Parent Product
Frozen Tomato
Last Updated
2026-05-16
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Frozen Whole Tomato market coverage spans 17 countries.
- 93 exporter companies and 140 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 108 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 9 countries.
- 0 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 0; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- Page data last updated on 2026-05-16.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Frozen Whole Tomato
Analyze 108 supplier-linked transactions across the top 9 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Frozen Whole Tomato.
Frozen Whole Tomato Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Frozen Whole Tomato to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Frozen Whole Tomato: Vietnam (+349.5%), Turkiye (+67.2%), Colombia (+18.9%).
Frozen Whole Tomato Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-06, benchmark Frozen Whole Tomato country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-11, countries with visible Frozen Whole Tomato transaction unit prices: Mexico (2.01 USD / kg).
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | - | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 1.42 USD / kg (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Turkiye | +67.2% | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Mexico | -10.5% | 71 | 2.49 USD / kg (11,291.26 kg) | 1.51 USD / kg (4,077.8 kg) | 2.03 USD / kg (37,939.291 kg) | 2.51 USD / kg (94,451.201 kg) | 2.28 USD / kg (61,022.151 kg) | 2.01 USD / kg (18,026.81 kg) | ||||||
| Spain | +16.1% | 3 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 1.25 USD / kg (22,000 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Ecuador | +6.7% | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| United States | -3.2% | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 4.33 USD / kg (9,144.57 kg) | 1.83 USD / kg (9,072 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Italy | - | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 1.13 USD / kg (6,349.37 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Vietnam | +349.5% | 25 | - (-) | - (-) | 10.78 USD / kg (32,452 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Colombia | +18.9% | 1 | - (-) | 0.61 USD / kg (3,900 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Frozen Whole Tomato Global Supply Chain Coverage
233 companies
93 exporters and 140 importers are mapped for Frozen Whole Tomato.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Frozen Whole Tomato, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Frozen Whole Tomato Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
93 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Frozen Whole Tomato. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Frozen Whole Tomato Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 93 total exporter companies in the Frozen Whole Tomato supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Germany)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-16
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Freight Forwarding And IntermodalShipping And Water TransportFood ManufacturingFood WholesalersAir Transport
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / WholesaleLogistics
Exporting Countries: Turkiye
Supplying Products: Frozen Tomato, Frozen Bell Pepper, Frozen Whole Tomato
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-10-15
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 5M - 10M
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Mexico
Supplying Products: Frozen Tomato, Frozen Pumpkin, Frozen Whole Tomato +1
(Turkiye)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-16
Industries: Food PackagingBeverage ManufacturingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: TradeFarming / Production / Processing / PackingDistribution / Wholesale
Exporting Countries: Belgium, France, Netherlands, Ireland, Bulgaria, Australia, Canada, United Kingdom
Supplying Products: Frozen Tomato, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Frozen Whole Tomato
(Poland)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-16
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood ManufacturingFood PackagingBeverage Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: Ukraine
Supplying Products: Frozen Sour Cherry, Frozen Tomato, Frozen Whole Tomato
(Turkiye)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-16
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Industries: Food PackagingFood ManufacturingBeverage ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingDistribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: Netherlands, United States, Japan, Italy, Greece, Belgium, United Kingdom, Taiwan, Denmark, Canada
Supplying Products: Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Frozen Tomato, Fresh Tomato +2
(Turkiye)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-16
Industries: Food PackagingFood ManufacturingBrokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: TradeFarming / Production / Processing / PackingDistribution / Wholesale
Exporting Countries: United States, Italy
Supplying Products: Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Frozen Tomato, Fresh Tomato +2
Frozen Whole Tomato Global Exporter Coverage
93 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Frozen Whole Tomato supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Frozen Whole Tomato Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
140 importer companies are mapped for Frozen Whole Tomato demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Frozen Whole Tomato Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 140 total importer companies tracked for Frozen Whole Tomato. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Australia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-16
Employee Size: 501 - 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 500M - 1B
Industries: OthersFood ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-16
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Guatemala)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-12
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Sudan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-16
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food ManufacturingCrop Production
Value Chain Roles: -
(Italy)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-16
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 50M - 100M
Industries: OthersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Germany)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-16
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
140 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Frozen Whole Tomato.
