Raw Materials
Cabbage Kimchi
HS Code
200599
Last Updated
2026-06-11
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Stir-Fried Kimchi market coverage spans 132 countries.
- 52 exporter companies and 54 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 678 supplier- and manufacturer-linked transactions are summarized across the top 4 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 2026-06-11.
Global Supplier & Manufacturer Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Stir-Fried Kimchi
Analyze 678 supplier-linked transactions across the top 4 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Stir-Fried Kimchi.
Stir-Fried Kimchi Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Stir-Fried Kimchi to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Stir-Fried Kimchi: Vietnam (-37.6%), South Korea (+26.5%), China (-0.4%).
Stir-Fried Kimchi Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
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In 2025-12, countries with visible Stir-Fried Kimchi transaction unit prices: South Korea (5.72 USD / kg), China (1.11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| China | -0.4% | 665 | 1.04 USD / kg (210,159 kg) | 1.10 USD / kg (200,763 kg) | 1.08 USD / kg (292,648 kg) | 1.01 USD / kg (224,823 kg) | 1.05 USD / kg (230,461 kg) | 1.11 USD / kg (283,143 kg) | ||||||
| South Korea | +26.5% | 6 | - (-) | 0.69 USD / kg (30 kg) | - (-) | 2.70 USD / kg (370 kg) | 4.37 USD / kg (75 kg) | 5.72 USD / kg (450 kg) | ||||||
| Thailand | - | 3 | - (-) | - (-) | 1.55 USD / kg (34,260 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Vietnam | -37.6% | 4 | - (-) | 1.69 USD / kg (107.8 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Stir-Fried Kimchi Global Supply Chain Coverage
106 companies
52 exporters and 54 importers are mapped for Stir-Fried Kimchi.
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Stir-Fried Kimchi Export Supplier & Manufacturer Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
52 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Stir-Fried Kimchi. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Stir-Fried Kimchi Top Exporters, Manufacturers, and Supplier Profiles
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(South Korea)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-11
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
Exporting Countries: Vietnam
Supplying Products: Stir-Fried Kimchi
(South Korea)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-11
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Pancake, Stir-Fried Kimchi
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-27
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: South Korea, Vietnam, United States
Supplying Products: Cabbage Kimchi, Stir-Fried Kimchi, Cubed Radish Kimchi +5
(South Korea)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-11
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Pancake, Stir-Fried Kimchi
(South Korea)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-11
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-07-16
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Stir-Fried Kimchi Global Exporter Coverage
52 companies
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Top Exporting Countries for Stir-Fried Kimchi (HS Code 200599) in 2024
For Stir-Fried Kimchi in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Netherlands | 128,786,046 kg | 365,499,660.31 USD |
| 2 | Italy | 124,738,090 kg | 278,243,026.466 USD |
| 3 | Spain | 127,679,907.665 kg | 232,477,533.332 USD |
| 4 | South Korea | 50,599,987.191 kg | 178,125,934 USD |
| 5 | Turkiye | 80,835,401 kg | 155,589,398 USD |
| 6 | Poland | 59,445,135 kg | 144,450,634 USD |
| 7 | Germany | 44,890,550.081 kg | 140,746,853.88 USD |
| 8 | Belgium | 63,249,833.46 kg | 131,302,672.348 USD |
| 9 | United States | 69,019,870 kg | 110,707,951 USD |
| 10 | Mexico | 40,349,343 kg | 93,529,106 USD |
Stir-Fried Kimchi Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Stir-Fried Kimchi Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
54 importer companies are mapped for Stir-Fried Kimchi demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Stir-Fried Kimchi Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-11
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Poland)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-11
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-11
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: South Korea
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-25
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-19
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
54 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Stir-Fried Kimchi.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Stir-Fried Kimchi (HS Code 200599) in 2024
For Stir-Fried Kimchi in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 378,985,641.237 kg | 752,975,992 USD |
| 2 | Germany | 178,252,491.58 kg | 470,957,340.421 USD |
| 3 | Japan | 165,653,120 kg | 358,144,072.64 USD |
| 4 | South Korea | 415,277,027.118 kg | 303,747,862 USD |
| 5 | United Kingdom | 95,757,781.993 kg | 228,372,859.181 USD |
| 6 | Belgium | 59,221,816.291 kg | 167,316,455.63 USD |
| 7 | Netherlands | 54,156,799 kg | 143,636,909.287 USD |
| 8 | Canada | 53,741,761.656 kg | 142,036,410.273 USD |
| 9 | Australia | 57,808,598.87 kg | 110,112,425.76 USD |
| 10 | Italy | 31,342,194.498 kg | 68,129,463.912 USD |
Stir-Fried Kimchi Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormCooked (Ready-to-eat)
Industry PositionValue-Added Processed Vegetable Product
Market
Stir-fried kimchi is a value-added, ready-to-eat processed vegetable product that builds on the global trade footprint of packaged kimchi and broader “K-food” demand. Cross-border demand is strongly associated with South Korea’s branded kimchi industry, with Japan and the United States repeatedly cited among leading destination markets for Korea’s kimchi exports. The category also faces competitive pressure from lower-cost industrial kimchi supply, notably from China in markets where imported kimchi is widely used in foodservice. Product logistics and market access hinge on whether SKUs are chilled (cold-chain dependent) versus retort/canned (shelf-stable), alongside labeling and additive compliance expectations in importing markets.
