Parent Product
Liquorice Confection
HS Code
170490
Last Updated
2026-06-01
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Liquorice Gummies market coverage spans 132 countries.
- 98 exporter companies and 399 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 38 supplier- and manufacturer-linked transactions are summarized across the top 5 countries.
- 0 premium suppliers & manufacturers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 0; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2024.
- Page data last updated on 2026-06-01.
Global Supplier & Manufacturer Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Liquorice Gummies
Analyze 38 supplier-linked transactions across the top 5 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Liquorice Gummies.
Liquorice Gummies Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Liquorice Gummies to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Liquorice Gummies: Spain (+16.5%), Turkiye (-1.7%), Brazil (-1.4%).
Liquorice Gummies Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-07, benchmark Liquorice Gummies country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-12, countries with visible Liquorice Gummies transaction unit prices: Spain (5.13 USD / kg).
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turkiye | -1.7% | 6 | - (-) | - (-) | 2.12 USD / kg (2,592.1 kg) | 3.57 USD / kg (529.92 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| France | - | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 5.67 USD / kg (10,160 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Spain | +16.5% | 5 | - (-) | - (-) | 1.41 USD / kg (1,391.04 kg) | 4.64 USD / kg (216 kg) | 4.78 USD / kg (216 kg) | 5.13 USD / kg (219.6 kg) | ||||||
| Brazil | -1.4% | 24 | 2.14 USD / kg (616.32 kg) | 2.22 USD / kg (6,530.88 kg) | 2.35 USD / kg (19,700.59 kg) | 2.61 USD / kg (30,549.85 kg) | 2.33 USD / kg (7,281.6 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Netherlands | - | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 4.87 USD / kg (4,536 kg) | - (-) | - (-) |
Liquorice Gummies Global Supply Chain Coverage
497 companies
98 exporters and 399 importers are mapped for Liquorice Gummies.
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Liquorice Gummies Export Supplier & Manufacturer Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
98 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Liquorice Gummies. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Liquorice Gummies Top Exporters, Manufacturers, and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 98 total exporter companies in the Liquorice Gummies supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Denmark)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-01
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: Vietnam
Supplying Products: Liquorice Confection, Liquorice Gummies
(Finland)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-01
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
Exporting Countries: Vietnam
Supplying Products: Liquorice Confection, Liquorice Gummies
(Finland)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-01
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingRetail
Exporting Countries: Kazakhstan
Supplying Products: Liquorice Confection, Sweet Liquorice Rope, Liquorice Gummies +1
(Nicaragua)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-01
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Nicaragua
Supplying Products: Gum Arabic, Liquorice Confection, Liquorice Gummies
(Italy)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-01
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Chewy Candy, Liquorice Confection, Liquorice Gummies
(Turkiye)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-01
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingBrokers And Trade AgenciesFood ManufacturingFood PackagingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: Germany, United Kingdom
Supplying Products: Liquorice Confection, Instant Noodles, Jelly and Gummy Candy +4
Liquorice Gummies Global Exporter Coverage
98 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Liquorice Gummies supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Top Exporting Countries for Liquorice Gummies (HS Code 170490) in 2024
For Liquorice Gummies in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Germany | 418,968,203.045 kg | 2,088,846,663.011 USD |
| 2 | Mexico | 342,442,606 kg | 1,215,489,805 USD |
| 3 | Belgium | 218,452,302.248 kg | 1,012,744,683.418 USD |
| 4 | Netherlands | 197,998,040 kg | 1,000,347,892.681 USD |
| 5 | Spain | 241,134,427.227 kg | 931,134,615.179 USD |
| 6 | Turkiye | 307,315,059 kg | 858,806,770 USD |
| 7 | Poland | 132,029,550.497 kg | 755,181,771 USD |
| 8 | United States | 158,396,951 kg | 730,588,600 USD |
| 9 | Canada | 123,474,695 kg | 584,489,983.368 USD |
| 10 | Italy | 67,859,813 kg | 375,174,983.53 USD |
Liquorice Gummies Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Liquorice Gummies Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
399 importer companies are mapped for Liquorice Gummies demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Liquorice Gummies Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 399 total importer companies tracked for Liquorice Gummies. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Saudi Arabia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-01
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Romania)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-01
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Saudi Arabia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-01
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Saudi Arabia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-01
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Saudi Arabia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-01
Employee Size: 501 - 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 5M - 10M
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Iran)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-01
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
399 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Liquorice Gummies.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Liquorice Gummies (HS Code 170490) in 2024
For Liquorice Gummies in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 812,339,750.415 kg | 3,185,474,767 USD |
| 2 | Germany | 208,827,256.744 kg | 1,074,021,606.964 USD |
| 3 | Netherlands | 141,113,830.225 kg | 680,267,068.245 USD |
| 4 | Canada | 151,991,647.284 kg | 652,996,642.568 USD |
| 5 | Poland | 92,337,118.726 kg | 397,351,437 USD |
| 6 | Sweden | 93,762,463.832 kg | 390,517,938.288 USD |
| 7 | Belgium | 65,165,909.735 kg | 332,381,041.584 USD |
| 8 | South Korea | 61,188,845.274 kg | 325,853,685 USD |
| 9 | Australia | 62,177,771.336 kg | 303,508,148.352 USD |
| 10 | Italy | 52,373,107.402 kg | 254,631,974.23 USD |
Liquorice Gummies Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
Analyze Liquorice Gummies origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.
Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormShelf-stable (packaged)
Industry PositionValue-added Food Product
Market
Liquorice gummies are a subset of global sugar confectionery trade, typically moving internationally under HS 1704 (most commonly HS 170490 for non-chewing-gum sugar confectionery). UN Comtrade data accessed via the World Bank WITS platform shows export capacity concentrated in a small set of large confectionery-manufacturing countries (notably Germany, China, Mexico, the Netherlands and Belgium for HS 170490 in 2024), while the United States and major European markets are leading import destinations. Market access is shaped by destination-market additive and labelling rules, including specific EU labelling statements for foods containing glycyrrhizinic acid (from liquorice) at defined thresholds. The category is generally manufactured year-round, with demand seasonality (holiday gifting and event-based consumption) affecting logistics and inventory planning more than agricultural seasonality.
Major Producing Countries
- GermanyMajor export-oriented sugar confectionery manufacturing base (proxy: HS 170490 export value; UN Comtrade via WITS, 2024).
- ChinaLarge-scale producer/exporter in sugar confectionery (proxy: HS 170490 export value; UN Comtrade via WITS, 2024).
- MexicoSignificant exporter of sugar confectionery products (proxy: HS 170490 export value; UN Comtrade via WITS, 2024).
- NetherlandsMajor EU confectionery manufacturing/distribution hub; high export values for HS 170490 (UN Comtrade via WITS, 2024).
- BelgiumLarge exporter of sugar confectionery products within global trade networks (proxy: HS 170490 exports; UN Comtrade via WITS, 2024).
Major Exporting Countries
- GermanyTop exporter by value for HS 170490 in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- ChinaTop-tier global exporter for HS 170490 in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- MexicoTop-tier global exporter for HS 170490 in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- NetherlandsTop-tier global exporter for HS 170490 in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- BelgiumTop-tier global exporter for HS 170490 in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
Major Importing Countries
- United StatesLargest importer by value for HS 170490 in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- United KingdomTop importer by value for HS 170490 in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- GermanyTop importer by value for HS 170490 in 2024 alongside major intra-European trade (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- NetherlandsMajor import gateway/distribution hub in Europe for HS 170490 in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- FranceTop importer by value for HS 170490 in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- CanadaTop importer by value for HS 170490 in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
Supply Calendar
- Global industrial confectionery manufacturing:Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecManufactured year-round; trade volumes and production planning often respond to seasonal demand peaks (holidays) rather than harvest windows.
Specification
Major VarietiesGelatin-set liquorice gummies (starch-molded), Pectin-based liquorice gummies (gelatin-free/vegan variants), Sugar-coated liquorice gummies, Filled liquorice gummies (soft center variants)
Physical Attributes
- Chewy elastic texture with controlled bite/firmness
- Dark color profile typical of liquorice flavor systems
- Non-sticky surface finish achieved via sanding (sugar) or glazing/oiling
Compositional Metrics
- Moisture and water activity targets to control texture stability and microbial risk
- Gel strength/setting performance (for gelatin or pectin systems)
- Acid balance (acidulant level) to shape flavor and pectin set behavior
Packaging
- Retail pouches/bags with moisture and oxygen barrier properties
- Multipacks for modern trade
- Bulk cartons/liners for wholesale, foodservice, and repacking
ProcessingCooked syrup deposition or starch molding with subsequent setting/curingStarch recovery and reuse systems common in starch-molded linesGlazing/oiling and/or sanding steps to control sticking and appearance
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Sweetener/gelling agent sourcing -> syrup cooking -> flavor/color addition -> depositing or starch molding -> setting/curing -> demolding & finishing -> packaging -> export distribution
Demand Drivers
- Impulse snacking and shared-bag formats in retail
- Seasonal demand peaks (holiday confectionery and gifting)
- Sugar-free/functional positioning in some markets (subject to sweetener and labelling rules)
Temperature
- Typically ambient logistics; protect from high temperatures to avoid deformation and from humidity to prevent stickiness and sugar bloom.
Atmosphere Control
- Barrier packaging and sealing integrity are key to limiting moisture exchange and aroma loss; protective atmosphere may be used in some packaged formats but is not universally required.
