Quail Egg Suppliers, Trade & Prices — Market Overview 2026
HS Code
040899
Last Updated
2026-09-21
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Quail Egg market coverage spans 117 countries.
- 148 exporter companies and 222 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 208 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 7 countries.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-09-21.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Quail Egg
Analyze 208 supplier-linked transactions across the top 7 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Quail Egg.
Quail Egg Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
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Top YoY shifts for Quail Egg: China (+59.7%), Vietnam (+35.3%), Thailand (-28.2%).
Quail Egg Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-10, benchmark Quail Egg country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2026-02, countries with visible Quail Egg transaction unit prices: Thailand (2.16 USD / kg), Vietnam (2.01 USD / kg), China (1.98 USD / kg), Hong Kong (1.86 USD / kg).
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 | 2026-08 | 2026-09 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| China | +59.7% | 97 | 1.84 USD / kg (302,655 kg) | 1.63 USD / kg (318,540 kg) | 2.17 USD / kg (336,690 kg) | 1.98 USD / kg (101,749.64 kg) | 1.98 USD / kg (158,903.2 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Thailand | -28.2% | 55 | 2.01 USD / kg (189,655 kg) | 1.58 USD / kg (248,005 kg) | 2.90 USD / kg (300,659 kg) | 2.69 USD / kg (129,820 kg) | 2.16 USD / kg (161,030 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Vietnam | +35.3% | 36 | 2.12 USD / kg (37,800 kg) | 1.94 USD / kg (202,668 kg) | 1.86 USD / kg (209,458 kg) | 2.11 USD / kg (106,860 kg) | 2.01 USD / kg (45,360 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Hong Kong | - | 6 | 1.48 USD / kg (19,990 kg) | - (-) | 2.22 USD / kg (18,280 kg) | - (-) | 1.86 USD / kg (60,180 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| South Korea | - | 7 | 2.18 USD / kg (29,368 kg) | - (-) | 2.16 USD / kg (29,368 kg) | 2.10 USD / kg (36,635 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Belarus | - | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 7.88 USD / kg (478.4 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Taiwan | - | 6 | 2.38 USD / kg (48,565 kg) | 3.42 USD / kg (31,470 kg) | 2.59 USD / kg (13,850 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Quail Egg Global Supply Chain Coverage
370 companies
148 exporters and 222 importers are mapped for Quail Egg.
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Quail Egg Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
148 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Quail Egg. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Quail Egg Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
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(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-07
Recently Export Partner Companies: 5
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood PackagingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingOthers
Exporting Countries: Hong Kong, Canada, Singapore, Japan, Belgium, Netherlands, United Kingdom, Poland, Germany, United States
Supplying Products: Frozen Mango, Quail Egg, Canned Fruit +5
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-10
Recently Export Partner Companies: 5
Industries: Crop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: New Zealand, Taiwan, Vietnam, Australia, Japan
Supplying Products: Quail Egg
(Thailand)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-17
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: Turkiye, Vietnam, Uzbekistan, Mexico, Sri Lanka, Ukraine, South Korea, Russia, United States, India
Supplying Products: Frozen Dough, Coconut Water, Coconut Milk +5
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-11
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Quail Egg
(Thailand)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-22
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: Kazakhstan, Mexico, Indonesia, Thailand, Costa Rica, Canada, Ukraine, Russia, Turkiye, United States
Supplying Products: Coconut Milk, Coconut Cream, Sriracha +5
(Thailand)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-09
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: India, Ukraine, Philippines, United States
Supplying Products: Canned Tuna, Gravy Sauce, Canned Salmon +5
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Quail Egg Global Exporter Coverage
148 companies
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Top Exporting Countries for Quail Egg (HS Code 040899) in 2024
For Quail Egg in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Netherlands | 98,808,000 kg | 254,348,005.222 USD |
| 2 | Poland | 42,713,782 kg | 85,211,410 USD |
| 3 | Germany | 18,591,910 kg | 64,589,817.872 USD |
| 4 | Italy | 23,404,772 kg | 52,371,139.832 USD |
| 5 | Belgium | 11,116,310.95 kg | 31,387,245.583 USD |
| 6 | Latvia | 12,241,401 kg | 23,512,443.577 USD |
| 7 | United Kingdom | 14,630,938 kg | 20,708,748.772 USD |
| 8 | Portugal | 8,143,567 kg | 19,848,483.976 USD |
| 9 | Thailand | 5,061,216.337 kg | 14,457,750.51 USD |
| 10 | Czechia | 4,145,296 kg | 7,928,746 USD |
Quail Egg Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Quail Egg Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
222 importer companies are mapped for Quail Egg demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Quail Egg Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(Japan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-12
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFood WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: Germany, India, Indonesia, Philippines, South Korea, United States
