Sub Product
Frozen Chopped Onion, Frozen Diced Onion, Frozen Onion Rings, Frozen Pearl Onions, +1
Raw Materials
Fresh Onion
HS Code
071080
Last Updated
2026-07-03
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Frozen Onion market coverage spans 130 countries.
- 463 exporter companies and 600 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 2,979 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
- 3 premium suppliers and 2 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 2026-07-03.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Frozen Onion
Analyze 2,979 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Frozen Onion.
Frozen Onion Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Frozen Onion to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Frozen Onion: Poland (-66.3%), Canada (-52.6%), Costa Rica (-32.7%).
Frozen Onion Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-08, benchmark Frozen Onion country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2026-01, countries with visible Frozen Onion transaction unit prices: United States (7.17 USD / kg), Vietnam (4.26 USD / kg), Thailand (3.97 USD / kg), Mexico (2.87 USD / kg), Peru (2.79 USD / kg), 6 more countries.
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| China | -2.3% | 1,737 | 0.58 USD / kg (3,490,893 kg) | 0.62 USD / kg (3,500,173 kg) | 0.74 USD / kg (4,336,923 kg) | 0.74 USD / kg (4,851,445 kg) | 0.73 USD / kg (4,291,566 kg) | 0.69 USD / kg (4,894,126 kg) | ||||||
| France | +16.5% | 5 | - (-) | 1.44 USD / kg (16,176 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | 1.45 USD / kg (2,640 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| India | -15.9% | 474 | 2.10 USD / kg (285,847.64 kg) | 2.07 USD / kg (306,746.52 kg) | 2.20 USD / kg (132,122.18 kg) | 2.15 USD / kg (280,195.5 kg) | 2.55 USD / kg (110,311.299 kg) | 1.95 USD / kg (48,766.946 kg) | ||||||
| Spain | +4.0% | 62 | 1.37 USD / kg (183,350 kg) | 1.43 USD / kg (236,112 kg) | 1.32 USD / kg (372,308 kg) | 1.24 USD / kg (108,888 kg) | 1.49 USD / kg (83,087 kg) | 1.40 USD / kg (171,740 kg) | ||||||
| Peru | +11.9% | 43 | 2.57 USD / kg (24,078 kg) | 2.60 USD / kg (8,656 kg) | 2.66 USD / kg (7,024 kg) | 2.70 USD / kg (24,826 kg) | 2.76 USD / kg (6,880 kg) | 2.79 USD / kg (12,448 kg) | ||||||
| Vietnam | -24.2% | 39 | 3.20 USD / kg (33,310 kg) | 1.83 USD / kg (38,769.1 kg) | 1.61 USD / kg (63,951.4 kg) | 2.12 USD / kg (55,658.32 kg) | 1.60 USD / kg (22,300 kg) | 4.26 USD / kg (5,333.28 kg) | ||||||
| Belgium | -11.9% | 28 | 2.69 USD / kg (9,180 kg) | 1.90 USD / kg (2,444.4 kg) | 1.73 USD / kg (107,480 kg) | 2.06 USD / kg (39,785.196 kg) | 2.47 USD / kg (19,299.4 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Mexico | +2.9% | 132 | 3.34 USD / kg (48,314.59 kg) | 2.80 USD / kg (22,769.859 kg) | 3.05 USD / kg (48,101.11 kg) | 1.11 USD / kg (4.08 kg) | 2.73 USD / kg (42,749.849 kg) | 2.87 USD / kg (45,097.611 kg) | ||||||
| Costa Rica | -32.7% | 28 | - (-) | 4.19 USD / kg (76.92 kg) | 4.47 USD / kg (20.82 kg) | - (-) | 3.65 USD / kg (13.54 kg) | 2.08 USD / kg (26.9 kg) | ||||||
| Egypt | -14.0% | 19 | 2.91 USD / kg (71,200 kg) | 2.91 USD / kg (89,360 kg) | 2.84 USD / kg (79,200 kg) | 2.77 USD / kg (136,500 kg) | - (-) | 1.70 USD / kg (86,110 kg) |
Frozen Onion Global Supply Chain Coverage
1,063 companies
463 exporters and 600 importers are mapped for Frozen Onion.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Frozen Onion, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Frozen Onion Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
463 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Frozen Onion. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Frozen Onion Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners
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Galina Gallo Food Production Complex
Egypt
ContactCatalog
BAN MAI A
Vietnam
ContactCatalog
JR Spices & Seeds
India
Food Manufacturing
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Frozen Onion Global Supplier Catalog Offers and Export Pricing Opportunities
Compare 2 Frozen Onion supplier listings by origin, Incoterms, minimum volume, and offer price to identify export-ready sourcing opportunities.
