Derived Products
Wasabi Powder
HS Code
070690
Last Updated
2026-07-15
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Fresh Wasabi Root market coverage spans 131 countries.
- 28 exporter companies and 21 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 180 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 5 countries.
- 1 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 2026-07-15.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Fresh Wasabi Root
Analyze 180 supplier-linked transactions across the top 5 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Fresh Wasabi Root.
Fresh Wasabi Root Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Fresh Wasabi Root to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Fresh Wasabi Root: Thailand (+128.0%), Japan (+14.2%), United States (+5.8%).
Fresh Wasabi Root Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-08, benchmark Fresh Wasabi Root country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2026-01, countries with visible Fresh Wasabi Root transaction unit prices: Japan (118.31 USD / kg), China (31.77 USD / kg), United States (1.14 USD / kg).
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Japan | +14.2% | 131 | 123.32 USD / kg (308 kg) | 122.82 USD / kg (412 kg) | 121.73 USD / kg (10,979.8 kg) | 135.06 USD / kg (356 kg) | 145.55 USD / kg (499.1 kg) | 118.31 USD / kg (344 kg) | ||||||
| China | -2.8% | 40 | 31.53 USD / kg (708 kg) | 31.53 USD / kg (198 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | 31.77 USD / kg (247 kg) | 31.77 USD / kg (384 kg) | ||||||
| United States | +5.8% | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | 1.02 USD / kg (1,060.25 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | 1.14 USD / kg (816.67 kg) | ||||||
| Thailand | +128.0% | 6 | - (-) | 18.70 USD / kg (1,000 kg) | 14.22 USD / kg (1,000 kg) | 18.70 USD / kg (2,000 kg) | 18.70 USD / kg (1,000 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| South Korea | - | 1 | - (-) | 2.60 USD / kg (330 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Fresh Wasabi Root Global Supply Chain Coverage
49 companies
28 exporters and 21 importers are mapped for Fresh Wasabi Root.
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Fresh Wasabi Root Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
28 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Fresh Wasabi Root. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Fresh Wasabi Root Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners
1 premium Fresh Wasabi Root suppliers include country, industry, and contactability signals to prioritize credible export partners faster.
Baoshan Wasabi Industry Development Co., Ltd.
China
Food Manufacturing
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Fresh Wasabi Root Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
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(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-15
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: India
Supplying Products: Fresh Wasabi Root
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-08-13
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Crop ProductionFood ManufacturingOnline Retail And Fulfillment
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: South Korea
Supplying Products: Fresh Wasabi Root
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-07-17
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Crop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingTrade
Exporting Countries: South Korea
Supplying Products: Fresh Wasabi Root, Wasabi Powder, Processed Wasabi Paste
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-15
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 501 - 1000 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
Exporting Countries: South Korea
Supplying Products: Fresh Wasabi Root, Herring Roe, Salted Herring Roe
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-26
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Online Retail And Fulfillment
Value Chain Roles: Others
Exporting Countries: United States, South Korea
Supplying Products: Fresh Wasabi Root, Wasabi Powder, Wasabi Mayo +1
(Thailand)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-30
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 5M - 10M
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood Manufacturing
Fresh Wasabi Root Global Exporter Coverage
28 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Fresh Wasabi Root supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Top Exporting Countries for Fresh Wasabi Root (HS Code 070690) in 2024
For Fresh Wasabi Root in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Netherlands | 190,199,200 kg | 170,153,611.316 USD |
| 2 | Italy | 77,851,352 kg | 106,200,495.935 USD |
| 3 | Mexico | 71,756,253 kg | 36,228,232 USD |
| 4 | United States | 24,483,006 kg | 29,934,115 USD |
| 5 | Spain | 32,011,541.26 kg | 29,409,296.137 USD |
| 6 | Poland | 37,908,031 kg | 28,700,576 USD |
| 7 | Canada | 22,897,937 kg | 25,324,060.5 USD |
| 8 | Hungary | 14,909,452 kg | 23,693,283 USD |
| 9 | Uzbekistan | 61,938,889.202 kg | 18,163,259.93 USD |
| 10 | Germany | 14,915,507 kg | 17,288,740.779 USD |
Fresh Wasabi Root Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Fresh Wasabi Root Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
21 importer companies are mapped for Fresh Wasabi Root demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Fresh Wasabi Root Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-09-12
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Air TransportFreight Forwarding And IntermodalLand TransportOthersShipping And Water Transport
Value Chain Roles: -
(Thailand)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-15
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking PlacesOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-12
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(India)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-15
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Crop Production
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-15