(Japan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-08
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 500M - 1B
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Vietnam, Turkiye, Japan
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-17
Recently Import Partner Companies: 3
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Costa Rica
(Singapore)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-22
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-31
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Australia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-27
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Sales Revenue: USD 50M - 100M
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
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Global Importer Coverage
222 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Quail Egg.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Quail Egg (HS Code 040899) in 2024
For Quail Egg in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Germany | 58,711,611.998 kg | 133,798,248.416 USD |
| 2 | United Kingdom | 46,099,492 kg | 123,874,652.025 USD |
| 3 | Italy | 25,507,224 kg | 54,257,550.381 USD |
| 4 | Belgium | 22,675,681.81 kg | 53,803,569.774 USD |
| 5 | Netherlands | 46,937,257 kg | 27,417,758.867 USD |
| 6 | Spain | 10,444,565.79 kg | 22,547,329.086 USD |
| 7 | Switzerland | 6,080,484 kg | 21,631,019.622 USD |
| 8 | Japan | 5,563,602 kg | 21,567,725.629 USD |
| 9 | Portugal | 7,830,893 kg | 21,437,209.592 USD |
| 10 | Poland | 6,585,016 kg | 21,007,773 USD |
Quail Egg Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Quail Egg
Quail Egg Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Quail Egg wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2026-03, countries with visible Quail Egg wholesale unit prices: South Korea (5.64 USD / kg), Ukraine (1.18 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 | 2026-08 | 2026-09 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| China | 1.63 USD / kg | 1.62 USD / kg | 1.63 USD / kg | - | - | - | ||||||
| South Korea | 5.58 USD / kg | 5.48 USD / kg | 5.63 USD / kg | 5.32 USD / kg | 5.99 USD / kg | 5.64 USD / kg | ||||||
| Taiwan | 1.30 USD / kg | 3.04 USD / kg | 2.93 USD / kg | 2.85 USD / kg | 3.17 USD / kg | - | ||||||
| Ukraine | 1.20 USD / kg | 1.30 USD / kg | 1.24 USD / kg | 1.20 USD / kg | 1.20 USD / kg | 1.18 USD / kg |
Quail Egg Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Quail Egg wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 4 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | China | 1.65 USD / kg | 1.05 USD / kg | 2.27 USD / kg | +6.8% |
| 2 | South Korea | 5.56 USD / kg | 4.67 USD / kg | 6.71 USD / kg | +20.3% |
| 3 | Taiwan | 2.85 USD / kg | 0.91 USD / kg | 4.10 USD / kg | +32.6% |
| 4 | Ukraine | 1.21 USD / kg | 1.16 USD / kg | 1.30 USD / kg | -2.0% |
Latest Quail Egg Wholesale Export Price Updates
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|---|---|---|---|
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| 2026-09-01 | 鹌鹑蛋**** * ***** ************** *** *** | 1.79 USD / kg | |
| 2026-09-01 | 鹌鹑蛋**** * ***** ******************* *** ****** | 4.32 USD / kg | |
| 2026-09-01 | 鹌鹑蛋**** * ***** ***************** *** ******** | 2.08 USD / kg | |
| 2026-09-01 | Яйц* *********** **** * ******* **** | 1.21 USD / kg |
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Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFresh
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupPoultry eggs (other birds; quail)
Scientific NameCoturnix japonica
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
- Commercial production commonly uses managed indoor husbandry systems; housing design, space, littered flooring, nesting opportunity, and enrichment are key welfare-related conditions for Japanese quail.
Main VarietiesJapanese quail
Consumption Forms
- Fresh in-shell eggs
- Boiled/peeled eggs
- Preserved products (e.g., canned quail eggs)
Grading Factors
- Shell integrity (no cracks/breaks)
- Shell cleanliness (avoid dirty eggs)
- Minimizing shell surface moisture during handling/storage
Market
Quail eggs are a niche but globally marketed poultry egg product, most commonly produced from Japanese quail (Coturnix japonica) in intensive systems. Global production is commonly described as concentrated in Asia (with China frequently identified as the largest producer) and in parts of Europe, but official statistics and trade data often group quail eggs into broader “other birds’ eggs” categories, limiting product-specific transparency. Quail eggs are sold both as fresh in-shell eggs and as convenience formats (e.g., boiled/peeled canned products) used in prepared foods and foodservice. The most material global disruptors are animal-disease shocks (notably avian influenza) and food-safety controls for pathogens such as Salmonella that drive handling, storage, and market access requirements.
Major Producing Countries
- ChinaFrequently identified in literature as the largest producer within global quail egg supply.
- FranceCommercial quail egg production noted in EU-focused assessments and literature.
- ItalyCommercial quail egg production noted in EU-focused literature.
- SpainCommercial quail egg production noted in EU-focused literature.
Specification
Major VarietiesJapanese quail (Coturnix japonica)
Physical Attributes
- Small, mottled/speckled shell appearance is common in commercial quail eggs.
- Often described as roughly one-quarter the size of a chicken egg in culinary guidance.
Compositional Metrics
- Academic literature reports average Japanese quail egg weight around 11 g (values vary by flock age and management).
Grades
- Sorting and grading commonly emphasize shell integrity and cleanliness; broken and/or dirty eggs should be segregated from clean, intact eggs.
