Ground Coffee Suppliers, Trade & Prices — Market Overview 2026
Sub Product
Blend Ground Coffee, Coarsely Ground Coffee, Decaffeinated Ground Coffee, Espresso Ground Coffee, +7
Derived Products
Coffee Pods
Raw Materials
Roasted Coffee Bean
Last Updated
2026-10-19
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Ground Coffee market coverage spans 156 countries.
- 6,365 exporter companies and 8,639 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 31,737 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
- 8 premium suppliers and 2 catalog items are currently listed.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-10-19.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Ground Coffee
Analyze 31,737 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Ground Coffee.
Ground Coffee Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Ground Coffee to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Ground Coffee: Vietnam (+106.0%), Netherlands (+46.8%), Costa Rica (+40.4%).
Ground Coffee Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-11, benchmark Ground Coffee country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2026-04, countries with visible Ground Coffee transaction unit prices: Norway (36.74 USD / kg), Singapore (33.55 USD / kg), Spain (29.06 USD / kg), Japan (28.84 USD / kg), Australia (26.70 USD / kg), 14 more countries.
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 | 2026-08 | 2026-09 | 2026-10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colombia | +21.8% | 16,788 | 8.66 USD / kg (58,147,990.023 kg) | 8.91 USD / kg (49,957,239.109 kg) | 8.68 USD / kg (68,451,600.6 kg) | 8.48 USD / kg (45,026,043.26 kg) | 7.79 USD / kg (46,160,554.19 kg) | 7.56 USD / kg (29,476,054.82 kg) | ||||||
| Italy | +3.2% | 2,736 | 10.12 USD / kg (533,356.618 kg) | 10.62 USD / kg (670,220.698 kg) | 11.32 USD / kg (696,804.833 kg) | 11.28 USD / kg (619,472.902 kg) | 14.64 USD / kg (210,755.512 kg) | 15.00 USD / kg (204,292.656 kg) | ||||||
| United States | +30.4% | 2,554 | 14.86 USD / kg (1,212,041.011 kg) | 16.47 USD / kg (790,707.554 kg) | 13.37 USD / kg (1,222,644.582 kg) | 17.23 USD / kg (1,723,216.985 kg) | 18.64 USD / kg (717,739.924 kg) | 19.07 USD / kg (1,895,505.714 kg) | ||||||
| Switzerland | +7.5% | 1,741 | 6.35 USD / kg (2,218,072.76 kg) | 12.67 USD / kg (1,438,687 kg) | 7.33 USD / kg (2,260,868.669 kg) | 11.31 USD / kg (1,651,235.606 kg) | 12.47 USD / kg (1,512,844.431 kg) | 5.91 USD / kg (1,489,052.496 kg) | ||||||
| Vietnam | +106.0% | 1,167 | 5.60 USD / kg (4,000,964.38 kg) | 5.16 USD / kg (12,177,125.79 kg) | 4.76 USD / kg (14,415,050.54 kg) | 7.11 USD / kg (1,290,530.569 kg) | 14.52 USD / kg (177,346.19 kg) | 14.57 USD / kg (139,608.34 kg) | ||||||
| Netherlands | +46.8% | 730 | 24.97 USD / kg (126,899.81 kg) | 24.70 USD / kg (68,904.638 kg) | 28.17 USD / kg (43,749.26 kg) | 28.06 USD / kg (69,104.255 kg) | 25.06 USD / kg (82,968.92 kg) | 25.73 USD / kg (396,308.61 kg) | ||||||
| Australia | +7.2% | 567 | 25.68 USD / kg (2,717.96 kg) | 23.56 USD / kg (4,766.2 kg) | 26.79 USD / kg (2,578 kg) | 24.62 USD / kg (2,475.3 kg) | 26.23 USD / kg (3,452.22 kg) | 26.70 USD / kg (2,475.03 kg) | ||||||
| Malaysia | +38.4% | 498 | 13.59 USD / kg (111,931 kg) | 14.07 USD / kg (109,211.88 kg) | 14.06 USD / kg (209,201.6 kg) | 14.25 USD / kg (98,833.54 kg) | 14.05 USD / kg (63,580 kg) | 14.03 USD / kg (36,459 kg) | ||||||
| Singapore | -24.5% | 364 | 49.52 USD / kg (872,943.224 kg) | 55.10 USD / kg (56,447.35 kg) | 73.95 USD / kg (385,883.542 kg) | 40.00 USD / kg (6,459.1 kg) | 55.54 USD / kg (3,254.648 kg) | 33.55 USD / kg (180,311.6 kg) | ||||||
| Germany | -32.4% | 332 | 6.93 USD / kg (486,775.01 kg) | 10.97 USD / kg (166,177.764 kg) | 6.12 USD / kg (1,016,190.228 kg) | 4.33 USD / kg (451,518.045 kg) | 16.09 USD / kg (561,235.728 kg) | 5.66 USD / kg (586,599.945 kg) |
Ground Coffee Global Supply Chain Coverage
15,004 companies
6,365 exporters and 8,639 importers are mapped for Ground Coffee.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Ground Coffee, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Ground Coffee Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
6,365 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Ground Coffee. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Ground Coffee Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners
8 premium Ground Coffee suppliers include country, industry, and contactability signals to prioritize credible export partners faster.
