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Yeast Market Overview 2026

Sub Product
Baker's Yeast, Brewer's Yeast, Distiller's Yeast, Feed Yeast, +4
Derived Products
Blended Whisky, Bourbon, Bread Mix, Breadcrumbs, +78
HS Code
210210
Last Updated
2026-04-29
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
  • Yeast market coverage spans 160 countries.
  • 3,327 exporter companies and 4,625 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
  • 23,137 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
  • 4 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
  • Wholesale sample entries: 3; farmgate sample entries: 0.
  • Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
  • Page data last updated on 2026-04-29.

Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Yeast

Analyze 23,137 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Yeast.

Yeast Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum

Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Yeast to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Yeast: United States (+263.5%), France (+67.0%), Belgium (+58.8%).

Yeast Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary

As of 2025-06, benchmark Yeast country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-11, countries with visible Yeast transaction unit prices: Switzerland (37.63 USD / kg), Slovakia (21.66 USD / kg), Italy (16.76 USD / kg), Denmark (14.96 USD / kg), France (11.29 USD / kg), 15 more countries.
CountryYoY ChangeTransaction Count2025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-042026-05
China+5.5%4,6482.40 USD / kg (5,209,612.74 kg)2.41 USD / kg (5,913,356.721 kg)2.22 USD / kg (5,219,106.18 kg)2.17 USD / kg (7,476,327.21 kg)2.50 USD / kg (6,276,031.02 kg)1.93 USD / kg (6,101,929.449 kg)
United States+263.5%1,8873.85 USD / kg (579,053.661 kg)4.82 USD / kg (666,802.158 kg)3.86 USD / kg (791,270.885 kg)12.77 USD / kg (392,131.886 kg)5.15 USD / kg (564,136.553 kg)6.81 USD / kg (285,767.319 kg)
France+67.0%1,1363.99 USD / kg (697,247.766 kg)4.89 USD / kg (505,271.456 kg)5.61 USD / kg (478,955.078 kg)5.31 USD / kg (640,127.8 kg)9.42 USD / kg (661,585.366 kg)11.29 USD / kg (498,084.758 kg)
Vietnam-7.0%4891.59 USD / kg (932,200 kg)1.48 USD / kg (991,630 kg)1.45 USD / kg (975,906 kg)1.68 USD / kg (672,852 kg)1.40 USD / kg (661,851 kg)1.36 USD / kg (624,340 kg)
Germany+14.5%3516.89 USD / kg (205,383.9 kg)9.52 USD / kg (206,644.99 kg)8.35 USD / kg (122,038.31 kg)6.96 USD / kg (376,324.58 kg)6.92 USD / kg (164,293.83 kg)7.55 USD / kg (104,435.65 kg)
Belgium+58.8%4886.88 USD / kg (111,663.3 kg)22.71 USD / kg (175,053.829 kg)12.76 USD / kg (162,778.204 kg)12.79 USD / kg (172,396.334 kg)6.74 USD / kg (175,907.492 kg)5.55 USD / kg (154,643.2 kg)
India+7.3%4203.91 USD / kg (20,281.82 kg)3.41 USD / kg (24,246.5 kg)3.65 USD / kg (30,029.415 kg)7.44 USD / kg (17,601.5 kg)3.72 USD / kg (12,857.46 kg)5.01 USD / kg (25,692.05 kg)
Italy+25.5%41018.23 USD / kg (6,352.98 kg)17.15 USD / kg (191,387 kg)10.46 USD / kg (125,317.6 kg)16.21 USD / kg (90,606.88 kg)13.14 USD / kg (113,340.5 kg)16.76 USD / kg (119,506.46 kg)
Denmark-2.4%34314.78 USD / kg (11,645.4 kg)24.62 USD / kg (4,745.4 kg)62.03 USD / kg (19,556.6 kg)21.89 USD / kg (26,511.76 kg)43.74 USD / kg (4,591.42 kg)14.96 USD / kg (43,886 kg)
Argentina+10.7%3,1221.56 USD / kg (3,074,772.688 kg)1.47 USD / kg (3,884,843.073 kg)1.49 USD / kg (3,778,936.573 kg)1.59 USD / kg (4,532,165.846 kg)1.95 USD / kg (3,423,623.6 kg)1.60 USD / kg (1,842,339.396 kg)
Yeast Global Supply Chain Coverage
7,952 companies
3,327 exporters and 4,625 importers are mapped for Yeast.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Yeast, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.

