HS Code
120190
Last Updated
2026-04-22
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Fresh Soybean market coverage spans 113 countries.
- 226 exporter companies and 193 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 118 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 15 countries.
- 2 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 2026-04-22.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Fresh Soybean
Analyze 118 supplier-linked transactions across the top 15 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Fresh Soybean.
Fresh Soybean Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Fresh Soybean to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Fresh Soybean: United States (+202.2%), Canada (+85.3%), China (+47.3%).
Fresh Soybean Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-05, benchmark Fresh Soybean country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Fresh Soybean transaction unit prices: China (0.85 USD / kg), Canada (0.75 USD / kg), Argentina (0.65 USD / kg), United States (0.57 USD / kg), Vietnam (0.50 USD / kg), 2 more countries.
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-05 | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | +85.3% | 35 | 0.71 USD / kg (280,150 kg) | 0.56 USD / kg (163,960 kg) | 0.51 USD / kg (2,909,020 kg) | 0.51 USD / kg (1,222,540 kg) | 0.56 USD / kg (382,840 kg) | 0.75 USD / kg (168,360 kg) | ||||||
| United States | +202.2% | 18 | 0.57 USD / kg (1,175,713 kg) | - (-) | 0.56 USD / kg (59,290 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | 0.57 USD / kg (4,912,976 kg) | ||||||
| Kazakhstan | +18.2% | 11 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 0.40 USD / kg (477,180 kg) | 0.40 USD / kg (271,890 kg) | ||||||
| Malaysia | - | 4 | - (-) | - (-) | 0.70 USD / kg (4,940 kg) | 0.69 USD / kg (2,940 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Ethiopia | +7.6% | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| China | +47.3% | 8 | - (-) | - (-) | 1.78 USD / kg (200 kg) | 0.16 USD / kg (4,000 kg) | 1.40 USD / kg (100 kg) | 0.85 USD / kg (14,080 kg) | ||||||
| Singapore | -15.4% | 7 | 0.37 USD / kg (49,410,368 kg) | 0.42 USD / kg (48,017,676 kg) | 0.43 USD / kg (45,369,612 kg) | 0.43 USD / kg (48,894,328 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Vietnam | +24.8% | 3 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 0.50 USD / kg (5 kg) | ||||||
| Cambodia | - | 14 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Argentina | - | 5 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 0.65 USD / kg (5,630,000 kg) |
Fresh Soybean Global Supply Chain Coverage
419 companies
226 exporters and 193 importers are mapped for Fresh Soybean.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Fresh Soybean, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Fresh Soybean Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
226 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Fresh Soybean. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Fresh Soybean Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners
2 premium Fresh Soybean suppliers include country, industry, and contactability signals to prioritize credible export partners faster.
Davis Trade & Commodities
United States
Brokers And Trade Agencies
EUROPEAN TRUST TRADERS
Belgium
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Food WholesalersOthersCrop Production
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Fresh Soybean Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 226 total exporter companies in the Fresh Soybean supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Brazil)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-22
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Norway
Supplying Products: Fresh Soybean, Dried Soybean
(Togo)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-22
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
(Russia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-22
Industries: Food PackagingCrop ProductionOthers
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing
(Bolivia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-22
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Russia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-22
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
(Kazakhstan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-22
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Freight Forwarding And Intermodal
Value Chain Roles: Logistics
Fresh Soybean Global Exporter Coverage
226 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Fresh Soybean supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Fresh Soybean opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.
Top Exporting Countries for Fresh Soybean (HS Code 120190) in 2024
For Fresh Soybean in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brazil | 98,806,252,478.258 kg | 42,933,786,344 USD |
| 2 | United States | 52,253,139,768 kg | 24,502,628,814 USD |
| 3 | Paraguay | 7,986,537,228 kg | 3,169,819,865.32 USD |
| 4 | Canada | 5,041,991,945 kg | 2,468,061,093.275 USD |
| 5 | Argentina | 4,130,971,840 kg | 1,795,711,359.72 USD |
| 6 | Ukraine | 4,260,595,660 kg | 1,686,622,776.99 USD |
| 7 | Netherlands | 415,886,013 kg | 229,847,458.688 USD |
| 8 | Croatia | 236,240,153.048 kg | 117,225,941 USD |
| 9 | Romania | 213,526,719.9 kg | 110,066,513.46 USD |
| 10 | Bolivia | 202,390,810 kg | 81,106,459.92 USD |
Fresh Soybean Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
Track Fresh Soybean exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.
