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Ginger Ale South Korea Market Overview 2026

Raw Materials
Carbon Dioxide, Citric Acid, Dried Ginger, Ginger Extract, +2
HS Code
220210
Last Updated
2026-05-23
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
  • South Korea Ginger Ale market intelligence page includes 0 premium suppliers & manufacturers.
  • 0 sampled export transactions for South Korea are summarized.
  • 0 export partner companies (including manufacturers) and 1 import partner companies are mapped for Ginger Ale in South Korea.
  • Wholesale sample entries: 0; farmgate sample entries: 0.
  • 5 export partner countries and 5 import partner countries are ranked.
  • Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2024.
  • Page data last updated on 2026-05-23.

Ginger Ale Export Supplier & Manufacturer Intelligence, Price Trends, and Trade Flows in South Korea

0 export partner companies are tracked for Ginger Ale in South Korea. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to validate exporter coverage, partner quality, and route priorities.

Annual Export Value, Volume, and Supplier Market Size for Ginger Ale in South Korea (HS Code 220210)

Analyze 3 years of Ginger Ale export volume and value in South Korea to evaluate supplier market growth, seasonality, and trade volatility.
YearVolumeValue
2024166,093,444167,632,066 USD
2023142,221,327142,712,372 USD
2022146,536,422146,648,920 USD

Top Destination Markets for Ginger Ale Exports from South Korea (HS Code 220210) in 2024

For 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 5 destination countries for Ginger Ale exports from South Korea.
RankCountryVolumeValue
1Cambodia54,727,84059,169,903 USD
2Russia22,508,53418,118,514 USD
3Afghanistan14,871,60015,462,720 USD
4Netherlands8,739,4729,253,193 USD
5United States6,739,416.68,269,244 USD

Ginger Ale Import Buyer Intelligence and Price Signals in South Korea: Buyers, Demand, and Trade Partners

1 import partner companies are tracked for Ginger Ale in South Korea. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to analyze buyer demand, partner density, and downstream channels.
Scatter points are sampled from 100.0% of the full transaction dataset.

Sample Import Transaction and Price Records for Ginger Ale in South Korea

5 sampled Ginger Ale import transactions in South Korea provide date, origin, and trade-country context to benchmark price levels and demand-side trading patterns.
Ginger Ale sampled import transaction unit prices by date in South Korea: 2026-05-04: 6.42 USD / kg, 2026-04-30: 19.72 USD / kg, 2026-04-27: 5.05 USD / kg, 2026-04-27: 5.05 USD / kg, 2026-04-24: 2.10 USD / kg.
DateReported ProductUnit PriceExporterImporterOrigin 
2026-05-04[향료* ***** ******* ************ *** ******* *******6.42 USD / kg (-) (-)-
2026-04-30[향료* ***** ********* ********************* *** *********19.72 USD / kg (-) (-)-
2026-04-27[탄산*** * **** ** ** **** ******* ******* ****** ***5.05 USD / kg (-) (-)-
2026-04-27[탄산*** * **** ** ** **** ******* ******* ****** ***5.05 USD / kg (-) (-)-
2026-04-24[탄산*** **** **** ********************************** ******* ****** ***2.10 USD / kg (-) (-)-

Top Ginger Ale Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners in South Korea

Review leading buyer profiles and compare them with 1 total import partner companies tracked for Ginger Ale in South Korea. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate demand-side partner fit.
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-23
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingOthersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingOthers
South Korea Import Partner Coverage
1 companies
Import partner company count highlights demand-side visibility for Ginger Ale in South Korea.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Ginger Ale importers, distributors, and buyer networks in South Korea.

Annual Import Value, Volume, and Demand Size for Ginger Ale in South Korea (HS Code 220210)

Track 3 years of Ginger Ale import volume and value in South Korea to assess demand growth and market momentum.
YearVolumeValue
202425,849,85640,246,038 USD
202325,040,52136,213,863 USD
202227,476,46437,711,892 USD

Top Origin Supplier Countries Supplying Ginger Ale to South Korea (HS Code 220210) in 2024

For 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 5 origin supplier countries supplying Ginger Ale to South Korea.
RankCountryVolumeValue
1Austria3,828,068.510,310,891 USD
2Germany9,268,165.37,188,804 USD
3Switzerland1,761,510.34,443,251 USD
4Vietnam592,477.63,442,203 USD
5China1,803,0252,701,150 USD

Classification

Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormCarbonated non-alcoholic beverage (RTD; bottled/canned)
Industry PositionBranded consumer packaged beverage

Market

Ginger ale in South Korea (KR) is a niche carbonated soft drink segment that is commonly positioned as a mixer for highballs/cocktails as well as a standalone refreshment. Korea has strong modern-trade and convenience retail coverage for packaged beverages, with imported and locally bottled brands competing in the mixers space. Market access is shaped primarily by MFDS imported food controls (importer/overseas manufacturer registration, inspection pathways) and strict Korean-language labeling and nutrition labeling rules for beverages. A Korea-specific example is the Canada Dry ginger ale/tonic line marketed locally, reflecting demand tied to mixology trends.
Market RoleDomestic consumer market with local production and imports (imported or locally bottled branded mixers)
Domestic RolePackaged beverage consumed directly and used as a mixer in retail and foodservice channels.
SeasonalityYear-round availability; demand can spike with cocktail/highball seasonality and promotions, but the product is not agricultural-season dependent.

