Sub Product
Conventional Frozen Banana, Frozen Organic Banana, Frozen Sliced Banana, Frozen Whole Banana
Raw Materials
Fresh Banana
HS Code
081190
Last Updated
2026-05-16
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Frozen Banana market coverage spans 137 countries.
- 415 exporter companies and 684 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 5,137 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
- 5 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 2026-05-16.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Frozen Banana
Analyze 5,137 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Frozen Banana.
Frozen Banana Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Frozen Banana to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Frozen Banana: Singapore (+227.6%), Thailand (+43.4%), Uganda (-27.9%).
Frozen Banana Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-06, benchmark Frozen Banana country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-11, countries with visible Frozen Banana transaction unit prices: Uzbekistan (8.24 USD / kg), China (5.61 USD / kg), Thailand (4.38 USD / kg), India (3.72 USD / kg), Chile (2.72 USD / kg), 13 more countries.
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vietnam | -6.7% | 485 | 1.33 USD / kg (418,608.84 kg) | 1.22 USD / kg (295,207 kg) | 1.23 USD / kg (429,780.08 kg) | 1.45 USD / kg (463,019.66 kg) | 1.38 USD / kg (410,691.54 kg) | 1.12 USD / kg (306,335.3 kg) | ||||||
| Philippines | -5.8% | 861 | 2.24 USD / kg (472,113.875 kg) | 1.72 USD / kg (635,167.762 kg) | 1.90 USD / kg (1,422,765.528 kg) | 1.67 USD / kg (1,539,944.086 kg) | 1.66 USD / kg (1,064,341.823 kg) | 1.49 USD / kg (1,085,759.653 kg) | ||||||
| Ecuador | +16.3% | 1,807 | 1.08 USD / kg (4,409,083.463 kg) | 1.06 USD / kg (4,435,814.551 kg) | 1.06 USD / kg (7,183,021.7 kg) | 1.11 USD / kg (6,973,816.37 kg) | 1.31 USD / kg (4,684,986.37 kg) | 1.09 USD / kg (4,923,634.3 kg) | ||||||
| India | +2.9% | 606 | 3.37 USD / kg (14,391.132 kg) | 3.40 USD / kg (48,949.63 kg) | 3.46 USD / kg (21,634.124 kg) | 3.24 USD / kg (16,553.678 kg) | 3.19 USD / kg (24,679.282 kg) | 3.72 USD / kg (34,000.222 kg) | ||||||
| Guatemala | +13.9% | 500 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 0.93 USD / kg (2,414,797 kg) | 1.67 USD / kg (2,651,297 kg) | 1.97 USD / kg (2,435,390 kg) | ||||||
| Costa Rica | +4.3% | 369 | 1.16 USD / kg (478,387.832 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | 1.09 USD / kg (740,334.995 kg) | 1.20 USD / kg (490,572.34 kg) | 1.09 USD / kg (784,163.727 kg) | ||||||
| Mexico | -16.5% | 98 | 1.53 USD / kg (108,999.65 kg) | 1.61 USD / kg (176,358.56 kg) | 1.43 USD / kg (59,165.121 kg) | 1.93 USD / kg (46,539.08 kg) | 1.67 USD / kg (421,737.819 kg) | 1.57 USD / kg (258,938.1 kg) | ||||||
| Argentina | -11.5% | 82 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 1.82 USD / kg (410,900 kg) | 1.68 USD / kg (323,336 kg) | 1.62 USD / kg (382,716 kg) | ||||||
| Uganda | -27.9% | 69 | 2.32 USD / kg (98,964 kg) | 1.96 USD / kg (127,296 kg) | 1.94 USD / kg (218,912 kg) | 1.44 USD / kg (298,660 kg) | 1.61 USD / kg (271,898 kg) | 2.07 USD / kg (152,032 kg) | ||||||
| Hong Kong | -4.3% | 42 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 2.10 USD / kg (192,654 kg) | 2.10 USD / kg (194,873 kg) | 1.94 USD / kg (192,026 kg) |
Frozen Banana Global Supply Chain Coverage
1,099 companies
415 exporters and 684 importers are mapped for Frozen Banana.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Frozen Banana, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Frozen Banana Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
415 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Frozen Banana. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Frozen Banana Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners
5 premium Frozen Banana suppliers include country, industry, and contactability signals to prioritize credible export partners faster.