Fresh Soybean Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
193 importer companies are mapped for Fresh Soybean demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Fresh Soybean Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 193 total importer companies tracked for Fresh Soybean. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(United Arab Emirates)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-22
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-22
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Indonesia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-22
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Bangladesh)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood WholesalersBrokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: -
(Taiwan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-05-10
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-22
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesOthersFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
193 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Fresh Soybean.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Fresh Soybean buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.
Top Import Demand Countries for Fresh Soybean (HS Code 120190) in 2024
For Fresh Soybean in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Argentina | 7,577,686,528 kg | 3,224,941,398.94 USD |
| 2 | Egypt | 3,439,710,991.107 kg | 1,986,097,660.098 USD |
| 3 | Thailand | 3,871,084,247.637 kg | 1,929,177,710.34 USD |
| 4 | Japan | 3,171,445,454.648 kg | 1,899,973,691.899 USD |
| 5 | Turkiye | 3,754,114,739 kg | 1,765,968,592 USD |
| 6 | Spain | 3,690,024,313.34 kg | 1,659,536,073.891 USD |
| 7 | Mexico | 3,224,221,643 kg | 1,439,776,389 USD |
| 8 | Netherlands | 2,475,596,923 kg | 1,199,527,708.37 USD |
| 9 | Italy | 2,515,978,903 kg | 1,197,373,346.961 USD |
| 10 | Germany | 2,379,262,365.093 kg | 1,118,554,496.031 USD |
Fresh Soybean Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
Analyze Fresh Soybean origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.
Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Fresh Soybean
Fresh Soybean Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Fresh Soybean wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Fresh Soybean wholesale unit prices: Taiwan (4.26 USD / kg), Thailand (3.37 USD / kg), Hong Kong (1.96 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-05 | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | 2.07 USD / kg | 1.93 USD / kg | 1.88 USD / kg | 1.96 USD / kg | 1.94 USD / kg | 1.96 USD / kg | ||||||
| Indonesia | 0.76 USD / kg | - | - | - | - | - | ||||||
| Thailand | 3.49 USD / kg | 3.53 USD / kg | 3.54 USD / kg | 3.70 USD / kg | 3.78 USD / kg | 3.37 USD / kg | ||||||
| Taiwan | 1.44 USD / kg | 1.72 USD / kg | 1.77 USD / kg | 1.52 USD / kg | 1.69 USD / kg | 4.26 USD / kg |
Fresh Soybean Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Fresh Soybean wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 4 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
Latest Fresh Soybean Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 5 Fresh Soybean wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
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Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFresh
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupLeguminous vegetable (vegetable soybean/edamame)
Scientific NameGlycine max (L.) Merr.
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
- Warm-season legume crop; performance depends on variety adaptation to photoperiod and temperature
- Adequate water supply is often cited as a constraint for expansion in some producing areas
- Rhizobia-associated nitrogen fixation supports use in diverse cropping systems
Main VarietiesVegetable soybean (edamame) cultivars selected for large seed size and eating quality, Japan- and Taiwan-linked export cultivars used in parts of Southeast Asian export systems
Consumption Forms
- Boiled/steamed pods consumed as snack/appetizer
- Shelled green beans used in mixed dishes (soups, salads, stir-fries)
- Frozen pods or frozen shelled beans for retail and foodservice
Grading Factors
- Uniform green pod color and freshness
- Pod integrity (minimizing split pods where intact pods are preferred)
- Low insect damage and disease blemishes
- Seed size and eating quality traits (sweetness; reduced beany flavor)
Planting to HarvestShort-duration crop; review literature cites ~65–75 days to harvest for vegetable soybean pods (variety and environment dependent).
Market
Fresh soybean in global food trade is typically the vegetable soybean harvested green (often marketed as edamame), sold as pods or shelled green beans for fresh consumption and, more commonly for long-distance trade, as frozen product. Production and consumption are concentrated in East and Southeast Asia, with China, Japan, and Taiwan frequently cited as leading producers, and Japan described as the largest importing market shaping export-oriented supply chains. Export flows are strongly linked to meeting quality and residue-compliance expectations in destination markets, which can rapidly affect market access. Outside Asia, demand growth is often tied to Asian cuisine adoption and health-oriented plant protein preferences, but fresh trade remains constrained by perishability and cold-chain requirements.
