Sub Product
Amidated Low Methoxyl Pectin, High Methoxyl Pectin, Liquid Pectin, Low Methoxyl Pectin, +3
Derived Products
Fruit Flavored Candies, Low-fat Fruit Yogurt, Cashew Apple Jam, Cherry Jam, +18
HS Code
130220
Last Updated
2026-06-11
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Pectins market coverage spans 129 countries.
- 967 exporter companies and 1,217 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 2,902 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
- 2 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 2026-06-11.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Pectins
Analyze 2,902 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Pectins.
Pectins Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Pectins to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Pectins: Singapore (+69.8%), Ukraine (+58.3%), Poland (+56.1%).
Pectins Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-07, benchmark Pectins country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-12, countries with visible Pectins transaction unit prices: Switzerland (77.13 USD / kg), Czechia (41.73 USD / kg), France (31.77 USD / kg), Ukraine (29.75 USD / kg), Poland (27.65 USD / kg), 15 more countries.
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mexico | -9.1% | 575 | 24.78 USD / kg (353,873 kg) | 19.10 USD / kg (465,287 kg) | 20.83 USD / kg (268,151 kg) | 19.62 USD / kg (342,604.5 kg) | 17.71 USD / kg (216,059 kg) | 18.91 USD / kg (307,330 kg) | ||||||
| Brazil | -11.3% | 310 | 13.60 USD / kg (525,812 kg) | 13.07 USD / kg (396,624 kg) | 12.71 USD / kg (301,404.75 kg) | 11.25 USD / kg (320,741.12 kg) | 10.85 USD / kg (240,455.87 kg) | 10.42 USD / kg (212,300.04 kg) | ||||||
| France | -20.5% | 157 | 18.42 USD / kg (27,663 kg) | 36.99 USD / kg (68,780 kg) | 18.22 USD / kg (74,924 kg) | 17.91 USD / kg (26,219.8 kg) | 15.19 USD / kg (119,349 kg) | 31.77 USD / kg (115,413 kg) | ||||||
| Germany | +2.1% | 266 | 17.24 USD / kg (266,631 kg) | 24.06 USD / kg (372,849 kg) | 18.49 USD / kg (560,880.8 kg) | 15.11 USD / kg (411,726.15 kg) | 13.62 USD / kg (544,410 kg) | 14.69 USD / kg (305,332.28 kg) | ||||||
| United States | +9.1% | 216 | 14.26 USD / kg (95,272.51 kg) | 18.84 USD / kg (54,733.38 kg) | 18.31 USD / kg (141,617.56 kg) | 16.49 USD / kg (91,989.07 kg) | 15.04 USD / kg (63,487.06 kg) | 18.96 USD / kg (65,017.75 kg) | ||||||
| Denmark | -3.7% | 208 | 22.30 USD / kg (20,622.55 kg) | 20.40 USD / kg (37,838 kg) | 20.62 USD / kg (96,163 kg) | 19.99 USD / kg (47,706.5 kg) | 19.22 USD / kg (39,825.83 kg) | 19.28 USD / kg (45,363.01 kg) | ||||||
| Netherlands | -7.0% | 31 | - (-) | - (-) | 17.71 USD / kg (27,418.5 kg) | 18.18 USD / kg (10,350.3 kg) | 17.07 USD / kg (4,440 kg) | 17.07 USD / kg (4,130.6 kg) | ||||||
| China | -11.3% | 452 | 9.12 USD / kg (254,069 kg) | 10.72 USD / kg (272,046.5 kg) | 10.48 USD / kg (167,501.74 kg) | 10.75 USD / kg (226,341.9 kg) | 9.52 USD / kg (151,288.5 kg) | 10.71 USD / kg (137,395.31 kg) | ||||||
| Spain | -3.1% | 209 | 12.23 USD / kg (38,115 kg) | 11.99 USD / kg (105,399.2 kg) | 13.44 USD / kg (166,026.1 kg) | 10.04 USD / kg (263,196 kg) | 10.60 USD / kg (131,948.01 kg) | 12.05 USD / kg (101,280 kg) | ||||||
| Belgium | -9.7% | 99 | 25.97 USD / kg (9,905 kg) | 24.73 USD / kg (1,450 kg) | 25.49 USD / kg (43,690 kg) | 21.64 USD / kg (43,705 kg) | 17.19 USD / kg (100,210 kg) | 23.65 USD / kg (145,562 kg) |
Pectins Global Supply Chain Coverage
2,184 companies
967 exporters and 1,217 importers are mapped for Pectins.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Pectins, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Pectins Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
967 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Pectins. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Pectins Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners
2 premium Pectins suppliers include country, industry, and contactability signals to prioritize credible export partners faster.