Sunrise Impex
India
Others
Woodpeckers Coffee Trading House
India
Food Manufacturing, Others
DETECH COFFEE
Vietnam
Beverage Manufacturing, Crop Production, Food Manufacturing
Luker Chocolate
Colombia
Beverage Manufacturing, Food Manufacturing
Kumara Food
Peru
Food Manufacturing
DIMTU COFFEE INDUSTRY
Ethiopia
Beverage Manufacturing, Food Manufacturing
ETHIO AGRI CEFT
Ethiopia
Beverage Manufacturing, Brokers And Trade Agencies, Crop Production, Food Manufacturing, Food Packaging, Food Wholesalers
Mokito Caffe
Italy
Catalog
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Ground Coffee Global Supplier Catalog Offers and Export Pricing Opportunities
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Ground Coffee Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 6,365 total exporter companies in the Ground Coffee supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Colombia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-31
Recently Export Partner Companies: 48
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Beverage Manufacturing, Brokers And Trade Agencies, Crop Production, Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale, Farming / Production / Processing / Packing, Food Manufacturing, Trade
Exporting Countries: Chile, Ecuador, China, Germany, Canada, Japan, Belgium, South Korea, Mexico, United States
Supplying Products: Ground Coffee, Coffee Extract, Coffee Bean +5
(Colombia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-27
Recently Export Partner Companies: 45
Industries: Beverage Manufacturing, Crop Production, Food Manufacturing, Food Packaging, Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale, Farming / Production / Processing / Packing, Food Manufacturing, Trade
Exporting Countries: Malaysia, Turkiye, Switzerland, Canada, China, Japan, Germany, South Korea, United States, Belgium
Supplying Products: Ground Coffee, Coffee Bean, Green Bean Seeds +5
(Colombia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-26
Recently Export Partner Companies: 26
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Beverage Manufacturing, Brokers And Trade Agencies, Food Manufacturing, Food Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale, Farming / Production / Processing / Packing, Food Manufacturing, Trade
Exporting Countries: Finland, Netherlands, Japan, Germany, South Korea, China, Canada, Belgium, India, United States
Supplying Products: Ground Coffee, Coffee Bean, Dried Green Beans +5
(Colombia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-30
Recently Export Partner Companies: 43
Industries: Beverage Manufacturing, Crop Production, Food Manufacturing, Food Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale, Farming / Production / Processing / Packing, Food Manufacturing, Trade
Exporting Countries: Finland, Italy, Netherlands, Australia, Japan, Belgium, Germany, Canada, United States, South Korea
Supplying Products: Ground Coffee, Coffee Bean, Cocoa Bean +5
(Colombia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-30
Recently Export Partner Companies: 46
Industries: Beverage Manufacturing, Brokers And Trade Agencies, Crop Production, Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing, Food Manufacturing, Trade
Exporting Countries: Greece, Canada, Argentina, Italy, Japan, United Kingdom, Australia, Germany, South Korea, United States
Supplying Products: Ground Coffee, Coffee Bean, Cascara +5
(Colombia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-12
Recently Export Partner Companies: 44
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Crop Production, Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing, Food Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Belgium, Germany, Japan, Netherlands, Finland, Norway, Malaysia, Canada, Mexico, United States
Supplying Products: Ground Coffee, Cocoa Bean, Coffee Bean +5
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Ground Coffee Global Exporter Coverage
6,365 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Ground Coffee supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Top Exporting Countries for Ground Coffee (HS Code -) in 2024
For Ground Coffee in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Switzerland | 105,441,950.909 kg | 3,700,883,119.78 USD |
| 2 | Italy | 291,208,179 kg | 2,690,309,315.255 USD |
| 3 | Germany | 186,854,525.923 kg | 1,616,366,753.15 USD |