Tam Ngoc Company Limited
Vietnam
Contact
Food ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Wholesalers
Productos Agropecuarios VISA S.A.
Costa Rica
OthersFood ManufacturingCrop Production
Paradise Ingredients, S.A.
Costa Rica
Beverage ManufacturingCrop ProductionFood Manufacturing
ATL GLOBAL
Vietnam
Food ManufacturingFood PackagingBeverage Manufacturing
BINGGRAE CO LTD
South Korea
Food ManufacturingBeverage Manufacturing
Become a Premium Supplier to join the Tridge Supply Chain Network and advance your marketing and export channel strategy.
Frozen Banana Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 415 total exporter companies in the Frozen Banana supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Peru)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-16
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
(Uganda)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-16
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingOnline Retail And FulfillmentFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood PackagingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: TradeFood ManufacturingDistribution / Wholesale
(Canada)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-16
Industries: Crop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
(Canada)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-16
Industries: Food PackagingFood ManufacturingBeverage ManufacturingAnimal ProductionCrop Production
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingDistribution / WholesaleFood Manufacturing
(Colombia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-11-12
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: OthersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: OthersFood Manufacturing
(Philippines)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-20
Recently Export Partner Companies: 4
Employee Size: 501 - 1000 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Frozen Banana Global Exporter Coverage
415 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Frozen Banana supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Frozen Banana opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.
Top Exporting Countries for Frozen Banana (HS Code 081190) in 2024
For Frozen Banana in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Canada | 195,517,335.305 kg | 468,003,289.412 USD |
| 2 | Poland | 142,971,740.684 kg | 310,453,221 USD |
| 3 | Chile | 80,562,413.923 kg | 262,980,494.81 USD |
| 4 | Malaysia | 22,183,621.13 kg | 219,577,919.281 USD |
| 5 | United States | 87,088,514 kg | 217,692,387 USD |
| 6 | Netherlands | 61,692,102 kg | 162,722,889.783 USD |
| 7 | Mexico | 54,359,794 kg | 144,154,393 USD |
| 8 | Belgium | 41,284,107.35 kg | 124,628,663.559 USD |
| 9 | Turkiye | 34,464,593 kg | 99,452,298 USD |
| 10 | Greece | 35,272,296 kg | 71,192,924.246 USD |
Frozen Banana Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
Track Frozen Banana exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.
Frozen Banana Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
684 importer companies are mapped for Frozen Banana demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Frozen Banana Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 684 total importer companies tracked for Frozen Banana. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-16
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Grocery Stores
Value Chain Roles: -
(United Kingdom)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-08-24
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-09-08
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Oman)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-14
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersGrocery Stores
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-30
Recently Import Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Food Services And Drinking PlacesOthersFood WholesalersFood PackagingFood ManufacturingBeverage ManufacturingGrocery Stores
Value Chain Roles: -
(Uganda)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-16
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingBrokers And Trade AgenciesBeverage ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
684 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Frozen Banana.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Frozen Banana buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.
Top Import Demand Countries for Frozen Banana (HS Code 081190) in 2024
For Frozen Banana in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 356,384,292.514 kg | 892,810,438 USD |
| 2 | Germany | 157,861,411.929 kg | 317,225,095.643 USD |
| 3 | Thailand | 77,512,099.282 kg | 221,866,150.09 USD |
| 4 | Canada | 99,549,358.874 kg | 193,929,557.613 USD |
| 5 | Netherlands | 89,654,029.086 kg | 191,312,370.958 USD |
| 6 | Japan | 59,853,387 kg | 191,175,251.523 USD |
| 7 | Australia | 46,880,366.67 kg | 175,731,686.895 USD |
| 8 | South Korea | 61,977,070.986 kg | 158,182,987 USD |
| 9 | Belgium | 54,932,910.46 kg | 134,449,841.973 USD |
| 10 | United Kingdom | 49,893,632 kg | 132,225,424.309 USD |
Frozen Banana Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
Analyze Frozen Banana origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.
Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormFrozen
Industry PositionProcessed Fruit Product
Market
Frozen banana is a processed fruit product typically produced in banana-growing tropical countries and traded internationally as IQF pieces, slices, or frozen purée for industrial, foodservice, and retail use. Upstream banana production is concentrated in major producers such as India, China, Indonesia, Brazil, Ecuador, and the Philippines, while freezing and packing capacity tends to cluster near export-oriented growing regions. Compared with fresh bananas, the frozen format reduces immediate ripening/shelf-life pressure but increases dependence on reliable freezing capacity, reefer transport, and destination cold storage. Global trade exposure is strongly shaped by plantation disease risks (notably Fusarium wilt TR4) and by logistics shocks affecting cold-chain freight and container availability.