Yeast Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals

3,327 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Yeast. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.

Yeast Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners

4 premium Yeast suppliers include country, industry, and contactability signals to prioritize credible export partners faster.
Hao Quang Coconut One Member Company Limited
Vietnam
Crop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Bakels Sweden AB
Sweden
Food Manufacturing
MOLINO ROSSETTO SPA logo
MOLINO ROSSETTO SPA
Italy
Food ManufacturingBeverage ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
POLSELLI SPA logo
POLSELLI SPA
Italy
Food Wholesalers
Become a Premium Supplier to join the Tridge Supply Chain Network and advance your marketing and export channel strategy.

Yeast Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles

Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 3,327 total exporter companies in the Yeast supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Ireland)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-10-16
Recently Export Partner Companies: 3
Industries: OthersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingFarming / Production / Processing / PackingTrade
(Brazil)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-06-19
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: OthersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: OthersFood Manufacturing
(Italy)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-29
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 5M - 10M
Industries: Food ManufacturingBeverage ManufacturingBrokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTradeFood Manufacturing
(France)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-29
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 50M - 100M
Industries: OthersFood ManufacturingBeverage Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingFarming / Production / Processing / PackingDistribution / Wholesale
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-26
Recently Export Partner Companies: 4
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Food Services And Drinking PlacesFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTradeDistribution / Wholesale
(Switzerland)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-29
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: OthersBeverage Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / Wholesale
Yeast Global Exporter Coverage
3,327 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Yeast supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Yeast opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.

Top Exporting Countries for Yeast (HS Code 210210) in 2024

For Yeast in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
RankCountryVolumeValue
1Turkiye99,487,340 kg245,843,539 USD
2Canada70,031,839.549 kg186,188,550.371 USD
3Mexico401,191,018 kg105,390,502 USD
4Egypt28,866,105.418 kg99,990,799.388 USD
5Belgium16,181,604.499 kg95,648,105.422 USD
6Italy39,865,278 kg89,850,517.692 USD
7Germany71,357,738.16 kg89,212,469.911 USD
8Denmark8,330,521.624 kg64,970,582.551 USD
9Poland26,231,803.416 kg39,557,256 USD
10Ukraine41,123,892.3 kg38,765,890.17 USD

Yeast Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary

Track Yeast exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.

Yeast Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks

4,625 importer companies are mapped for Yeast demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.

Yeast Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners

Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 4,625 total importer companies tracked for Yeast. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Turkiye)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-29
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood WholesalersOnline Retail And Fulfillment
Value Chain Roles: -
(Ukraine)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-13
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Russia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-29
Recently Import Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Ukraine)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-09-10
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Kazakhstan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-29
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-29
Industries: Animal ProductionFood PackagingBrokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
4,625 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Yeast.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Yeast buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.

Top Import Demand Countries for Yeast (HS Code 210210) in 2024

For Yeast in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
RankCountryVolumeValue
1United States105,689,512 kg355,148,220 USD
2Germany50,310,596.661 kg79,921,770.642 USD
3Brazil25,679,314.2 kg62,830,909 USD
4United Kingdom25,481,116.432 kg61,566,242.693 USD
5Poland94,057,839.726 kg55,538,925 USD
6Italy9,706,815.676 kg45,616,412.521 USD
7India10,408,709 kg36,142,640.516 USD
8Philippines13,408,089.42 kg35,994,397 USD
9Belgium15,101,388.628 kg35,313,676.676 USD
10Denmark8,004,674.166 kg34,976,022.603 USD

Yeast Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary

Analyze Yeast origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.

Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Yeast

Yeast Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country

Monthly Yeast wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-11, countries with visible Yeast wholesale unit prices: Ukraine (0.15 USD / kg).
Country2025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-042026-05
Ukraine0.21 USD / kg0.15 USD / kg0.15 USD / kg0.16 USD / kg0.15 USD / kg0.15 USD / kg

Yeast Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries

Compare Yeast wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 1 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
RankCountryAverageLowerUpperYoY
1Ukraine0.22 USD / kg0.13 USD / kg0.66 USD / kg-47.8%

Latest Yeast Wholesale Export Price Updates

Use the latest 3 Yeast wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
DateEntry NameUnit Price (USD) 
2026-04-01Дрі**** **** ********** * **** ********* * ******* ****0.66 USD / kg
2026-04-01Дрі**** ************* ** ** ******** * ******* ****0.14 USD / kg
2025-09-01Дрі**** ************* ******* ** ** * ******* ****0.16 USD / kg

