Sub Product
Barley Miso, Red Miso, White Miso, Yellow Miso
Raw Materials
Barley, Dried Soybean, Salt
HS Code
210390
Last Updated
2026-04-29
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Miso market coverage spans 137 countries.
- 281 exporter companies and 242 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 1,653 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
- 1 premium suppliers 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 2026-04-29.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Miso
Analyze 1,653 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Miso.
Miso Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Miso to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Miso: Singapore (+989.6%), Taiwan (+106.8%), South Africa (+80.8%).
Miso Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-06, benchmark Miso country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-11, countries with visible Miso transaction unit prices: Lithuania (18.10 USD / kg), Indonesia (18.04 USD / kg), Philippines (10.92 USD / kg), Malaysia (8.00 USD / kg), United States (4.07 USD / kg), 4 more countries.
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Japan | +48.5% | 1,202 | 1.86 USD / kg (627,770.23 kg) | 1.74 USD / kg (419,903.85 kg) | 1.94 USD / kg (861,503.08 kg) | 2.89 USD / kg (1,173,752.38 kg) | 2.93 USD / kg (801,312.17 kg) | 3.63 USD / kg (787,509.93 kg) | ||||||
| China | -37.9% | 220 | 1.57 USD / kg (52,650 kg) | 1.38 USD / kg (124,848 kg) | 1.02 USD / kg (88,278.14 kg) | 1.24 USD / kg (245,163 kg) | 1.58 USD / kg (131,608 kg) | 1.30 USD / kg (213,913 kg) | ||||||
| United States | +11.2% | 119 | 3.72 USD / kg (8,732.04 kg) | 3.08 USD / kg (4,363.68 kg) | 3.22 USD / kg (7,087.34 kg) | 3.43 USD / kg (1,113.38 kg) | 4.20 USD / kg (11,704.91 kg) | 4.07 USD / kg (5,042.95 kg) | ||||||
| Philippines | +42.9% | 35 | 6.06 USD / kg (66.24 kg) | 7.26 USD / kg (1,336.86 kg) | 1.54 USD / kg (2,547.93 kg) | 10.27 USD / kg (49.68 kg) | 7.00 USD / kg (265.3 kg) | 10.92 USD / kg (66.24 kg) | ||||||
| United Arab Emirates | -1.4% | 9 | 1.03 USD / kg (50 kg) | 0.96 USD / kg (60 kg) | - (-) | 4.05 USD / kg (28.42 kg) | 5.09 USD / kg (88.33 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Taiwan | +106.8% | 7 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 2.66 USD / kg (74,400 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Panama | - | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Thailand | +40.3% | 17 | 14.46 USD / kg (5 kg) | 2.00 USD / kg (21 kg) | 10.43 USD / kg (903.2 kg) | 2.00 USD / kg (4 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Vietnam | - | 8 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 4.00 USD / kg (1.25 kg) | 2.91 USD / kg (27,960 kg) | 3.52 USD / kg (3,672.9 kg) | ||||||
| Kazakhstan | -5.0% | 6 | - (-) | 2.25 USD / kg (400.8 kg) | 2.14 USD / kg (420 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | 2.12 USD / kg (316.5 kg) |
Miso Global Supply Chain Coverage
523 companies
281 exporters and 242 importers are mapped for Miso.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Miso, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Miso Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
281 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Miso. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Miso Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners
1 premium Miso suppliers include country, industry, and contactability signals to prioritize credible export partners faster.
Goremi Co., Ltd.
South Korea
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Miso Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 281 total exporter companies in the Miso supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-15
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersFood ManufacturingOnline Retail And Fulfillment
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTradeDistribution / Wholesale
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-08-12
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: OthersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-06-19
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: OthersFood Manufacturing
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-19
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-30
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-06-13
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingDistribution / Wholesale
Miso Global Exporter Coverage
281 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Miso supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Miso opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.
Top Exporting Countries for Miso (HS Code 210390) in 2024
For Miso in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 568,812,734 kg | 1,737,723,001 USD |
| 2 | Italy | 430,112,503 kg | 1,709,947,474.325 USD |
| 3 | Germany | 264,947,476.493 kg | 1,065,586,947.248 USD |
| 4 | Netherlands | 320,177,264 kg | 955,175,206.359 USD |
| 5 | Mexico | 246,366,798 kg | 730,422,127 USD |
| 6 | Belgium | 183,982,358.03 kg | 567,581,173.945 USD |
| 7 | Canada | 145,073,166.242 kg | 509,062,923.033 USD |
| 8 | United Kingdom | 137,231,478 kg | 503,436,434.349 USD |
| 9 | Poland | 168,196,287.889 kg | 465,237,317 USD |
| 10 | Japan | 119,851,707 kg | 457,856,731.299 USD |
Miso Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
Track Miso exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.
