Parent Product
Maize Grain
Derived Products
Toffee Popcorn, Popcorn Snack, Microwave Popcorn, Cheese-Flavored Corn Puff
HS Code
100590
Last Updated
2026-07-03
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Brazil Popcorn Kernel market intelligence page includes 0 premium suppliers.
- 5 sampled export transactions for Brazil are summarized.
- 4 export partner companies and 34 import partner companies are mapped for Popcorn Kernel in Brazil.
- Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- 5 export partner countries and 4 import partner countries are ranked.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-07-03.
Popcorn Kernel Export Supplier Intelligence, Price Trends, and Trade Flows in Brazil
4 export partner companies are tracked for Popcorn Kernel in Brazil. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to validate exporter coverage, partner quality, and route priorities.
Explore Popcorn Kernel export intelligence in Brazil, including 5 sampled supplier transactions, monthly unit-price ranges, and partner-country trade flow patterns for HS Code 100590.
Scatter points are sampled from 96.9% of the full transaction dataset.
Sample Export Supplier Transaction Records for Popcorn Kernel in Brazil
5 sampled Popcorn Kernel transactions in Brazil include date, origin, and partner-country context to benchmark export prices and supplier trading patterns.
Popcorn Kernel sampled transaction unit prices by date in Brazil: 2026-05-19: 0.51 USD / kg, 2026-05-13: 0.50 USD / kg, 2026-05-09: 0.51 USD / kg, 2026-02-10: 0.51 USD / kg, 2026-02-03: 0.48 USD / kg.
| Date | Reported Product | Unit Price | Exporter | Importer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-19 | MAI* ********* **** *** ******* **************** * * **** ****** *** * **** **** ******* *********** * *** **** **** ******* ***** ** ***** ***** **** *** | 0.51 USD / kg | (Brazil) | (Peru) | |
| 2026-05-13 | MAI* ********* ****** ********* *** ****** ***** ****** ** ***** ** **** **** ********* ***** **** ***** **************** **** *** ***** ***** ******* ** ****** ** ******* ** **** | 0.50 USD / kg | (Brazil) | (Peru) | |
| 2026-05-09 | MAI* ********* ****** ****** ***** *** ****** ***** ****** ** ***** ** **** *** ******** **** **** *** ***** ***** ** ********* ****** *** ***** **** ************************ * ** **** ***** ** ********** ** | 0.51 USD / kg | (Brazil) | (Peru) | |
| 2026-02-10 | MAI* ********* ******** *** **** * ****** ** ***** ******** ** ***** ******* *** ********* * ******* ****** ** ***** **** ********* ****** ******* | 0.51 USD / kg | (Brazil) | (Peru) | |
| 2026-02-03 | POP**** * ***** **** * * * ** *** **** * * *** ***** ************ ****** **** **** *** *** ********** ***** ****************** ******* | 0.48 USD / kg | (Brazil) | (India) |
Top Popcorn Kernel Export Suppliers and Companies in Brazil
Review leading exporter profiles and benchmark them against 4 total export partner companies tracked for Popcorn Kernel in Brazil. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to shortlist sourcing and export partners faster.
(Brazil)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-02
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingCrop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingTrade
(Brazil)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-13
Industries: Crop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingTrade
(Brazil)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-03
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking PlacesFreight Forwarding And Intermodal
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleLogisticsRetail
(Brazil)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-03
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 5M - 10M
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingTrade
Brazil Export Partner Coverage
4 companies
Total export partner company count is a core signal of Brazil export network depth for Popcorn Kernel.
Exporters and importers can open Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to assess Popcorn Kernel partner concentration, capacity signals, and trade relevance in Brazil.
Annual Export Value, Volume, and Supplier Market Size for Popcorn Kernel in Brazil (HS Code 100590)
Analyze 3 years of Popcorn Kernel export volume and value in Brazil to evaluate supplier market growth, seasonality, and trade volatility.
| Year | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 39,756,390,015 | 8,056,172,009 USD |
| 2023 | 55,862,925,115 | 13,479,019,128 USD |
| 2022 | 43,362,957,728 | 12,154,544,668 USD |
Top Destination Markets for Popcorn Kernel Exports from Brazil (HS Code 100590) in 2024
For 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 5 destination countries for Popcorn Kernel exports from Brazil.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Egypt | 5,457,490,146 | 1,103,163,816 USD |
| 2 | Vietnam | 4,643,709,863 | 936,048,353 USD |
| 3 | Iran | 4,337,127,802 | 922,985,426 USD |
| 4 | South Korea | 2,826,235,046 | 557,747,165 USD |
| 5 | Japan | 2,596,673,856 | 512,899,714 USD |
Popcorn Kernel Import Buyer Intelligence and Price Signals in Brazil: Buyers, Demand, and Trade Partners
34 import partner companies are tracked for Popcorn Kernel in Brazil. 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 85.7% of the full transaction dataset.
Sample Import Transaction and Price Records for Popcorn Kernel in Brazil
5 sampled Popcorn Kernel import transactions in Brazil provide date, origin, and trade-country context to benchmark price levels and demand-side trading patterns.
