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Aug-16-23
Buyer From Switzerland
Buyer Of Chilli Powder   |   Saffron   |   Rice   |   Hazelnuts   |   Fresh Cauliflower   |   Oregano   |   Pumpkin Seeds   |   Millet   |   Betel nut   |   Fresh Radish   |   Pecan Nuts   |   Fresh Vegetables   |   Chestnuts   |   Macadamia Nuts   |   Cardamom, Cinnamon   |   Pistachio   |   Cumin Seeds   |   Nutmegs   |   Barley   |   Ginkgo Nuts   |   Fresh Broccoli   |   Apricot   |   Spices   |   Red Chilli   |   Sorghum   |   Cashew Nuts   |   Kidney Beans   |   Corn   |   Fresh Cabbage   |   Fresh Cassava   |   Pine Nuts   |   Beans   |   Vegetable Powder   |   Lentils   |   Buckwheat   |   Almonds   |   Bay Leaf   |   Black Cardamom   |   Chickpeas   |   Dry Fruits & Nuts   |   Grains & Cereals   |   Sunflower Seed   |   Fresh Garlic   |   Brazil Nuts   |   Basil Leaf   |   Rosemary   |   Oat   |   Tarragon   |   Fresh Ginger   |   Coffee   |   Cocoa Beans   |   Vanilla   |   Fresh Potato   |   Fresh Green Chilli   |   Soybean   |   Herbs   |   Fresh Carrot   |   Cloves   |   Wheat   |   Pepper   |   Fresh Lady Finger   |   Peanuts   |   Thyme   |   Rye   |   Fresh Onion   |   Walnuts
Aug-11-21
Buyer From Sweden
Buyer Of Fresh Lamb   |   Meat & Poultry   |   Sunflower Oil   |   Frozen Pork   |   Frozen Chicken   |   Broken Rice   |   Frozen Beef   |   Fresh Meat   |   Vegetables   |   Other Type Of Rice   |   Spices   |   Frozen Lamb   |   Livestock   |   Fresh Beef   |   Long Grain Rice   |   Sugar   |   Non Basmati Rice   |   Chickpeas   |   Fresh Pork   |   Rice   |   Jasmine Rice   |   Fresh Chicken   |   Maize   |   Pulses   |   Basmati Rice   |   Soybean   |   Sella Basmati Rice   |   Parboiled Rice   |   Grams   |   Fresh Mutton   |   Frozen Mutton   |   1121 Basmati Rice   |   Wheat   |   Green Coffee   |   Beans   |   Peas   |   Frozen Meat   |   Tea   |   Pigeon Peas   |   White Rice   |   Coffee   |   Fresh Vegetables   |   Kidney Beans   |   Lentils   |   Fresh Fruits   |   Goat Leather   |   Coffee Beans   |   Sheep Leather   |   Fruits   |   Steam Coal   |   Cow Leather   |   Raw Leather   |   Coal
Aug-31-20
Buyer From United Kingdom
Buyer Of Milk Powder   |   Maize   |   Tamarind Seed   |   Cumin Seeds   |   Groundnuts   |   Fresh Garlic   |   Castor Seed Oil   |   Spices   |   Chickpeas   |   Honey   |   Soya Oil   |   Black Tea   |   Cardamom, Cinnamon   |   Beans   |   Red Chilli   |   Palm Oil   |   Oil Seeds   |   Dry Fruits & Nuts   |   Pumpkin Seeds   |   Sesame Seeds   |   Moringa Seeds   |   Kidney Beans   |   Cloves   |   Pepper   |   Betel nut   |   Turmeric   |   Pigeon Peas   |   Sorghum   |   Coconut Shell Charcoal   |   Corn   |   Peas   |   Soybean   |   Grams   |   Millet   |   Barley   |   Peanut Kernel   |   Pulses   |   Fresh Sea Cucumber   |   Green Cardamom   |   Sunflower Oil   |   Vanilla   |   Bees By-Product & Wax   |   Castor Seeds   |   Cashew Nuts   |   Soft Drinks   |   Wheat Flour   |   Herbal Extracts   |   Cocoa Powder   |   Wheat   |   Coffee   |   Coconut Shell   |   Peanuts   |   Flour   |   Avocado Oil   |   Lentils   |   Turmeric Powder   |   Buckwheat   |   Coffee Beans   |   Almonds   |   Fresh Ginger   |   Cocoa Beans
Aug-26-20
Buyer From United Kingdom
Buyer Of Lentils   |   Coffee Beans   |   Shea Butter   |   Butter   |   Olive Oil   |   Red Chilli   |   Milk Powder   |   Neem Products   |   Fresh Mutton   |   Neem Oil   |   Black Tea   |   Chocolates   |   Frozen Tuna Fish   |   Fresh Chicken   |   Cocoa Beans   |   Fresh Shrimps   |   Beach Towels   |   Sugar   |   Coconut Oil   |   Cashew Nuts   |   Chickpeas   |   Hand Towels   |   Tea   |   Palm Oil   |   Soaps & Detergents   |   Sunflower Oil   |   Other Fresh Meat   |   Frozen Pork   |   Fresh Pork   |   Frozen Beef   |   Rice   |   Chips   |   Frozen Mackerel Fish   |   Castor Oil   |   Fresh Lamb   |   Soybean Oil   |   Green Tea   |   Fresh Tomato   |   Cheese   |   Avocado Oil   |   Frozen Cuttlefish   |   Canola Oil   |   Cocoa Powder   |   Frozen Shrimps   |   Other Frozen Fishes   |   Frozen Chicken   |   Frozen Lamb   |   Milk & Milk Products   |   Fresh Beef   |   Beans   |   Coffee