| 4 | United States | 117,830,932 kg | 901,141,975 USD |
| 5 | Poland | 102,621,612 kg | 737,312,089 USD |
| 6 | Canada | 54,750,117 kg | 544,157,692.562 USD |
| 7 | Malaysia | 86,693,707.184 kg | 365,610,339.616 USD |
| 8 | Czechia | 44,415,758.707 kg | 365,506,782 USD |
| 9 | Spain | 29,887,640.637 kg | 331,524,592.841 USD |
| 10 | Belgium | 37,656,422.99 kg | 329,755,351.088 USD |
Ground Coffee Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
Track Ground Coffee exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.
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Ground Coffee Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
8,639 importer companies are mapped for Ground Coffee demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Ground Coffee Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 8,639 total importer companies tracked for Ground Coffee. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Netherlands)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-30
Recently Import Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Beverage Manufacturing, Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Kazakhstan, Russia, Vietnam
(Colombia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-30
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Manufacturing, Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-10-14
Recently Import Partner Companies: 3
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Beverage Manufacturing, Food Manufacturing, Food Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: -
(Ecuador)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-26
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Services And Drinking Places, Online Retail And Fulfillment
Value Chain Roles: -
(Paraguay)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-25
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Beverage Manufacturing, Brokers And Trade Agencies, Crop Production, Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Colombia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-24
Recently Import Partner Companies: 7
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing, Freight Forwarding And Intermodal, Others
Value Chain Roles: Bolivia, Colombia, Mexico, Ecuador, Panama, United States, Costa Rica
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Global Importer Coverage
8,639 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Ground Coffee.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Ground Coffee buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.
Top Import Demand Countries for Ground Coffee (HS Code -) in 2024
For Ground Coffee in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 132,055,375.071 kg | 2,152,308,515 USD |
| 2 | Germany | 104,205,645.819 kg | 950,015,593.956 USD |
| 3 | Canada | 88,128,299.934 kg | 867,549,801.329 USD |
| 4 | Netherlands | 80,504,726.033 kg | 778,043,919.005 USD |
| 5 | Poland | 88,379,170.813 kg | 719,463,236 USD |
| 6 | Spain | 53,090,796.924 kg | 482,716,970.972 USD |
| 7 | Romania | 54,725,659.468 kg | 422,415,005.55 USD |
| 8 | Philippines | 130,196,162.92 kg | 399,488,804 USD |
| 9 | South Korea | 20,121,083.917 kg | 367,320,323 USD |
| 10 | Italy | 26,857,874 kg | 345,814,230.456 USD |
Ground Coffee Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Ground Coffee
Ground Coffee Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Ground Coffee wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2026-04, countries with visible Ground Coffee wholesale unit prices: Mexico (22.89 USD / kg), Philippines (13.46 USD / kg), Brazil (11.35 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 | 2026-08 | 2026-09 | 2026-10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brazil | 11.37 USD / kg | 10.93 USD / kg | 11.21 USD / kg | 11.51 USD / kg | 11.03 USD / kg | 11.35 USD / kg | ||||||
| Mexico | 20.69 USD / kg | 20.66 USD / kg | 21.39 USD / kg | 22.64 USD / kg | 22.27 USD / kg | 22.89 USD / kg | ||||||
| Philippines | - | 13.72 USD / kg | 13.93 USD / kg | 14.24 USD / kg | 13.66 USD / kg | 13.46 USD / kg | ||||||
| Ukraine | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Ground Coffee Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Ground Coffee wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 4 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brazil | 9.88 USD / kg | 6.93 USD / kg | 11.62 USD / kg | +9.1% |