Popcorn Kernel sampled import transaction unit prices by date in Brazil: 2025-11-03: 0.39 USD / kg, 2025-08-25: 0.35 USD / kg, 2025-08-14: 0.35 USD / kg, 2025-08-14: 0.35 USD / kg, 2025-08-13: 0.82 USD / kg.
| Date | Reported Product | Unit Price | Exporter | Importer | Origin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-03 | LOS ****** *********** *** *** ** * ** ********** *** ****** ***** ********* | 0.39 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2025-08-25 | LOS ****** *********** *** *** ** * ** ********** *** ****** ***** ********* | 0.35 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2025-08-14 | LOS ****** *********** *** *** ** * ** ********** *** ****** ***** ********* | 0.35 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2025-08-14 | LOS ****** *********** *** *** ** * ** ********** *** ****** ***** ********* | 0.35 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2025-08-13 | LOS ****** *********** *** *** ** * ** ********** *** ****** ***** ********* | 0.82 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - |
Top Popcorn Kernel Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners in Brazil
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them with 34 total import partner companies tracked for Popcorn Kernel in Brazil. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate demand-side partner fit.
(Brazil)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-03
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingBrokers And Trade AgenciesCrop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingTrade
(Brazil)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-03
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingCrop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingTrade
(Brazil)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-03
Industries: Crop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
(Brazil)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-03
Industries: Food WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
(Brazil)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-03
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Brazil)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-03
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesCrop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood WholesalersShipping And Water Transport
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingLogisticsTrade
Brazil Import Partner Coverage
34 companies
Import partner company count highlights demand-side visibility for Popcorn Kernel in Brazil.
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Annual Import Value, Volume, and Demand Size for Popcorn Kernel in Brazil (HS Code 100590)
Track 1 years of Popcorn Kernel import volume and value in Brazil to assess demand growth and market momentum.
| Year | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1,359,025,934 | 286,096,192 USD |
Top Origin Supplier Countries Supplying Popcorn Kernel to Brazil (HS Code 100590) in 2024
For 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 4 origin supplier countries supplying Popcorn Kernel to Brazil.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Paraguay | 1,604,305,680 | 290,316,351 USD |
| 2 | Argentina | 33,535,900 | 7,887,082 USD |
| 3 | South Africa | 50,000 | 44,293 USD |
| 4 | Germany | 11,180 | 30,395 USD |
Popcorn Kernel Wholesale Supplier Price Trends in Brazil
Track Popcorn Kernel wholesale supplier price benchmarks and recent export price updates in Brazil.
Historical Popcorn Kernel Wholesale Supplier Prices in Brazil (USD/kg)
Yearly average, lower, and upper Popcorn Kernel wholesale prices with YoY changes provide benchmark data for supplier pricing and export competitiveness in Brazil.
Popcorn Kernel yearly average wholesale prices in Brazil: 2021: 0.90 USD / kg, 2022: 1.03 USD / kg, 2023: 1.07 USD / kg, 2024: 0.88 USD / kg, 2025: 1.12 USD / kg.
| Year | Average Unit Price | Lower Unit Price | Upper Unit Price | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 0.90 USD / kg | 0.24 USD / kg | 1.38 USD / kg | - |
| 2022 | 1.03 USD / kg | 0.51 USD / kg | 1.38 USD / kg | - |
| 2023 | 1.07 USD / kg | 0.60 USD / kg | 1.38 USD / kg | - |
| 2024 | 0.88 USD / kg | 0.64 USD / kg | 1.41 USD / kg | - |
| 2025 | 1.12 USD / kg | 0.74 USD / kg | 1.40 USD / kg | - |
Latest Popcorn Kernel Wholesale Export Price Updates in Brazil
Use the latest 5 updates to check current Popcorn Kernel wholesale export price points and origin-level changes in Brazil.
Popcorn Kernel latest wholesale updates by date in Brazil: 2025-06-01: 33.12 USD / kg, 2025-06-01: 41.20 USD / kg, 2025-05-01: 1.41 USD / kg, 2025-03-01: 1.73 USD / kg, 2024-10-01: 7.72 USD / kg.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | Origin Country | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-06-01 | MIL** ****** * ******* ********** * ***** | 33.12 USD / kg | - | |
| 2025-06-01 | MIL** ****** * ******* ****** ** * ***** | 41.20 USD / kg | - | |
| 2025-05-01 | MIL** ****** * ******* ******* * ***** | 1.41 USD / kg | - | |
| 2025-03-01 | MIL** ****** * ******* ********** * ***** | 1.73 USD / kg | - | |
| 2024-10-01 | MIL** ****** * ******* **** ** **** * ***** | 7.72 USD / kg | - |
Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormDried
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Market
Popcorn kernel (milho de pipoca; Zea mays var. everta) is a specialty maize segment in Brazil supplied through domestic cultivation and commercial grain handling channels. Embrapa reports Brazil’s popcorn-maize production has expanded over the last two decades and estimates 2023 production at roughly 300 thousand tonnes, supported by improved hybrids and more technical production systems. Embrapa also describes Brazil as having consolidated a leading export position for popcorn maize (ranked behind the United States). Because it is marketed as a dry grain, commercial availability is generally year-round, but quality and export competitiveness depend heavily on post-harvest drying, storage hygiene, and mycotoxin compliance.