Mar-02-20
Buyer From Belgium, Belgium
Jun-17-20
Buyer From Greece
May-31-23
Buyer From United Kingdom
May-16-20
Buyer From Italy
Apr-16-20
Buyer From Turkey
Nov-07-20
Buyer From Germany
Sep-02-20
Buyer From Italy
May-10-20
Buyer From Italy
Dec-07-19
Buyer From Italy
Mar-31-19
Buyer From Cyprus, Cyprus
Feb-04-20
Buyer From United Kingdom, United Kingdom
Nov-14-19
Buyer From Serbia
Buyer Of Vegetables   |   Cloves   |   Turmeric Powder   |   Corn   |   Black Tea   |   Dried Fish   |   Rosemary   |   Lemongrass   |   Tea   |   Fresh Shrimps   |   Flax Seeds   |   Turmeric   |   Wheat   |   Milk Cream   |   Frozen Shrimps   |   Fenugreek Seeds   |   Peas   |   Soybean   |   Fresh Lemon   |   Flour   |   Milk Powder   |   Sugar   |   Quinoa Seeds   |   Corn Flour   |   Coconut Flour   |   Pepper   |   Chia Seeds   |   Basil Leaf   |   Chilli Powder   |   Peppermint Oil   |   Cashew Nuts   |   Fennel Seeds   |   Dried Seafood   |   Sunflower Seed   |   Fresh Ginger   |   Sesame Seeds   |   Lentils   |   Almonds   |   Parsley   |   Spices   |   Red Chilli   |   Other Spices Powder   |   Plants & Plant Extracts   |   Wheat Flour   |   Packaging Items & Containers   |   Pickles & Sauces   |   Chickpeas   |   Dates   |   Cumin Seeds   |   Cardamom, Cinnamon   |   Coconut Oil
Nov-14-19
Buyer From Germany, Germany
Oct-03-22
Buyer From Moldova
Buyer Of Olive Oil   |   Green Cardamom   |   Flax Seeds   |   Cumin Seeds   |   Fenugreek Seeds   |   Jatropha Oil   |   Rice Bran Oil   |   Caraway Seeds   |   Coffee Beans   |   Chilli Powder   |   Other Edible Oils   |   Pomegranate   |   Sesame Oil   |   Basil Leaf   |   Canola Oil   |   Pulses   |   Chickpeas   |   Coconut Oil   |   Sona Masoori Rice   |   Broken Rice   |   Black Tea   |   Cardamom, Cinnamon   |   Beans   |   Asafoetida   |   Mango   |   Fennel Seeds   |   Apple   |   Basmati Rice   |   Wheat Flour   |   Sugandha Basmati Rice   |   Peanuts   |   Husked Coconut   |   Sesame Seeds   |   Jasmine Rice   |   Peanut Oil   |   Fresh Onion   |   Rice Bran   |   Celery Seeds   |   Curry Leaves   |   Dry Mango Powder (Amchoor)   |   Turmeric Powder   |   Rice   |   Black Salt   |   Pink Salt   |   White Rice   |   Parboiled Rice   |   Coconut   |   Thyme   |   Soybean   |   Soybean Oil   |   Sunflower Seed   |   Mustard Seeds   |   Fresh Ginger   |   Fresh Garlic   |   Fresh Tomato   |   Dehydrated Garlic   |   Lentils   |   Fresh Vegetables   |   Garam Masala   |   Pineapple   |   Sunflower Oil   |   Corn Oil   |   Avocado Oil   |   Turmeric   |   Flour   |   Edible Oils   |   Fresh Coconut   |   Semi-husked Coconut   |   Spices   |   Other Type Of Rice   |   Red Chilli   |   Star Anise   |   Fresh Potato   |   Fresh Fruits   |   All Purpose Flour   |   Rapeseed Oil   |   Palm Oil   |   Nutmegs   |   Non Basmati Rice   |   Sella Basmati Rice   |   Corn   |   Olives   |   Tamarind Seed   |   Pepper   |   Long Grain Rice   |   Swarna Rice   |   1121 Basmati Rice   |   Bay Leaf   |   Coriander Seeds   |   Vegetable Oils   |   Crude Oil   |   Spices Powder   |   Fresh Lemon   |   Indian Sweets & Namkeens   |   Himalayan Salt   |   Salt   |   Ginger, Garlic, Onion, Potato   |   Chia Seeds   |   Other Spices Powder   |   Ginger Powder   |   Sugar   |   Brown Rice   |   Organic Rice   |   Herbs   |   Milk Powder   |   Cloves   |   Saffron   |   Dry Fruits & Nuts   |   Aniseeds
May-06-23
Buyer From Netherlands