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Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormFrozen
Industry PositionProcessed Agricultural Product
Market
Frozen whole tomato is a processed vegetable product traded as a cold-chain item for retail frozen aisles, foodservice, and as an ingredient for downstream cooking (soups, sauces, ready meals). Supply depends on the global tomato production and processing base, with major processing-tomato production concentrated in the United States, Italy, and China, alongside other Mediterranean and emerging processing regions. International trade classification is typically anchored in HS heading 0710 (frozen vegetables) with tomatoes commonly falling under the “other vegetables” subheading at the 6-digit level, while national tariff lines vary by jurisdiction. Market dynamics are shaped by seasonally concentrated harvests, processing/freezing capacity near growing regions, and cold-chain energy/logistics costs that can quickly change delivered economics.
Major Producing Countries
- United StatesMajor processing-tomato producer (notably California); strong industrial freezing and cold-chain infrastructure
- ItalyCore Mediterranean processing-tomato hub; large downstream tomato processing sector
- ChinaMajor processing-tomato producer with large-scale processing industry
- SpainImportant Mediterranean tomato-growing and processing region supporting frozen/processed vegetable supply
- TurkiyeSignificant Mediterranean production base for tomatoes and processed tomato products
- EgyptLarge tomato producer with growing role in regional processed/frozen vegetable supply chains
- ChileSouthern Hemisphere processing/produce window can complement Northern Hemisphere seasonality
Supply Calendar
- Italy (Mediterranean):Jul, Aug, SepSummer harvest supports processing/freezing runs; timing can shift by region and cultivar
- Spain (Mediterranean):Jul, Aug, SepMediterranean summer supply supports processing and cold-chain packing
- Türkiye (Mediterranean):Jul, Aug, SepSeasonal harvest aligns with broader Mediterranean processing schedules
- United States (California):Jul, Aug, Sep, OctLate-summer to early-fall processing season; relevant for industrial ingredient supply
- China (processing regions):Jul, Aug, SepSeasonal processing window; exact timing varies by province/production system
- Chile:Jan, Feb, Mar, AprSouthern Hemisphere window can provide counter-seasonal raw supply for processing
Specification
Major VarietiesRoma (plum-type), Round/globe (slicing-type), Cherry, Grape
Physical Attributes
- Whole-fruit integrity (low cracking and minimal bruising) is critical for frozen whole formats
- Uniform size improves IQF performance and downstream portion control
- Red color development (external and internal) is a key buyer quality cue
Compositional Metrics
- Soluble solids (°Brix) for flavor concentration and cooking performance
- pH/acidity for product stability and taste balance in downstream applications
- Color metrics (instrumental color or lycopene proxies) used in many industrial specifications
- Firmness/texture as an indicator of freeze-thaw eating and cooking performance
Grades
- UNECE FFV-36 fresh tomato classes (Extra, Class I, Class II) are commonly referenced as upstream quality language; frozen buyers also specify defect tolerances and size/count targets
Packaging
- Retail packs (bagged frozen tomatoes) and foodservice/industrial bulk packs are common
- Outer corrugated cartons with inner polymer liners/bags used for moisture control and cold-chain handling
ProcessingOften blanched before freezing to reduce surface contamination and stabilize color/skin; peeling may be applied depending on end-use specificationIQF is used where free-flowing whole pieces are required; block freezing may be used for bulk industrial applications
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Harvest (field or protected) -> rapid transport to plant -> washing/sorting -> (optional) blanching/peeling -> freezing (often IQF) -> packaging -> frozen storage -> reefer transport -> cold storage/distribution -> retail/foodservice
Demand Drivers
- Foodservice convenience and year-round menu stability
- Industrial use as a cooking ingredient for sauces, soups, and ready meals
- Reduced perishability versus fresh tomatoes and lower short-term waste risk when cold-chain is maintained
Temperature
- Continuous frozen chain is required; storage/transport commonly targets -18°C or colder depending on customer and local regulation
- Temperature abuse increases ice-crystal damage, drip loss after thawing, and texture breakdown
Shelf Life
- Shelf life is typically long when held continuously frozen, but is highly sensitive to temperature cycling and packaging integrity
Risks
Climate HighHeat waves, drought, and irrigation constraints in major processing-tomato regions (notably the Mediterranean and California) can reduce yields, shift harvest timing, and disrupt plant utilization rates, tightening availability for frozen formats that rely on nearby processing/freezing capacity.Diversify origin portfolio across hemispheres, build contracted volume with multiple processors, and use frozen inventory buffers to bridge seasonal and weather-driven gaps.