Market GrowthGrowing (recent years)export expansion alongside wider global adoption of Korean cuisine, with category growth particularly visible through rising packaged kimchi exports from South Korea (kimchi-wide proxy; stir-fried variants may not be separately reported in trade statistics)
Major Producing Countries
- South KoreaCore origin for commercial kimchi products and a major base for branded export manufacturing; stir-fried variants are commonly produced as ready-to-eat side dishes.
- ChinaLarge-scale industrial production base for kimchi-type products and a major supplier into markets seeking lower-cost kimchi inputs.
Major Exporting Countries
- South KoreaKey exporter of branded packaged kimchi products; export growth and record-high expectations have been reported using Korea Customs Service data.
- ChinaMajor supplier of exported kimchi products into price-sensitive channels and import-dependent markets.
Major Importing Countries
- JapanFrequently reported as a leading destination for South Korea’s kimchi exports (proxy indicator for demand for value-added kimchi products).
- United StatesMajor destination for South Korea’s kimchi exports and a key growth market for Korean cuisine retail and foodservice.
- NetherlandsReported destination market for South Korea’s kimchi exports; also functions as an EU logistics gateway for some Asian food imports.
Supply Calendar
- South Korea:Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecManufacturing can run year-round using contracted cabbage supply, cold storage, and continuous processing; chilled vs shelf-stable formats determine distribution constraints more than seasonality.
- China:Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecIndustrial-scale manufacturing supports year-round export supply; trade competitiveness is often price-driven.
Specification
Major VarietiesBaechu kimchi (napa cabbage-based) — dominant base for stir-fried kimchi products, Radish kimchi variants (e.g., diced radish styles) — used in some cooked side-dish products
Physical Attributes
- Chopped or sliced kimchi pieces in a sautéed (oil-coated) matrix with softened texture compared with fresh kimchi
- Red-orange color from chili seasoning; visible vegetable and spice particulates
- Cooked aroma and flavor notes layered onto fermented acidity
Compositional Metrics
- Salt level and acidity/pH specifications are commonly used to manage flavor consistency and microbial stability
- Oil content becomes a buyer-relevant parameter for stir-fried variants (sensory mouthfeel, calorie positioning, and oxidation risk)
Packaging
- Chilled retail tubs or trays with lidded seals
- Stand-up pouches (including vacuum or modified-atmosphere formats for chilled products)
- Retort pouches or cans for shelf-stable ready-to-eat lines
- Foodservice bulk packs for kitchen preparation and topping use
ProcessingThermal stir-frying typically reduces viable lactic acid bacteria compared with uncooked kimchi; product positioning may emphasize flavor/convenience rather than live-culture attributesHeat and oil exposure increase the importance of oxidation control (packaging oxygen barrier and storage conditions)Texture can soften during cooking and distribution; cut size, moisture management, and cooling rate affect final quality
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Raw vegetables sourcing → salting/brining → seasoning/mixing → fermentation/maturation → stir-frying/thermal processing → cooling → packaging (chilled or retort) → distribution (cold-chain or ambient) → retail/foodservice
Demand Drivers
- Convenience demand for ready-to-eat banchan-style products
- Global expansion of Korean cuisine in retail and foodservice
- Use as a cooking ingredient/topping in fusion menus and ready meals
Temperature
- Chilled SKUs require cold-chain continuity to preserve quality and manage microbial risk; shelf-stable retort/canned SKUs reduce cold-chain dependency
- Rapid post-cook cooling is important to protect texture and reduce time-in-temperature risk in ready-to-eat handling
Atmosphere Control
- Vacuum or modified-atmosphere packaging can help limit oxidation and aroma loss in oil-containing stir-fried variants, depending on format and distribution model
Shelf Life
- Shelf life is format-dependent: chilled products are shorter-life and quality-sensitive, while retort/canned formats extend shelf life and enable ambient shipping
- Quality degradation drivers include texture softening, oil oxidation, and flavor drift during storage
Risks
Food Safety HighAs a ready-to-eat processed vegetable product, stir-fried kimchi can face outsized trade disruption from a single food safety incident (e.g., contamination event leading to recalls, import alerts, or intensified border inspection), especially for chilled SKUs where post-cook handling and cold-chain control are critical.Implement HACCP-based controls with validated thermal process targets, strict post-cook hygiene and rapid cooling, environmental monitoring, and importer-aligned microbiological specifications and traceability.
