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Fudge Suppliers, Trade & Prices — Market Overview 2026

Sub Product
Caramel Fudge, Cherry Fudge, Chocolate Fudge, Chocolate Mint Fudge, +6
Raw Materials
Cow Milk, Cow Milk Butter, Heavy Cream, Pure Cocoa Powder, +3
HS Code
170490
Last Updated
2026-09-13
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
  • Fudge market coverage spans 144 countries.
  • 1,161 exporter companies and 1,654 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
  • 988 supplier- and manufacturer-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
  • Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2024.
  • Page data last updated on 2026-09-13.

Global Supplier & Manufacturer Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Fudge

Analyze 988 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Fudge.

Fudge Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum

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Top YoY shifts for Fudge: Turkiye (-76.7%), United Kingdom (+71.1%), Italy (-51.3%).

Fudge Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary

As of 2025-10, benchmark Fudge country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2026-03, countries with visible Fudge transaction unit prices: United Kingdom (37.13 USD / kg), Japan (7.82 USD / kg), Poland (6.32 USD / kg), United States (6.11 USD / kg), India (5.60 USD / kg), 5 more countries.
CountryYoY ChangeTransaction Count2025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-042026-052026-062026-072026-082026-09
United States-21.0%1175.25 USD / kg (46,910.4 kg)6.16 USD / kg (16,125.79 kg)9.02 USD / kg (34,150.65 kg)7.76 USD / kg (1,900.86 kg)5.61 USD / kg (16,128.682 kg)6.11 USD / kg (9,801.2 kg)
Japan-3.9%416.71 USD / kg (7,710.5 kg)8.05 USD / kg (11,476.56 kg)12.01 USD / kg (1,456.41 kg)9.87 USD / kg (1,084.8 kg)8.96 USD / kg (1,059.96 kg)7.82 USD / kg (1,354.8 kg)
India+6.8%2986.15 USD / kg (14,566 kg)4.69 USD / kg (2,620.32 kg)4.49 USD / kg (10,371.7 kg)4.77 USD / kg (22,826.92 kg)4.63 USD / kg (41,638.464 kg)5.60 USD / kg (21,996.116 kg)
Poland-6.1%523.24 USD / kg (81,894 kg)4.18 USD / kg (28,460.8 kg)4.08 USD / kg (73,680 kg)2.36 USD / kg (101,966 kg)4.08 USD / kg (43,399.5 kg)6.32 USD / kg (317.75 kg)
Italy-51.3%503.84 USD / kg (181,571 kg)3.57 USD / kg (151,154 kg)4.21 USD / kg (115,633 kg)4.20 USD / kg (80,670 kg)3.31 USD / kg (2,683 kg)- (-)
United Kingdom+71.1%4618.53 USD / kg (11,392.78 kg)7.38 USD / kg (19,349 kg)2.85 USD / kg (-)28.29 USD / kg (3,577.25 kg)16.06 USD / kg (1,932.85 kg)37.13 USD / kg (447.25 kg)
China-26.7%444.16 USD / kg (36,321.599 kg)3.07 USD / kg (27,188.121 kg)3.83 USD / kg (41,290.601 kg)3.27 USD / kg (42,403.16 kg)3.57 USD / kg (72,791.72 kg)4.34 USD / kg (14,342.4 kg)
Vietnam+15.8%182.49 USD / kg (10,962.92 kg)3.38 USD / kg (7,919.52 kg)3.11 USD / kg (9,280 kg)3.40 USD / kg (9,849.6 kg)- (-)3.40 USD / kg (9,120 kg)
Brazil+9.8%82.11 USD / kg (2,808 kg)- (-)2.13 USD / kg (10,972.8 kg)2.13 USD / kg (21,254.4 kg)- (-)- (-)
Mexico-50.2%802.96 USD / kg (115,515.18 kg)3.85 USD / kg (10,233.34 kg)2.17 USD / kg (1,952.2 kg)0.56 USD / kg (11,635 kg)1.00 USD / kg (16 kg)1.78 USD / kg (26 kg)
Fudge Global Supply Chain Coverage
2,815 companies
1,161 exporters and 1,654 importers are mapped for Fudge.
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Fudge Export Supplier & Manufacturer Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals

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Fudge Top Exporters, Manufacturers, and Supplier Profiles

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(Poland)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-27
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: United States, India
Supplying Products: Fudge, Vanilla Fudge, Classic Butter Fudge +1
(Turkiye)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-10-08
Recently Export Partner Companies: 65
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 50M - 100M
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates, Czechia, Egypt, Syria, Ukraine, Poland, Israel, South Africa, South Sudan
Supplying Products: Fudge, Hard Candy, Brown Sugar +5
(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-13
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Nicaragua, Mexico, Australia, United Arab Emirates, Israel, Panama, Costa Rica, Canada, Guatemala, United States
Supplying Products: Chewing Gum, Caramel I – Plain Caramel, Hard Candy +5
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-30
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: Philippines, South Korea
Supplying Products: Fudge, Jelly and Gummy Candy, Chewy Candy +5
(Netherlands)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-18
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Mexico, Turkiye, India, Philippines, Ukraine, United States, Russia
Supplying Products: Fudge, Dragees, Chewy Candy +5
(South Africa)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-13
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingOthers
Exporting Countries: South Africa, Lesotho, Malawi, Botswana, Namibia
Supplying Products: Fudge, Tomato Sauce, Mayonnaise +5
Fudge Global Exporter Coverage
1,161 companies
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Top Exporting Countries for Fudge (HS Code 170490) in 2024

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RankCountryVolumeValue
1Germany784,951,938.834 kg4,942,733,214.455 USD
2Poland348,753,214.024 kg2,598,148,761 USD
3Italy336,351,039 kg2,502,291,426.422 USD
4Belgium367,866,741.258 kg2,320,998,482.358 USD
5Netherlands337,641,682 kg2,083,475,334.825 USD
6United States339,356,046 kg1,917,574,412 USD
7Mexico526,707,875 kg1,700,392,379 USD
8Canada255,760,653 kg1,442,733,909.678 USD
9Turkiye448,940,955 kg1,424,505,871 USD
10Spain285,174,989.823 kg1,241,646,175.549 USD

Fudge Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary

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Fudge Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks

1,654 importer companies are mapped for Fudge demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.

Fudge Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners

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(India)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-22
Recently Import Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(India)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-27
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood WholesalersOnline Retail And Fulfillment
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-23
Recently Import Partner Companies: 2
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-30
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-18
Recently Import Partner Companies: 2
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 500M - 1B
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Vietnam, Ecuador, Mexico
(Namibia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-13
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingBrokers And Trade AgenciesFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
1,654 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Fudge.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Fudge (HS Code 170490) in 2024

For Fudge in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
RankCountryVolumeValue
1United States1,077,463,965.154 kg5,108,802,302 USD
2Germany396,411,365.74 kg2,577,900,032.266 USD
3Netherlands308,306,770.225 kg1,773,229,816.963 USD
4Canada249,181,321.047 kg1,392,595,486.72 USD
5Poland160,642,734.265 kg901,697,046 USD
6Belgium146,957,094.306 kg876,699,045.579 USD
7Sweden134,915,502.679 kg674,655,429.435 USD
8Italy94,931,956.402 kg595,383,942.664 USD
9Australia95,770,968.575 kg593,247,401.617 USD
10South Korea76,930,592.469 kg479,086,438 USD

Fudge Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary

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Classification

Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormShelf-stable
Industry PositionConsumer Packaged Food