Buyer Of Red Chilli   |   Millet   |   Biscuits   |   Moisturiser Cream   |   Clothing & Accessories   |   Cumin Seeds   |   Baby Jogging Stroller   |   Teak Wood   |   Vegetables   |   Chocolate & Confectionery   |   Chips   |   Cork Wood   |   Frozen Tuna Fish   |   Frozen Mackerel Fish   |   Maize   |   Fruits   |   Copper Plate Scrap   |   Copper Wire Scrap   |   Laptop Scrap   |   Chilli Powder   |   Used Clothings   |   Cloves   |   Cashew Nuts   |   Coffee   |   Medical Face Masks   |   Frozen Pork   |   Frozen Shrimps   |   Milk Powder   |   Cosmetics & Beauty Products   |   Butter   |   GSM/CDMA Mobile Phones   |   Turmeric   |   Coffee Beans   |   Corn Oil   |   Body Lotion   |   Gloves   |   Television   |   Used Mobile Phones   |   Cosmetic Packaging Boxes   |   Copper Wires   |   Sugar   |   Batteries & Chargers   |   Speakers   |   Beans   |   Cassava   |   Palm Oil   |   Sunflower Oil   |   Medical Gloves   |   Plastic Bottles & Sealings   |   Fresh Sea Cucumber   |   Copper Scrap   |   Frozen Beef   |   Spices   |   Fresh Onion   |   Olive Oil   |   Baby Food   |   Disposable Face Mask   |   Soaps & Detergents   |   Poultry   |   Cardamom, Cinnamon   |   Apple   |   Mobile Phones & Accessories   |   Soft Drinks   |   Chicken Eggs   |   Wheat Flour   |   Mineral Water   |   Health Food   |   Industrial Gloves   |   Turmeric Powder   |   Rice   |   Shoes (Personal)   |   Fresh Beef   |   Mobile Phone Accessories   |   Energy Drinks   |   Rock Salt   |   Chocolates   |   Bath Towels   |   Green Cardamom   |   Baby Bottle Nipple   |   Chickpeas   |   Fashion Accessories   |   Frozen Chicken   |   Sorghum   |   Face Cream   |   Diapers   |   N95 Face Mask   |   Baby Diapers   |   Packaging Items & Containers   |   Copper Cathode   |   Fresh Garlic   |   Surgical Face Mask   |   Fresh Chicken   |   Fresh Pork   |   Lentils   |   Cheese   |   Fresh Shrimps   |   Vegetable Oils   |   Soybean Oil   |   Jewellery Items   |   Leather Gloves   |   Glass Bottles, Jugs, Jars & Sealings   |   Baby Shoes   |   Perfumes   |   Baby Products   |   Fresh Cassava   |   Fresh Ginger   |   Body Deodorants   |   Cushion Covers   |   Printing Paper   |   Soybean   |   Black Tea   |   Laptops, Notebooks & ThinkPad   |   Steel Fibres   |   Milk & Milk Products   |   Baby Clothes   |   Machined Components   |   Pepper   |   Canned Food
Nov-08-22
Buyer From Italy
Buyer Of Iron Scrap   |   Lead Scrap   |   Butter   |   Raw Leather   |   Medical Syringes   |   Timber   |   Fresh Shrimps   |   Electronic Sensors   |   Disposable Face Mask   |   Green Cardamom   |   Rice   |   Banana   |   Tapioca Starch   |   Metal Scraps   |   Soybean Meal   |   Wood Charcoal   |   Teak Wood   |   Electric Sensors   |   Used Rail Scrap   |   Energy Drinks   |   Charcoal   |   Cast Iron Scrap   |   Sheep Leather   |   Medical Clothing   |   Diagnostic Kits   |   N95 Face Mask   |   Surgical Face Mask   |   Frozen Chicken   |   Turmeric   |   Cow Leather   |   Wood Logs   |   Medical Sensors   |   Cloves   |   Fresh Garlic   |   Black Tea   |   Battery Scraps   |   Cast Iron Boring Scrap   |   Frozen Squid   |   Mango   |   Milk Powder   |   Sandstones & Sands   |   Fresh Chicken   |   Shrimps & Prawns   |   Red Chilli   |   Copper Plate Scrap   |   Chilli Powder   |   Turmeric Powder   |   Cumin Seeds   |   Kidney Beans   |   Medical Supplies & Disposable   |   Frozen Seafood   |   Spices   |   Almonds   |   Sunflower Oil   |   Medical Dressings & Disposable Sheets   |   COVID-19 Detection Kit   |   Iron Scrap   |   Medical Gloves   |   Medical Coveralls   |   Frozen Meat   |   Pepper   |   Starch   |   Medical Caps   |   Silica Sand   |   Dry Fruits & Nuts   |   Tea   |   Pine Wood   |   Alfalfa Hay   |   Coffee Beans   |   Goat Leather   |   Copper Scrap   |   Heavy Melting Scrap (HMS)   |   Medical Injections   |   Fresh Vegetables   |   Fresh Ginger   |   Fresh Onion   |   Medical Thermometers   |   Soft Drinks   |   Sawdust Briquette Charcoal   |   Frozen Shrimps   |   Chickpeas   |   Medical Equipment & Machinery   |   Soybean   |   Compressor Scrap   |   Fridge Compressor Scrap   |   Corn   |   Chicken Eggs   |   Medical Tubes   |   Medical Face Masks   |   Horns, Skins, Hides, Skulls, Feathers & Hairs Of Animals   |   Frozen Beef   |   Briquette   |   Fresh Beef   |   Beans   |   Chips   |   Medical Scissors   |   Medical Needles & IV Cannula   |   Wood Powder & Sawdust   |   Cardamom, Cinnamon   |   Salt   |   Rapid Test Kits
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Soybean: The 'Golden Bean' of Global Trade

