2025 Mar Colombia Bananas (HS0803) Export Snapshot: Volume & Price Rise

March Trend: Colombia Bananas Export

Bananas, classified under HS Code 0803 (Bananas, including plantains, fresh or dried.), rebounded in March with exports rising 12.16% MoM to $86.63M, while volume grew 6.65% to 152.78M kg. Unit prices climbed 5.16% to $0.57/kg, recovering from February's dip. The rebound follows a sharp 25.11% contraction in export value the previous month. Colombia's banana trade remains volatile, with March's recovery signaling renewed demand. New tariffs on steel imports (February 2025) may indirectly affect shipping costs, though direct impact on banana exports is unclear.

Table: Colombia Bananas Export Trend (Source: yTrade)

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Geographic Concentration & Market Logic

The UNITED KINGDOM dominates Colombia's banana exports, accounting for 22.8% of value but only 22.2% of weight, indicating a slight premium market where demand leans toward higher-grade produce. BELGIUM and GERMANY follow closely, with Belgium showing a similar value-weight balance (21.9% vs. 21.4%), while Germany’s lower value share (16.1% vs. 18.4% weight) suggests a bulk-processing role. The US (9.5% value, 8.4% weight) and Italy (9.5% value, 10.2% weight) reflect balanced trade, likely serving direct retail markets. The supply chain is cost-optimized, with Europe absorbing most volume at stable price points.

Table: Colombia Bananas (HS Code 0803) Top Destination Countries (Source: yTrade)

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Colombia HS Code 0803 Breakdown & Value Logic

yTrade data reveals 0803901100 (bananas, excluding plantains) dominates Colombia's March 2025 exports, capturing 84.81% of value and 89.76% of weight, signaling a bulk-volume market. The sheer scale (137.14M kg) overshadows minor sub-codes like plantains (0803101000) at just 14.29% value share, confirming Colombia’s HS Code 0803 export strategy prioritizes mass production over premium segmentation. With no unit price data, the dominance likely hinges on competitive pricing rather than differentiation—typical for commoditized fruit markets.

Table: Colombia (HS Code 0803) Breakdown Details (Source: yTrade)

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Colombia Bananas Buyers List

Table: Colombia Bananas (HS Code 0803) Top Buyers List (Source: yTrade)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How did Colombia Bananas Export perform in March?

Colombia's banana exports rose 12.16% month-on-month to $86.63M in March, with volumes up 6.65% to 152.78M kg. Unit prices increased 5.16% to $0.57/kg.

What are the top Export partners for Colombia Bananas?

The UK ($18.51M), Belgium ($17.81M), and Germany ($13.10M) were the top destinations in March.

Who are the major Bananas Buyers?

Fyffes International Unlimited Company dominated with $30.24M in purchases, followed by Tropical Marketing Associated NV ($6.97M) and TMA Tropical Marketing Associated NV ($5.82M).

What is the specific HS Code for this trade?

The data covers HS Code 0803, with significant activity in fresh or dried bananas (080390****) accounting for $73.47M.