Market RoleMajor producer and exporter (specialty popcorn maize) with significant domestic consumption
Domestic RoleHuman food grain for home popping and for industrial/popcorn product manufacturing
Market GrowthGrowing (long-term (multi-decade) perspective)long-term expansion over the last ~20 years (per Embrapa production perspective)
SeasonalityHarvest timing depends on regional maize calendars (often including second-crop production), but popcorn kernels are stored and marketed year-round as a dry grain.
Specification
Physical Attributes
- Hard, resistant pericarp and vitreous (hard) endosperm associated with popping performance (per Embrapa description).
- Kernel integrity (low breakage) and low foreign matter are typical buyer acceptance points for food-grade grain handling.
Compositional Metrics
- Kernel moisture control is critical; Embrapa references popping behavior associated with about 13–14% moisture.
- Expansion capacity (CE) is a primary performance metric for popcorn grain programs (buyer-spec driven).
Grades
- Buyer specifications commonly emphasize expansion performance, defects (broken kernels), and contaminant compliance (including mycotoxins).
- Brazilian maximum tolerated limits (LMT) for relevant mycotoxins apply under Anvisa RDC No. 7/2011 (e.g., fumonisins for milho de pipoca).
Packaging
- Bulk sacks/bags for industrial users and exporters
- Retail packs for consumer sale (packaged dry kernels)
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Hybrid seed supply (often imported) + contract production programs → farm cultivation → harvest → drying and cleaning → storage/aeration → quality testing (incl. mycotoxins) → bulk shipment or bagging/retail packaging → domestic distribution and/or export
Temperature
- Drying and storage must prevent moisture hotspots that drive mold growth and quality loss (food-safety and popping performance risk).
Atmosphere Control
- Silo/bag aeration and ventilation help manage moisture migration and insect pressure in stored popcorn kernels.
Shelf Life
- Commercial shelf life is primarily limited by moisture management, insect infestation, and mold/mycotoxin risk rather than rapid perishability.
Freight IntensityHigh
Transport ModeSea
Risks
Food Safety HighNon-compliance with Brazil’s maximum tolerated limits for mycotoxins in popcorn maize can block market access or trigger seizure/recall. Anvisa RDC No. 7/2011 sets an explicit limit for fumonisins (B1+B2) in ‘milho de pipoca’ (2,000 µg/kg) and also sets limits for aflatoxins in maize grain and derivatives.Implement a pre-shipment and in-storage mycotoxin control plan: rapid drying, aeration, insect control, and routine lot testing against Anvisa limits; segregate and reject non-conforming lots.
Climate MediumYield and quality volatility can arise from weather shocks affecting Brazil’s maize cycles (including second-crop production windows), raising raw-material price risk and increasing the probability of quality downgrades (e.g., mold pressure) in affected regions.Diversify sourcing regions and storage points; contract with quality-based pricing; use crop insurance/hedging where feasible.
Regulatory Compliance MediumMAPA phytosanitary import requirements for maize can change by origin and may require additional declarations and inspection/sampling; document or declaration gaps can lead to delays, re-export, or destruction.Confirm origin-specific MAPA requirements before contracting; align the phytosanitary certificate’s additional declarations with the applicable Portaria; run document pre-checks with the customs broker.
Logistics MediumAs a freight-intensive dry grain, popcorn kernel competitiveness and delivery reliability are exposed to inland haulage constraints, port congestion, and ocean freight rate volatility.Use forward freight planning, alternative ports/routes when feasible, and buffer lead times for peak export seasons.
Sustainability
- Post-harvest loss prevention (drying, storage hygiene) to reduce waste and avoid mold/mycotoxin formation
- Input stewardship in conventional (non-transgenic) popcorn systems, which may require more targeted pest/weed management than GM commodity maize (per Embrapa notes on conventional cultivars)
Labor & Social
- Rural labor-rights due diligence, including screening suppliers and service providers against Brazil’s official MTE ‘Cadastro de Empregadores’ ("Lista Suja") related to work analogous to slavery
- Contract production governance: ensure transparent pricing, dispute resolution, and auditability in cereal-company contracting arrangements
Standards
- HACCP
- ISO 22000
- FSSC 22000
FAQ
What fumonisin limit applies to popcorn maize sold in Brazil?Anvisa’s RDC No. 7/2011 sets a maximum tolerated limit for fumonisins (FB1 + FB2) in ‘milho de pipoca’ of 2,000 µg/kg.
What kernel moisture level is associated with good popping performance?Embrapa explains that popping depends on internal moisture and references about 13–14% moisture as part of the popping mechanism and quality context for popcorn kernels.
Are popcorn cultivars used in Brazil typically GMO?Embrapa states that the popcorn cultivars available in the Brazilian market context are conventional (non-transgenic).
Sources
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