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Dried Squash Market Overview 2026

Raw Materials
Fresh Squash
HS Code
071290
Last Updated
2026-05-09
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
  • Dried Squash market coverage spans 133 countries.
  • 18 exporter companies and 18 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
  • 27 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 6 countries.
  • 0 premium suppliers and 0 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 2026-05-09.

Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Dried Squash

Analyze 27 supplier-linked transactions across the top 6 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Dried Squash.

Dried Squash Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum

Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Dried Squash to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Dried Squash: Vietnam (+282.1%), Argentina (+87.7%), China (-15.8%).

Dried Squash Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary

As of 2025-06, benchmark Dried Squash country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-11, countries with visible Dried Squash transaction unit prices: Argentina (8.06 USD / kg), Uzbekistan (7.74 USD / kg), China (2.95 USD / kg).
CountryYoY ChangeTransaction Count2025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-042026-05
Argentina+87.7%109.34 USD / kg (12,449.13 kg)14.07 USD / kg (15,634.13 kg)12.52 USD / kg (26,767.82 kg)- (-)14.89 USD / kg (24,898.26 kg)8.06 USD / kg (1,800 kg)
China-15.8%52.00 USD / kg (15,000 kg)- (-)- (-)2.46 USD / kg (8,001 kg)- (-)2.95 USD / kg (1,000 kg)
Uzbekistan-2- (-)- (-)- (-)7.88 USD / kg (486 kg)- (-)7.74 USD / kg (414 kg)
Chile+0.1%69.86 USD / kg (9,200 kg)- (-)9.84 USD / kg (13,600 kg)- (-)- (-)- (-)
Mexico-2- (-)- (-)0.27 USD / kg (2,212.87 kg)- (-)- (-)- (-)
Vietnam+282.1%2- (-)- (-)7.40 USD / kg (179.52 kg)- (-)- (-)- (-)
Dried Squash Global Supply Chain Coverage
36 companies
18 exporters and 18 importers are mapped for Dried Squash.
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Dried Squash Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals

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

Dried Squash Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles

Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 18 total exporter companies in the Dried Squash supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-07
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Logistics
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Dried Squash, Dried Bamboo Shoots, Licorice Root Powder +1
(Uzbekistan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-07
Industries: Food WholesalersCrop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingTrade
Exporting Countries: Germany, Turkiye, China, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Iran, Ukraine
Supplying Products: Raisins, Dried Squash, Onion Powder +5
(Dominican Republic)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-07
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: OthersCrop Production
Value Chain Roles: TradeFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: United States, Canada
Supplying Products: Fresh Eggplant, Fresh Chili Pepper, Dried Squash +5
(Argentina)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-07
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingOthersCrop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTradeFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: United States, Canada
Supplying Products: Dried Cassava, Dried Sweet Potato, Dried Squash
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-07
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: France, Netherlands
Supplying Products: Dried Eggplant, Watermelon Seeds, Dried Okra +5
(Peru)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-10-25
Industries: Crop Production
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: Spain, United States, Italy, Panama
Supplying Products: Fresh Onion, Fresh Squash, Fresh Pumpkin +5
Dried Squash Global Exporter Coverage
18 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Dried Squash supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Top Exporting Countries for Dried Squash (HS Code 071290) in 2024

For Dried Squash in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
RankCountryVolumeValue
1Germany21,284,597.125 kg163,824,307.151 USD
2United States22,691,919 kg161,284,372 USD
3Poland43,440,106.011 kg104,598,675 USD
4Netherlands23,405,472.892 kg98,890,864.872 USD
5Turkiye20,532,335 kg82,496,858 USD
6India45,547,716.073 kg58,626,293.13 USD
7Hungary18,976,335.91 kg43,713,444 USD
8Spain16,584,796.37 kg42,862,293.88 USD
9Uzbekistan57,493,898.726 kg33,743,243.94 USD
10Italy9,923,321 kg33,583,977.002 USD

Dried Squash Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary

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

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

Dried Squash Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners

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(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-07
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Germany)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-07
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: United States, Sri Lanka
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-07
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Philippines)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-18
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: OthersFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: -
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-07
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Spain)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-10-25
Industries: Food Services And Drinking PlacesCrop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
18 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Dried Squash.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Dried Squash (HS Code 071290) in 2024

For Dried Squash in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
RankCountryVolumeValue
1Japan31,544,005 kg246,504,307.981 USD
2United States56,547,666.571 kg243,111,859 USD
3Germany42,688,214.718 kg186,521,612.168 USD
4Israel31,278,997.217 kg144,059,000 USD
5Canada20,554,434.477 kg92,878,255.624 USD
6Netherlands33,066,887.524 kg81,619,620.773 USD
7South Korea15,066,210.531 kg68,880,183 USD
8Poland15,935,872.343 kg54,702,226 USD
9Spain39,659,214.03 kg53,712,535.005 USD
10Brazil21,406,495.785 kg51,448,651 USD

Dried Squash Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary

Analyze Dried Squash origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.

