HS Code:
Red raspberries, classified under HS Code 081020, are a popular berry fruit known for their vibrant color, sweet-tart flavor, and high nutritional value. They are widely cultivated and traded globally, both in fresh and frozen forms, for use in food processing, confectionery, and direct consumption. The trade of red raspberries is influenced by seasonal production, climatic conditions, and consumer demand for healthy, antioxidant-rich foods. Key production regions include temperate zones in Europe, North America, and parts of South America, with significant trade flows to high-demand markets in developed countries.
Total Trade Volume
Approximately 1.2 million metric tons
Data from 2022
Source
International Trade Centre (ITC) Trade Map and FAO Statistics
180,000 metric tons
15% of global trade of total trade
Increasing
150,000 metric tons
12.5% of global trade of total trade
Stable
120,000 metric tons
10% of global trade of total trade
Increasing
100,000 metric tons
8.3% of global trade of total trade
Increasing
90,000 metric tons
7.5% of global trade of total trade
Increasing
Average Rate
6.5% ad valorem
Highest Rate
25% (applied by certain Asian markets for processed raspberries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU-USMCA)
Growing demand for organic raspberries
Increased prices for certified organic products and expansion of organic farming in Europe and North America
2021-2022
Rise in frozen raspberry exports
Driven by demand in food processing industries for year-round supply, especially in non-producing regions
2020-2022
Climate change affecting yields
Unpredictable weather patterns in key producing regions have led to supply shortages and price volatility
2019-2022
The European Union introduced stricter phytosanitary regulations for berry imports to prevent the spread of pests like Drosophila suzukii.
January 2023
Exporters from non-EU countries face higher compliance costs and potential delays at borders.
Tariff reductions under the USMCA have boosted raspberry exports from Mexico to the United States and Canada.
July 2022
Increased market access for Mexican producers, contributing to a 10% growth in export volume.
Serbia, a leading exporter, has invested in advanced cold storage and logistics to maintain the quality of frozen raspberries during transport.
March 2023
Enhanced competitiveness in distant markets like the Middle East and Asia.