Green Tea, Bulk

Japan green tea, bulk is dried green tea leaves from Camellia sinensis, harvested and processed for export in large packings exceeding 3 kg.

Prices, specifications and international trade for green tea, bulk under HS 090220.

Green Tea, Bulk Price

$7,387USD/t

Published reference · Jul 1, 2026

Green Tea, Bulk Historical Unit Values

Green tea, bulk is quoted in USD/t at CHN. Historical customs values may differ from the headline reference.

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Green Tea, Bulk Exports and Imports

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Japan led reported green tea, bulk exports in 2025, at $204M.

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Green Tea, Bulk Specifications and Quality

Green tea, bulk grading factors include Leaf colour, Leaf appearance, and Moisture content.

Grading Factors

Quality assessment for green tea, bulk considers Leaf colour, Leaf appearance, and Moisture content.

  • Leaf colour

    Visual assessment of the green hue, indicating proper enzyme inactivation and fixation.

  • Leaf appearance

    Evaluation of shape, size, and uniformity of the dried leaf.

  • Moisture content

    Measured after oven‑drying at 103 ± 2 °C; no specific limit but used to confirm dryness.

Common Defects

Recorded defects for green tea, bulk include Dusty, Fannings, and Fibrous.

  • Dusty

    Presence of fine particles generated by over‑grinding of the leaf.

  • Fannings

    Predominantly broken smaller leaf fragments.

  • Fibrous

    Noticeable amount of shredded stalks and fibres.

Certifications

Certifications documented for green tea, bulk include JAS. Their applicability depends on the individual product and shipment.

  • JAS

    Japanese Agricultural Standard that defines quality and labeling for green tea.

Green Tea, Bulk Facts and HS Code

Green tea, bulk belongs to tea within softs and tropicals. Its customs classification covers HS 090220.

Green Tea, Bulk HS Code

Also known asJapanese green tea, Japan green tea, green tea bulk
Scientific nameCamellia sinensis
Product typeRaw
FormDried
Position in the chainPrimary
CategoryTea — Softs and tropicals
HS codes090220
Quoted inUSD/t
Reference locationCHN

Production & Handling

Green tea, bulk storage guidance: Packed in closed, clean, dry containers and stored at ambient temperature.

Production and Storage

Storage conditionsPacked in closed, clean, dry containers and stored at ambient temperature.
Production methodsFarmed
Processing steps
  1. Cultivation
  2. Hand plucking
  3. Withering
  4. Steaming (enzyme inactivation)
  5. Rolling
  6. Drying
  7. Sorting
  8. Packing

Uses & Risks

Green tea, bulk is used in Beverage, Food additive, and Ingredient for processed foods.

End Uses

  • Beverage

    Infused as a hot or cold drink for direct consumption.

  • Food additive

    Used to impart tea flavour or aroma in processed foods.

  • Ingredient for processed foods

    Incorporated into confectionery, snacks, and other products.

Uses and Related Commodities

Downstream industriesBeverage manufacturers, Food processors, Flavouring industry
Leading originsArgentina, Bangladesh, China, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Sri Lanka, Türkiye, Uganda, Vietnam

Sourcing risks

RiskMitigation
Tea green leafhopper
PestHigh

Empoasca onukii damages budding leaves, especially in the second plucking season.

Integrated pest management and timely pesticide applications are used to control populations.
Anthracnose
DiseaseMedium

Colletotricum theae‑sinensis causes leaf lesions between May and October.

Resistant cultivars and appropriate fungicide schedules are employed.