Freshdi Market Insight
Source Cardamon with real supply and demand data
Tanzania (17.4%), India (13%) and Indonesia (13%) lead the 23 Cardamon suppliers, with 12 countries represented in total, so sourcing options are concentrated in a few key regions. Buyer inquiries increased 54.1% to 57 over the last 30 days.
What is in this market?
The size and shape of Cardamon on Freshdi before you shortlist anyone: how many sellers, how much product, how many origins, and which way demand is moving.
25supply
Buyers can compare 25 active Cardamon supply listings on Freshdi as of 14 November 2026.
23companies
Freshdi counts 23 active Cardamon suppliers, 0.2% of all suppliers on the platform, as of 14 November 2026.
12origins
Cardamon suppliers on Freshdi are spread over 12 countries, led by Tanzania at 17.4%, as of 14 November 2026.
+54.1% over 12m
Freshdi received 57 buyer inquiries for Cardamon in the 30 days to 14 November 2026, up 54.1% from the previous 30 days.
23 suppliers are actively offering Cardamon on the platform, with 5 updating their listings in the last 30 days — a sign of ongoing engagement. This level of activity means buyers can expect fresh pricing and specifications, and the fact that 11 suppliers updated within the last 90 days suggests a consistent flow of new or revised offers, reducing the risk of outdated information. Only 25 listings are currently active, which means the selection is narrow but focused. For buyers with specific needs like grade, packaging, or origin, this small catalog increases the chance of finding a direct match — though it also means they should verify details carefully before proceeding. Suppliers come from 12 different countries, with Tanzania contributing 17.4% of the total. This geographic spread gives buyers flexibility to compare options across regions, especially if they're looking for specific quality traits or compliance standards tied to a particular origin. Buyer inquiries surged 54.1% to 57 in the last 30 days — a strong signal of rising interest. With only 23 suppliers available, this spike suggests demand is outpacing supply, meaning buyers should act quickly to secure a quote before the current suppliers are fully booked.
Freshdi recorded 12 buyer requests for Cardamon globally in the 365 days to 14 November 2026.
- As of 14 November 2026, 23 suppliers in 12 countries offer 25 active Cardamon supply listings on Freshdi.
- In the 30 days to 14 November 2026, Cardamon buyer inquiries on Freshdi rose 54.1% against the 30 days before, with 61.62% volatility in monthly inquiry and quotation activity over 147 days.
- In the 365 days to 14 November 2026, 12 buyer requests for Cardamon on Freshdi met 25 active listings, 2.1 listings per request globally.
Who exactly is selling?
The verified Cardamon suppliers buyers actually reach on Freshdi, ranked by the inquiries they received in the last 30 days and how reliably they answered them.
Export: Cardamom · Cardamon · Cardamom Spice
Verified suppliers first, then by buyer inquiries received in the last 30 days, then by response rate. No supplier pays for placement in this list.
Certifications shown are the two or three most relevant per supplier — the full set is on each supplier's profile.
- Freshdi's most-contacted verified Cardamon supplier handled 8 buyer inquiries in the 30 days to 14 November 2026, replying to 73%.
- Freshdi counts 1 of its 23 Cardamon suppliers as Level 2+ verified with a response rate of 70% or more, as of 14 November 2026.
How stable is this supply base?
Three separate questions, answered in order: is the product fresh, is the market busy, and can the sellers be trusted.
Is there much new product?
Cardamon had 5 new listings in the last 30 days, the same as the month before. The catalog is refreshing at a steady pace, so newer and older offers sit side by side. That gives a buyer a regular flow of new offers to weigh against the established ones. Check the listing date when comparing two similar offers.
Is the market busy?
10 of the 23 suppliers joined in the last 12 months, a large share of newcomers. The pool mixes sellers with a long listing record and sellers who are still building one. That gives buyers more names to choose from, but the newer ones need a closer look before a first order. Check verification and start a new seller with a sample or a small trial order.
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626.1% of 23
521.7% of 23
Can these suppliers be trusted?
23 of 23 suppliers are verified, enough to contact several verified suppliers at once. All suppliers have a verified badge, so a buyer can reach out to multiple sellers with confidence. 10 of 23 list a certificate, and HALAL is the most held, by 1 of them. For a shipment that requires HALAL certification, filter for that standard to ensure compliance.
- Freshdi refreshed 13 of 25 Cardamon supply listings (52.0%) within 90 days to 14 November 2026, and 5 (20.0%) within 30 days.
- In the 12 months to 14 November 2026, 18 of 23 Cardamon suppliers on Freshdi (78.3%) were active, with 5 (21.7%) active within the last month, and 10 new suppliers registered.
- 100.0% of Cardamon suppliers on Freshdi are verified as of 14 November 2026.
- Among 10 certified Freshdi Cardamon supplier profiles, 20.0% hold ISO, 10.0% hold BV, 10.0% hold HALAL, 10.0% hold Premium ENplus-A1, and 10.0% hold CERTIFICATE_OF_ORIGIN; a profile can hold more than one certificate.
What do I do now?
Act on the numbers above — post request, or browse every listing.
Post buying request for Cardamon
Freshdi received 12 buyer requests for Cardamon in the last 12 months. Verified suppliers quote against your spec — no platform fees on either side.
Browse all Cardamon suppliers
25 listings from 23 sellers, filterable by type, MOQ, trade term and certification.
Post a buying request detailing the grade, quantity, and destination you need, or browse the live Cardamon listings directly on Freshdi right now. Contacting a verified supplier from either path allows you to compare quotes, confirm availability, and negotiate terms before finalizing any order.