Frozen Onion Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 463 total exporter companies in the Frozen Onion supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-11
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Crop ProductionFood PackagingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingTrade
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-03
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-06
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTrade
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-23
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 5M - 10M
Industries: Crop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-03
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Animal ProductionCrop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingTrade
Exporting Countries: Vietnam
Supplying Products: Frozen Onion, Frozen Chopped Onion
(United Kingdom)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-03
Industries: Air TransportFreight Forwarding And IntermodalLand TransportShipping And Water Transport
Value Chain Roles: Logistics
Frozen Onion Global Exporter Coverage
463 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Frozen Onion supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Frozen Onion opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.
Top Exporting Countries for Frozen Onion (HS Code 071080) in 2024
For Frozen Onion in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Belgium | 397,979,500.95 kg | 514,095,000.313 USD |
| 2 | Mexico | 262,504,391 kg | 435,267,901 USD |
| 3 | Netherlands | 202,491,086.833 kg | 413,292,910.952 USD |
| 4 | Poland | 273,333,847.792 kg | 305,017,931 USD |
| 5 | Egypt | 121,954,626.149 kg | 198,734,881.705 USD |
| 6 | Ecuador | 101,479,515.52 kg | 194,154,386.73 USD |
| 7 | Turkiye | 42,673,323 kg | 95,105,649 USD |
| 8 | Portugal | 65,433,764.438 kg | 88,018,496.025 USD |
| 9 | United States | 46,294,651 kg | 69,993,527 USD |
| 10 | Guatemala | 47,688,035 kg | 68,196,018 USD |
Frozen Onion Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
Track Frozen Onion exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.
Frozen Onion Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
600 importer companies are mapped for Frozen Onion demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Frozen Onion Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 600 total importer companies tracked for Frozen Onion. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Philippines)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-21
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Belgium)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-03
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: -
(Brazil)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-03
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Brazil)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-03
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-27
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Russia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-03
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
600 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Frozen Onion.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Frozen Onion buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.
Top Import Demand Countries for Frozen Onion (HS Code 071080) in 2024
For Frozen Onion in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 526,312,184.571 kg | 882,414,752 USD |
| 2 | Japan | 361,430,774 kg | 610,809,447.852 USD |
| 3 | Germany | 204,034,343.025 kg | 285,360,413.457 USD |
| 4 | Belgium | 203,001,984.04 kg | 273,522,172.601 USD |
| 5 | South Korea | 327,077,381.197 kg | 259,444,363 USD |
| 6 | Italy | 138,519,713 kg | 257,744,818.172 USD |
| 7 | Netherlands | 89,016,823 kg | 142,147,603.564 USD |
| 8 | Spain | 100,641,233.74 kg | 135,874,376.823 USD |
| 9 | Canada | 72,873,261.34 kg | 113,688,854.377 USD |
| 10 | Sweden | 30,135,663.69 kg | 55,253,882.553 USD |
Frozen Onion Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
Analyze Frozen Onion origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.
Classification
Product TypeIngredient
Product FormFrozen
Industry PositionProcessed Vegetable Ingredient
Market
Frozen onion (typically diced, sliced, or chopped and quick-frozen) is traded globally as a processed vegetable ingredient used by food manufacturers and foodservice operators to reduce prep labor and stabilize supply. Upstream onion production is concentrated in major producers such as India, China, and Egypt, while processing/export availability depends on local freezing capacity, quality sorting, and cold-chain logistics. In public trade statistics, frozen onions are often reported within broader "frozen vegetables" groupings (e.g., HS 0710 subheadings), which can limit product-specific visibility and complicate exporter/importer comparisons. Market dynamics are shaped by onion crop volatility, energy and cold-chain costs, and trade policy actions taken by major producing countries during domestic price spikes.
