Parent Product
Miso
HS Code
210390
Last Updated
2026-06-23
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Red Miso market coverage spans 134 countries.
- 84 exporter companies and 58 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 100 supplier- and manufacturer-linked transactions are summarized across the top 7 countries.
- 0 premium suppliers & manufacturers 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 2026-06-23.
Global Supplier & Manufacturer Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Red Miso
Analyze 100 supplier-linked transactions across the top 7 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Red Miso.
Red Miso Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Red Miso to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Red Miso: China (-73.3%), Brazil (+27.3%), United Arab Emirates (-22.5%).
Red Miso Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-07, benchmark Red Miso country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-12, countries with visible Red Miso transaction unit prices: United States (2.26 USD / kg), Japan (1.69 USD / kg).
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Japan | +2.5% | 62 | 2.18 USD / kg (2,131 kg) | 3.45 USD / kg (35,789.26 kg) | 1.86 USD / kg (61,726 kg) | 1.51 USD / kg (62,358.72 kg) | 1.90 USD / kg (3,240.4 kg) | 1.69 USD / kg (17,572.8 kg) | ||||||
| United States | +1.6% | 24 | 3.22 USD / kg (1,146.04 kg) | 2.81 USD / kg (3,135.79 kg) | - (-) | 3.10 USD / kg (2,792.89 kg) | 2.19 USD / kg (900 kg) | 2.26 USD / kg (319.38 kg) | ||||||
| China | -73.3% | 7 | 1.83 USD / kg (500 kg) | - (-) | 1.05 USD / kg (535 kg) | - (-) | 1.78 USD / kg (19,353 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| United Arab Emirates | -22.5% | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Kazakhstan | -3.5% | 2 | 2.25 USD / kg (400.8 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 2.12 USD / kg (316.5 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Lithuania | - | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 18.10 USD / kg (24.3 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Brazil | +27.3% | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 2.24 USD / kg (94 kg) | - (-) | - (-) |
Red Miso Global Supply Chain Coverage
142 companies
84 exporters and 58 importers are mapped for Red Miso.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Red Miso, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Red Miso Export Supplier & Manufacturer Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
84 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Red Miso. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Red Miso Top Exporters, Manufacturers, and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 84 total exporter companies in the Red Miso supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-24
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: South Korea, Vietnam
Supplying Products: Miso, Red Miso, White Miso
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-04
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: South Korea
Supplying Products: Miso, Red Miso
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-07-25
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: South Korea
Supplying Products: Miso, Red Miso
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-30
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: South Korea
Supplying Products: Miso, Red Miso
(United Kingdom)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-23
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTrade
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-23
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: South Korea
Supplying Products: Miso, White Miso, Red Miso
Red Miso Global Exporter Coverage
84 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Red Miso supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Top Exporting Countries for Red Miso (HS Code 210390) in 2024
For Red 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 |
Red Miso Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Red Miso Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
58 importer companies are mapped for Red Miso demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Red Miso Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-23
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-08-17
Industries: Freight Forwarding And IntermodalLand TransportOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-23
Industries: Air TransportFreight Forwarding And IntermodalLand TransportOthersShipping And Water Transport
Value Chain Roles: -
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-12
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Food Services And Drinking PlacesFood WholesalersFreight Forwarding And IntermodalOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Peru)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-12
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-10-02
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 5M - 10M
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
58 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Red Miso.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Red Miso (HS Code 210390) in 2024
For Red 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 |
Red Miso Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormPaste
Industry PositionProcessed Food Product
Market
Red miso (aka miso) is a fermented soybean paste used globally as an umami-forward seasoning, with a darker color and stronger flavor profile associated with longer fermentation and maturation. Commercial production is strongly associated with Japan’s traditional miso industry, while consumption has broadened internationally alongside the global spread of Japanese cuisine and fermented-food interest. In trade classification, miso is commonly handled within the HS 2103.90 “sauces and preparations/condiments” category (country extensions may specify miso explicitly). Because miso is a processed, salted, fermented paste, supply is generally year-round, but trade performance can be sensitive to regulatory compliance (allergen labeling and composition claims) and upstream soybean input volatility.
Market GrowthGrowing (medium-to-long term)international demand expansion alongside broader adoption of Japanese cuisine and fermented seasonings
Major Producing Countries
- JapanTraditional origin and a key commercial manufacturing base; miso is defined in Japanese food labeling context as a semisolid paste made primarily from soybeans fermented/matured with koji and salt.
- ChinaCommercial production and export shipments of miso/soybean paste are observed in customs import records under HS 2103 subheadings; product definitions may vary by importer documentation.
Major Exporting Countries
Supply Calendar
- Japan:Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecManufactured product; production and export availability are generally year-round rather than harvest-seasonal.
- China:Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecManufactured product; shipments observed across the calendar year in importer-side customs records.
