HS Code:
Pineapple juice, classified under HS Code 2009.41, refers to juice extracted from pineapples, whether concentrated or not, and often used as a beverage or ingredient in food products. This category includes both single-strength and concentrated pineapple juice, which is traded globally due to its popularity in tropical and non-tropical regions alike. The trade of pineapple juice is influenced by factors such as agricultural production, processing capabilities, and consumer demand for natural and healthy beverages.
Total Trade Volume
1.2 million metric tons
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database and International Trade Centre (ITC)
450,000 metric tons
37.5% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
300,000 metric tons
25.0% of total trade of total trade
Stable
150,000 metric tons
12.5% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
100,000 metric tons
8.3% of total trade of total trade
Stable
80,000 metric tons
6.7% of total trade of total trade
Decreasing
Average Rate
12.5% ad valorem
Highest Rate
35% (applied by certain developing countries to protect local industries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU-ASEAN or USMCA)
Rising demand for organic pineapple juice
Increased production and export of certified organic products, particularly to North America and Europe, with a premium price point
2021-2022
Shift towards concentrated juice exports
Lower shipping costs and longer shelf life have driven exporters to focus on concentrated forms, impacting trade volumes of single-strength juice
2020-2022
Growing health-conscious consumer base
Boost in demand for natural, no-added-sugar pineapple juice, influencing product innovation and marketing strategies
2019-2022
Thailand signed new trade agreements with the European Union, reducing tariffs on pineapple juice exports and increasing market access.
March 2023
Expected to increase Thailand's export volume by 10% in 2023, strengthening its position as the global leader.
Costa Rica launched a government-backed initiative to promote sustainable pineapple farming, focusing on reducing pesticide use and improving water management.
July 2022
Likely to attract eco-conscious buyers in Europe and North America, potentially increasing market share.
Severe weather events in the Philippines disrupted pineapple harvests, leading to a temporary decline in juice production and exports.
December 2022
Short-term reduction in export volumes, with competitors like Thailand and Costa Rica filling the gap in key markets.