Classification

Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormDried (Dehydrated)
Industry PositionProcessed Vegetable Product

Market

Dried squash (dehydrated pumpkin/squash pieces or powder) is traded internationally largely within broader “dried vegetables” customs groupings, which limits product-specific visibility in many official trade datasets. Using HS 071290 (Dried vegetables, n.e.s.) as a practical proxy, 2023 trade data show China as the dominant exporter, with large import demand concentrated in Japan, the United States, and key European markets (with EU aggregates also reported in some datasets). Upstream raw material availability is supported by widespread global production of pumpkins, squash and gourds, with FAOSTAT identifying China among the largest producers alongside major producers in Eastern Europe and North America. Global market dynamics are shaped by dehydration processing capacity, buyer specifications (moisture/particle size/foreign matter/microbiology), and food-safety controls typical for low-moisture foods.
Market GrowthNot Mentioned
Major Producing Countries
  • ChinaLargest producer of pumpkins, squash and gourds in FAOSTAT reporting; provides a large raw-material base for dehydration processing.
  • UkraineMajor producer of pumpkins, squash and gourds in FAOSTAT reporting.
  • RussiaMajor producer of pumpkins, squash and gourds in FAOSTAT reporting.
  • United StatesMajor producer of pumpkins, squash and gourds in FAOSTAT reporting; significant processing capacity for pumpkin products in some regions.
  • SpainNotable producer of pumpkins, squash and gourds in FAOSTAT reporting.
  • TurkiyeNotable producer of pumpkins, squash and gourds in FAOSTAT reporting.
  • MexicoNotable producer of pumpkins, squash and gourds in FAOSTAT reporting.
  • BangladeshNotable producer of pumpkins, squash and gourds in FAOSTAT reporting.
Major Exporting Countries
  • ChinaTop exporter in HS 071290 (Dried vegetables, n.e.s.) in 2023; HS category includes multiple dried vegetables, so it is an indicative proxy for dried squash trade.
  • GermanyLarge HS 071290 exporter in 2023; may reflect processing and/or re-export activity within Europe.
  • United StatesLarge HS 071290 exporter in 2023; category-level proxy rather than dried-squash-specific trade.
  • PolandLarge HS 071290 exporter in 2023; European dehydration sector and intra-EU trade can influence reporting.
  • NetherlandsLarge HS 071290 exporter in 2023; consistent with trading-hub and re-export roles in dried ingredient distribution.
  • TurkiyeLarge HS 071290 exporter in 2023; regional drying industry presence (HS proxy includes multiple vegetables).
Major Importing Countries
  • JapanAmong the top HS 071290 importers in 2023; indicates strong demand for dried vegetables and ingredients (proxy category).
  • United StatesAmong the top HS 071290 importers in 2023; large ingredient and consumer market (proxy category).
  • GermanyAmong the top HS 071290 importers in 2023; also a major European distribution and processing market.
  • NetherlandsNotable HS 071290 importer in 2023; European gateway and redistribution hub dynamics can affect flows.
  • FranceNotable HS 071290 importer in 2023 (proxy category).
  • IsraelAmong the top HS 071290 importers in 2023 (proxy category).

Specification

Major VarietiesPumpkin, Squash, Zucchini
Physical Attributes
  • Low-moisture dehydrated pieces/flakes or powder intended to rehydrate during cooking or further processing
  • Color uniformity (typically orange/yellow for pumpkin-type inputs) and low defect/foreign matter are key buyer expectations
  • Cut style (dice, flakes, granules, powder) is a primary commercial differentiator in trade
Compositional Metrics
  • Moisture content and water activity targets set by buyer specification to maintain shelf stability
  • Particle size distribution (for powder/granules) and rehydration performance (for pieces/flakes)
  • Microbiological criteria per destination market and customer requirements (low-moisture food controls)
Grades
  • Buyer-defined grades typically specify cut size, color, defect tolerance, foreign matter limits, and microbiological criteria rather than a single global class system
Packaging
  • Moisture-barrier inner liners (often multilayer films) packed into cartons for export distribution
  • Bulk food-grade bags for industrial users; packaging is designed to minimize moisture pickup and contamination during handling
ProcessingDehydration concentrates solids and enables ambient transport, but product is hygroscopic and quality can degrade rapidly if exposed to humidityLow-moisture matrices can allow long pathogen survival; prevention of post-process contamination is critical