Classification

Product TypeIngredient
Product FormDry (Active Dry / Instant)
Industry PositionFood Ingredient

Market

Yeast is a globally traded fermentation-derived ingredient used primarily for bread leavening and for alcoholic beverage fermentation, with additional demand in savory and nutrition applications. Supply is produced year-round in industrial plants, often located near sugar or molasses feedstocks and major food manufacturing clusters. International trade is most visible for shelf-stable dry baker’s yeast and specialty strains supplied to large bakeries, breweries, and ingredient blenders. Market dynamics are shaped by feedstock and energy costs, stringent food safety expectations for microbiological purity, and the need for consistent fermentation performance across batches.
Major Producing Countries
  • ChinaMajor industrial yeast manufacturing base with large-scale baker’s yeast and yeast derivatives production.
  • FranceHome to a major global yeast producer and long-established fermentation industry.
  • CanadaSignificant yeast and fermentation ingredient manufacturing presence serving food and beverage industries.
  • United StatesLarge downstream bakery and brewing demand supported by domestic and imported yeast supply.
Supply Calendar
  • China:Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecIndustrial fermentation output is produced year-round; shipments track demand and plant scheduling rather than harvest seasonality.
  • European Union:Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecYear-round production from industrial plants; seasonality is mainly demand-driven (e.g., bakery peaks) rather than agricultural harvest.
  • North America:Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecYear-round production and trade; dry yeast is commonly shipped ambient, while fresh yeast distribution is more regional due to refrigeration needs.

Specification

Major VarietiesBaker’s yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) — fresh compressed, Baker’s yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) — active dry, Baker’s yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) — instant dry, Brewer’s yeast strains (ale and lager lineages), Wine yeast strains, Nutritional yeast (inactive)
Physical Attributes
  • Fresh compressed yeast: beige to tan blocks/crumbles with high moisture content and requires refrigeration
  • Active dry and instant dry yeast: beige granules with low moisture and improved stability for ambient shipment
  • High sensitivity of performance to heat and humidity exposure during storage
Compositional Metrics
  • Viable cell count and fermentation activity (leavening power) used for performance specification
  • Moisture content used to distinguish fresh vs. dry formats and to manage stability
  • Microbiological criteria (e.g., limits for pathogens and spoilage organisms) used for food safety assurance
Grades
  • Food-grade baker’s yeast
  • Brewing and distilling strains (specialty cultures)
  • Feed-grade yeast and yeast products (where permitted by local regulations)
Packaging
  • Vacuum-packed blocks for fresh compressed yeast (typically refrigerated distribution)
  • Foil sachets and composite canisters for retail dry yeast
  • Multiwall paper bags with liners, big bags, or fiber drums for industrial dry yeast
ProcessingFreeze-tolerant and osmotolerant variants used for specific bakery formulations (e.g., frozen dough, sweet dough)Strain selection and propagation controls used to maintain consistent fermentation kinetics

Supply Chain

Value Chain
  • Sugar/molasses sourcing and treatment -> sterilization -> inoculum build-up -> aerobic fermentation -> biomass separation -> washing -> pressing (fresh yeast) or drying (dry yeast) -> packaging -> distribution
  • Specialty strain supply often includes controlled culture handling, cold storage where required, and technical support for customer fermentation performance
Demand Drivers
  • Industrial and artisanal bakery demand for consistent leavening performance
  • Beer, wine, and spirits fermentation demand for specific flavor and process attributes
  • Growth in convenience baking mixes and home baking formats in some markets (supporting retail dry yeast)
Temperature
  • Fresh compressed yeast requires refrigerated storage and refrigerated transport to preserve activity
  • Dry yeast is generally shipped and stored ambient but is sensitive to heat and humidity; temperature excursions can reduce viability
Shelf Life
  • Fresh yeast has a materially shorter usable life than dry formats and is more exposed to cold-chain breaks
  • Dry yeast offers longer stability for international trade when protected from moisture and excessive heat