Regulatory Compliance MediumImport requirements vary by market for labeling, allergens (often relevant when kimchi formulations include fish sauce or shrimp paste), additive permissions, and shelf-life substantiation; non-compliance can trigger detentions or reformulation costs.Map formulations to Codex GSFA and destination-market additive rules, maintain allergen controls and accurate multilingual labeling, and document process validation and shelf-life studies for the intended distribution temperature.
Climate MediumSupply and price volatility in key input vegetables (notably napa cabbage and radish) can tighten margins and disrupt contract fulfillment, particularly when extreme weather affects yields in major producing regions.Diversify sourcing regions, use forward contracts and buffer inventories where feasible, and maintain flexible formulations/pack sizes that can adapt to input price shocks without compromising compliance.
Logistics MediumChilled international distribution exposes the product to delays and temperature excursions that can shorten sellable life and increase rejection risk; ocean freight variability and port congestion can amplify losses.Select shelf-stable formats for long-haul lanes where appropriate, tighten cold-chain monitoring (data loggers), and align packaging selection to the expected transit profile and retail handling conditions.
Sustainability
- Packaging footprint: chilled tubs and multilayer pouches (including retort pouches) can create recycling challenges and higher packaging waste scrutiny
- Food loss risk increases when chilled distribution breaks or when forecasting errors lead to short-dated inventory write-offs
FAQ
Is stir-fried kimchi typically shelf-stable or refrigerated?It depends on the format. Many stir-fried kimchi products are sold as chilled ready-to-eat side dishes and require cold-chain distribution, while retort-pouched or canned versions are designed to be shelf-stable until opened.
Does stir-fried kimchi usually contain live fermentation cultures like regular kimchi?Often less so, because stir-frying is a heat process that typically reduces viable lactic acid bacteria compared with uncooked kimchi. If live-culture benefits matter for your use case, check the product’s labeling and storage instructions and confirm with the supplier.
What are common compliance or labeling pitfalls for exporting stir-fried kimchi?Key pitfalls include allergen declarations when formulations use fish sauce or shrimp paste, additive permissions and limits that vary by market, and shelf-life justification for the intended storage temperature. Many exporters align formulations and documentation to Codex and destination-market rules to reduce border rejections.
Sources
Stir-Fried Kimchi Country Coverage for Suppliers, Manufacturers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: Japan, United States, China, Netherlands, South Korea, Philippines, Germany, Peru, Italy, Vietnam, Spain, France, United Kingdom, Indonesia, Belgium, Canada, Australia, Turkiye, Poland, Saudi Arabia, Austria, Singapore, Mexico, Switzerland, Thailand, Macedonia, Sweden, United Arab Emirates, Greece, Hong Kong, Ireland, India, Czechia, Jordan, Denmark, Hungary, Romania, Israel, Portugal, Bulgaria, Kuwait, Lithuania, Finland, Uzbekistan, Croatia, Serbia, Malaysia, Honduras, Norway, Ecuador, Slovakia, Armenia, New Zealand, Luxembourg, Dominican Republic, South Africa, Morocco, Egypt, Oman, Slovenia, Brazil, Guatemala, Chile, Latvia, Panama, Andorra, Albania, Argentina, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Bahrain, Benin, Bermuda, Brunei, Bolivia, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Cyprus, Estonia, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gabon, Gambia, Iran, Iceland, Jamaica, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, Kazakhstan, Laos, Sri Lanka, Liberia, Lesotho, Moldova, Montenegro, Madagascar, Myanmar [Burma], Mongolia, Macao, Malta, Mauritius, Maldives, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Nicaragua, Nepal, Pakistan, Paraguay, Qatar, Senegal, El Salvador, Swaziland, Togo, Tunisia, Tanzania, Ukraine, Uganda, Uruguay, Zambia, Zimbabwe
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Raw materials: Cabbage Kimchi
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