SM Empreendimentos Farmacêuticos Ltda.
Brazil
Others
Rocky Mountain Flatbread Company
Canada
Food Services And Drinking PlacesFood Manufacturing
Become a Premium Supplier to join the Tridge Supply Chain Network and advance your marketing and export channel strategy.
Pectins Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 967 total exporter companies in the Pectins supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Spain)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-10
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(South Africa)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-11
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingRetail
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-11
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood PackagingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingLogisticsOthersTrade
(France)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-07-25
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
(Tunisia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-11
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleRetail
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-11
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingTrade
Pectins Global Exporter Coverage
967 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Pectins supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Top Exporting Countries for Pectins (HS Code 130220) in 2024
For Pectins in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Germany | 8,366,991.077 kg | 143,140,901.947 USD |
| 2 | Brazil | 11,186,965.012 kg | 112,390,251 USD |
| 3 | Czechia | 5,320,558.652 kg | 81,562,806 USD |
| 4 | Spain | 15,345,634.108 kg | 41,019,221.688 USD |
| 5 | Netherlands | 1,470,300.377 kg | 25,177,901.308 USD |
| 6 | United States | 1,635,726 kg | 20,775,044 USD |
| 7 | Switzerland | 1,100,928.037 kg | 20,564,581.127 USD |
| 8 | Poland | 892,787.816 kg | 17,419,030 USD |
| 9 | Belgium | 197,809.69 kg | 4,354,586.438 USD |
| 10 | Turkiye | 322,785 kg | 3,555,990 USD |
Pectins Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
Track Pectins exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.
Pectins Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
1,217 importer companies are mapped for Pectins demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Pectins Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 1,217 total importer companies tracked for Pectins. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Russia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-11
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Colombia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-11
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Argentina)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-11
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Uzbekistan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-12
Recently Import Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Singapore)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-23
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Georgia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-11
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
1,217 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Pectins.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Pectins buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.
Top Import Demand Countries for Pectins (HS Code 130220) in 2024
For Pectins in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 9,239,752 kg | 153,894,845 USD |
| 2 | Germany | 3,316,118.574 kg | 50,104,421.92 USD |
| 3 | Japan | 2,236,289 kg | 42,613,208.224 USD |
| 4 | Netherlands | 2,416,028 kg | 38,118,263.015 USD |
| 5 | Canada | 1,573,870.538 kg | 29,427,358.31 USD |
| 6 | United Kingdom | 1,591,447 kg | 28,751,529.607 USD |
| 7 | Poland | 1,816,184.474 kg | 26,419,652 USD |
| 8 | India | 2,461,920.289 kg | 25,705,867.151 USD |
| 9 | Czechia | 1,087,569.487 kg | 24,050,395 USD |
| 10 | Thailand | 1,996,402.016 kg | 23,969,045.81 USD |
Pectins Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
Analyze Pectins origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.
Classification
Product TypeIngredient
Product FormPowder
Industry PositionFood Ingredient (Hydrocolloid Additive)
Market
Pectins are globally traded plant-derived hydrocolloids used primarily as gelling and stabilizing agents in fruit preparations, confectionery, and dairy systems. Industrial supply is structurally linked to upstream fruit-processing by-products (especially citrus peel and apple pomace), which ties availability and costs to the citrus and apple processing seasons and yields. Trade is characterized by a relatively concentrated set of industrial manufacturers and cross-border shipments of standardized grades tailored to specific gel and viscosity performance targets. Regulatory acceptance is broad in major food markets, with use conditions and specifications anchored in Codex/JECFA and major regional food additive frameworks.
Market GrowthMixed (medium-term outlook)Application-driven demand (fruit preparations, confectionery, dairy) with performance-sensitive substitution across hydrocolloids; supply costs can be volatile due to feedstock constraints in citrus/apples.
Major Producing Countries
- GermanyMajor pectin manufacturing/export hub referenced in global trade statistics for HS 1302.20 (pectic substances, pectinates and pectates); verify latest year in ITC/UN Comtrade.
- DenmarkNotable industrial pectin production base and exporter in HS 1302.20 reporting; verify latest year in ITC/UN Comtrade.
