Matcha has moved from a speciality tea to a mainstream beverage ingredient. For importers, the challenge is no longer finding a supplier - it is securing consistent volume and documentation.
Capacity is the new differentiator
With a stable 30 tons of monthly output, we can commit to annual contracts and hold safety stock for key accounts. Buyers should confirm capacity, not just price.
Certification is now a market-entry requirement
EU, USDA and JAS organic certificates, HALAL certification and third-party lab reports are increasingly requested at the buying stage rather than at customs.
Plan lead times around harvest
First flush leaf is harvested in April. Reserve ceremonial volumes early if your product depends on first-flush colour and umami.