Major Producing Countries
- IndiaAmong the largest global onion producers in FAOSTAT; domestic price stability policies can influence export availability of onion products.
- ChinaAmong the largest global onion producers in FAOSTAT; large-scale vegetable processing base supports frozen vegetable exports.
- EgyptMajor onion producer in FAOSTAT and an established supplier of onion products to export markets.
- United StatesSignificant onion producer in FAOSTAT; also a major destination market for processed vegetable ingredients.
- TurkiyeNotable onion producer in FAOSTAT; exports are sensitive to domestic availability and regional logistics.
Major Exporting Countries
- ChinaFrequently present among leading exporters across HS 0710 (frozen vegetables) groupings in UN Comtrade/ITC Trade Map.
- IndiaExports processed onion products; trade may be influenced by domestic market interventions during price spikes.
- EgyptEstablished exporter of vegetable products to Europe and other markets; frozen onion may be captured under HS 0710 aggregates.
- NetherlandsEU trade and distribution hub; frozen vegetable flows are visible in HS 0710 trade statistics.
- PolandSignificant EU frozen vegetable processor and exporter in HS 0710 trade data; product-level attribution may be aggregated.
Major Importing Countries
- United StatesLarge import market for frozen vegetables and food ingredients; demand linked to foodservice and industrial processing.
- GermanyMajor EU demand center for frozen vegetables and ingredients; imports often routed via EU logistics hubs.
- United KingdomLarge retail and foodservice market for frozen vegetables and prepared-food manufacturing inputs.
- JapanConsistent importer of frozen vegetable ingredients for processing and foodservice.
- South KoreaImporter of frozen vegetables for food manufacturing and foodservice; trade often recorded under HS 0710 aggregates.
Specification
Physical Attributes
- Common commercial forms include diced, chopped, sliced, and rings; buyers typically specify cut size and uniformity.
- Color and absence of excessive peel/skin, discoloration, or dehydration are common quality expectations.
Compositional Metrics
- Buyer specifications commonly reference solids/moisture balance and flavor intensity (pungency) depending on end use.
Grades
- Codex Alimentarius Standard for Quick Frozen Vegetables (CODEX STAN 320-2015) is a common reference point for quick-frozen vegetable product expectations in international trade.
Packaging
- Bulk foodservice/industrial formats commonly use polyethylene liners/bags inside corrugated cartons.
- Retail formats commonly use printed plastic bags for frozen vegetables, subject to brand and market requirements.
ProcessingIndividual Quick Freezing (IQF) is widely used to maintain free-flowing pieces; block freezing is also used for some applications.Blanching may be applied depending on customer specification and intended end use; temperature control is critical to limit quality loss (e.g., dehydration/freezer burn).
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Raw onion sourcing -> receiving and inspection -> washing -> peeling -> trimming -> cutting (dice/slice) -> optional blanching -> dewatering -> freezing (typically IQF) -> screening -> metal detection/foreign matter controls -> packaging -> frozen storage -> refrigerated transport -> industrial user/foodservice/retail distribution
Demand Drivers
- Labor-saving ingredient for foodservice and industrial kitchens
- Consistency of cut size and yield versus manual preparation
- Year-round availability buffering seasonal and regional fresh supply variability
- Integration into ready meals, soups, sauces, processed meats, and snack/side products
Temperature
- Frozen storage and transport typically require maintained sub-zero temperatures with strict cold-chain continuity to prevent thaw-refreeze damage and quality loss.
Shelf Life
- Frozen format offers extended usability relative to fresh onions, but temperature abuse can drive dehydration, texture loss, and off-flavors.
Risks
Export Restrictions And Policy Risk HighOnions are a politically sensitive staple in several major producing countries, and governments may impose export bans, quotas, or minimum export prices during domestic price spikes. Such interventions can abruptly tighten available supply for international buyers of onion products (including processed/frozen forms) and drive price volatility across substitute origins.Diversify approved origins and suppliers; structure contracts with contingency clauses; hold safety stock for critical SKUs; qualify substitute ingredients/specs where feasible.
Climate HighYield and quality of onions are highly exposed to heat stress, drought, excessive rainfall, and flood events, which can reduce processing-grade availability and raise raw material costs for freezing plants.Monitor agro-climatic conditions in major producing regions; use multi-origin procurement and flexible production scheduling; align raw onion intake specs with end-use tolerance.