Methodology
How the numbers on this page are produced, and what they do not cover.
Every figure comes from Cardamon listings and buyer requests posted on Freshdi in the 365 days to 25 October 2026 - 25 active listings and 6 buyer requests.
Product freshness counts listings created or updated. Supplier activity counts sellers by their last update. The two are different measurements and will not agree.
Freshdi reprocesses market data every hour, with one snapshot a day for trends. This page's figures, certification coverage included, refresh every 14 days on a rolling 365-day window.
About Cardamon
Freshdi files Cardamon under Agriculture, Food & Beverage > Herbs, Spices & Seasonings. Cardamon shares its group on Freshdi with Artisan Products, Korerima Cardamom, Dry Ginger Powder, Caramel Cream Cake Filling and Kosher Dill Gherkins. Cardamon drew 12 buyer requests on Freshdi in the 365 days to 14 November 2026. Looking for Cardamon? Post a buying request on Freshdi and compare the quotations suppliers send.
Cardamon bulk price and MOQ: the reference
The details below help you judge a Cardamon bulk price before you ask suppliers to quote.
Where can importers source Cardamon from?
On Freshdi, Cardamon comes most often from Tanzania (17% of suppliers), followed by India (13%) and Indonesia (13%), as of November 2026. With only 43% in the three leading countries, the Cardamon suppliers come from at least 8 countries.
| Country | Share of suppliers | Suppliers |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | 17% | 4 |
| India | 13% | 3 |
| Indonesia | 13% | 3 |
| United States | 13% | 3 |
| Kenya | 9% | 2 |
| United Arab Emirates | 9% | 2 |
| Belgium | 4% | 1 |
| Guatemala | 4% | 1 |
Each origin brings its own freight cost and paperwork, so compare landed costs, not only prices.
Which categories are related to Cardamon?
Freshdi lists Cardamon under Herbs, Spices & Seasonings, alongside Sugar, Pepper and Turmeric. Sugar is the largest of them on Freshdi, with 606 suppliers.
| Category | Relation | Suppliers |
|---|---|---|
| Herbs, Spices & Seasonings | Group it belongs to | 265 |
| Sugar | Neighbouring category | 606 |
| Pepper | Neighbouring category | 426 |
| Turmeric | Neighbouring category | 370 |
| Export Quality Sugar | Neighbouring category | 358 |
| Dried Black Pepper | Neighbouring category | 328 |
| Fresh Red Chilli | Neighbouring category | 324 |
| Turmeric Milk Powder | Neighbouring category | 303 |
Neighbouring categories often share suppliers and buyers, so they are worth a look.
Trade terms and how to compare quotations
A reference for every category: what the usual trade and payment terms mean, and the points to check when you compare quotations.
| Term | Type | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| EXW | Incoterm | The buyer collects the goods at the seller's premises and pays every cost from there. |
| FCA | Incoterm | The seller hands the goods, cleared for export, to the buyer's carrier at a named place. |
| FOB | Incoterm | The seller loads the goods on the vessel at the port of loading; freight is the buyer's. |
| CFR | Incoterm | The seller pays sea freight to the destination port; the risk passes once loaded. |
| CIF | Incoterm | Like CFR, and the seller also insures the goods until the destination port. |
| CPT | Incoterm | The seller pays carriage to a named place; the risk passes at the first carrier. |
| CIP | Incoterm | Like CPT, and the seller also insures the goods to the named place. |
| DAP | Incoterm | The seller delivers to a named place, ready for unloading; import duties are the buyer's. |
| DPU | Incoterm | The seller delivers and unloads the goods at a named place in the destination country. |
| DDP | Incoterm | The seller delivers to the buyer's place and pays import duties and taxes too. |
| FAS | Incoterm | The seller places the goods alongside the vessel at the port of loading. |
| T/T | Payment term | A bank transfer, often a deposit before production and the balance against documents. |
| L/C | Payment term | A letter of credit, under which the buyer's bank pays once the shipping documents match its terms. |
| D/P | Payment term | Documents against payment, where the buyer gets the shipping documents once it pays. |
| D/A | Payment term | Documents against acceptance, where the buyer gets the documents by accepting to pay later. |
| CAD | Payment term | Cash against documents, where payment is made when the shipping documents are presented. |
| Bank Transfer | Payment term | A direct transfer between bank accounts, agreed in the contract. |
| Escrow | Payment term | A third party holds the payment until the buyer confirms delivery. |
| Cash | Payment term | Payment in cash, usually only for small or local orders. |
Name the Incoterm with a place, and agree it and the payment term in writing before production starts.
| Point | What to check | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Incoterm and place | Every quotation names the same Incoterm and port or place. | Prices on FOB and on CIF differ by the freight and the insurance. |
| Specification | The grade, size or composition quoted matches the one asked for. | A lower grade can hide behind a lower price. |
| Quantity and MOQ | The price is for the quantity ordered, above the minimum order. | Unit prices change with the order size. |
| Packaging | Packing type, size and labelling are stated and the same. | Custom packing adds cost. |
| Payment term | The payment term and the deposit asked. | It moves the risk between buyer and seller. |
| Lead time | The production and shipping time to the destination. | A late shipment can cost more than a higher price. |
| Documents | The certificates and export documents included. | Missing papers can block customs. |
| Validity | How long the quoted price holds. | Quotations are often valid for a limited time only. |
Ask every counterpart to quote on the same basis: only then does the lower price win.