HS Code:
The 'Other, fresh or chilled' category (HS Code not specified in the query) generally refers to miscellaneous agricultural or food products that are traded in a fresh or chilled state. This category often includes items that do not fall under specific classifications like fruits, vegetables, or meats, and may encompass niche products, specialty foods, or unique regional items. Due to the broad nature of this category, it covers a wide range of goods with varying demand and supply patterns globally. Trade in this category is influenced by factors such as seasonality, regional production capabilities, consumer preferences, and logistical challenges related to maintaining freshness during transportation.
Total Trade Volume
USD 15.7 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
Average Rate
6.8%
Highest Rate
15% (applied by certain developing countries to protect local markets)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU internal trade or USMCA)
Rising demand for organic and specialty fresh products
Increased trade volume in niche markets, particularly in developed economies, driving higher prices and margins for exporters
2021-2022
Adoption of cold chain logistics
Enhanced ability to transport perishable goods over long distances, expanding market access for exporters in tropical and subtropical regions
2020-2022
Growing consumer preference for locally sourced goods
Potential reduction in long-distance trade for certain fresh products as consumers prioritize sustainability and local economies
2022
The European Union introduced stricter phytosanitary controls for fresh and chilled imports to prevent the spread of invasive species, requiring additional certifications for exporters.
March 2023
Increased compliance costs for exporters, potentially reducing trade volumes from non-compliant regions in the short term
New provisions under the USMCA (United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement) have reduced tariffs on certain fresh and chilled products, facilitating trade among member countries.
January 2023
Boosted trade volumes among North American countries, particularly benefiting Mexican exporters of perishable goods
Significant investments in cold chain infrastructure across Asia-Pacific countries have improved the capacity to handle fresh and chilled imports and exports.
July 2022
Expected to increase trade volumes in the region, particularly for tropical products entering global markets