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Fresh Mint
Last Updated
2026-06-17
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Dried Mint market coverage spans 50 countries.
- 326 exporter companies and 382 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 870 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
- 0 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 0; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- Page data last updated on 2026-06-17.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Dried Mint
Analyze 870 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Dried Mint.
Dried Mint Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Dried Mint to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Dried Mint: United Arab Emirates (+210.8%), United Kingdom (+86.9%), Peru (+86.6%).
Dried Mint Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-07, benchmark Dried Mint country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-12, countries with visible Dried Mint transaction unit prices: United States (38.03 USD / kg), Peru (21.86 USD / kg), Mexico (6.88 USD / kg), China (4.80 USD / kg), Costa Rica (4.61 USD / kg), 5 more countries.
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Egypt | -3.7% | 21 | 4.54 USD / kg (1,805 kg) | 2.88 USD / kg (4,000.3 kg) | 3.71 USD / kg (9,775 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | 2.60 USD / kg (14,190 kg) | ||||||
| India | -1.9% | 185 | 2.83 USD / kg (27,087.2 kg) | 2.58 USD / kg (14,090.8 kg) | 2.68 USD / kg (8,793.215 kg) | 3.44 USD / kg (13,670.8 kg) | 3.21 USD / kg (6,134.4 kg) | 2.72 USD / kg (17,487 kg) | ||||||
| China | +38.8% | 30 | 1.68 USD / kg (4,065 kg) | 2.37 USD / kg (2,149.11 kg) | 2.39 USD / kg (1,416 kg) | 2.37 USD / kg (550 kg) | 2.64 USD / kg (600 kg) | 4.80 USD / kg (638.27 kg) | ||||||
| United States | +21.2% | 47 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 40.60 USD / kg (15,022.44 kg) | 44.45 USD / kg (2.7 kg) | 38.03 USD / kg (78,134.91 kg) | ||||||
| Spain | -16.2% | 6 | 7.15 USD / kg (10,650 kg) | - (-) | 3.29 USD / kg (5,250 kg) | - (-) | 4.70 USD / kg (500 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Pakistan | - | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Jordan | - | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Vietnam | +26.9% | 163 | 4.95 USD / kg (1,715.84 kg) | 4.92 USD / kg (3,785.12 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Costa Rica | -41.3% | 21 | - (-) | - (-) | 4.74 USD / kg (201.6 kg) | 4.71 USD / kg (483.96 kg) | 4.65 USD / kg (594.84 kg) | 4.61 USD / kg (564.48 kg) | ||||||
| Syria | - | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Dried Mint Global Supply Chain Coverage
708 companies
326 exporters and 382 importers are mapped for Dried Mint.
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Dried Mint Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
326 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Dried Mint. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Dried Mint Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 326 total exporter companies in the Dried Mint supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-10-21
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Sri Lanka)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-17
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-09-24
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingTrade
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-09
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Crop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingTrade
Exporting Countries: Mauritius, Philippines, United States
Supplying Products: Dried Mint, Dried Nettle Leaves, White Tea +5
(Poland)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-17
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingLogistics
Exporting Countries: Ukraine
Supplying Products: Dried Mint, Ginger Powder
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-17
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood Manufacturing
Dried Mint Global Exporter Coverage
326 companies
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Dried Mint Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
382 importer companies are mapped for Dried Mint demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Dried Mint Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(Mauritius)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-09
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Canada)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-17
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-17
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Sri Lanka)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-17
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood PackagingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Syria, Saudi Arabia, Denmark, Czechia, Jordan, Japan, Philippines, Austria, Lebanon, Turkiye
(Mauritius)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-28
Industries: Food WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Mexico)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-17
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Crop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
382 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Dried Mint.
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Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormDried
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupDried culinary herbs / aromatic herbs
Scientific NameMentha spp. (commonly spearmint: Mentha spicata; peppermint: Mentha piperita)
PerishabilityLow to Medium (dried product; quality sensitive to moisture and aroma loss)
Growing Conditions
- Temperate to subtropical cultivation; best performance with reliable irrigation and well-drained soils.
- Multiple cuttings possible in suitable climates; harvest timing influences aroma quality.
Main VarietiesSpearmint (Mentha spicata), Peppermint (Mentha piperita)
Consumption Forms
- Herbal infusions/tea
- Culinary seasoning and blends
- Industrial food manufacturing flavoring (as dried leaf ingredient)
Grading Factors
- Leaf form and cut size (whole/broken/rubbed)
- Foreign matter and cleanliness
- Moisture control (to prevent mold/caking)
- Aroma intensity and absence of off-odours
- Microbiological status (e.g., Salmonella control expectations)
Market
Dried mint is a globally traded dried culinary herb and aromatic plant material used in food, herbal infusions/tea, and flavoring applications, typically shipped as whole, broken, or rubbed leaves. Global production statistics for mint are often reported under peppermint/spearmint aggregates (rather than “dried mint” as a standalone commodity), and trade statistics can be fragmented because mint leaves may be classified under different tariff headings depending on intended use. International specification standards exist for dried spearmint and dried peppermint, supporting buyer alignment on quality, sampling, packing, and marking requirements. A key cross-border trade constraint is food safety: dried aromatic herbs, including those used as spices/herbs, have documented pathogen hazards (notably Salmonella), driving testing, decontamination, and supplier assurance requirements.
Major Producing Countries
- MoroccoReported producer in FAOSTAT/UNdata series for “Peppermint, spearmint” (used as an upstream proxy for dried mint leaf supply geography).
