Fresh Plantain Suppliers & Prices in United States — Market Overview 2026
Derived Products
Plantain Flour, Plantain Puree, Dried Plantain, Frozen Plantain
HS Code
080310
Last Updated
2026-08-10
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- United States Fresh Plantain market intelligence page includes 0 premium suppliers.
- 5 sampled export transactions for United States are summarized.
- 496 export partner companies and 51 import partner companies are mapped for Fresh Plantain in United States.
- Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- 5 export partner countries and 5 import partner countries are ranked.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-08-10.
Fresh Plantain Export Supplier Intelligence, Price Trends, and Trade Flows in United States
496 export partner companies are tracked for Fresh Plantain in United States. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to validate exporter coverage, partner quality, and route priorities.
Explore Fresh Plantain export intelligence in United States, including 5 sampled supplier transactions, monthly unit-price ranges, and partner-country trade flow patterns for HS Code 080310.
Scatter points are sampled from 10.7% of the full transaction dataset.
Sample Export Supplier Transaction Records for Fresh Plantain in United States
5 sampled Fresh Plantain transactions in United States include date, origin, and partner-country context to benchmark export prices and supplier trading patterns.
Fresh Plantain sampled transaction unit prices by date in United States: 2026-03-31: 0.90 USD / kg, 2026-03-20: 0.92 USD / kg, 2026-01-31: 1.81 USD / kg, 2026-01-11: 0.55 USD / kg, 2026-01-08: 3.03 USD / kg.
| Date | Reported Product | Unit Price | Exporter | Importer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-31 | PLA***** ***** ***** ** ******* ****** ***** | 0.90 USD / kg | (United States) | (Ecuador) | |
| 2026-03-20 | PLA***** ***** ****** ** ******* ****** ***** | 0.92 USD / kg | (United States) | (Ecuador) | |
| 2026-01-31 | PLA****** | 1.81 USD / kg | (United States) | (United States) | |
| 2026-01-11 | BOX** ** ***** ***** ********* ** *** | 0.55 USD / kg | (United States) | (United States) | |
| 2026-01-08 | PLA****** | 3.03 USD / kg | (United States) | (Puerto Rico) |
Top Fresh Plantain Export Suppliers and Companies in United States
Review leading exporter profiles and benchmark them against 496 total export partner companies tracked for Fresh Plantain in United States. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to shortlist sourcing and export partners faster.
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-10
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-10
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-10
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-10
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-10
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-10
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood Manufacturing
United States Export Partner Coverage
496 companies
Total export partner company count is a core signal of United States export network depth for Fresh Plantain.
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Annual Export Value, Volume, and Supplier Market Size for Fresh Plantain in United States (HS Code 080310)
Analyze 3 years of Fresh Plantain export volume and value in United States to evaluate supplier market growth, seasonality, and trade volatility.
| Year | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 30,289,547 | 36,545,607 USD |
| 2023 | 30,198,236 | 37,056,143 USD |
| 2022 | 27,177,671 | 28,236,121 USD |
Top Destination Markets for Fresh Plantain Exports from United States (HS Code 080310) in 2024
For 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 5 destination countries for Fresh Plantain exports from United States.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Canada | 27,500,867 | 33,137,592 USD |
| 2 | Turks and Caicos Islands | 865,652 | 1,234,775 USD |
| 3 | Bahamas | 751,306 | 1,014,740 USD |
| 4 | Cayman Islands | 359,302 | 439,202 USD |
| 5 | Mexico | 398,118 | 303,656 USD |
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Fresh Plantain Import Buyer Intelligence and Price Signals in United States: Buyers, Demand, and Trade Partners
51 import partner companies are tracked for Fresh Plantain in United States. 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 0.3% of the full transaction dataset.
Sample Import Transaction and Price Records for Fresh Plantain in United States
5 sampled Fresh Plantain import transactions in United States provide date, origin, and trade-country context to benchmark price levels and demand-side trading patterns.
Fresh Plantain sampled import transaction unit prices by date in United States: 2026-06-22: 1.61 USD / kg, 2026-06-09: 1.00 USD / kg, 2026-06-08: 0.57 USD / kg, 2026-06-08: 1.26 USD / kg, 2026-06-03: 1.00 USD / kg.
| Date | Reported Product | Unit Price | Exporter | Importer | Origin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-22 | PLA**** ****** *********** | 1.61 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2026-06-09 | PLA**** ********* ****** | 1.00 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2026-06-08 | BOX** ** ***** ***** ********* ** *** | 0.57 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2026-06-08 | PLA**** ****** | 1.26 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2026-06-03 | PLA**** ********* ****** | 1.00 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - |
Top Fresh Plantain Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners in United States
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them with 51 total import partner companies tracked for Fresh Plantain in United States. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate demand-side partner fit.
