265 exporter companies and 440 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
3,700 supplier- and manufacturer-linked transactions are summarized across the top 18 countries.
2 premium suppliers & manufacturers and 1 catalog items are currently listed.
Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2024.
Page data last updated on 2026-10-02.
Global Supplier & Manufacturer Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Frozen Plantain
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Frozen Plantain Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
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Top YoY shifts for Frozen Plantain: United States (-64.3%), Philippines (-51.3%), Colombia (+38.5%).
Frozen Plantain Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
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In 2026-04, countries with visible Frozen Plantain transaction unit prices: Peru (6.20 USD / kg), India (2.75 USD / kg), Ecuador (1.70 USD / kg), Mexico (1.35 USD / kg).
265 exporters and 440 importers are mapped for Frozen Plantain.
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265 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Frozen Plantain. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
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Frozen Plantain Global Supplier Catalog Offers and Export Pricing Opportunities
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Frozen Plantain Top Exporters, Manufacturers, and Supplier Profiles
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Top Exporting Countries for Frozen Plantain (HS Code 200899) in 2024
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Frozen Plantain Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Frozen Plantain Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
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Frozen Plantain Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-18
Recently Import Partner Companies: 4
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food Manufacturing, Food Services And Drinking Places, Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Panama
(Puerto Rico)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-22
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Food Packaging, Food Services And Drinking Places, Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Puerto Rico)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-09-02
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Sales Revenue: USD 50M - 100M
Industries: Food Services And Drinking Places, Food Wholesalers, Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-29
Recently Import Partner Companies: 5
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food Manufacturing, Food Services And Drinking Places, Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Puerto Rico)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-31
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 501 - 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Food Wholesalers, Land Transport, Others
Value Chain Roles: United States
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-24
Recently Import Partner Companies: 4
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food Manufacturing, Food Packaging, Food Services And Drinking Places
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Top Import Demand Countries for Frozen Plantain (HS Code 200899) in 2024
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Frozen Plantain Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormFrozen
Industry PositionProcessed Fruit Product
Market
Frozen plantain is a processed fruit product made from cooking bananas (plantains) and traded internationally in retail and foodservice frozen categories. Raw plantain production is concentrated in equatorial Africa and northern Latin America, while export-oriented processing is more visible in parts of Latin America/Caribbean and selected West African origins. Trade demand is closely linked to diaspora consumption, ethnic/Latin foodservice menus, and convenience-ready formats that reduce peeling and prep labor. Market performance is sensitive to upstream agronomic risks (notably banana/plantain diseases) and to downstream cold-chain reliability and energy costs.
Major Producing Countries
UgandaAmong the largest global plantain/cooking banana producing countries; production is largely domestically consumed.
GhanaSignificant plantain producer in West Africa; domestic staple with some processed/export activity.
CameroonImportant Central African producer; domestic staple, with processing potential near ports.
NigeriaLarge producer and consumer market for plantain; exports are not the primary outlet.
ColombiaMajor Latin American plantain producer; also associated with export-oriented frozen plantain processing.
EcuadorMajor banana/plantain producing country; also associated with export-oriented processing of plantain products.
Dominican RepublicCaribbean producer linked to supply of plantain products into North American and European markets.
Major Exporting Countries
ColombiaCommonly reported export supplier for frozen plantain products in trade statistics; verify latest ranking in ITC/UN Comtrade.
EcuadorCommonly reported export supplier for frozen plantain/banana-derived products; verify latest in ITC/UN Comtrade.
Dominican RepublicFrequently cited supplier for plantain-based frozen products to diaspora markets; verify latest in ITC/UN Comtrade.
GuatemalaRegional supplier of plantain products; confirm frozen-specific flows via ITC/UN Comtrade.
Costa RicaExport-oriented tropical fruit processing base; verify frozen plantain export flows in ITC/UN Comtrade.
GhanaWest African origin with processing/export capability; verify frozen plantain trade presence via ITC/UN Comtrade.
Major Importing Countries
United StatesLarge destination market for frozen plantain products serving retail and foodservice demand; verify latest in ITC/UN Comtrade.
CanadaImport market for frozen plantain products, especially in major metro areas; verify latest in ITC/UN Comtrade.
SpainEuropean destination market for plantain products; verify frozen-specific import flows in ITC/UN Comtrade.
United KingdomImport market linked to African/Caribbean diaspora demand; verify frozen-specific flows in ITC/UN Comtrade.
NetherlandsEU trade/logistics hub that may appear as an entry point in trade statistics; verify in ITC/UN Comtrade.
FranceEuropean destination market linked to Caribbean/African consumption; verify frozen-specific flows in ITC/UN Comtrade.
Supply Calendar
Equatorial Africa (e.g., Uganda, DR Congo, Ghana, Cameroon, Nigeria):Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecPlantains are harvested year-round in many equatorial systems; rainfall patterns can shift local availability and quality.