Miso Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
242 importer companies are mapped for Miso demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Miso Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 242 total importer companies tracked for Miso. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-28
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: OthersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-28
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Kazakhstan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-31
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Food Packaging
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-09
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 5M - 10M
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-29
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-05-15
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
242 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Miso.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Miso buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.
Top Import Demand Countries for Miso (HS Code 210390) in 2024
For Miso in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 731,869,065.524 kg | 2,072,467,580 USD |
| 2 | United Kingdom | 348,359,507 kg | 1,046,219,736.375 USD |
| 3 | Canada | 211,423,866.314 kg | 782,348,854.567 USD |
| 4 | Germany | 246,613,911.997 kg | 773,429,935.674 USD |
| 5 | Netherlands | 172,732,753.457 kg | 594,903,419.858 USD |
| 6 | Mexico | 95,220,976.502 kg | 379,489,250 USD |
| 7 | Japan | 101,939,020 kg | 339,605,739.787 USD |
| 8 | South Korea | 134,724,963.538 kg | 292,183,855 USD |
| 9 | Poland | 75,533,240.068 kg | 272,518,301 USD |
| 10 | Belgium | 67,656,708.418 kg | 267,690,306.715 USD |
Miso Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
Analyze Miso origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.
Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormFermented Paste
Industry PositionValue-Added Fermented Condiment
Market
Miso is a fermented soybean paste used as a seasoning and soup base, with strong product identity tied to Japanese food culture and growing international culinary adoption. Codex recognizes fermented soybean paste (including miso) as a defined food category for additive provisions, supporting standardized compliance framing in cross-border trade. Japan is a primary reference origin in global trade classification (HS 2103.90 “Other” with a Japan export-statistics breakout for miso), and Japanese producers actively promote miso overseas through government-linked channels. Global market dynamics are shaped by soy input costs/availability, sodium-related reformulation pressure, and buyer requirements on additives, labeling, and sustainability in soy sourcing.
Market GrowthGrowing (long-term)gradual international culinary adoption alongside broader interest in Japanese cuisine and fermented seasonings
Major Producing Countries
- JapanCore origin and leading reference market for miso; rice/barley/soybean/blended types are widely described in Japanese industry materials.
Major Exporting Countries
- JapanJapan’s export statistics classify miso (bean paste) under HS 2103.90 (Other) as a distinct breakout item.
Major Importing Countries
- United StatesJETRO/JFOODO promotion materials explicitly reference availability in U.S. grocery retail (not a quantified ranking claim).
Specification
Major VarietiesRice miso (kome miso), Barley miso (mugi miso), Soybean miso (mame miso), Blended miso (awase miso)
Physical Attributes
- Color range commonly described from white/light to red/dark brown depending on production method and aging period
- Thick paste consistency used as seasoning, soup base, and for dressings/marinades
Compositional Metrics
- Salt level and koji ratio are commonly described as key drivers of sweetness/saltiness perception
- Aging/maturation time is commonly described as a key driver of flavor complexity and color development
Packaging
- Retail packs and foodservice formats shipped in cases for distribution; packaging and shelf-life labeling vary by product positioning (e.g., additive-free/organic/halal).
ProcessingFermentation-based product made from soybeans, salt, water and other ingredients (where used), with microbial activity central to product developmentAdditive-free variants may continue fermenting after packing, with possible package expansion if yeast activity persists
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Soybean and grain (rice/barley) procurement -> soybean soaking/steaming -> koji preparation -> mixing with salt -> fermentation/aging -> blending/standardization -> optional heat-treatment (product-dependent) -> packaging -> distribution
Demand Drivers
- Internationalization of Japanese cuisine and broader global use of miso as an umami seasoning beyond soup
- Convenience-oriented use in dressings, marinades, and ready-to-use seasonings promoted by major producers and export-promotion bodies
Temperature
- Quality can change with time and temperature (color darkening and flavor change are described), supporting cool storage practices
- Refrigeration or freezing is commonly recommended by producers for preserving flavor; miso is described as not freezing solid in a freezer
Shelf Life
- After opening, limiting air contact (tight wrapping) is commonly recommended to reduce drying/oxidation
- Shelf-life labeling varies by product; examples exist of 12-month shelf life claims for packaged paste miso products
Risks
Input Commodity Supply Concentration HighMiso’s core input is soybeans; global soybean trade is heavily concentrated in the Americas, making miso input costs and availability vulnerable to weather shocks, logistics disruptions, and trade-policy shifts affecting major exporters.Use multi-origin soybean sourcing strategies where feasible, maintain safety stocks for key inputs, and align contracts with documented sustainability and traceability requirements.