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-10
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-29
Recently Import Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Others
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-26
Recently Import Partner Companies: 2
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-10
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-10
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleOthersTrade
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-10
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
United States Import Partner Coverage
51 companies
Import partner company count highlights demand-side visibility for Fresh Plantain in United States.
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Annual Import Value, Volume, and Demand Size for Fresh Plantain in United States (HS Code 080310)
Track 3 years of Fresh Plantain import volume and value in United States to assess demand growth and market momentum.
| Year | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 509,711,383 | 402,981,606 USD |
| 2023 | 438,642,976 | 388,553,942 USD |
| 2022 | 387,156,684 | 260,737,924 USD |
Top Origin Supplier Countries Supplying Fresh Plantain to United States (HS Code 080310) in 2024
For 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 5 origin supplier countries supplying Fresh Plantain to United States.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Guatemala | 213,762,566 | 158,969,128 USD |
| 2 | Ecuador | 189,303,707 | 128,199,831 USD |
| 3 | Colombia | 76,628,234.117 | 85,299,031 USD |
| 4 | Mexico | 16,310,061 | 16,506,475 USD |
| 5 | Honduras | 4,540,456 | 4,018,616 USD |
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Fresh Plantain Wholesale Supplier Price Trends in United States
Track Fresh Plantain wholesale supplier price benchmarks and recent export price updates in United States.
Historical Fresh Plantain Wholesale Supplier Prices in United States (USD/kg)
Yearly average, lower, and upper Fresh Plantain wholesale prices with YoY changes provide benchmark data for supplier pricing and export competitiveness in United States.
Fresh Plantain yearly average wholesale prices in United States: 2021: 1.24 USD / kg, 2022: 1.49 USD / kg, 2023: 1.92 USD / kg, 2024: 1.78 USD / kg, 2025: 1.79 USD / kg, 2026: 1.67 USD / kg.
| Year | Average Unit Price | Lower Unit Price | Upper Unit Price | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1.24 USD / kg | 0.73 USD / kg | 1.68 USD / kg | - |
| 2022 | 1.49 USD / kg | 0.82 USD / kg | 2.76 USD / kg | - |
| 2023 | 1.92 USD / kg | 0.79 USD / kg | 2.76 USD / kg | - |
| 2024 | 1.78 USD / kg | 0.77 USD / kg | 2.76 USD / kg | - |
| 2025 | 1.79 USD / kg | 1.01 USD / kg | 2.59 USD / kg | - |
| 2026 | 1.67 USD / kg | 0.88 USD / kg | 2.29 USD / kg | - |
Latest Fresh Plantain Wholesale Export Price Updates in United States
Use the latest 5 updates to check current Fresh Plantain wholesale export price points and origin-level changes in United States.
Fresh Plantain latest wholesale updates by date in United States: 2026-08-01: 37.88 USD / kg, 2026-08-01: 38.00 USD / kg, 2026-08-01: 39.00 USD / kg, 2026-08-01: 43.50 USD / kg, 2026-08-01: 38.00 USD / kg.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | Origin Country | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-01 | Pla*********** * ******* ***** ***** ****** **** ******** ** ** ******** ******* ******* ******** ****** | 37.88 USD / kg | - | |
| 2026-08-01 | Pla*********** * ******* ********* ****** **** ******** ** ** ******** ******* ******* ******** ****** | 38.00 USD / kg | - | |
| 2026-08-01 | Pla*********** * ******* ******* ****** **** ******** ** ** ******** ******* ******* ******** ****** | 39.00 USD / kg | - | |
| 2026-08-01 | Pla*********** * ******* ********* ****** **** ******** ** ** ******** ******* ********* ******** ****** | 43.50 USD / kg | - | |
| 2026-08-01 | Pla*********** * ******* ********** ****** **** ******** ** ** ******** ******* *** **** ******** ****** | 38.00 USD / kg | - |
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Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFresh
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Market
Fresh plantain in the United States is primarily an import-dependent consumer market with year-round availability through retail and foodservice channels. Domestic cultivation exists but is limited and localized (e.g., small-scale commercial production in South Florida, and plantain/cooking-banana cultivation in Hawaii and Puerto Rico). U.S. market access and clearance are driven by USDA APHIS commodity- and origin-specific phytosanitary requirements (including the possibility of emergency Federal Orders) and FDA import controls (Prior Notice and FSMA FSVP). Postharvest quality outcomes in U.S. distribution are highly sensitive to temperature management and ethylene exposure, which determines green vs. ripe merchandising programs.