Major Producing Countries
- IndiaAmong the largest global banana producers (upstream raw material base); much production is domestically consumed.
- ChinaMajor banana producer (upstream raw material base); domestic market is significant.
- IndonesiaMajor banana producer (upstream raw material base); mix of domestic use and processing potential.
- BrazilMajor banana producer (upstream raw material base); domestic market is significant.
- EcuadorLeading banana-producing/exporting country for fresh bananas; relevant upstream base for frozen banana processing.
- PhilippinesMajor banana producer/exporter; relevant upstream base for frozen banana processing.
Supply Calendar
- Ecuador:Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecBananas can be harvested year-round in tropical production zones; freezing smooths short-term seasonality but does not remove logistics and disease risks.
- Philippines:Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecYear-round production potential; export flows depend on cold-chain execution and port/shipping conditions.
- Central America (e.g., Guatemala, Costa Rica, Colombia):Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecYear-round production potential; weather events and port disruptions can create intermittent supply shocks.
Specification
Major VarietiesCavendish (AAA dessert banana), Plantain / cooking banana (AAB; used in some frozen products depending on end use)
Physical Attributes
- Typical formats include IQF slices/chunks, frozen purée, or block-frozen pieces intended for blending and further processing
- Cut surfaces are prone to enzymatic browning after peeling/cutting unless controlled through process design (e.g., quick freezing and optional acid/antioxidant treatment)
Compositional Metrics
- Sweetness and ripeness are commonly managed via buyer targets (e.g., Brix/ripeness window) rather than a universal global grade
- Piece size distribution (cut specification) and defect tolerances are common commercial parameters
- Food-safety specifications commonly include microbiological criteria appropriate for ready-to-eat frozen fruit ingredients
Grades
- Buyer specifications (format, piece size, ripeness, defects, foreign matter, microbiological criteria) are typical; there is no single universally used global grade standard specific to frozen banana
Packaging
- Bulk poly-lined cartons or bags for industrial users
- Retail freezer bags for consumer packs
- Glazing and moisture-barrier packaging are used to limit dehydration/freezer burn where applicable
ProcessingIQF enables free-flowing pieces for portioning and blending; block freezing is common for purée or consolidated packsFormulations may be unsweetened (banana-only) or include added sugar and/or acidulants/antioxidants depending on end use and labeling requirements
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Harvest (typically green) -> transport to processing facility -> washing/sanitation -> peeling/trimming -> cutting or pulping -> optional anti-browning treatment -> freezing (IQF or block) -> packaging -> metal detection/foreign-matter controls -> frozen storage -> reefer transport -> cold-chain distribution to retail/foodservice/industrial users
Demand Drivers
- Smoothie and beverage manufacturing (consistent year-round input)
- Bakery, desserts, and ice cream inclusions
- Retail frozen fruit blends and convenience-oriented home consumption
- Yield recovery and waste reduction by processing cosmetically off-spec but edible fruit into frozen formats
Temperature
- Continuous frozen cold chain is critical; temperature abuse increases dehydration, texture damage, and food-safety risk
- Storage and transport are typically managed at frozen temperatures (commonly at or below -18°C in commercial practice) with controls to prevent thaw/refreeze cycles
Shelf Life
- Frozen format provides a long shelf life under stable frozen storage, but quality deteriorates faster when exposed to temperature fluctuations or poor moisture control
Risks
Plant Disease HighFusarium wilt of banana (Tropical Race 4, TR4) poses a systemic threat to export-oriented banana supply chains that rely heavily on Cavendish-type bananas. TR4 can persist in soils and spread via contaminated planting material, water, equipment, or soil movement, creating long-lived production losses and triggering biosecurity restrictions that can disrupt raw material availability for freezing plants and exporters.Strengthen farm and facility biosecurity, source from multiple origins, require traceability and phytosanitary controls, and track adoption of resistant/tolerant varieties and clean planting material programs where available.