| 2 | Mexico | 21.96 USD / kg | 13.42 USD / kg | 33.81 USD / kg | +27.8% |
| 3 | Philippines | 13.73 USD / kg | 13.37 USD / kg | 14.24 USD / kg | +31.6% |
| 4 | Ukraine | 4.09 USD / kg | 3.21 USD / kg | 4.61 USD / kg | -27.9% |
Latest Ground Coffee Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 5 Ground Coffee wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-01 | Кав* ****** *** **** ******** *** * ******** * ******* **** | 5.27 USD / kg | |
| 2026-10-01 | Caf* ****** * ******* ******** ******* ** ****** ** ************ | 21.30 USD / kg | |
| 2026-10-01 | Caf* ****** * ******* ******* ******* ** ****** ** ****** | 19.97 USD / kg | |
| 2026-10-01 | Кав* *** ***** ******* **** * ******* **** | 3.22 USD / kg | |
| 2026-10-01 | Caf* ****** * ******* ********* ******* ** ******* ** ******** | 22.42 USD / kg |
Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormRoasted, ground
Industry PositionValue-Added Food Product
Market
Ground coffee is a globally traded, value-added product made from roasted coffee beans, with upstream green-coffee production concentrated in tropical origins such as Brazil, Vietnam, Colombia, Indonesia, Ethiopia and Uganda. Roasting and grinding capacity is heavily concentrated in major consuming and re-export hubs (notably in Europe and North America), creating trade flows where green coffee is imported for processing and then exported as roasted/ground product. Global market dynamics are strongly influenced by weather and climate variability in key origins and by price volatility in benchmark coffee markets, which can quickly shift procurement and blending strategies. Regulatory and sustainability expectations are tightening, including deforestation-free and traceability requirements in major consumer markets, increasing compliance demands along the supply chain.
Market GrowthMixed (medium-term outlook)Mature-market stability for mainstream ground coffee alongside faster growth in specialty, premiumization, and convenience-led formats within the broader coffee category
Major Producing Countries
- BrazilAmong the largest global producers; key origin for Arabica and Robusta/Conilon supply.
- VietnamAmong the largest global producers; major Robusta origin, important for blends.
- ColombiaMajor Arabica producer with strong washed coffee positioning.
- IndonesiaMajor producer with diverse origins; supplies both Arabica and Robusta.
- EthiopiaMajor Arabica origin associated with specialty supply chains.
- UgandaMajor Robusta origin; important for soluble and blend demand.
Major Exporting Countries
- GermanyMajor roasting and re-export hub for roasted/ground coffee into Europe and beyond.
- ItalyLarge-scale roasting origin with strong espresso/blend industry and exports.
- SwitzerlandPremium and branded roasted coffee exporter; significant processing and re-export activity.
- NetherlandsTrade and logistics hub with roasting and re-export functions serving EU markets.
- FranceLarge consumer market with export activity in roasted coffee products.
- SpainRoasting market with regional export flows, including decaffeinated and blended products.
Major Importing Countries
- United StatesMajor consumer market importing roasted/ground coffee and also importing green coffee for domestic roasting.
- JapanLarge consumer market importing both green and roasted coffee; strong demand for consistent quality.
- United KingdomMajor consumer market with imports of both green and roasted/ground coffee.
- CanadaConsumer market importing roasted/ground coffee and green coffee for processing.
- South KoreaLarge coffee-consuming market importing roasted/ground coffee and green coffee for local roasting.
- ChinaGrowing consumer market with increasing imports of roasted/ground coffee alongside green coffee for processing.
Supply Calendar
- Brazil:May, Jun, Jul, Aug, SepMain harvest and export-shipment momentum typically follows this period; weather shocks during flowering/harvest can move global prices.
- Vietnam:Oct, Nov, Dec, JanRobusta harvest window that often shapes global Robusta availability for blends and soluble coffee.
- Colombia:Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecMultiple harvests can support more continuous supply, but output remains sensitive to rainfall patterns and disease pressure.