Packaging
- Fresh in-shell retail packs commonly sold by count.
- Boiled and peeled quail eggs are also marketed in preserved formats (e.g., canned products) in some markets.
ProcessingCommon value-added formats include boiled/peeled eggs and preserved products (e.g., canned in brine or lightly seasoned).
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- On-farm collection and initial handling -> sorting/grading -> packing -> storage -> distribution to retail/foodservice
- Time and temperature management, and minimizing shell surface moisture, are emphasized in hygiene guidance for eggs (including quail).
Demand Drivers
- Culinary use as a garnish/side in East Asian cuisines, including bento-lunch applications.
- Convenience demand supported by ready-to-eat formats (e.g., boiled/peeled preserved products).
Temperature
- Lower storage and distribution temperatures help minimize microbial growth and extend shelf life; temperature fluctuations should be minimized.
- Storage time, temperature, and humidity should be managed so they do not adversely affect safety and suitability.
Shelf Life
- Shelf life is influenced by time since lay, storage temperature/humidity, treatments, and packaging; it should be established by the grader/packer consistent with competent-authority requirements.
Risks
Animal Disease HighHighly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) outbreaks can trigger rapid supply shocks (depopulation, movement controls) and trade disruption for poultry products, including eggs and egg products, if trading partners apply restrictive sanitary measures.Strengthen biosecurity and surveillance; apply WOAH-aligned zoning/compartmentalisation and transparent outbreak notification to support proportionate, risk-based trade measures.
Food Safety MediumEggs can transmit enteric pathogens (notably Salmonella) via internal contamination during formation or external contamination after laying, requiring robust hygiene controls across primary production, storage, transport, and processing.Apply Codex-aligned hygienic practices (HACCP where appropriate), including segregation of broken/dirty eggs, moisture control on shells, and validated controls throughout handling and processing.
Regulatory Compliance MediumCross-border movement of eggs is sensitive to official controls on hygiene, storage conditions, and (where permitted) egg washing practices; non-compliance can lead to shipment rejections or tighter border measures.Document time/temperature controls and sanitation practices; align procedures with competent-authority requirements and Codex guidance for eggs and egg products.
Market Transparency LowQuail eggs are frequently aggregated within broader statistical categories (e.g., “other birds’ eggs” in production data and HS 0407 “other” subheadings in trade data), which can obscure product-specific benchmarking of trade flows and concentration.Use buyer/supplier disclosures and contract specifications (species, form, preservation method) to improve traceability and comparable reporting alongside official datasets.
Sustainability
- Animal-welfare scrutiny for Japanese quail production systems (especially cage-based systems) is an active policy topic in the EU context, with recommendations emphasizing improved housing, space, littered floors, nesting opportunities, and enrichment.
FAQ
What species is most commonly associated with commercial quail egg production?Commercial quail egg production is most commonly associated with Japanese quail (Coturnix japonica), which is the species referenced in authoritative taxonomy sources and in EU welfare assessments covering quail kept for egg production.
Do Codex hygiene guidelines for eggs apply to quail eggs?Yes. Codex’s Code of Hygienic Practice for Eggs and Egg Products notes that while it focuses primarily on chicken eggs, its principles may also be applied to eggs from other domesticated egg-producing bird species, explicitly including quail.
What is the most critical global risk that can disrupt quail egg supply and trade?Avian influenza is the most critical disruptor because outbreaks can lead to rapid production losses and trigger trade measures; WOAH standards emphasize approaches like zoning/compartmentalisation and risk-based measures to maintain safe trade where possible.
Sources
Quail Egg Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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Spain
Japan
Netherlands
China
France
United Arab Emirates
India
Portugal
South Korea
Romania
United States
Egypt
All country market pages: Poland, Belgium, Indonesia, Turkiye, Philippines, Brazil, Germany, Jordan, Hong Kong, Saudi Arabia, Thailand, Canada, Kuwait, Mexico, Pakistan, Malaysia, Vietnam, South Africa, Guatemala, Nigeria, United Kingdom, Italy, Latvia, Denmark, Paraguay, Austria, Czechia, Switzerland, Serbia, Luxembourg, Ukraine, Bahrain, Kazakhstan, Sweden, Lithuania, Australia, Ireland, Finland, Qatar, Bahamas, Slovakia, Morocco, Andorra, Sri Lanka, Bulgaria, Slovenia, Estonia, Costa Rica, Greece, Croatia, Hungary, Malta, Belarus, Uzbekistan, Ethiopia, Panama, Singapore, El Salvador, Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Benin, Bermuda, Brunei, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Chile, Colombia, Cuba, Cyprus, Dominican Republic, Fiji, Gabon, Honduras, Iran, Iceland, Jamaica, Cambodia, Laos, Lesotho, Moldova, Montenegro, Madagascar, Macedonia, Macao, Maldives, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nicaragua, Norway, New Zealand, Oman, Senegal, Togo, Taiwan, Tanzania, Uganda, Uruguay, Zambia
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