Shelf Life
- Shelf life is driven mainly by moisture migration, texture hardening/softening, and flavor stability; formulation and packaging selection are primary levers.
Risks
Regulatory Compliance HighLiquorice confectionery can trigger mandatory warning and information statements in key destination markets when glycyrrhizinic acid (from liquorice) exceeds defined thresholds, creating a material risk of border rejections, recalls, or relabelling costs if formulations and labels are not aligned to each market’s rules. The EU explicitly requires additional particulars for confectionery containing glycyrrhizinic acid or its ammonium salt at specified concentrations, including a hypertension-related warning at higher levels.Implement destination-market regulatory mapping, verify glycyrrhizin-related thresholds via compliant testing/COAs where applicable, and maintain label control/approval workflows for each target market.
Food Safety MediumAlthough gummy confectionery is generally shelf-stable, foreign-body contamination, allergen cross-contact (e.g., gelatin origin, shared equipment), and ingredient nonconformance (colors/sweeteners) can lead to recalls and import holds.Use HACCP-based controls, robust supplier approval, allergen management, and in-line detection (metal detection/X-ray) with documented verification.
Public Health Policy MediumHigh-sugar confectionery is exposed to evolving public-health measures (front-of-pack labelling schemes, marketing restrictions, and sugar-related fiscal measures in some jurisdictions), which can alter demand and reformulation requirements.Maintain reformulation readiness (reduced sugar, polyols, portion control) and monitor target-market nutrition policy changes.
Input Cost Volatility MediumCosts for key inputs (sweeteners, gelling systems, flavors, packaging films, and energy for cooking/conditioning) can be volatile, affecting pricing and margins in a highly competitive category.Diversify suppliers, use forward contracting where feasible, and design formulations with qualified alternative inputs.
Sustainability
- Packaging waste and recyclability pressures for high-volume retail confectionery
- Upstream footprint of sweeteners and gelling agents (including energy and agricultural inputs)
Labor & Social
- Dietary and consumer information expectations (e.g., clear disclosure of liquorice/glycyrrhizin content where required; gelatin origin for dietary/religious preferences)
FAQ
Which countries are major exporters of sugar confectionery relevant to liquorice gummies in global trade?Using HS 170490 (sugar confectionery excluding chewing gum) as a trade proxy, UN Comtrade data via the World Bank WITS platform lists Germany, China, Mexico, the Netherlands and Belgium among the top exporters by value in 2024.
Which markets are major import destinations for sugar confectionery that would include liquorice gummies?Using HS 170490 as a proxy category, the World Bank WITS (UN Comtrade) import rankings for 2024 show the United States as the largest importer by value, with the United Kingdom, Germany, the Netherlands, France and Canada also among top importers.
Why is liquorice-related labelling a trade risk for liquorice gummies in the EU?EU food information rules include specific additional labelling particulars for confectionery containing glycyrrhizinic acid (from liquorice) or its ammonium salt at defined concentrations, including a warning aimed at people with hypertension at higher levels. Noncompliant labels can lead to relabelling costs, market withdrawal, or border issues.
Sources
Liquorice Gummies Country Coverage for Suppliers, Manufacturers, Export Flows, and Prices
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Turkiye
United States
China
Germany
Indonesia
United Arab Emirates
United Kingdom
Spain
France
Brazil
Sweden
Finland
All country market pages: Turkiye, United States, China, Germany, Indonesia, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Spain, France, Brazil, Sweden, Finland, Netherlands, Belgium, Mexico, South Korea, Saudi Arabia, Poland, Romania, Canada, Italy, Kazakhstan, Czechia, Colombia, Malaysia, Dominican Republic, Denmark, Ukraine, Switzerland, Guatemala, Chile, India, Uzbekistan, Thailand, Slovakia, Austria, Hungary, South Africa, Ireland, Hong Kong, Japan, Jordan, Oman, Vietnam, Australia, Pakistan, Serbia, Egypt, New Zealand, Greece, Singapore, El Salvador, Kyrgyzstan, Lithuania, Bulgaria, Ecuador, Norway, Costa Rica, Albania, Zambia, Israel, Portugal, Mongolia, Macedonia, Andorra, Armenia, Argentina, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Bahrain, Burundi, Benin, Bermuda, Brunei, Bolivia, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Cyprus, Estonia, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gabon, Gambia, Honduras, Croatia, Iran, Iceland, Jamaica, Kenya, Cambodia, Kuwait, Laos, Sri Lanka, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Latvia, Morocco, Moldova, Montenegro, Madagascar, Myanmar [Burma], Macao, Malta, Mauritius, Maldives, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Nicaragua, Nepal, Panama, Peru, Philippines, Paraguay, Qatar, Slovenia, Senegal, Swaziland, Togo, Tunisia, Tanzania, Uganda, Uruguay, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Zimbabwe
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