Cold Chain And Energy MediumFrozen onions depend on continuous cold storage and reliable refrigerated transport; energy price shocks, power outages, or reefer capacity constraints can raise costs and increase the risk of quality degradation or loss.Audit cold-chain resilience (backup power, temperature monitoring); favor lanes and providers with strong reefer performance; require temperature logging and corrective-action protocols.
Food Safety MediumCut and processed vegetables increase surface area and handling steps, raising exposure to contamination and foreign matter risks if sanitation and controls are weak.Require HACCP-based controls, validated cleaning/sanitation programs, and robust foreign matter controls (sieves, magnets, metal detection) with supplier verification.
Regulatory Compliance MediumImport requirements may include pesticide residue compliance (upstream), allergen/labeling rules, and specific standards for quick-frozen vegetables; non-compliance can lead to holds, rejections, or recalls.Maintain an up-to-date regulatory matrix for destination markets; implement residue monitoring and supplier QA documentation; use third-party certification and audit programs.
Sustainability
- Energy intensity and associated emissions from freezing and cold-chain logistics; refrigerant management is an environmental hotspot for frozen supply chains.
- Food loss and waste risks if cold-chain integrity is disrupted (freezer failures, reefer delays), increasing the footprint per usable kilogram.
Labor & Social
- Seasonal labor exposure in harvesting and peeling/cutting operations; worker safety risks include repetitive-motion injuries and cuts from trimming/cutting processes.
- Migrant and temporary labor reliance in some production and processing regions can increase due-diligence requirements for suppliers and buyers.
FAQ
Why is it hard to find product-specific global trade data for frozen onions?Frozen onions are often recorded within broader frozen vegetable trade categories (for example, HS 0710 subheadings that can group multiple vegetables together). As a result, public datasets like UN Comtrade and ITC Trade Map may not consistently isolate frozen onions as a stand-alone line item across all reporters.
What are the main quality specifications buyers use for frozen onions?Common global buyer specifications include cut type and size (dice/slice/chopped), uniformity, color, defect tolerance (e.g., peel/skin and discoloration), and food-safety and foreign-matter controls. Codex guidance for quick frozen vegetables is frequently referenced as a baseline for product expectations in international trade.
What is the biggest global trade risk for frozen onions?The most critical risk is sudden export restrictions or policy interventions in major producing countries during domestic onion price spikes, which can abruptly reduce availability and increase price volatility for international buyers of onion products, including frozen forms.
Sources
Frozen Onion Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
Explore country-level Frozen Onion market pages for supplier coverage, trade flows, and price benchmarks.
All country market pages: China, United States, Belgium, United Kingdom, Germany, Netherlands, Indonesia, Mexico, Spain, Malaysia, Poland, Egypt, Sweden, Saudi Arabia, India, New Zealand, Vietnam, Israel, Costa Rica, Ukraine, Bulgaria, Peru, Japan, Latvia, Russia, France, Italy, Canada, South Korea, Ecuador, Philippines, Portugal, Turkiye, Thailand, Guatemala, Chile, Australia, Czechia, Austria, Honduras, Ireland, Denmark, Finland, Serbia, Romania, Brazil, Switzerland, Hungary, Greece, Panama, Croatia, Kazakhstan, Guadeloupe, United Arab Emirates, Uzbekistan, Slovakia, Pakistan, Hong Kong, Macedonia, Lithuania, Norway, South Africa, Kuwait, Morocco, Singapore, El Salvador, Paraguay, Luxembourg, Slovenia, Martinique, Andorra, Albania, Armenia, Argentina, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Bahrain, Benin, Bermuda, Brunei, Bolivia, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Colombia, Cuba, Cyprus, Dominican Republic, Estonia, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gabon, Gambia, Iran, Iceland, Jamaica, Jordan, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, Lebanon, Sri Lanka, Liberia, Moldova, Montenegro, Madagascar, Myanmar [Burma], Mongolia, Macao, Malta, Mauritius, Maldives, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Nicaragua, Oman, Qatar, Senegal, Swaziland, Tunisia, Tanzania, Uganda, Uruguay, Zambia
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Raw materials: Fresh Onion
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