- Ethiopia:Oct, Nov, Dec, JanMain harvest period for many Ethiopian origins; logistics and quality management are critical post-harvest.
- Indonesia:May, Jun, Jul, Aug, SepHarvest timing varies by island and elevation; seasonal patterns affect shipment timing for both Arabica and Robusta.
Specification
Major VarietiesArabica (Coffea arabica), Robusta (Coffea canephora)
Physical Attributes
- Roast degree (light/medium/dark) strongly influences flavor profile and buyer acceptance
- Grind size selection (e.g., espresso/fine, drip/medium, press/coarse) determines extraction performance and end-use suitability
- Aroma intensity and absence of foreign matter are common acceptance factors
Compositional Metrics
- Roast color/degree measurements (instrumental color scales used in industrial QA programs)
- Grind size distribution targets (sieving/laser-based measurements used to control extraction)
- Moisture control and odor checks to reduce staling and quality loss in storage
Grades
- Retail and foodservice specifications often differentiate by 100% Arabica vs. blends and by roast profile rather than international produce-style grading
- Specialty positioning is frequently anchored to green-coffee quality assessment and traceability practices used in specialty supply chains
Packaging
- One-way degassing valve bags and multilayer barrier films to reduce oxygen ingress
- Vacuum-packed 'brick' packs in barrier laminates for mainstream retail
- Nitrogen-flushed packs used to extend flavor stability in distribution
- Carton cases for secondary packaging in export and wholesale logistics
ProcessingHighly oxidation-sensitive after grinding; aroma compounds degrade rapidly with oxygen exposureDegassing behavior after roasting affects packaging timing and valve/bag selectionBlend formulation may be adjusted in response to origin availability and price movements
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Green coffee sourcing and import logistics -> cleaning/sorting -> roasting -> degassing/resting -> grinding -> blending -> packaging (often nitrogen flush or vacuum) -> metal detection/foreign-body controls -> warehousing -> distribution to retail/foodservice
Demand Drivers
- Large installed base of home-brewing methods that rely on ground coffee (drip, pour-over, French press, moka pot)
- Retail brand loyalty and flavor-profile consistency requirements driving stable demand for established blends
- Specialty and premiumization trends increasing demand for origin-differentiated and freshly roasted offerings
- Foodservice and office consumption supporting bulk ground formats in many markets
Temperature
- Quality retention depends on cool, dry storage; heat accelerates staling and aroma loss
- Avoid condensation and moisture pickup during transport and warehousing to reduce quality degradation risks
Atmosphere Control
- Nitrogen flushing, vacuum packing, and high-barrier materials are widely used to slow oxidative staling in international distribution
- One-way valves support CO2 release while limiting oxygen ingress in roasted coffee packaging
Shelf Life
- Ground coffee generally loses aroma faster than whole bean due to increased surface area, making packaging integrity and oxygen management central to export quality outcomes
- Post-opening shelf life is highly dependent on resealing practices, humidity control, and storage temperature
Risks
Climate And Weather Volatility HighCoffee supply is highly sensitive to heat, rainfall variability, and extreme events in major origins; shocks in key producing countries can rapidly tighten availability and push price volatility, impacting roasters' costs and the feasibility of maintaining consistent blends for ground coffee products.Diversify origin sourcing across Arabica and Robusta supply bases, maintain flexible blend specs where acceptable, and use risk management (forward coverage/hedging) aligned to procurement windows.
Plant Disease And Pest Pressure MediumCoffee diseases (notably coffee leaf rust) and pest pressures can reduce yields and quality, increasing the risk of supply shortfalls and raising the need for agronomic investment that may be difficult for smallholders to finance.Support supplier programs focused on resistant varieties, integrated pest management, and farm-level adaptation; monitor origin-level disease alerts in procurement planning.
Regulatory Compliance MediumDeforestation-free and traceability regulations in major import markets increase documentation and geolocation data requirements for coffee and derived products, raising compliance costs and potentially restricting market access for non-compliant supply chains.Implement traceability to farm/plot where required, maintain supplier due diligence files, and align data systems with customer and regulatory reporting expectations.
