Freshdi Market Insight
Make smarter Tea Leaves sourcing decisions with real market data
India (13.3%), United States (13.3%) and Kenya (10%) are the top contributors to the 30 Tea Leaves suppliers, with supply spread across 18 countries. The typical range is USD 40 - 120 per metric ton FOB, centered at a USD 80 median, meaning buyers should expect variation and assess quality factors closely.
What is in this market?
The size and shape of Tea Leaves on Freshdi before you shortlist anyone: how many sellers, how much product, how many origins, and which way demand is moving.
42supply
Freshdi lists 42 active Tea Leaves supply listings as of 31 October 2026.
30companies
Freshdi has 30 active Tea Leaves suppliers, 0.2% of all suppliers on the platform, as of 31 October 2026.
18origins
Freshdi Tea Leaves suppliers come from 18 countries, led by India at 13.3%, as of 31 October 2026.
30 suppliers are actively offering Tea Leaves on the platform, with 5 of them updating their listings in the last 30 days. This shows a steady level of engagement—suppliers are not just listing once and disappearing, which means buyers can expect fresh, current information on quality, pricing, and availability. It also suggests that the category is maintained with regular attention, reducing the risk of outdated or inaccurate data. 42 listings are currently active, offering a range of tea types and specifications. With this depth, buyers can find a match for specific grades, processing methods, or packaging without needing to start from scratch with a custom request. The presence of multiple listings also implies that suppliers are treating tea leaves as a core product line. Tea Leaves are supplied by 18 countries, offering broad geographic diversity. This wide reach means buyers can compare sourcing options across regions, potentially finding better quality, cost, or compliance advantages based on origin—especially useful for those looking to diversify their supply chain or avoid over-reliance on a single region.
Freshdi recorded 14 buyer requests for Tea Leaves globally in the 365 days to 31 October 2026.
- Freshdi lists 42 active Tea Leaves supply listings from 30 suppliers in 18 countries, drawn from 140 source documents and 381 supply observations over the 365 days to 31 October 2026.
- Freshdi received 14 buyer requests for Tea Leaves in the 365 days to 31 October 2026 against 42 active listings — 3.0 listings per request globally.
Who exactly is selling?
The verified Tea Leaves suppliers buyers actually reach on Freshdi, ranked by the inquiries they received in the last 30 days and how reliably they answered them.
No Tea Leaves suppliers currently meet the ranking criteria below.
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.
- 0 of the 30 Tea Leaves suppliers on Freshdi are Level 2+ verified with a response rate of at least 70%, as of 31 October 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?
Tea Leaves had 2 new listings in the last 30 days, fewer than the 3 the month before. When comparing similar offers, the listing date helps a buyer see which one is closer to current market conditions. Check the listing date when evaluating two offers that appear alike.
Is the market busy?
2 of the 30 suppliers joined in the last 12 months, so the group is mostly made up of long-standing sellers. Buyers see a consistent pool of established names, which makes it easier to assess a supplier's reliability through past listings. The smaller number of new entries means a shortlist will largely consist of suppliers with a proven history. Review each supplier's listing history before reaching out.
516.7% of 30
413.3% of 30
516.7% of 30
Can these suppliers be trusted?
26 of 30 suppliers are verified, at least three in four, so buyers can contact several verified suppliers at once. 9 of 30 suppliers list a certificate, so a named standard is available for a subset of sellers.
- Freshdi refreshed 13 of 42 Tea Leaves supply listings (31.0%) within 90 days to 31 October 2026, and 2 (4.8%) within 30 days.
- 16 of 30 Tea Leaves suppliers on Freshdi (53.3%) were active in the 12 months to 31 October 2026, with 5 (16.7%) active within the last month, and 2 suppliers registered during the year.
- 86.7% of Tea Leaves suppliers on Freshdi are verified as of 31 October 2026.
- Among 9 certified Freshdi Tea Leaves supplier profiles, 22.2% hold FSSAI, 22.2% hold ISO, 11.1% hold COA, 11.1% hold Certificate of analysis, and 11.1% hold GST; a profile can hold more than one certificate.
What are the selling conditions, and where do the two sides disagree?
Part A reads the supply side on its own terms — price, trade term, MOQ, origin. Part B puts buyer demand next to it and measures the gaps in percentage points.
Default settings of a typical Tea Leaves offer — how it ships, what it costs, the smallest quantity accepted and where it comes from. Each figure is drawn from every quote in the last 365 days, not from one seller.
FOB54.3%
FOB is the leading trade term for Tea Leaves supply on Freshdi at 54.3%, followed by DAP at 16.5% and EXW at 12.9%, as of 31 October 2026.
40–120
USD/MT FOBTea Leaves supply on Freshdi typically lists between USD 40 and 120 per metric ton on a FOB basis, median USD 80 across 32 listings, as of 31 October 2026.
1MT median
The typical minimum order quantity for Tea Leaves on Freshdi is 1 MT, with most listings between 0.1 and 22 MT, as of 31 October 2026.
18countries
India (13.3%), United States (13.3%) and Kenya (10%) lead Tea Leaves supply origins on Freshdi, as of 31 October 2026.