- ArgentinaReported producer in FAOSTAT/UNdata series for “Peppermint, spearmint”.
- MexicoReported producer in FAOSTAT/UNdata series for “Peppermint, spearmint”.
- ChinaReported producer in FAOSTAT/UNdata series for “Peppermint, spearmint”.
- EgyptReported producer in FAOSTAT/UNdata series for “Peppermint, spearmint”.
- SpainReported producer in FAOSTAT/UNdata series for “Peppermint, spearmint”.
Specification
Major VarietiesSpearmint (Mentha spicata), Peppermint (Mentha piperita)
Physical Attributes
- Typically traded as dried leaves in whole, broken, or rubbed form.
- Aroma and appearance are key buyer acceptance attributes; lots are commonly specified for low foreign matter and absence of musty/off-odours.
Compositional Metrics
- Buyer specifications commonly include moisture and volatile/essential-oil-related quality parameters (set as contract specs rather than universally standardized numeric thresholds).
- Microbiological criteria and pathogen testing (e.g., Salmonella absence sampling plans) are frequently included due to documented hazards in dried aromatic herbs.
Grades
- ISO 2256:1984 (dried mint/spearmint) provides a specification framework including sampling, tests, packing and marking.
- ISO 5563:1984 (dried peppermint) provides a specification framework including sampling, tests, packing and marking.
Packaging
- Packed to protect against moisture uptake and contamination (e.g., sealed food-grade liners within outer cartons/bales) with lot identification for traceability.
ProcessingPost-harvest interventions (e.g., validated decontamination/kill steps) may be applied to reduce microbiological hazards in dried aromatic herbs where required by buyers or regulators.
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Harvesting (field cut) -> drying/dehydration -> cleaning/sieving (foreign matter removal) -> size reduction (whole/broken/rubbed) -> optional microbial reduction step -> packing and marking -> ambient shipment with moisture control -> blending/packing at destination (retail, tea, or industrial users)
Demand Drivers
- Herbal infusions/tea and foodservice beverages (mint tea, blends).
- Culinary seasoning, spice blends, and sauces in retail and foodservice.
- Flavoring applications where dried leaf format is preferred over extracts or oils for label, cost, or sensory reasons.
Temperature
- Ambient logistics are typical, but storage and transport must minimize humidity and prevent moisture ingress to avoid quality loss and mold risk.
Shelf Life
- Commercial shelf life is primarily limited by moisture uptake, oxidation and aroma loss; effective moisture barriers and dry storage conditions are critical.
Risks
Food Safety HighMicrobiological hazards in spices and dried aromatic herbs include pathogens such as Salmonella; contamination can persist through drying and lead to outbreaks, recalls, and import rejections. For dried mint, this risk is amplified by fragmented multi-origin supply chains and downstream blending, which can spread contamination across multiple finished products.Use HACCP-based supplier approval, validated microbial reduction steps where appropriate, environmental and lot testing (including Salmonella sampling plans), and strict moisture/warehouse controls to prevent post-process recontamination.
Regulatory Compliance MediumPesticide residue limits and contaminant requirements vary by destination market; non-compliant lots can face detention, destruction, or loss of buyer approval.Implement pre-harvest input controls, residue monitoring plans aligned to target markets, and robust documentation/traceability for each lot.
Adulteration And Fraud MediumDried leafy herbs are vulnerable to substitution (other plant leaves) and foreign matter inclusion, which can degrade flavor performance and create compliance risk.Apply identity checks (botanical authentication), incoming inspection, supplier audits, and contract specs aligned to ISO-based quality frameworks.
Quality Degradation LowVolatile aroma loss, discoloration, and caking can occur if moisture barriers fail or storage conditions are humid or hot, reducing buyer acceptance.Specify moisture-barrier packaging, control warehouse humidity, and use FIFO with periodic sensory checks.
Sustainability
- Pesticide use and residue compliance risk in dried herbs (farm-level inputs can drive border rejections and buyer delistings if residues exceed limits).
- Drying energy and process control (sun-drying versus mechanical drying) can influence emissions, food safety outcomes, and product losses.
- Packaging waste and recyclability constraints for high-barrier moisture-protection materials used to preserve aroma and prevent rehydration.
FAQ
Why can dried mint trade data be hard to interpret at the global level?Because mint leaves can be classified under different tariff headings depending on intended use (e.g., medicinal/perfumery-type plant material versus culinary herb/spice use), global trade statistics are often split across codes and may not isolate “dried mint” cleanly.
What is the biggest trade-disrupting safety risk for dried mint?Pathogen contamination—especially Salmonella—has been documented as a hazard in spices and dried aromatic herbs, which can trigger import rejections, recalls, and buyer delistings if controls are weak.
Are there international standards that buyers use for dried mint quality specifications?Yes. ISO publishes product specification standards for dried mint (spearmint) and for dried peppermint, which cover quality requirements along with sampling, test methods, packing, and marking expectations.
Sources
Dried Mint Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: Turkiye, United States, Egypt, India, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Mexico, Germany, Latvia, Malaysia, Syria, Canada, Poland, Spain, Peru, China, Costa Rica, Chile, Nigeria, United Arab Emirates, France, United Kingdom, South Korea, Australia, Thailand, Uzbekistan, Indonesia, Tanzania, Kazakhstan, Nepal, Netherlands, Norway, Czechia, Jordan, Singapore, New Zealand, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Ivory Coast, Ethiopia, Finland, Hong Kong, Liberia, Lesotho, Mauritius, Nicaragua, Oman, Suriname, South Africa
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