Raw Materials
Fresh Quince Leaf
Last Updated
2026-08-02
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Quince Leaf Tea market coverage spans 18 countries.
- 9 exporter companies and 6 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 46 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 3 countries.
- 0 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-08-02.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Quince Leaf Tea
Analyze 46 supplier-linked transactions across the top 3 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Quince Leaf Tea.
Quince Leaf Tea Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Quince Leaf Tea to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Quince Leaf Tea: India (+1.6%).
Quince Leaf Tea Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-09, benchmark Quince Leaf Tea country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2026-02, countries with visible Quince Leaf Tea transaction unit prices: China (5.26 USD / kg), India (0.62 USD / kg).
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 | 2026-08 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | +1.6% | 42 | 0.61 USD / kg (85,000 kg) | 1.00 USD / kg (250 kg) | 0.64 USD / kg (250 kg) | - (-) | 0.78 USD / kg (27,650 kg) | 0.62 USD / kg (16,000 kg) | ||||||
| China | - | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 5.26 USD / kg (138.82 kg) | ||||||
| Mexico | - | 3 | - (-) | - (-) | 2.74 USD / kg (171 kg) | 5.80 USD / kg (368 kg) | - (-) | - (-) |
Quince Leaf Tea Global Supply Chain Coverage
15 companies
9 exporters and 6 importers are mapped for Quince Leaf Tea.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Quince Leaf Tea, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Quince Leaf Tea Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
9 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Quince Leaf Tea. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Quince Leaf Tea Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 9 total exporter companies in the Quince Leaf Tea supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-02
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
Exporting Countries: Spain
Supplying Products: Quince Leaf Tea
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-29
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
Exporting Countries: Japan
Supplying Products: Fresh Moringa, Quince Leaf Tea
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-02
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingOthersTrade
Exporting Countries: United States, Spain, Mexico, Russia, El Salvador, Bangladesh, United Arab Emirates, Japan, Malaysia, Poland
Supplying Products: Lemongrass Essential Oil, Cassia, Quince Leaf Tea +5
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-05
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFood WholesalersGrocery StoresOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Thailand, China, Vietnam, United Arab Emirates, Iraq, New Zealand
Supplying Products: Fresh Zedoary Root, Cassia, Dried Zedoary Root +5
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-31
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Brokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: Russia, Latvia, Ukraine, Georgia, Poland, Iran
Supplying Products: Dried Chili Pepper, Chicory Root, Black Pepper +5
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-13
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Brokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: Panama, Peru, Costa Rica
Supplying Products: Green Tea, Cinnamon Powder, Black Tea +5
Quince Leaf Tea Global Exporter Coverage
9 companies
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Quince Leaf Tea Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
6 importer companies are mapped for Quince Leaf Tea demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Quince Leaf Tea Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 6 total importer companies tracked for Quince Leaf Tea. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Japan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-29
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Mexico)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-09-22
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: -
(Spain)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-02
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Services And Drinking PlacesOthers
Value Chain Roles: Costa Rica, Colombia, Mexico, Brazil, United States, Ecuador, Germany
(Paraguay)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-02
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Argentina)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-02
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-02
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
6 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Quince Leaf Tea.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Quince Leaf Tea buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.
Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Quince Leaf Tea
Quince Leaf Tea Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Quince Leaf Tea wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2026-01, countries with visible Quince Leaf Tea wholesale unit prices: South Korea (2.30 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 | 2026-08 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Korea | - | 2.29 USD / kg | 2.41 USD / kg | - | 2.30 USD / kg | - |
Quince Leaf Tea Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Quince Leaf Tea wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 1 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Korea | 2.34 USD / kg | 1.82 USD / kg | 2.45 USD / kg | -5.0% |
Latest Quince Leaf Tea Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 5 Quince Leaf Tea wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-01 | 차 (**** * *** *** ***** **** | 551.30 USD / kg | |
| 2025-12-01 | 차 (**** * *** *** ***** **** | 264.75 USD / kg | |
| 2025-11-01 | 차 (**** * *** *** ***** **** | 288.81 USD / kg | |
| 2025-11-01 | 차 (**** * *** ** ***** **** | 267.92 USD / kg | |
| 2025-10-01 | 차 (**** * *** ** ***** **** | 587.88 USD / kg |
Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormDried
Industry PositionHerbal Tea / Botanical Infusion Product
Market
Quince-leaf tea is a niche botanical infusion made from dried leaves of the quince tree (Cydonia oblonga) and is typically traded within the broader dried-herb/herbal-infusion supply chain rather than as a separately reported global commodity. Potential upstream raw material availability is linked to where quince orchards are concentrated, notably in Turkey, China, Uzbekistan, Iran, and Morocco, but leaf-tea-specific production and trade statistics are not systematically published at global level. Commercial differentiation tends to center on botanical identity, leaf cut size, drying method, and contaminant controls (e.g., pesticide residues and microbiological quality). Market access is shaped by importing-country rules that can classify products as foods, traditional herbal infusions, or (when claims are made) herbal supplements/medicinal products, affecting labeling and compliance requirements.
Market GrowthNot Mentioned
Major Producing Countries
- TurkiyeLeading quince producer (fruit); quince orchards represent a potential leaf supply base, but quince-leaf-tea output is not separately reported in global statistics.