Tea Leaves listings show a typical price range of USD 40 - 120 per metric ton on an FOB basis, with the median price at USD 80 per metric ton. Herbal is the largest variety in priced listings at 37.5%, with a median price of USD 80 per metric ton, while Black Tea accounts for 25% of listings and has a significantly higher median price of USD 3,410 per metric ton, indicating substantial price variation by type. The typical minimum order quantity for Tea Leaves is 1 MT, with most listings offering order sizes within the range of 0.1 to 22 MT, providing a broad spectrum of order volumes for buyers to select from. Supplier trade terms for Tea Leaves are predominantly FOB at 54.3%, with DAP making up 16.5% of listings — most suppliers leave freight and delivery responsibilities to the buyer. Payment terms for Tea Leaves are primarily T/T at 48.5%, with PayPal used in 23% of cases, showing a strong preference for bank transfer as the standard method of payment.
| Type | Range (P25–P75) | Median | N | Term | MOQ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| herbal | 80–120 USD/MT | 80 | 12 | FOB | 1 MT |
| black | 40–5000 USD/MT | 3410 | 8 | FOB | 1 MT |
Herbal has the lowest median at USD 80 per metric ton and the tightest range, USD 80 - 120. Black carries the highest median of USD 3,410 per metric ton on a USD 40 - 5,000 range and the widest range in the list.
| Market | Demand | Supply | Offers/req |
|---|---|---|---|
| Global | 84 requests | 140 products | 1.7 |
| United States | 16 requests | 140 products | 8.8 |
| ASEAN | 10 requests | 140 products | 14.0 |
| European Union | 7 requests | 140 products | 20.0 |
| Togo | 6 requests | 140 products | 23.3 |
Worldwide, 140 listings meet 84 buyer requests - 1.7 listings per request, so buyers have choice and suppliers compete. The United States sends 16 of those requests (19%), and there the same 140 listings make 8.8 listings per request. With more listings than requests, a supplier needs a sharp price or terms to win each request. Quote the global or US figure to match your market - the two are not interchangeable.
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| Tea Leaves type | Buyer range | Median | Supplier range | Median | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Herbal | – | – | 80 – 120 | 80 | – |
| Black | – | – | 40 – 5000 | 3410 | – |
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Buyers ask for Indian origin in 2 requests against 27 listings (0.07 requests per listing) - more listings than requests, so buyers have choice; Chinese origin sees 2 requests against 1 listing - more requests than listings, an opening for Chinese suppliers.
- Freshdi had 140 Tea Leaves listings against 84 buyer requests (1.7 listings per request), and buyers in the United States posted 16 of them (8.8 listings per request), in the 30 days to 31 October 2026.
- Tea Leaves buyer requests on Freshdi asked for India 2 times against 27 listings and China 2 times against 1 listings, in the 30 days to 31 October 2026.
- The United States (16), Togo (6) and the United Kingdom (5) sent the most of the 84 Tea Leaves buyer requests on Freshdi with a known buyer country, in the 30 days to 31 October 2026.
What do I do now?
Act on the numbers above — post request, or browse every listing.
Post buying request for Tea Leaves
Freshdi received 14 buyer requests for Tea Leaves in the last 12 months. Verified suppliers quote against your spec — no platform fees on either side.
Browse all Tea Leaves suppliers
42 listings from 30 sellers, filterable by type, MOQ, trade term and certification.
Tea Leaves on Freshdi have a median price of USD 80 per metric ton, FOB, based on 32 current listings. The price range spans from USD 40 to USD 120, indicating that quality, origin, and processing methods significantly influence pricing, with buyers needing to assess each listing's specific attributes before making a decision.
The typical minimum order quantity for Tea Leaves is 1.0 MT, with listings ranging from as low as 0.1 MT to as high as 22.0 MT. This wide range allows buyers with small or niche requirements to find viable suppliers, ensuring flexibility regardless of volume needs or specific sourcing goals.
FOB is the most commonly used trade term for Tea Leaves, appearing in 54.3% of supplier listings on Freshdi. Buyers should verify the exact term with each supplier, as discrepancies between buyer expectations and supplier offerings can impact logistics and cost calculations.
T/T is the preferred payment term for Tea Leaves, used by 48.5% of suppliers on Freshdi. This term is standard in most quotes, but buyers must confirm the specific payment structure with each supplier to ensure alignment with their financial processes and risk tolerance.
Freshdi lists two Tea Leaves grades: black and herbal. Black Tea has the highest median price at USD 3,410 per metric ton, while herbal Tea is priced at USD 80 per metric ton, with 12 listings for herbal and only 8 for black. Buyers must evaluate each grade separately due to significant price and quality differences.
Post a buying request detailing your required grade, quantity, and destination, or browse the live Tea Leaves 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 Tea Leaves listings, supplier quotes and buyer requests posted on Freshdi in the 365 days to 31 October 2026 - 42 active listings, 14 buyer requests, 140 source documents, and 381 supply observations from the last 30 days. External export benchmarks are cited separately and never mixed into Freshdi figures.
Price and MOQ ranges are the interquartile range - the middle half of quotes, a quarter below and a quarter above - with the median reported alongside. A Tea Leaves type is priced only once it holds at least 5% of supply price quotes and 3 priced listings with a real range; below that it is not listed. Buyer prices are compared only once there are at least 5 of them.
All prices are FOB, in USD per metric ton; quotes on other Incoterms are converted to a FOB equivalent. Freshdi does not hold a CIF price series for Tea Leaves, so no landed-cost comparison is possible from this data.
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.