Specification

Physical Attributes
  • Carbonated beverage with ginger aroma/flavor; typically clear to light amber depending on formulation/coloring
  • Carbonation retention and container integrity (PET/can/glass) are key quality attributes during distribution
Compositional Metrics
  • Sweetness/acid balance (sugars or sweeteners + food acids) and carbonation level
  • Preservative and color usage (where used) must align with MFDS additive standards
Packaging
  • Single-serve PET bottles (e.g., 300 mL local launch format noted for a Korea-market Canada Dry product)
  • Cans and multi-pack formats depending on channel
  • Secondary packaging and separate-disposal labeling should align with Korean recycling/EPR-related requirements

Supply Chain

Value Chain
  • Ingredient preparation (water treatment; syrup/flavor blending) → carbonation → hygienic filling/sealing → coding/labeling → case packing → distributor warehousing → retail/foodservice
  • If imported: overseas bottling/packing → sea freight → port arrival → customs (UNI-PASS) + MFDS imported food inspection pathway → importer/distributor → retail/foodservice
Temperature
  • Ambient distribution is typical; protect from heat and direct sunlight to maintain carbonation and flavor stability
Shelf Life
  • Quality is sensitive to heat exposure and package damage; FIFO stock rotation and container integrity checks are important for maintaining carbonation
Freight IntensityHigh
Transport ModeSea

Risks

Regulatory Compliance HighMFDS import controls and Korean labeling/nutrition labeling requirements can lead to detention, relabeling, or rejection if the product label (Korean-language content, ingredient/additive declarations, date marking, nutrition panel) or formulation (food additives/sweeteners) is non-compliant at import inspection.Run a pre-shipment compliance check against MFDS labeling standards and the MFDS Food Additives Code; align the Korean label artwork with importer declarations and keep supporting documents ready for MFDS inspection.
Food Safety MediumUnapproved additives or non-conforming additive use can trigger intensified inspection actions and shipment disruption under MFDS imported food safety management practices.Confirm additive/sweetener eligibility and limits under MFDS codes; ensure COA/spec sheets and full ingredient statements match the import declaration.
Logistics MediumBecause finished beverages are freight-intensive, ocean freight volatility and inland distribution cost swings can quickly erode margins for imported ginger ale into Korea.Plan procurement with freight buffers, consider partial local bottling where brand strategy allows, and optimize pack sizes/palletization for container utilization.
Sustainability MediumPackaging compliance risk exists if packaging materials and recycling/separate-discharge labeling obligations under Korea’s resource circulation/EPR framework are not met, potentially leading to fees or corrective actions.Confirm packaging material compliance and labeling with Korean partners; align packaging specs with KECO guidance and applicable EPR/inspection programs.
Sustainability
  • Packaging waste and recycling compliance: EPR obligations can apply to importers/producers for packaging materials (paper, glass, metal, plastic) and separate-discharge labeling expectations may be inspected.
  • Pressure to reduce unnecessary packaging and improve recyclability in consumer beverage formats
Standards
  • HACCP
  • ISO 22000
  • FSSC 22000

FAQ

Which documents are commonly required to import ginger ale into South Korea?Korea Customs Service guidance lists an import declaration plus typical attachments such as an invoice, packing list, bill of lading (or air waybill), certificate of origin (when applicable), and any required inspection/quarantine certificates. For food items, MFDS import declaration and supporting documents can also be required depending on the inspection pathway.
What are the most common reasons a ginger ale shipment could be delayed or rejected at the Korean border?The biggest risks are MFDS-related: labeling or nutrition labeling non-compliance in Korean, or formulation issues such as use of unapproved food additives/sweeteners. MFDS can apply document review, field checks (including labeling/packaging condition), and laboratory testing, and it can strengthen controls when non-compliance risks are identified.
Is Halal certification required to sell ginger ale in South Korea?It is not generally required for mainstream soft drink retail in Korea, but some channels or buyers may request Halal-certified products depending on their customer base. If targeting those channels, confirm expectations with the Korean importer and buyer before shipment.

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