Market RoleImport-dependent consumer market (net importer)
Domestic RoleDomestic consumption market supplied mainly by imports; localized domestic supply serves niche/local markets in limited producing areas.
SeasonalityU.S. retail availability is typically year-round, reflecting continuous import sourcing; localized domestic production is more weather-sensitive in subtropical/tropical growing areas.
Specification
Physical Attributes
- Typically harvested and marketed mature-green; ripening may be applied depending on destination program and consumer preference.
- Common quality considerations include freedom from mechanical damage/scars, insect damage, disease, and chemical residues.
Packaging
- Commonly handled as boxed fresh produce for wholesale distribution; retail sale may be by individual fruit with PLU/labels (industry report).
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Export farm/collection → packing → refrigerated transport (often reefer ocean freight for imports) → U.S. port inspection → importer/wholesaler distribution → retail/foodservice
- Optional ripening step (ethylene exposure) for programs selling ripe plantains
Temperature
- UC Davis postharvest guidance lists 7.2–10°C for up to 7 days and 10–12°C for longer storage, with high relative humidity (90–95%) to reduce water loss.
- Ethylene stimulates ripening; plantains sold ripe can be ripened via ethylene exposure under controlled temperature/humidity per postharvest guidance.
Atmosphere Control
- Controlled-atmosphere guidance (UC Davis) indicates CA can delay ripening; an example target cited is ~2% O2 with 5–10% CO2.
Shelf Life
- Short-term storage guidance emphasizes temperature control; exposure to marginally low temperatures can cause chilling injury and quality loss per postharvest references.
Freight IntensityHigh
Transport ModeSea
Risks
Phytosanitary HighU.S. entry conditions can change quickly due to USDA APHIS pest/disease risk management, including emergency Import Federal Orders and country-specific restrictions. APHIS has issued Federal Orders related to Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. cubense Tropical Race 4 (TR4), demonstrating that Musa (banana/plantain) supply chains may face tightened import conditions depending on origin and pathway, which can delay or block shipments if not fully compliant.Before contracting and shipping, confirm origin-specific requirements in APHIS ACIR and monitor APHIS Import Federal Orders; align NPPO phytosanitary documentation and any required treatments/permits with the exact pathway.
Logistics MediumFresh plantains are cold-chain sensitive; port delays, reefer excursions, and ethylene exposure can drive peel browning/chilling injury or unintended ripening, increasing shrink and claim risk in U.S. distribution.Use validated cold-chain set points and monitoring, segregate green vs. ripening programs to control ethylene exposure, and build schedule buffers for port/inspection variability.
Food Safety MediumNoncompliance with FDA import requirements (e.g., missing/late Prior Notice or inadequate importer verification under FSVP when applicable) can trigger holds, examination, or refusal actions that disrupt time-sensitive produce.Implement a documented importer compliance checklist covering Prior Notice filing, supplier verification/records (FSVP as applicable), and broker coordination for entry data quality.
Sustainability MediumBuyer and NGO scrutiny of the banana/plantain sector can focus on pesticide management and worker safety; gaps in upstream practices can create reputational and customer-audit risk for U.S. import programs.Adopt supplier codes of conduct, require verifiable pesticide safety and worker protection practices, and consider credible third-party sustainability assurance where commercially required.
Sustainability
- High agrochemical pressure in banana/plantain production systems and related scrutiny of environmental impacts (runoff, biodiversity impacts) in supplying regions.
- Packaging waste and cold-chain energy footprint associated with refrigerated import distribution.
Labor & Social
- Worker health/safety and freedom of association concerns are widely discussed in the broader banana sector, including exposure risks tied to pesticide use; buyer due diligence may extend to plantain supply chains sourced from similar production regions.
FAQ
What are the key U.S. import compliance steps for fresh plantains?Confirm origin-specific plant health requirements through USDA APHIS import guidance/ACIR (which may include permits, treatments, and inspection conditions), submit FDA Prior Notice electronically for each shipment, and ensure the U.S. importer meets FSMA Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP) obligations where applicable. Shipments are subject to inspection at entry, and emergency APHIS Federal Orders can add restrictions on short notice.
What storage temperatures are commonly recommended to maintain plantain quality in distribution?UC Davis postharvest guidance lists 7.2–10°C for up to 7 days and 10–12°C for longer storage, with high relative humidity (about 90–95%). It also notes that ethylene exposure can be used to ripen plantains for ripe-market programs, while green-market programs should minimize ethylene exposure.
Are plantains in the U.S. typically sold green or ripe?Both. UC Davis notes plantains are harvested mature-green and may or may not be ripened at destination, and industry commentary describes steady year-round U.S. availability across retail channels with merchandising that can include green cooking plantains and ripe plantains depending on buyer programs.
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