- SpainCitrus-processing base with downstream ingredient manufacturing; appears as a significant EU-linked supply country in HS 1302.20 trade reporting; verify latest year.
- ChinaLarge-scale food ingredient manufacturing base; participates in global exports/imports of HS 1302.20; verify latest year in ITC/UN Comtrade.
- BrazilMajor citrus-processing origin globally (feedstock relevance for citrus pectin) and participant in ingredient trade; confirm specific pectin output/trade position in ITC/UN Comtrade.
- United StatesFood ingredient market with domestic production and significant import demand; confirm latest trade position in HS 1302.20 via ITC/UN Comtrade.
Major Exporting Countries
- GermanyFrequently among leading exporters for HS 1302.20 (pectic substances) in ITC/UN Comtrade reporting; verify latest year.
- DenmarkFrequently among leading exporters for HS 1302.20 in ITC/UN Comtrade reporting; verify latest year.
- SpainEU-linked exporter for HS 1302.20; verify latest year in ITC/UN Comtrade.
- ChinaSignificant exporter in HS 1302.20 reporting in some years; verify latest year in ITC/UN Comtrade.
Major Importing Countries
- United StatesLarge food manufacturing base and major import market for HS 1302.20 in ITC/UN Comtrade reporting; verify latest year.
- JapanSignificant importer of specialty food ingredients, including HS 1302.20; verify latest year in ITC/UN Comtrade.
- United KingdomImporter of hydrocolloids for processed food manufacturing; verify latest year in ITC/UN Comtrade.
- South KoreaImporter of food additives/ingredients used in beverage, dairy, and confectionery manufacturing; verify latest year in ITC/UN Comtrade.
Specification
Major VarietiesHigh-methoxyl (HM) pectin, Low-methoxyl (LM) pectin, Amidated low-methoxyl (LMA) pectin, Citrus pectin, Apple pectin, Sugar beet pectin (specialty/niche)
Physical Attributes
- Light-colored (off-white to beige) powder or granules; hygroscopic and prone to caking if exposed to moisture
- Hydrates in water to form viscous solutions; gelation behavior depends on pectin type and formulation conditions
Compositional Metrics
- Degree of esterification (DE) / methoxyl content (key functional classifier for HM vs LM)
- Viscosity/solution rheology targets under defined test conditions
- Gel strength under defined formulation conditions (e.g., sugar/acid systems for HM; calcium systems for LM)
- Moisture and ash limits; heavy metal limits (e.g., lead) aligned to food additive specifications
Grades
- Food additive grade (Codex/JECFA specifications; commonly labeled as pectin/pectic substances)
- Regional regulatory designations such as EU food additive E 440 (Pectins)
Packaging
- Multiwall paper bags with inner liner (commonly 20–25 kg) for industrial users
- Fibre drums or cartons with liners for specialty grades; palletized shipments with moisture protection
ProcessingHM pectin typically gels in high-solids, acidic systems (e.g., jams/jellies) and requires dispersion control to avoid lumpingLM/LMA pectin gels via calcium-mediated mechanisms and is used where lower sugar or different textures are targetedStandardization/blending (including with sugars or salts) is used to deliver consistent set time and gel strength across lots
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Fruit processing by-products (citrus peel, apple pomace) -> stabilization (drying/ensiling) -> acid extraction -> filtration/clarification -> precipitation and washing -> drying -> milling/blending/standardization -> packaging -> shipment to food manufacturers
Demand Drivers
- Fruit preserves and fruit preparations requiring reliable gel set and clean flavor release
- Confectionery textures (jellies/gummies) where pectin provides plant-based gelling options
- Dairy and acidified dairy beverage stabilization where pectin helps manage protein interactions and suspension stability
- Reformulation needs (texture, mouthfeel, sugar/solids management) where pectin competes with other hydrocolloids
Temperature
- Typically shipped and stored as a dry ingredient; protection from heat and humidity is critical to prevent moisture uptake, caking, and loss of dispersibility
- Moisture control (sealed packaging, desiccant where appropriate) is often more critical than temperature setpoints for maintaining functional performance
Shelf Life
- Shelf life is primarily limited by moisture uptake and functional performance drift; buyers commonly rely on supplier COAs and storage-condition compliance rather than a single universal shelf-life window
Risks
Feedstock Shock HighPectin supply is structurally exposed to disruptions in citrus and apple supply chains because key raw materials are citrus peel and apple pomace from juice/fruit processing. Citrus diseases (notably Huanglongbing/citrus greening) and climate-driven yield volatility can reduce peel availability and raise costs, tightening global pectin supply and driving price spikes for performance-critical grades.Dual-source across pectin types and origins; maintain safety stocks for critical SKUs; qualify multiple functional substitutes (e.g., other hydrocolloids) for non-core applications; contract for feedstock-linked supply with clear force-majeure terms.