Food Safety MediumContaminant risks such as ochratoxin A can arise from poor post-harvest drying and storage conditions upstream, creating rejection risk and reputational damage for branded ground coffee in destination markets.Apply supplier controls for drying and storage, audit post-harvest handling, and use risk-based testing aligned with relevant codes of practice and buyer requirements.
Quality Degradation LowGround coffee is especially prone to oxidative staling and aroma loss if packaging integrity is compromised or if storage conditions are hot/humid, which can lead to consumer complaints and brand damage.Use high-barrier packaging with oxygen management (nitrogen flush/vacuum), control storage humidity and temperature, and manage stock rotation tightly in distribution.
Sustainability
- Climate change impacts (heat stress, rainfall variability) increasing yield and quality volatility in major origins
- Deforestation and land-use change concerns associated with agricultural expansion in some coffee-producing landscapes, creating due-diligence and traceability pressure
- Biodiversity and soil-health risks where coffee systems shift away from shade/agroforestry toward higher-input production
- Carbon footprint scrutiny across farm inputs, processing energy use (roasting), and global logistics
Labor & Social
- Smallholder livelihood vulnerability and income volatility linked to global price swings and input costs
- Seasonal labor constraints and potential labor-rights risks in parts of the coffee supply chain
- Child labor and forced labor risks have been identified for coffee in certain origin-country contexts by public authorities
FAQ
Which countries are most important for global coffee supply that underpins ground coffee products?Upstream coffee supply is concentrated in a set of major producing origins such as Brazil, Vietnam, Colombia, Indonesia, Ethiopia and Uganda, which collectively shape availability and blending options for ground coffee manufacturers.
Why are traceability and deforestation-related compliance requirements becoming more important for coffee trade?Major consumer markets are adopting deforestation-free and due-diligence rules that explicitly cover coffee, requiring stronger traceability and documentation from supply chains to demonstrate legal and deforestation-free production.
Why is ground coffee more sensitive to quality loss in distribution than whole bean coffee?Grinding increases the coffee’s surface area, making it more exposed to oxygen; this accelerates aroma loss and staling, so high-barrier packaging and careful storage conditions are especially important for maintaining quality in trade.
Sources
Ground Coffee Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
Explore country-level Ground Coffee market pages for supplier coverage, trade flows, and price benchmarks.
All country market pages: Netherlands, Turkiye, Australia, Canada, Egypt, Spain, Ethiopia, United Kingdom, Indonesia, Malaysia, Panama, Uganda, Greece, Japan, Kuwait, Philippines, Tanzania, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Honduras, Iran, Oman, Russia, United Arab Emirates, Czechia, South Africa, Zambia, India, South Korea, Poland, Bolivia, Lebanon, Sweden, Austria, Chile, Finland, Guatemala, Romania, Ukraine, Liechtenstein, Saudi Arabia, Argentina, Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Taiwan, China, Jordan, Latvia, Cambodia, Botswana, Portugal, Benin, Sri Lanka, Nigeria, Israel, Kenya, Libya, Singapore, Burundi, Uzbekistan, Hong Kong, Serbia, Dominican Republic, Lithuania, Lesotho, Qatar, Thailand, Malawi, Slovenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Hungary, Mauritius, Uruguay, New Zealand, Belize, Morocco, Norway, Denmark, Croatia, Estonia, Moldova, Tajikistan, Trinidad and Tobago, Paraguay, Slovakia, Ireland, Cuba, Bahrain, Jamaica, Syria, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Luxembourg, Pakistan, Rwanda, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan, Aruba, Nicaragua, Maldives, Gabon, Mongolia, Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Albania, Barbados, Bangladesh, Burkina Faso, Bermuda, Brunei, Bahamas, Ivory Coast, Cyprus, Djibouti, Algeria, Fiji, Gambia, Iceland, Laos, Liberia, Montenegro, Madagascar, Macedonia, Myanmar [Burma], Macao, Mauritania, Malta, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nepal, Papua New Guinea, Puerto Rico, Senegal, Suriname, El Salvador, Swaziland, Togo, Tunisia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Venezuela, U.S. Virgin Islands, Zimbabwe
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