Market GrowthGrowing (recent decades)expanding cultivation and demand beyond core Asian markets, alongside continued dominance of Japan-linked import demand
Major Producing Countries
- ChinaLeading producer; review literature reports ~400,000 ha and ~2,000,000 t/year (2016) for vegetable soybean.
- JapanSignificant producer and described as the largest importing market; review literature reports ~13,000 ha and ~66,100 t (2019) for vegetable soybean production.
- TaiwanMajor producer; review literature reports ~9,180 ha and ~84,490 t (2018) for vegetable soybean production.
- ThailandExport-oriented producer under contract farming in some supply chains; review literature reports ~4,000 ha and ~25,000 t (2022) for vegetable soybean production.
- IndonesiaSmaller but referenced producer/exporter in Asia; review literature reports ~1,417 ha and ~11,202 t (2017) for vegetable soybean production.
Major Exporting Countries
- TaiwanCited among major suppliers to Japan’s import market for vegetable soybean/edamame trade.
- ChinaCited among major suppliers to Japan’s import market; also cited as a major source for U.S. market imports (often frozen).
- ThailandCited among major suppliers to Japan’s import market; review literature describes a large share of Thailand’s output exported to Japan as frozen pods/beans.
- IndonesiaCited among major suppliers to Japan’s import market for vegetable soybean/edamame trade.
- CanadaCited as one of the sources supplying the U.S. market for vegetable soybeans (often marketed frozen).
- GuatemalaCited as one of the sources supplying the U.S. market for vegetable soybeans (often marketed frozen).
Major Importing Countries
- JapanDescribed in review literature as the largest vegetable soybean importer and as a market that influences export supply chains.
- United StatesCited as a major consumer market where a large share of vegetable soybean consumption is supplied by imports (often frozen).
Supply Calendar
- Thailand:Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecReview literature describes year-round production, with export supply structured around two crops in some systems.
Specification
Major VarietiesVegetable soybean (edamame) cultivars (variety naming differs by origin and seed program), KPS292 (AGS292), Ryokkho 75 (No. 75), No. 2808, 75A, Chiang Mai 84-2, Tharn Kasem
Physical Attributes
- Harvested at the green-pod stage for consumption as a vegetable (pods or shelled green beans)
- Large seed size and sweet taste are frequently emphasized as differentiators from grain soybean
- Pod appearance (uniform green color; minimal blemishes) is a common buyer and consumer focus
Compositional Metrics
- Harvest maturity stage is a key specification point (vegetable soybeans are typically harvested before full dry-bean maturity)
- Eating-quality traits (sweetness and reduced beany flavor) are commonly used as commercial and breeding targets
Packaging
- Fresh pods packed for short domestic distribution in foodservice/retail packs and bulk cartons
- Frozen pods or shelled beans packed in sealed polymer bags inside cartons for export-oriented distribution
- Labeling and lot identification are commonly used to support traceability and compliance programs
ProcessingFrequently marketed as frozen product for long-distance trade due to perishability of fresh podsSuitable for blanching and freezing to stabilize color and eating quality for export channels
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Harvest at green-pod stage → field heat removal → washing/sorting → packing → refrigerated distribution (fresh market)
- Harvest → blanching → freezing → packing → frozen distribution (common for export-oriented channels)
Demand Drivers
- East Asian culinary use (snack/appetizer and ingredient use) supporting stable baseline demand
- Growth in plant-forward diets and health-oriented consumer positioning in North America and parts of Europe
- Convenience demand for frozen formats in modern retail and foodservice
Temperature
- Fresh pods are highly perishable and require rapid cooling and continuous refrigerated handling to limit quality loss
- Frozen formats reduce spoilage risk and are commonly used to enable longer-distance trade
Shelf Life
- Fresh vegetable soybeans are perishable compared with dry grain soybean, making time-to-market and cold-chain reliability critical
- Freezing is widely used to extend commercial distribution windows for international shipments
Risks
Regulatory Compliance HighVegetable soybean (edamame) is susceptible to insects and diseases, and export-oriented systems may rely heavily on pesticides; residue non-compliance or insufficient documentation can trigger border rejections and rapid loss of market access, particularly in importer-driven supply chains.Implement IPM, validated pre-harvest intervals, routine residue testing, and documented GAP/HACCP-aligned controls; align specifications with applicable Codex MRL frameworks and destination-market requirements.