Regulatory Compliance MediumFood additive specifications and permitted uses vary across jurisdictions; misalignment on identity/purity specifications, labeling, or allowable co-formulants can cause border holds or product reformulation needs for exporters of finished foods using pectin.Align specifications to Codex/JECFA and destination-market rules (e.g., EU additive framework, national standards); verify COAs against buyer specs including heavy metals and microbiological limits; maintain change-control on standardization blends.
Quality Variability MediumFunctional performance is sensitive to degree of esterification/amidation and standardization; lot-to-lot variability can cause gel strength and set-time drift in high-volume applications (jams, confectionery, dairy stabilizing systems), leading to yield loss or texture defects.Use application-specific grades with defined performance tests; tighten incoming QC (DE/gel strength/viscosity) and run pilot checks under the customer’s formulation conditions.
Logistics And Storage MediumAs a hygroscopic powder, pectin is vulnerable to moisture ingress during shipping and warehousing, which can cause caking and poor dispersion, reducing manufacturing efficiency and increasing defect rates.Specify moisture-barrier packaging and container liner use where needed; control warehouse humidity; implement FIFO with periodic functional checks for long-stored inventory.
Sustainability
- Feedstock dependence on fruit-processing by-products (citrus peel/apple pomace) links pectin availability to agricultural climate risks and processing volumes
- By-product valorization benefit (waste reduction) balanced against the extraction process footprint (energy, water, and potential solvent handling depending on technology)
- Traceability expectations for agricultural inputs (including pesticide residue compliance consistent with destination-market requirements for food ingredients)
FAQ
What are the main raw materials used to make commercial pectin?Commercial pectin is most commonly produced from citrus peel (orange/lemon/lime) and apple pomace, which are by-products of juice and fruit processing. Some specialty pectins are also derived from sugar beet pulp.
How do HM and LM pectins differ in typical food use?High-methoxyl (HM) pectin is typically used to gel high-sugar, acidic systems such as jams and jellies, while low-methoxyl (LM) and amidated LM pectins are used where calcium-mediated gelation is desired, including lower-sugar formulations and specific texture targets.
Which international bodies provide reference specifications for pectin as a food additive?Codex Alimentarius (FAO/WHO) provides international food additive context, and FAO/WHO JECFA publishes identity and purity specifications used widely in global trade. Many buyers also reference compendia such as the Food Chemicals Codex (FCC) for food ingredient specifications.
Sources
Pectins Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: Germany, France, Brazil, Netherlands, China, India, Czechia, United States, Spain, Switzerland, Japan, United Kingdom, Canada, Singapore, Ireland, Thailand, Austria, Estonia, Vietnam, Egypt, Hong Kong, Swaziland, Ukraine, Colombia, Sri Lanka, Argentina, South Africa, Mexico, Italy, Israel, Malaysia, Poland, Morocco, United Arab Emirates, Belgium, Russia, Sweden, Peru, Lithuania, Philippines, South Korea, Turkiye, Dominican Republic, Indonesia, Denmark, Portugal, Croatia, Hungary, Saudi Arabia, Australia, Chile, Finland, Greece, Norway, Kazakhstan, Serbia, Pakistan, Romania, Bulgaria, Uruguay, Andorra, Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Bangladesh, Burkina Faso, Bahrain, Bermuda, Bolivia, Bahamas, Bhutan, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Costa Rica, Cuba, Cyprus, Ecuador, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gabon, Guatemala, Honduras, Iran, Iceland, Jamaica, Jordan, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, Kuwait, Liberia, Luxembourg, Latvia, Monaco, Moldova, Montenegro, Madagascar, Macedonia, Myanmar [Burma], Mongolia, Macao, Malta, Mauritius, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Nicaragua, Nepal, New Zealand, Oman, Panama, Paraguay, Qatar, Slovenia, Slovakia, Senegal, Suriname, El Salvador, Tunisia, Taiwan, Tanzania, Uganda, Uzbekistan, Zambia, Zimbabwe
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