Logistics MediumFrozen banana is highly dependent on reliable freezing capacity, frozen storage, and reefer shipping; disruptions such as port congestion, reefer container shortages, or energy reliability issues can quickly impair export execution and increase spoilage or quality degradation risks.Contract diversified cold-chain logistics, maintain contingency cold storage, qualify alternate ports/carriers, and use temperature monitoring with corrective-action protocols.
Climate MediumBanana-growing regions are exposed to climate shocks (heavy rains, flooding, storms, drought/heat stress) that can reduce yields, disrupt harvest schedules, and damage transport infrastructure feeding processing facilities and ports.Diversify sourcing across climate zones, monitor seasonal climate outlooks, and evaluate farm-level adaptation practices (drainage, windbreaks, irrigation resilience).
Food Safety MediumAs a frozen fruit ingredient that may be used without a kill step in smoothies or ready-to-eat applications, frozen banana production must control contamination risks through strong sanitation, foreign-matter controls, and validated HACCP plans; failures can lead to recalls and import detentions.Implement HACCP with robust environmental monitoring where appropriate, strengthen supplier/field hygiene prerequisites, and apply validated cleaning/sanitation and foreign-matter detection controls.
Regulatory Compliance LowProduct claims and labeling (e.g., unsweetened vs sweetened, added acidulants/antioxidants, origin and traceability declarations) and additive compliance can affect market access and buyer acceptance in regulated import markets.Align specifications and labels to destination-market rules, document additive use against Codex GSFA and local regulations, and maintain auditable traceability.
Sustainability
- Agrochemical use and runoff concerns in intensive banana production regions
- Plastic and packaging waste associated with plantation protection materials and frozen-food packaging
- Energy and refrigerant footprint of freezing, cold storage, and reefer transport
Labor & Social
- Occupational health and safety risks, including potential worker exposure to pesticides in banana cultivation and handling
- Labor rights, wages, and freedom of association concerns have been documented historically in parts of the global banana sector
- Migrant and seasonal labor conditions in plantations and packing/processing facilities are recurrent due-diligence themes
FAQ
What is the single biggest global risk that could disrupt frozen banana supply?Fusarium wilt of banana (Tropical Race 4, TR4) is the most critical risk because it can cause long-lasting plantation losses and biosecurity restrictions in Cavendish-reliant supply chains, reducing the availability of bananas for freezing and export.
How is frozen banana typically manufactured for international trade?It is commonly made by receiving and screening bananas, washing and peeling, cutting or pulping, optionally applying an anti-browning treatment, then freezing (often IQF for free-flowing pieces or block freezing for purée), followed by packaging and strict frozen cold-chain storage and distribution.
What storage and transport conditions are most important for frozen banana?Maintaining a continuous frozen cold chain is essential; temperature abuse and thaw/refreeze cycles can degrade texture and increase quality and safety risks, so frozen storage and reefer transport controls with temperature monitoring are a core requirement.
Sources
Frozen Banana Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: Ecuador, United States, Netherlands, Philippines, China, Costa Rica, Colombia, Japan, Peru, Russia, Chile, Germany, France, Vietnam, Canada, Australia, South Korea, Belgium, United Kingdom, Mexico, Guatemala, Poland, India, Italy, Spain, New Zealand, Brazil, Norway, Denmark, Israel, Saudi Arabia, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, Malaysia, Ireland, Hong Kong, Uganda, Serbia, Ukraine, Singapore, Turkiye, Greece, Puerto Rico, Sweden, Lithuania, Austria, Portugal, Argentina, Finland, Switzerland, Indonesia, Egypt, Czechia, Hungary, Morocco, South Africa, Latvia, Uzbekistan, Croatia, Estonia, Guadeloupe, Bulgaria, Romania, El Salvador, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Martinique, Panama, Andorra, Albania, Armenia, Aruba, Azerbaijan, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Bahrain, Benin, Bermuda, Brunei, Bolivia, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Cuba, Cyprus, Dominican Republic, Fiji, Gabon, Honduras, Iran, Iceland, Jamaica, Jordan, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Laos, Sri Lanka, Liberia, Luxembourg, Moldova, Montenegro, Madagascar, Macedonia, Myanmar [Burma], Mongolia, Macao, Malta, Mauritius, Maldives, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Nicaragua, Nepal, Oman, Pakistan, Paraguay, Qatar, Slovenia, Slovakia, Senegal, Swaziland, Togo, Tunisia, Trinidad and Tobago, Taiwan, Tanzania, Uruguay, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Zambia, Zimbabwe
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