HS Code:
Guava (HS Code: 080450) falls under the category of fresh or dried tropical fruits. It is a tropical fruit known for its sweet, aromatic flavor and high nutritional content, including vitamin C and fiber. Guava is cultivated primarily in tropical and subtropical regions and is traded globally as fresh fruit, dried fruit, or processed products like juice and pulp. The trade of guava is influenced by seasonal availability, regional demand for exotic fruits, and logistical challenges related to perishability.
Total Trade Volume
Approximately $500 million USD
Data from 2022
Source
International Trade Centre (ITC) Trade Map and UN Comtrade Database
$120 million USD
24% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$90 million USD
18% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$70 million USD
14% of total trade of total trade
Stable
$50 million USD
10% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$40 million USD
8% of total trade of total trade
Stable
Average Rate
8.5% ad valorem
Highest Rate
35% (applied by certain Middle Eastern countries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like ASEAN or EU preferential access)
Rising demand for exotic fruits in North America and Europe
Increased export opportunities for tropical countries, with a focus on organic and sustainably grown guava
2021-2023
Growth in processed guava products
Higher trade volumes for guava pulp, juice, and dried fruit due to longer shelf life and ease of transport
2020-2022
Climate change affecting production
Unpredictable weather patterns in key producing regions have led to supply chain disruptions and price volatility
2019-2023
India signed a trade agreement with the UAE to reduce tariffs on tropical fruits, including guava, boosting export potential.
February 2022
Expected to increase India's guava exports by 15% annually to the Middle East market
Mexico introduced stricter phytosanitary measures to comply with US and Canadian import standards for fresh guava.
July 2023
May increase production costs but ensures continued access to high-value North American markets
Thailand launched a national program to certify organic guava farms, targeting premium markets in Europe and Japan.
March 2023
Likely to enhance Thailand's market share in the organic fruit segment with higher profit margins