Soybean is a type of legume and the fifth major crop produced globally. It is native to East Asia, and cultivated for both human consumption as food and animal feed. In fact, processed soybeans are the second-largest source of edible fat, contributing around 25% to global edible fat production, and the largest source of high-protein animal feed in the world. This staple crop is valued worldwide for its rich protein and oil content. About 85% of soybeans are processed each year into soybean meal and oil. Of this, around 95% of the oil is used for edible purposes, while the remaining goes into industrial products such as fatty acids, soaps, and biodiesel. Its rich history dates back to 7000 BCE when it was domesticated in China. It became an important crop during the Zhou dynasty (c. 1046-256 BC), and was eventually introduced to other parts of the world. It entered the U.S. market for the first time in the 19th century and soon became a valuable source of protein and oil, especially in the 20th century. Today, it is one of the most sought-after commodities for soybean buyers and importers across the globe. 



Why Soybeans Are a Strategic Export Crop

Soybeans remain consistently in high demand, majorly due to their nutritional value (particularly as a source of plant-based protein) and versatility. Besides, they offer strategic export advantages because of their dual marketability (both as oil and protein), low perishability (compared to fruits or vegetables), and easy storage and transport (when properly dried and packaged). Also, soybeans are fit for rotation farming, especially when grown with grains, corn, or pulses. 

Soybeans are processed into a wide range of products such as tofu, soy milk, and soy-based meat alternatives (popular among vegans and vegetarians). Soymeal, a byproduct of soybean oil extraction, is also a primary protein source for livestock. In addition, soybeans are used to produce a renewable fuel known as biodiesel. This biodiesel is more sustainable than petroleum-based alternatives, as it generates fewer air pollutants. Furthermore, soybean oil is chemically similar to petroleum, which makes it a better substitute for common products like tires, flooring materials, and more. All these factors are responsible for its growing trade across borders. 