Plant Health HighTomato brown rugose fruit virus (ToBRFV) is a highly disruptive, mechanically and seed-associated virus that can cause severe crop losses and trigger phytosanitary actions affecting seed/plant material movements, raising upstream supply risk for processing and freezing operations.Require seed/plant health testing aligned with recognized protocols, strengthen greenhouse/field biosecurity, and maintain supplier traceability for rapid containment.
Food Safety MediumFrozen produce has faced high-impact pathogen events globally; if contamination occurs before freezing, pathogens can persist through frozen storage, creating recall and market-access risk for frozen whole tomatoes.Implement validated hygienic design, environmental monitoring, effective wash/blanch controls where applicable, and robust HACCP with supplier audits.
Energy And Logistics MediumFreezing, cold storage, and reefer transport expose frozen whole tomatoes to energy price volatility, refrigeration equipment constraints, and cold-chain disruption risk during port congestion or power interruptions.Secure cold-storage capacity contracts, use temperature monitoring and alarms end-to-end, and maintain contingency routing and backup power plans.
Regulatory Compliance MediumHS classification for frozen vegetables can vary at national tariff-line levels (including seasonal duty structures in some jurisdictions), and misclassification can cause delays, penalties, and unexpected duty exposure.Confirm classification with customs brokers using WCO HS anchors plus destination-country tariff schedules, and document product attributes (whole vs reduced size, blanching/steaming status) consistently.
Sustainability
- Water dependency and irrigation stress in key processing regions (e.g., Mediterranean basins and California) increases supply volatility and ESG scrutiny
- Energy intensity and associated emissions from freezing, cold storage, and reefer logistics
- Food loss and waste risks when cold-chain continuity fails
- Pesticide and nutrient runoff concerns in intensive tomato-growing systems
Labor & Social
- Seasonal and migrant labor dependency creates recurring risks of wage theft, unsafe conditions, and exploitation in some tomato supply chains
- Documented labor exploitation risks in parts of Southern Italy’s agricultural labor system (caporalato) have been associated with tomato harvesting
- Labor-rights remediation and monitoring initiatives exist in some producing regions (e.g., worker-driven compliance models in the Florida tomato sector), but coverage is not universal
FAQ
How is frozen whole tomato typically classified for international trade?It is typically classified under HS heading 0710 (vegetables, frozen), with tomatoes often falling under the 6-digit subheading 0710.80 (“other vegetables”) in the WCO Harmonized System. The exact tariff line can differ by country, so importers usually confirm the destination’s national extension in the local tariff schedule.
What is the single biggest global risk that can disrupt frozen whole tomato availability?Climate and water stress in key processing regions is the largest disruption risk because freezing supply depends on seasonal harvests feeding nearby processing/freezing plants. Severe heat, drought, or irrigation limits can reduce raw tomato supply and cut utilization of processing lines that produce frozen formats.
What are the main steps used to manufacture frozen whole tomatoes?A typical industrial flow is receiving and sorting tomatoes, washing, optional blanching and/or peeling depending on specification, freezing (often IQF for free-flowing whole units), packaging with foreign-body controls, and frozen storage before distribution through refrigerated logistics.
Frozen Whole Tomato Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: Mexico, United States, Turkiye, Italy, Ecuador, Spain, Japan, Philippines, Vietnam, Austria, Switzerland, Chile, Colombia, Hong Kong, India, South Korea, Maldives
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