Market

Fudge is a sugar confectionery product typically manufactured by concentrated sugar-and-dairy cooking followed by controlled cooling/crystallization to achieve a characteristic chewy or short texture. Global production is widely distributed across countries with large confectionery manufacturing bases, and international trade is generally captured within broader sugar confectionery trade classifications rather than as a distinct commodity line. Trade dynamics are influenced by input costs (notably sugar and dairy), brand-led differentiation (flavors, inclusions, gifting formats), and seasonal demand peaks tied to holidays. Shelf-stable logistics support long-distance trade, but heat and moisture sensitivity can still affect quality and returns.
Market GrowthNot Mentioned
Major Producing Countries
  • United StatesLarge confectionery manufacturing base with significant domestic consumption and exports across multiple confectionery categories.
  • GermanyMajor confectionery manufacturing and intra-European trade hub; often appears among leading exporters in sugar confectionery trade datasets.
  • United KingdomSignificant confectionery production and branded retail distribution; strong gifting and seasonal confectionery culture.
  • BelgiumNotable confectionery and chocolate sector; relevant for chocolate-coated or cocoa-containing fudge variants and re-export channels.
  • ChinaLarge-scale confectionery manufacturing capacity; participates in global sugar confectionery exports across varied product types.
  • MexicoImportant confectionery producer and exporter within the Americas; visible in sugar confectionery trade flows.
Major Exporting Countries
  • GermanyFrequently among leading exporters in sugar confectionery trade (HS 1704) used as a proxy category for fudge trade visibility.
  • BelgiumExports confectionery and chocolate-adjacent products; relevant for cocoa-containing confectionery supply chains.
  • NetherlandsMajor European logistics and re-export hub for packaged foods including confectionery.
  • ChinaLarge exporter base for sugar confectionery (HS 1704) and related packaged sweets.
  • MexicoKey exporter to North American and regional markets in sugar confectionery trade categories.
  • United StatesExports branded confectionery products to multiple regions; trade reflected within broader confectionery categories.
Major Importing Countries
  • United StatesOne of the largest import markets for packaged confectionery; imports span premium and mass-market confectionery categories.
  • United KingdomHigh confectionery consumption market with substantial imports of packaged sweets and seasonal assortments.
  • GermanyMajor intra-European importer and distributor; import volumes reflect both domestic demand and re-distribution.
  • FranceSignificant consumer market for confectionery; imports include branded and seasonal confectionery assortments.
  • CanadaImports packaged confectionery across multiple segments; demand influenced by retail assortment and seasonal gifting.
  • JapanPremium confectionery market with imports of specialty sweets and gift-oriented products.

Specification

Major VarietiesChocolate fudge, Vanilla/cream fudge, Salted caramel fudge, Maple fudge, Peanut butter or nut-inclusion fudge, Chocolate-coated or cocoa-containing fudge pieces
Physical Attributes
  • Soft to semi-firm texture ranging from creamy/chewy to short/crumbly depending on crystallization and formulation
  • High sugar and dairy solids matrix with optional inclusions (nuts, cookie pieces) affecting bite and breakage
  • Heat sensitivity leading to softening or shape deformation in warm conditions
Compositional Metrics
  • Moisture and water-activity targets are used to manage texture stability and microbial risk in shelf-stable distribution
  • Particle size and crystallization control influence perceived smoothness and graininess
  • Allergen status (milk; may include nuts/soy/egg) is a common buyer specification parameter
Grades
  • Buyer specifications typically define piece weight/size, texture (chewy vs. short), inclusion content, and sensory profile rather than a universal international grade system
  • Retail-ready vs. bulk/foodservice formats often use separate specification sheets (pack integrity, breakage tolerance, labeling, and allergen declarations)
Packaging
  • Individually flow-wrapped pieces in cartons or pouches for retail and travel gifting
  • Assortment boxes and gift tins for seasonal sales
  • Bulk corrugated cartons with food-grade liners for wholesale, private label, or foodservice
ProcessingBatch cooking/concentration followed by controlled cooling and agitation to manage sugar crystallization and final textureOptional enrobing/coating or inclusion mixing steps that add cross-contact allergen complexityPackaging barrier performance (moisture/oxygen) influences texture retention and shelf stability in international distribution

