knife/cutting operations, heat exposure around dryers, sanitation chemical handling) requiring strong OSH controls.

FAQ

How is dried melon typically represented in global trade statistics?Dried melon often appears under broader dried-fruit categories rather than a dedicated “dried melon” line. A commonly used proxy is HS 081340 (“Other dried fruit, n.e.s.”), which aggregates multiple dried-fruit products and may include dried melon items.
What are the most critical food safety risks for dried melon in international trade?The biggest risks are mold/defect development from poor drying or humid storage, pest presence, and foreign matter introduced during processing and packing. The Codex General Standard for Dried Fruits highlights expectations that dried fruits be clean and free from moldy fruits, living pests, and visible foreign matter, so failures in these areas can lead to rejections and recalls.
Are preservatives like sulfites relevant for dried melon products?They can be, depending on product style and destination-market rules. Codex GSFA provides additive provisions for the dried fruit category (04.1.2.2), which includes sulfites and other additives at specified maximum levels; compliant use requires meeting the destination’s additive limits and labeling requirements.

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Raw materials: Fresh Melon
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