Specification
Major VarietiesAka (red) miso, Shiro (white) miso, Yellow miso, Kome (rice) miso, Mugi (barley) miso, Mame (soybean) miso, Awase (mixed/blended) miso
Physical Attributes
- Semisolid fermented paste; color ranges from light (white/yellow) to dark (red), with darker varieties typically having a richer, more robust flavor
- Umami-rich seasoning paste commonly dissolved into liquids (e.g., soups) or used as a base for marinades and sauces
Compositional Metrics
- Salt level and fermentation/maturation extent are key commercial levers affecting flavor intensity and preservation
- Koji type (grain substrate and culture) and soybean-to-koji ratio influence sweetness/saltiness balance and final color development
Packaging
- Retail tubs (plastic) and stand-up pouches for refrigerated distribution
- Shelf-stable tubes or pouches for certain formulations and market positioning
- Bulk pails/pouches for foodservice and industrial kitchens
ProcessingKoji-based fermentation and maturation are core; some products are pasteurized to stabilize for wider distributionFermentation duration and temperature management materially influence color development (red/brown) and flavor intensity
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Soybeans/grains/salt procurement -> koji making -> soybean cooking and mixing (shikomi) -> fermentation/maturation -> (optional) pasteurization -> packaging -> distribution (often chilled for quality)
Demand Drivers
- Global adoption of Japanese cuisine (miso soup and broader culinary applications)
- Use of miso as an umami-forward seasoning in home cooking and foodservice
- Interest in fermented foods and traditional fermentation-based flavor profiles
Temperature
- Often sold and stored refrigerated in retail to preserve quality; shelf-stable options also exist depending on product and processing
- After opening, refrigerated storage and contamination control help maintain quality and reduce surface spoilage/oxidation
Shelf Life
- Salted fermentation supports relatively long keeping quality compared with fresh condiments, but flavor and color can shift over time (oxidation and continued maturation)
- Handling practices (clean utensils, tight sealing) are important for minimizing quality loss after opening
Risks
Regulatory Compliance HighMiso is an allergen-relevant processed food (soy is inherent; some varieties use cereal grains such as barley, and some products may be blended with other ingredients). Inconsistent allergen declarations, composition claims, or additive use versus destination-market rules can trigger import holds, recalls, or delistings that rapidly disrupt trade and brand access in key channels.Implement robust allergen management and label governance (ingredient verification, translation control, and periodic regulatory review) aligned with Codex labeling principles and destination-market requirements.
Input Cost Volatility MediumRed miso costs and availability are sensitive to soybean and grain input markets, as well as salt and energy costs for controlled fermentation/maturation and storage. Sudden soybean price shocks can compress margins or force reformulation and pack-size changes that affect buyer acceptance.Use multi-origin soybean procurement, forward contracting where feasible, and maintain validated reformulation options (e.g., salt targets and grain ratios) that preserve sensory performance.
Food Safety MediumFermentation is a controlled biological process; deviations in salt concentration, temperature control, hygiene, or post-process handling can increase spoilage risk and create quality defects that lead to customer complaints or withdrawals. Cross-contact risks are also material in facilities handling multiple allergens.Operate HACCP-based controls for fermentation parameters and sanitation, and validate cleaning/allergen changeover procedures with routine verification testing.
Product Quality Drift LowEven when safe, miso can experience sensory drift over time (darkening, flavor changes) due to oxidation and ongoing maturation, which can increase buyer disputes in long-distance distribution or slow-moving retail.Optimize packaging oxygen barriers and headspace control, manage temperature exposure in distribution, and set market-appropriate best-before windows backed by stability testing.
Sustainability
- Upstream soybean supply-chain land-use change and deforestation risk in major soybean-producing regions (relevant to sourcing policies and buyer ESG requirements)
- Packaging waste management for high-volume retail packs (plastic tubs and multilayer pouches)
- Potential reformulation pressure related to sodium reduction initiatives and nutrition policy scrutiny in some markets
Labor & Social
- Soy supply-chain traceability expectations (including social and community impact concerns in agricultural expansion areas)
- Consumer transparency expectations for allergens and ingredient declarations (trust and brand risk)
FAQ
What makes red miso different from white miso?Red miso (aka miso) is typically fermented and matured longer than lighter miso styles, which contributes to a darker color and a stronger, richer flavor profile. Lighter styles such as white (shiro) miso are generally milder in taste and lighter in color.
How is miso made at a high level?Miso is made by combining cooked soybeans with koji (grains cultured with koji mold) and salt, then fermenting and maturing the mixture into a semisolid paste. Producers manage fermentation and maturation conditions to achieve the target flavor, aroma, and color.
Does miso need refrigeration in international distribution?Many miso products are sold and stored refrigerated to preserve quality, though shelf-stable options also exist depending on how the product is formulated and processed. For opened product, refrigerated storage and good handling (tight sealing and avoiding contamination) help maintain quality over time.
Sources
Red Miso Country Coverage for Suppliers, Manufacturers, Export Flows, and Prices
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China
Colombia
Kazakhstan
United States
Brazil
Costa Rica
Argentina
Italy
Germany
United Kingdom
Thailand
France
All country market pages: China, Colombia, Kazakhstan, United States, Brazil, Costa Rica, Argentina, Italy, Germany, United Kingdom, Thailand, France, Netherlands, Belgium, Canada, Mexico, Philippines, Hong Kong, Poland, Australia, Spain, Japan, Peru, South Korea, Indonesia, Austria, Malaysia, South Africa, Hungary, Saudi Arabia, Sweden, United Arab Emirates, Guatemala, Ireland, Switzerland, Czechia, Singapore, Vietnam, Oman, Romania, India, Ecuador, Croatia, Finland, Denmark, Turkiye, Estonia, Portugal, Norway, New Zealand, Slovakia, Kuwait, Serbia, Chile, Jamaica, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Greece, Ukraine, Honduras, Lithuania, Israel, Nigeria, Andorra, Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, 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, Nicaragua, Nepal, Panama, Pakistan, Paraguay, Qatar, Slovenia, Senegal, Swaziland, Togo, Tunisia, Tanzania, Uganda, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Zambia, Zimbabwe
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