Supply Chain

Value Chain
  • Ingredient procurement (sugar, dairy ingredients, fats, flavors, inclusions) -> batching and mixing -> cooking/concentration -> cooling and controlled crystallization -> forming (slab/cutting or depositing) -> packaging -> metal detection/foreign-body control -> ambient distribution and retail
Demand Drivers
  • Seasonal gifting and holiday assortments (year-end holidays, Valentine’s, Easter in many markets)
  • Indulgence and premiumization (artisan-style, specialty flavors, inclusion-rich formats)
  • Private label and value packs in modern retail
Temperature
  • Ambient distribution is typical, but temperature control may be required in hot climates to reduce softening, oil separation, and packaging deformation
  • Moisture control is important to prevent stickiness and texture drift over shelf life
Atmosphere Control
  • Moisture- and oxygen-barrier packaging is commonly used to stabilize texture and flavor; some producers use inert-gas flushing for quality retention in sealed packs
Shelf Life
  • Shelf life varies materially by formulation (dairy/fat composition, inclusions), moisture management, and packaging barrier performance; wrapped retail products are designed for multi-week to multi-month ambient storage depending on specifications

Risks

Input Commodity Volatility HighFudge cost structures are highly exposed to global sugar and dairy ingredient price swings, which can be driven by weather shocks, energy costs, and policy measures in major producing regions. Rapid input inflation can disrupt manufacturing margins, trigger reformulation pressure, and increase trade price volatility for finished confectionery shipments.Diversify approved suppliers across regions, use contract/hedging where available, and qualify multiple formulations/pack sizes to manage price shocks without compromising compliance.
Food Safety MediumAlthough confectionery is often shelf-stable, risks remain from allergen cross-contact (milk, nuts, soy), foreign-body contamination, and sanitation failures leading to recalls and import rejections.Implement HACCP-based controls, validated allergen changeover procedures, and robust foreign-body detection (sieving, magnets, metal detection/X-ray as appropriate).
Regulatory Compliance MediumSugar reduction policies, front-of-pack labeling regimes, and additive/ingredient restrictions can change market access requirements and force rapid label or formulation updates for exported confectionery products.Maintain a regulatory watchlist for key import markets and keep label masters and formulations adaptable for multi-market compliance.
Logistics LowHeat exposure and humidity during transport or retail handling can cause softening, stickiness, fat separation, and packaging deformation, increasing returns and reducing consumer acceptance.Use appropriate barrier packaging, specify heat-protection measures in warm-lane shipping, and validate stability under realistic distribution conditions.
Sustainability
  • Sugar supply environmental footprint (land and water impacts in major cane/beet producing regions) affecting ingredient sourcing strategies
  • Dairy-related climate footprint considerations (methane and energy intensity) for dairy-rich fudge formulations
  • Cocoa sustainability and deforestation concerns for chocolate fudge variants and chocolate-coated formats
  • Packaging waste reduction pressure (single-serve wraps, multilayer films) in confectionery retail formats
Labor & Social
  • Cocoa supply chain labor risks (including child labor concerns) for cocoa-containing fudge variants, requiring due diligence in sourcing programs
  • Seasonal and migrant labor considerations in upstream agricultural inputs (sugarcane and some nut supply chains) that can trigger social-compliance audits

FAQ

Is fudge generally suitable for long-distance international shipping?Yes—fudge is typically distributed as a shelf-stable confectionery product, which supports international shipping. However, it remains sensitive to heat and moisture, so packaging barrier performance and warm-climate handling controls are important to protect texture and appearance.
What are the main food safety concerns for fudge in global trade?Key concerns include allergen management (especially milk, and sometimes nuts or soy), foreign-body control, and sanitation programs that prevent contamination. Many manufacturers manage these risks through HACCP-based systems and foreign-body detection steps before shipment.
Why can fudge pricing be volatile for manufacturers and buyers?Fudge formulations are heavily dependent on sugar and dairy ingredients, so global swings in those input markets can quickly affect production costs and export pricing. Producers often mitigate this by diversifying suppliers and maintaining flexible formulations and pack formats.

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