Market Concentration MediumJapan is described as the largest importing market and a key price-and-specification setter for export-oriented trade; shocks to Japan-linked demand, policy, or compliance enforcement can propagate quickly across major exporting origins.Diversify end markets (regional retail and foodservice) and product formats; develop customer portfolios beyond a single dominant import destination.
Cold Chain MediumFresh vegetable soybeans are perishable, and quality loss accelerates with delays or temperature abuse; logistics disruption can force diversion into lower-value channels or increased reliance on freezing capacity.Prioritize rapid post-harvest cooling, verified refrigerated transport, and contingency access to blanching/freezing and cold storage near origin.
Plant Health MediumSoybean diseases (including major foliar diseases such as Asian soybean rust in soybean-growing regions) and localized insect outbreaks can reduce yields and increase control costs, affecting availability and residue risk.Use resistant/tolerant cultivars where available, monitor disease forecasting, rotate modes of action responsibly, and apply integrated field scouting programs.
Sustainability Due Diligence MediumDeforestation-free sourcing expectations and traceability requirements in soy-linked supply chains can increase documentation and monitoring demands for companies handling multiple soy products, even if vegetable soybean volumes are small.Maintain lot-level traceability to farm/aggregation point and adopt credible deforestation-risk screening for soy-related sourcing regions where relevant.
Sustainability
- High pest and disease pressure in export-oriented production can drive pesticide use, increasing environmental load and compliance complexity
- Water availability can constrain expansion in some producing areas where irrigation demand is high
- Deforestation and land-conversion concerns in broader soy supply chains (notably in Brazil’s Cerrado/Amazon-linked systems) can influence buyer due-diligence expectations even when the end product is niche (e.g., edamame)
Labor & Social
- Contract farming arrangements are used in some export supply chains, creating dependency on buyer specifications and enforcement practices
- Worker health and safety concerns may be elevated where pest pressure leads to intensive pesticide programs (training, PPE, and safe re-entry intervals become critical)
FAQ
Is fresh soybean the same product as edamame?In global food trade, “fresh soybean” is commonly the vegetable soybean harvested green and marketed as edamame (pods or shelled green beans). It is treated as a perishable vegetable product and is often sold fresh domestically and frozen for longer-distance distribution.
Which countries are cited as leading producers and key trade players for vegetable soybean (edamame)?Peer-reviewed review literature frequently cites China, Japan, and Taiwan as leading producers, and describes Japan as the largest importing market. The same literature highlights Taiwan, China, Thailand, and Indonesia as major exporters serving Japan, with additional supplies to the U.S. market coming from origins including China, Taiwan, Canada, and Guatemala.
Why is a large share of international trade in edamame handled as frozen product rather than fresh?Vegetable soybean is perishable compared with dry grain soybean, so fresh shipments are more sensitive to time and temperature. Freezing (often after blanching) is widely used to stabilize quality and make longer-distance trade and inventory management more reliable.
Fresh Soybean Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
Explore country-level Fresh Soybean market pages for supplier coverage, trade flows, and price benchmarks.
United Arab Emirates
Armenia
Argentina
Austria
Australia
Azerbaijan
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Barbados
Bangladesh
Belgium
Burkina Faso
Bulgaria
All country market pages: United Arab Emirates, Armenia, Argentina, Austria, Australia, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Bangladesh, Belgium, Burkina Faso, Bulgaria, Benin, Brunei, Bolivia, Brazil, Botswana, Canada, Switzerland, Ivory Coast, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Cyprus, Czechia, Germany, Denmark, Dominican Republic, Estonia, Egypt, Spain, Ethiopia, Finland, France, Gabon, United Kingdom, Greece, Guatemala, Hong Kong, Croatia, Hungary, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, India, Iran, Iceland, Italy, Jordan, Japan, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, South Korea, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Laos, Sri Lanka, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Latvia, Morocco, Moldova, Montenegro, Madagascar, Myanmar [Burma], Mongolia, Macao, Mauritius, Malawi, Mexico, Malaysia, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Netherlands, Norway, Nepal, New Zealand, Oman, Panama, Peru, Philippines, Pakistan, Poland, Portugal, Paraguay, Romania, Serbia, Saudi Arabia, Sweden, Singapore, Slovenia, Slovakia, Senegal, El Salvador, Togo, Thailand, Tunisia, Turkiye, Taiwan, Tanzania, Ukraine, Uganda, United States, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Vietnam, South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe
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