Supply Chain

Value Chain
  • Raw squash procurement (farm or aggregators) -> receiving inspection -> washing/peeling/trim -> cutting/slicing -> blanching (optional) -> dehydration -> cooling -> sorting/sieving -> packaging -> export distribution -> industrial use (soups, seasonings, ready meals) or retail use
Demand Drivers
  • Ingredient demand from manufacturers of soups, sauces, seasonings, and shelf-stable ready meals
  • Preference for ambient-stable vegetable ingredients that reduce cold-chain dependence
  • Conversion of seasonal production into a stable, transportable format with reduced shrink versus fresh handling
Temperature
  • Typically stored and shipped under ambient conditions; key control is keeping product dry and avoiding condensation during warehousing and container transitions
  • Heat exposure can accelerate quality loss (color/flavor) depending on formulation and packaging
Atmosphere Control
  • Barrier packaging to limit moisture and oxygen ingress; some supply chains use inert-gas flushing where oxidation-sensitive quality attributes are a concern
  • Pest prevention and clean dry storage are emphasized for low-moisture ingredients
Shelf Life
  • Generally long shelf life when moisture is controlled and packaging integrity is maintained
  • Moisture pickup can drive clumping, texture loss, microbial risk escalation, and off-flavors

Risks

Food Safety HighAs a low-moisture food, dried squash can support long survival of pathogens if contaminated, and the highest consequence events are recalls or import holds linked to inadequate hygienic control, insufficient validated microbial reduction, or post-process contamination. Low water activity does not guarantee safety; it can increase heat resistance for some pathogens, making validation and prevention of recontamination critical for internationally traded dried ingredients.Apply Codex-aligned low-moisture food controls: validated microbial reduction where appropriate, hygienic zoning and equipment design, robust environmental monitoring, controlled rework, and strict prevention of post-drying moisture exposure and cross-contamination.
Regulatory Compliance MediumPesticide-residue compliance can be a trade barrier: dried products can concentrate residues relative to fresh weight, and destination-market MRLs (Codex and national/EU standards) can differ, increasing risk of border rejections if supplier controls and testing are weak.Source from growers using documented GAP, implement residue-monitoring plans for key pesticides, and verify compliance against destination-market MRLs (and Codex where applicable) before shipment.
Trade Classification MediumDried squash is frequently captured under broad customs categories such as HS 071290 (dried vegetables, n.e.s.), which reduces transparency for buyers and can increase misclassification risk (tariff application, labeling, and documentation errors) in cross-border trade.Confirm HS classification with customs brokers and align product descriptions, ingredients/specs, and certificates of analysis to the declared code and destination requirements.
Climate MediumRaw squash yields and quality can be disrupted by drought, flooding, and heat extremes in major producing regions, creating variability in raw material availability and solids content that affects dehydration efficiency and finished-spec compliance.Diversify origin sourcing across multiple producing regions, maintain flexible specs for cut styles where possible, and contract for processing capacity with contingency supply planning.
Sustainability
  • Energy intensity of dehydration (thermal drying) and associated emissions footprint, especially where grid electricity is carbon-intensive
  • Packaging waste and recyclability challenges for high-barrier films used to prevent moisture pickup
  • Agronomic water use and soil management considerations in cucurbit production, varying strongly by region and irrigation practice
Labor & Social
  • Seasonal labor and occupational safety risks in harvest, trimming, slicing, and packing operations (knife work, repetitive motion, heat exposure near dryers)
  • Traceability and supplier-audit expectations (e.g., documented labor practices, grievance mechanisms) in global ingredient procurement

FAQ

Why is dried squash trade data often hard to isolate in global statistics?Many official trade datasets capture dried squash under broader headings such as HS 071290 (“dried vegetables, n.e.s.”), which groups multiple dried vegetables together. As a result, country trade rankings for HS 071290 can indicate where dried-vegetable trade is concentrated, but they don’t uniquely represent dried squash alone.
What is the most critical food-safety risk for dried squash in international trade?The key risk is pathogen contamination and survival in a low-moisture product, including the risk of post-process recontamination after drying. Codex provides specific guidance for low-moisture foods (CXC 75-2015) alongside general food-hygiene and HACCP principles (CXC 1-1969) to manage these hazards.
What are typical buyer specification checks for dried squash ingredients?Buyers commonly specify moisture and water activity targets, cut style and particle size (dice/flakes/powder), limits for foreign matter and defects, and microbiological criteria consistent with low-moisture food controls. Many also require documentation and testing relevant to pesticide-residue compliance against destination-market standards (Codex and/or national rules).

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Raw materials: Fresh Squash
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