Yuzu Kosho (Fermented Yuzu-Chili Condiment)

Various (e.g. Kyushu artisan makers, Yakami Orchard) · Japan (Kyushu)
Seasonings Wasabi & Spice Ambient Growing export

A fermented paste of grated yuzu peel, chili and salt — bright, citrusy and hot — that has become a sought-after chef condiment in Western fine dining for fish, grilled meats, dressings and cocktails. Green (immature yuzu) and red (ripe) styles exist. A high-appeal artisan discovery item with low regulatory friction.

The supplierKyushu artisan producers (yuzu kosho originates in Kyushu/Kyushu region) plus importer-curated brands (e.g. Yakami Orchard for US). Small-to-mid artisan makers; export via specialty importers, variable English readiness.
Why it sells abroadFermented yuzu-peel + chili + salt paste — intensely aromatic, chef-darling condiment riding the global yuzu trend; a high-margin gourmet differentiator.

Buyer's brief ✓ SOURCES VERIFIED

CertificationsHACCP; FSSC at larger packers (category). Artisan Kyushu producers; often natural/no-additive. Halal/Kosher: NOT publicly verified at artisan scale.
Pack formatsRetail: 50g/70g/100g jars & tubes. Foodservice: 500g/1kg tubs; bulk on request. Cases of 6-12.
Shelf life9-12 months unopened; refrigerate after opening.
StorageRefrigerate after opening.
Minimum orderTypical: importer carton/pallet; LCL feasible (small jars).
Lead timeTypical: 4-8 weeks ex-Japan; subject to yuzu seasonality.
CapacityLow-medium — artisan, yuzu-harvest dependent.
Container loadTypical: LCL / part-container.
PricingEstimate: premium, $20-40/kg wholesale; confirm via maker.
OEM / private labelSmall-lot OEM/private-label feasible from artisan makers (category norm).
Wholesale & MOQSpecialty/gourmet importers (Yakami Orchard, MTC Kitchen, Mutual Trading); flexible MOQ for fine-food.
Key exporters & distributorsYakami Orchard, MTC Kitchen, Mutual Trading, specialty importers
Export regulationChili/citrus food; allergen-light; standard labeling; some shelf-life/refrigerate-after-opening notes; minimal export hurdle.
Market demandHot growth — yuzu is a leading global flavor; fine-dining, craft-cocktail and gourmet-retail pull in US/UK/FR/AU/CA.
How to source itVia specialty importers (Yakami Orchard, The Japanese Pantry) / Kyushu maker direct; JETRO craft-food, FOODEX artisan zone.
Verified sourceshttps://thejapanesepantry.com/
MakerKyushu (Kyushu/Kyushu-region) artisan producers
OriginJapan (Kyushu)
CategorySeasonings / Wasabi & Spice
Available inUnited States, United Kingdom, France +2 more
HandlingAmbient
Price tierPremium
ChannelSpecialty
Export readinessGrowing export
HS code2103.90
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