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, United States
(Japan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-15
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: India
Global Importer Coverage
21 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Fresh Wasabi Root.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Fresh Wasabi Root (HS Code 070690) in 2024
For Fresh Wasabi Root in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 73,880,889 kg | 77,332,662 USD |
| 2 | South Korea | 51,342,178.27 kg | 57,025,738 USD |
| 3 | Germany | 44,560,725.339 kg | 40,486,131.545 USD |
| 4 | Poland | 31,135,696.553 kg | 36,846,192 USD |
| 5 | United Kingdom | 26,929,099 kg | 34,481,459.886 USD |
| 6 | Canada | 29,035,262.741 kg | 34,005,817.584 USD |
| 7 | Japan | 45,130,543 kg | 32,240,259.178 USD |
| 8 | Netherlands | 26,080,693 kg | 27,187,134.98 USD |
| 9 | Romania | 25,866,462.479 kg | 23,750,317.73 USD |
| 10 | Slovakia | 25,512,041 kg | 22,260,971.622 USD |
Fresh Wasabi Root Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFresh
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupFresh vegetable (condiment rhizome)
Scientific NameEutrema japonicum (syn. Wasabia japonica)
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
- Cool, humid, shaded conditions; cultivation is limited by stringent environmental requirements
- Consistently moist conditions (often engineered to emulate shaded mountain-stream habitats in traditional systems)
- Temperature-sensitive crop; performs best in cool ranges and is stressed by heat and direct sun exposure
Main VarietiesMazuma, Daruma, Masamidori
Consumption Forms
- Fresh rhizome grated at point of use (sushi/sashimi and other Japanese cuisine)
- Processed products (paste/powder), noting many commercial products are blended and may contain limited real wasabi
Grading Factors
- Rhizome size and uniformity
- Firmness and freshness (avoid shriveling/dehydration)
- External appearance (clean surface, minimal blemishes)
- Absence of rot or disease symptoms
Planting to HarvestTypically ~18–36 months to harvestable rhizome size; can take up to about 3 years depending on cultivation system and conditions
Market
Fresh wasabi root (the rhizome of true wasabi, Eutrema japonicum) is a niche, premium fresh-vegetable item in global trade, valued for its distinctive pungency that is strongest when freshly grated. Commercial production is concentrated in Japan—especially traditional, spring-water terrace systems in Shizuoka—because cultivation requires cool, humid, shaded conditions and is difficult even in ideal settings. Outside Japan, true wasabi cultivation exists in a limited number of countries but is typically small-scale compared with Japan. A key market dynamic is authenticity risk: many “wasabi” products in foodservice/retail are commonly made primarily from horseradish with colorants rather than fresh wasabi rhizome.
Major Producing Countries
- JapanProduction is concentrated in specialized mountain-stream/terrace systems; Shizuoka’s traditional wasabi cultivation system is recognized by FAO GIAHS.
- ChinaTrue wasabi cultivation reported, typically smaller-scale than Japan.
- South KoreaTrue wasabi is native to and cultivated in limited contexts.
- TaiwanTrue wasabi cultivation reported, typically smaller-scale than Japan.
- New ZealandTrue wasabi cultivation reported, typically smaller-scale than Japan.
- United StatesTrue wasabi cultivation reported, typically smaller-scale than Japan.
Supply Calendar
- Japan (Shizuoka Prefecture):Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecYear-round production is supported in spring-water terrace cultivation systems; global supply is constrained by stringent growing requirements.
Specification
Major VarietiesMazuma, Daruma, Masamidori
Physical Attributes
- Fleshy green rhizome used as the primary commercial part; typically grated immediately before serving to preserve aroma and heat
- Slow-growing perennial; cultivation is limited by specific environmental requirements
Compositional Metrics
- Characteristic pungency is driven by volatile isothiocyanates formed when the tissue is ruptured (cut/grated); intensity declines with air exposure
Packaging
- Moisture-protective wrapping/packaging to limit dehydration and surface damage during chilled distribution
- Trimmed, cleaned rhizomes packed to minimize bruising and preserve appearance for premium channels
ProcessingPungency and aroma are most valued when freshly grated; processed pastes/powders may not reflect the sensory profile of fresh rhizome and are commonly blended with other ingredients in the market
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Cultivation in shaded, cool-water or moist-field systems -> harvest and trimming -> washing/cleaning -> chilled packing -> refrigerated distribution -> grating at point of use (foodservice/retail preparation)
Demand Drivers
- Premium demand for authentic “true wasabi” flavor in sushi/sashimi and high-end Japanese cuisine
- Global visibility of Japanese cuisine reinforcing interest in authentic ingredients, including wasabi
Temperature
- Quality is maintained by refrigerated handling and protection from drying; product value is tied to freshness and intact rhizome condition
Shelf Life
- Freshly grated wasabi paste loses pungency as volatile compounds dissipate; intact rhizomes retain quality longer than grated product when kept refrigerated and protected from dehydration
Risks
Climate HighTrue wasabi cultivation depends on narrow environmental conditions (cool, humid, shaded settings often associated with mountain streams), and commercial production is concentrated in specialized Japanese regions such as Shizuoka. Heat stress, water-quality degradation, and extreme rainfall/flooding can rapidly reduce yields and supply reliability, creating outsized trade and price impacts for a premium product with limited alternative origins.Diversify sourcing across qualified origins where available, monitor climate and watershed indicators in key producing regions, and use controlled-environment or carefully engineered water systems where feasible to stabilize supply.