Risks

Feedstock And Energy Volatility HighIndustrial yeast production depends on sugar or molasses feedstocks and significant energy for aeration, cooling, and (for dry yeast) drying; sharp increases in feedstock or energy costs, or outages at major plants, can quickly tighten availability and raise prices for bakers and brewers.Qualify multiple suppliers across regions, use dual-format sourcing (fresh and dry where feasible), and contract for critical volumes with clear performance specs and contingency clauses.
Food Safety MediumContamination risks (microbiological or foreign matter) in high-volume fermentation and drying operations can trigger recalls or customer shutdowns, especially for products used in ready-to-eat or sensitive applications.Require validated HACCP/FSSC/ISO 22000 programs, lot traceability, and routine testing aligned to buyer microbiological specifications.
Quality Consistency MediumBatch-to-batch variability in yeast activity, strain purity, or storage damage can cause production losses for industrial bakeries and beverage fermentations, making supplier qualification and handling discipline critical.Set acceptance criteria for activity and viability, maintain storage controls, and establish technical support and corrective-action workflows with suppliers.
Regulatory Compliance MediumRegulatory expectations differ by market for strain documentation, labeling claims (e.g., inactive/nutritional yeast), and allowable processing aids, creating compliance risk in multi-market distribution.Maintain region-specific regulatory dossiers, align labeling and claims review to destination-market rules, and track updates via official food safety regulators and Codex guidance.
Sustainability
  • Energy use and associated emissions from large-scale aerobic fermentation, drying, and utilities
  • Wastewater management (high organic load) from fermentation and downstream washing steps
  • Upstream agricultural footprint of sugar/molasses feedstocks (sourcing practices and land-use considerations)
Labor & Social
  • Worker safety risks in fermentation operations (CO2 exposure, confined spaces, chemicals for CIP/sanitation)
  • Occupational safety in drying, dust control, and material handling in bulk ingredient plants

FAQ

What is the key trade difference between fresh compressed yeast and dry yeast?Fresh compressed yeast is highly active but requires refrigerated storage and transport, making it more regionally distributed and sensitive to cold-chain breaks. Dry yeast (active dry or instant) is more stable for ambient shipment and is therefore better suited to longer-distance and export supply chains.
Which HS heading is commonly used to track yeast in global trade statistics?Yeast is commonly tracked under HS heading 2102 in many trade statistics systems, which covers yeasts and certain related products. Trade databases such as ITC Trade Map and UN Comtrade use HS-based reporting to compile import and export flows under this heading.
What are typical buyer specification checkpoints for food-grade yeast?Buyers commonly specify fermentation performance (activity/leavening power), viability, moisture appropriate to the format (fresh vs. dry), and microbiological criteria to support food safety and shelf-life expectations. Packaging integrity and storage/handling requirements are also emphasized because heat and humidity exposure can reduce performance.

Yeast Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices

Explore country-level Yeast market pages for supplier coverage, trade flows, and price benchmarks.
All country market pages: China, United States, France, India, Uzbekistan, Brazil, South Korea, Germany, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, Belgium, Italy, Russia, Poland, Denmark, Ecuador, Japan, Israel, Mexico, Spain, United Kingdom, Peru, Chile, Egypt, Czechia, Estonia, Armenia, Austria, Indonesia, Thailand, Ukraine, Vietnam, Canada, Paraguay, South Africa, United Arab Emirates, Philippines, Switzerland, Dominican Republic, Hong Kong, Australia, Tanzania, Hungary, Zambia, Bulgaria, Bolivia, Uganda, Sri Lanka, Serbia, Singapore, Ethiopia, Kazakhstan, Croatia, Guatemala, Ivory Coast, Costa Rica, Argentina, Colombia, Netherlands, Uruguay, Malaysia, Sweden, Norway, Portugal, Pakistan, Lithuania, New Zealand, Romania, Greece, Liechtenstein, Sudan, Ireland, Slovenia, Slovakia, Finland, Iraq, Algeria, Nigeria, Andorra, Afghanistan, Albania, Angola, Aruba, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Bangladesh, Burkina Faso, Bahrain, Burundi, Benin, Bermuda, Brunei, Bahamas, Bhutan, Botswana, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Cuba, Cyprus, Fiji, Gabon, Georgia, Ghana, Gibraltar, Gambia, Equatorial Guinea, Honduras, Iran, Iceland, Jamaica, Jordan, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, Kuwait, Laos, Lebanon, Liberia, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Latvia, Morocco, Moldova, Montenegro, Madagascar, Marshall Islands, Macedonia, Mali, Myanmar [Burma], Mongolia, Macao, Malta, Mauritius, Maldives, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nicaragua, Nepal, Oman, Panama, Puerto Rico, Qatar, Rwanda, Seychelles, Senegal, South Sudan, El Salvador, Swaziland, Togo, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Tunisia, Trinidad and Tobago, Taiwan, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Venezuela, Zimbabwe
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