- ChinaLeading quince producer (fruit); potential leaf supply base from orchard systems; leaf-tea production/trade not separately tracked.
- UzbekistanLeading quince producer (fruit); potential leaf supply base; leaf-tea production/trade not separately tracked.
- IranLeading quince producer (fruit); potential leaf supply base; leaf-tea production/trade not separately tracked.
- MoroccoLeading quince producer (fruit); potential leaf supply base; leaf-tea production/trade not separately tracked.
Specification
Physical Attributes
- Dried quince leaves (whole, cut, or tea-bag cut) with green to brown coloration depending on drying conditions and age
- Botanical leaf identity and absence of foreign matter are central buyer expectations in dried-leaf trade
Compositional Metrics
- Phenolic composition of quince leaves (including caffeoylquinic acids and flavonol glycosides) has been characterized in peer-reviewed analytical studies and may vary by origin and harvest timing, which can influence color and sensory profile in infusion
Grades
- Commercial trade often differentiates by cut size (whole leaf vs. cut/sifted vs. fine tea-bag cut) and by cleanliness/foreign-matter tolerance, with detailed parameters defined in buyer specifications
Packaging
- Retail: tea bags in cartons; loose-leaf in sachets or jars with moisture/odor barriers
- Bulk: lined cartons, kraft paper bags with inner liners, or food-grade woven bags with liners; desiccant use depends on route humidity risk
ProcessingDrying method and endpoint moisture control are critical to reduce mold risk and preserve aroma; over-drying can increase brittleness and fines, while under-drying increases spoilage risk
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Leaf harvest from quince orchards (often a byproduct stream) -> sorting/cleaning -> drying -> cutting/sieving -> packing -> exporter consolidation -> import clearance -> repacking/blending (if applicable) -> retail or foodservice distribution
Demand Drivers
- Demand for caffeine-free herbal infusions and single-ingredient botanicals in specialty tea and wellness retail channels
- Use as a component in blended herbal infusions where buyers seek distinctive botanical ingredients with documented identity and consistent cut size
Temperature
- Ambient, cool, and dry storage is critical; humidity and moisture ingress are primary deterioration drivers for dried leaf products
Atmosphere Control
- Odor protection and moisture barrier packaging are often more important than controlled-atmosphere systems for dried leaves; oxygen exposure can still contribute to aroma fade over time
Shelf Life
- Shelf life is primarily determined by moisture control, packaging barrier performance, and hygiene; quality degradation commonly presents as aroma loss, discoloration, and increased breakage/fines
Risks
Food Safety HighDried botanical leaves can face market-access disruption from contaminant non-compliance (e.g., pesticide residues, microbiological contamination, or mold-related hazards) and from inadequate hygienic controls during drying, handling, and storage; failures can lead to border rejections, recalls, and loss of buyer approval.Implement GAP/GMP and HACCP-based controls; validate drying endpoints and storage humidity control; conduct routine third-party testing aligned to destination-market requirements and maintain full lot traceability.
Authenticity MediumBotanical identity risk (misidentification, substitution, or adulteration) is elevated in dried-leaf supply chains where visual similarity and fragmented cuts make verification harder, potentially triggering regulatory action and brand damage.Use authenticated botanical sourcing, supplier qualification, and fit-for-purpose testing (e.g., microscopy or DNA-based methods where appropriate) supported by chain-of-custody documentation.
Regulatory Compliance MediumRegulatory classification can differ by market (food vs. herbal supplement/medicinal), and the use of health claims can escalate compliance burdens for labeling, permitted ingredients, and safety substantiation, affecting cross-border trade feasibility.Align product positioning and claims strategy with target-market rules; maintain compliant labeling, specifications, and documentation packages for each destination market.
Quality Degradation MediumMoisture ingress and odor pickup during storage/shipping can rapidly reduce infusion quality (mustiness, discoloration, aroma loss) and increase spoilage risk, especially on humid trade lanes without adequate barrier packaging.Use moisture/odor barrier packaging, desiccants when appropriate, humidity monitoring in containers, and strict warehouse pest/moisture controls.
Sustainability
- Pesticide stewardship and residue management in orchard-based leaf supply chains
- Energy use and emissions associated with drying (sun/shade vs. mechanical drying) and downstream transport
Labor & Social
- Seasonal labor and worker safety in harvesting, drying-yard operations, and packing (dust exposure, heat stress, manual handling)
FAQ
What plant is quince-leaf tea made from?Quince-leaf tea is made from the dried leaves of the quince tree, scientifically known as Cydonia oblonga.
What are the biggest trade risks for quince-leaf tea?The main global trade risk is food-safety non-compliance, especially contaminant issues linked to agricultural residues or poor hygiene during drying and storage, which can cause border rejections or recalls.
How is quince-leaf tea typically processed for sale?It is generally produced by harvesting quince leaves, cleaning and drying them, cutting or sieving to the required leaf size, and then packaging them in bulk or retail formats under food-safety management controls.
Sources
Quince Leaf Tea Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: Russia, United Arab Emirates, Argentina, Brazil, Canada, China, Indonesia, India, Japan, South Korea, Latvia, Mexico, Malaysia, Peru, Paraguay, Qatar, United States, South Africa
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