Sustainability MediumSoy-linked deforestation and land conversion concerns can trigger retailer and foodservice restrictions, require deforestation-free sourcing claims, and elevate audit/traceability costs for soy-based condiments like miso.Adopt deforestation- and conversion-free soy procurement policies, require supplier traceability, and document compliance for key importing markets.
Regulatory Compliance MediumHigh-salt seasoning categories face public-health-driven sodium reduction policies and consumer pressure, which can affect labeling, reformulation, and product positioning across markets.Offer portion guidance and reduced-sodium variants where viable, and ensure destination-market nutrition labeling compliance.
Food Safety MediumAs a fermented product, miso must control hazards through good hygiene practices and HACCP-based systems; additive use must comply with Codex GSFA provisions (where adopted) and destination-country rules, with labeling accuracy critical for compliance.Implement Codex-aligned GHP/HACCP programs, validate critical controls (e.g., sanitation, foreign-body control), and maintain additive/ingredient specification and labeling verification for each destination market.
Sustainability
- Deforestation and ecosystem conversion risk in soy supply chains (e.g., Amazon/Cerrado/Gran Chaco), creating reputational and compliance exposure for miso brands relying on soy inputs
- Greenhouse-gas emissions and biodiversity impacts associated with land conversion for soy expansion, increasing buyer scrutiny and traceability requirements
Labor & Social
- Traditional and local livelihoods can be put at risk by land conversion pressures associated with soy expansion, increasing downstream due-diligence expectations for soy-based foods
FAQ
What is miso made from?Miso is a fermented soybean paste. Codex describes fermented soybean paste (including miso) as being made from soybeans, salt, water and other ingredients using fermentation, and JETRO/JFOODO similarly describes miso as soybeans fermented with salt and a koji starter.
What are the main types of miso traded and consumed?Commonly described major types include rice miso, barley miso, soybean miso, and blended miso. Producer and cultural references also commonly group miso by color (e.g., white/light vs. red/dark) tied to production conditions and aging.
How should miso be stored to preserve quality?Producers commonly recommend refrigeration or freezing to preserve flavor, and advise minimizing air contact after opening to reduce drying and oxidation. Producer guidance also notes that miso does not freeze solid in a freezer and can be used directly from frozen storage.
Are food additives allowed in miso for international trade?Codex GSFA includes a specific food category for fermented soybean paste (e.g., miso) and lists permitted additive provisions for that category. Actual additive use still depends on each destination market’s regulations and labeling requirements, and some manufacturers sell additive-free variants.
Sources
Miso Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
Explore country-level Miso market pages for supplier coverage, trade flows, and price benchmarks.
Japan
China
United States
Germany
India
Thailand
Canada
South Korea
Sweden
United Arab Emirates
Indonesia
Costa Rica
All country market pages: Japan, China, United States, Germany, India, Thailand, Canada, South Korea, Sweden, United Arab Emirates, Indonesia, Costa Rica, Singapore, Philippines, Italy, Peru, Kazakhstan, Netherlands, Belgium, Oman, Ecuador, Mexico, Brazil, Ukraine, Colombia, United Kingdom, Israel, Poland, Argentina, Spain, France, Austria, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Australia, South Africa, Hungary, Guatemala, Czechia, Saudi Arabia, Taiwan, Vietnam, Ireland, Switzerland, Romania, Croatia, Turkiye, Estonia, New Zealand, Denmark, Finland, Slovakia, Portugal, Norway, Serbia, Kuwait, Jamaica, Dominican Republic, Chile, Greece, El Salvador, Honduras, Lithuania, Andorra, Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Bangladesh, Burkina Faso, Bulgaria, Bahrain, Burundi, Benin, Bermuda, Brunei, Bolivia, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Cuba, Cyprus, Egypt, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gabon, Gambia, Iran, Iceland, Jordan, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, Laos, Sri Lanka, Liberia, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Latvia, Morocco, Moldova, Montenegro, Madagascar, Macedonia, Myanmar [Burma], Mongolia, Macao, Malta, Mauritius, Maldives, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Nicaragua, Nepal, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Pakistan, Paraguay, Qatar, Slovenia, Senegal, Swaziland, Togo, Tunisia, Tanzania, Uganda, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Zambia, Zimbabwe
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