Northern Latin America (e.g., Colombia, Ecuador, Guatemala, Costa Rica):Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecYear-round harvesting supports continuous processing for frozen formats; storms and excessive rainfall can disrupt field access and logistics.
Caribbean (e.g., Dominican Republic):Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecTropical production enables ongoing supply; hurricane seasons can create episodic disruptions to harvest and export logistics.
Specification
Major VarietiesFrench plantain, Horn plantain, False horn plantain
Physical Attributes
Starchy, firm texture (especially when processed from green plantains) suited to frying and baking
Enzymatic browning risk after peeling/cutting if not rapidly processed
Free-flowing IQF pieces are often preferred for portion control and faster kitchen handling
Compositional Metrics
Ripeness stage specification (green vs ripe) to manage sweetness and post-cook texture
Piece size/thickness targets to control cook time and oil uptake during frying
Moisture management to reduce ice glazing variability and freezer burn risk
Grades
Cut specification compliance (slices, chunks, length/diameter targets as agreed)
Defect tolerance (bruising, black spots, fibrous core, peel remnants)
Foreign matter control and visual uniformity (color/oxidation) for retail presentation
Packaging
Retail sealed polybags for freezer display (often placed in outer cartons for export)
Foodservice bulk poly liners within corrugated cartons for distributors and kitchens
ProcessingIndividual Quick Freezing (IQF) to maintain piece separation and reduce clumpingOptional anti-browning dips and/or blanching prior to freezing depending on customer specificationGreen vs ripe inputs materially change frying performance and sensory profile in downstream use
Supply Chain
Value Chain
Raw plantain sourcing -> receiving inspection -> peeling -> cutting/slicing -> washing and optional anti-browning treatment -> IQF freezing -> packaging and metal detection -> frozen storage -> reefer transport -> cold storage -> retail/foodservice distribution
Demand Drivers
Convenience: reduced labor versus peeling and cutting fresh plantains
Diaspora and ethnic cuisine demand in North America and Europe
Foodservice menu usage as a side/snack component requiring consistent portioning
Temperature
Maintain continuous frozen chain (commonly -18°C or colder) through storage and transport
Avoid thaw-refreeze cycles that increase drip loss, texture damage, and ice recrystallization
Shelf Life
Shelf life is generally long when kept continuously frozen; quality loss is driven by dehydration (freezer burn), packaging integrity, and temperature cycling
Risks
Plant Disease HighPlantain supply is vulnerable to major banana/plantain diseases, particularly Fusarium wilt (including Tropical Race 4) and Black Sigatoka, which can reduce yields, increase production costs, and disrupt raw material availability for processors, tightening global frozen-plantain supply.Diversify origin sourcing, strengthen on-farm biosecurity and clean planting material programs, and prioritize disease-tolerant varieties and integrated disease management where feasible.
Cold Chain Reliability MediumFrozen plantain trade depends on uninterrupted cold storage and reefer logistics; power outages, port congestion, equipment shortages, or high energy costs can cause temperature abuse and quality loss or claims.Use temperature monitoring, validate reefer setpoints and loading practices, and maintain contingency cold storage/alternative routing for key lanes.
Food Safety MediumAs a ready-to-cook frozen product, inadequate sanitation during peeling/cutting or poor hygienic design can elevate contamination risks and drive recalls, particularly when products are used in foodservice at scale.Implement HACCP with validated washing/sanitation controls, environmental monitoring, and robust traceability/recall readiness across plants.
Sustainability
High fungicide pressure in some banana/plantain systems due to Sigatoka disease management, creating environmental and residue-compliance scrutiny
Cold-chain energy use and associated greenhouse-gas footprint for frozen distribution
Packaging waste (plastic films and liners) across global frozen supply chains
Labor & Social
Smallholder-dominated upstream production in parts of Africa and Latin America can involve income volatility and limited access to extension services
Seasonal and informal labor risks in harvesting and pack/processing operations, varying by origin and certification coverage
FAQ
How should frozen plantain be stored and transported?Keep frozen plantain continuously frozen throughout storage and transport (commonly -18°C or colder). Avoid thaw-refreeze cycles, which can damage texture and increase dehydration (freezer burn).
What does IQF mean for frozen plantain?IQF (Individual Quick Freezing) freezes pieces rapidly and separately so slices/chunks stay free-flowing instead of clumping. This supports portion control and more consistent cooking performance in retail and foodservice use.
Why do some frozen plantain products include citric acid or ascorbic acid?Some processors use citric acid and/or ascorbic acid as anti-browning agents to reduce oxidation after peeling and cutting. Many frozen plantain SKUs can also be additive-free, depending on the buyer’s specification.
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