Market Integrity MediumProduct authenticity is a persistent risk: many products marketed as “wasabi” are commonly formulated mainly from horseradish with green colorants, which can distort demand signals for fresh rhizome and create labeling/compliance exposure for buyers and brands.Specify botanical identity and minimum real-wasabi content in procurement specs; require verifiable labeling and supplier documentation for true-wasabi claims.
Shelf Life Limitation MediumValue is tightly linked to freshness and intact rhizome quality; dehydration, bruising, or delayed distribution can reduce sensory intensity and buyer acceptance. Once grated, pungency diminishes quickly due to the volatility of key compounds.Maintain tight refrigerated handling with moisture protection, minimize handling damage, and align distribution to deliver intact rhizomes close to point of use.
Sustainability
- High dependency on cool, clean, oxygenated water and shaded microclimates; warming temperatures and extreme rainfall/flood events can disrupt suitable cultivation conditions
- Watershed stewardship and biodiversity interactions in traditional terrace/stream cultivation systems (including FAO-recognized heritage systems)
FAQ
Why is fresh wasabi root considered rare and expensive compared with common “wasabi” condiments?True wasabi (Eutrema japonicum) is difficult to cultivate because it needs cool, humid, shaded conditions and is prone to disease, which limits scalable production and concentrates supply in specialized regions (notably in Japan). Many “wasabi” condiments are commonly made primarily from horseradish with green colorants, so fresh rhizome is a premium authenticity product rather than a mass-market substitute.
Where is true wasabi production concentrated?Commercial true-wasabi production is concentrated in Japan, with Shizuoka highlighted as a historic and prominent cultivation region in traditional spring-water terrace systems that are recognized by FAO’s Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS).
Why is wasabi often grated immediately before serving?Wasabi’s signature pungency comes from volatile isothiocyanates formed when the rhizome is cut or grated, and that intensity declines as the compounds dissipate when exposed to air. Grating at the point of use helps preserve the aroma and heat profile.
Sources
Fresh Wasabi Root Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: Japan, Netherlands, United States, Italy, Canada, China, South Korea, Mexico, Thailand, Spain, New Zealand, Poland, Vietnam, Germany, Hungary, France, Israel, United Kingdom, Belgium, Uzbekistan, Austria, Czechia, Slovakia, Romania, Morocco, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Ireland, Portugal, Guatemala, Sweden, United Arab Emirates, Turkiye, Senegal, Denmark, South Africa, Ethiopia, Croatia, Malaysia, Latvia, Kazakhstan, Lithuania, Australia, Ukraine, Norway, Switzerland, Serbia, India, Kuwait, Slovenia, Estonia, Myanmar [Burma], Oman, Finland, Pakistan, Costa Rica, Greece, Egypt, Luxembourg, Macedonia, El Salvador, Azerbaijan, Macao, Kyrgyzstan, Bulgaria, Maldives, Brunei, Albania, Armenia, Argentina, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Bahrain, Benin, Bermuda, Bolivia, Brazil, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Chile, Colombia, Cuba, Cyprus, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Fiji, Gabon, Gambia, Hong Kong, Honduras, Indonesia, Iran, Iceland, Jamaica, Jordan, Kenya, Cambodia, Laos, Sri Lanka, Liberia, Lesotho, Moldova, Montenegro, Madagascar, Mongolia, Malta, Mauritius, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Nicaragua, Nepal, Panama, Peru, Philippines, Paraguay, Qatar, Swaziland, Togo, Tanzania, Uganda, Uruguay, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Zambia, Zimbabwe
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