Most Commonly Traded Types of Soybeans

Here are the different types of soybeans that are traded worldwide:

Soybean TypePrimary UseKey FeaturesApplications
Yellow SoybeansHuman consumptionHigh in protein and oil

Mild flavor
Tofu, soy milk, soy flour, soy-based meat
Black SoybeansCulinary and health foodsRich in antioxidants (anthocyanins)

Slightly sweet, nutty flavor
Asian cuisine, soy sauce, fermented foods
Green Soybeans (Edamame)Fresh consumption (immature beans)Harvested early

Sweet and tender texture
Snacks, salads, side dishes
Brown SoybeansFermentation and processed foodsEarthy flavor

Dense texture
Miso, tempeh, soy sauce
Forage SoybeansAnimal feed and cover cropsGrows tall with large biomass

Lower oil content
Silage, pasture grazing
Food-Grade SoybeansSpecialized human consumptionNon-GMO

Consistent size, and color
Soy milk, tofu, natto (Japanese fermented soy)
High-Oleic SoybeansIndustrial and food oil productionEnhanced oil stability

Longer shelf life
Cooking oil, biodiesel, processed food products
Low-Linolenic SoybeansFood oil productionReduced trans fat

Improves oil quality without hydrogenation
Salad dressings, frying oils


These are the major soybean varieties. Apart from these, soybean exporters often diversify into related crops and value-added products to expand their reach and attract more buyers. To grow your export business, you can bundle your shipments with other high-demand agricultural products, such as:



A Global Outlook: Key Export Import Data for Soybean 

Having knowledge of global market trends can help exporters in many ways. This data lets you identify new opportunities, adapt to changing conditions, and maintain competitiveness. Here are the key insights that every exporter should know. 


Global Market Size:

MetricValue
Market Size (2023)USD 199.63 billion
Market Size (2030)USD 258.12 billion
CAGR (2024 - 2030)4.40%

Source: Grand View Research


Top Importing Countries for Soybeans (Oct 2023- Sep 2024):

Country NameTotal Shipments
Indonesia238,147
United States149,298
Taiwan127,022
China126,362
Vietnam125,641

Source: Volza


Top 5 Profitable Soybean Related Import Products:

RankSoybean Related ProductsCounts
1Soybean Meal229,767
2Soybean Oil153,560
3Soybean Animal Feed78,943
4Non Gmo Soybean55,466
5Organic Soybean53,832

Source: Volza


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How to Find Soybean Importers or Buyers Globally? 

Here are the methods that can help you find and connect with verified soybean importers and buyers worldwide. 


  • Trade shows like the Global Grain Conference, SIAL, and Food Ingredients Asia are perfect places to network with global buyers face-to-face.

  • Government-backed trade organizations (like the U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC) or India’s APEDA) often provide resources, buyer directories, and market access support.

  • Searching online through long-tail keywords like 'organic soybean buyers near me' can also help find potential buyers. In addition, having a strong online presence always works in your favor.

  • Local branches of international chambers often have databases of potential buyers. They also host networking events and may introduce you to companies looking to source agricultural commodities. 



Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

1. What is the rate of 1 kg of soybean?

Although soybean prices vary based on several factors, the average price of 1 kg of soybeans can range from $0.45 to $0.86 per kg globally.


2. Who is the largest buyer of soybeans?

Indonesia is the biggest importer of soybeans, followed by the United States and Taiwan.


3. Where to sell soybeans?

You can sell soybeans through online B2B marketplaces. One such platform is go4WorldBusiness, where you can list your product and get verified buyers. Besides, you can also sell through government-supported export portals or directly reach out to bulk soybean importers. 


4. Who is the biggest consumer of soybeans?

China is the biggest consumer of soybeans. In addition, the US and Brazil are also major consumers. 


5. Who sells the most soybeans?

The top supplier countries of soybeans are China, Ukraine, the United States, Brazil, and Vietnam.


6. Which state in India is the highest producer of soybeans?

Madhya Pradesh is the highest soybean-producing state in India, contributing almost 50% to the country's total soybean production.


7. Which country does India export soybeans to?

India exports soybeans (primarily in the form of soybean meal) to countries like the United States, Nepal, Vietnam, Japan, Bangladesh, Iran, and Sri Lanka.


8. What is the volume of soybean exports from India?

In the year 2023-2024, India exported around 3.5 million metric tons of soybeans. Also, in terms of shipment, India recorded 1787 soybean shipments in the same year. 


9. Where are the soybeans sourced from?

Soybeans are sourced from various countries. However, the United States, Brazil, and Argentina produce about 80% of the world's total soybeans.


10. What is the HS code for soybeans?

1201 is the main soybean HSN code. 


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Latest News Related to Soybeans:

  • The Solvent Extractors Association (SEA) urges that India revives exports of organic, non-GMO soybean and soybean meal, previously halted by U.S. safeguard duties to the United States as a key component of ongoing bilateral trade talks. (Full Story: Business Standard)