Dried chili peppers trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in dried chili peppers was worth $1.96 billion in 2024, about 738.4 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 71% since 2017, and down 1% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1.96B | 738.4K t |
| 2023 | $1.97B | 658.1K t |
| 2022 | $1.63B | 577.6K t |
| 2021 | $1.74B | 722.1K t |
| 2020 | $1.54B | 660.7K t |
| 2019 | $1.31B | 616.6K t |
| 2018 | $1.11B | 567.3K t |
| 2017 | $1.14B | 635.6K t |
Top dried chili peppers exporting countries
India is the largest exporter with 52% of world exports, followed by China and Peru. The top three supply 81% between them, out of 142 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.02B | 52% |
| China | $404.0M | 21% |
| Peru | $152.9M | 7.8% |
| Mexico | $151.2M | 7.7% |
| Myanmar | $61.8M | 3.2% |
| Germany | $21.5M | 1.1% |
| Zambia | $16.7M | 0.9% |
| Spain | $16.5M | 0.8% |
| Pakistan | $9.9M | 0.5% |
| Vietnam | $7.9M | 0.4% |
| Honduras | $6.6M | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $5.4M | 0.3% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are China (26%), the United States (14%) and Thailand (10%). 202 countries imported it, and the top three take 49% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $499.3M | 26% |
| United States | $267.2M | 14% |
| Thailand | $196.0M | 10% |
| Mexico | $142.8M | 7.3% |
| Spain | $129.1M | 6.6% |
| Bangladesh | $125.7M | 6.4% |
| Malaysia | $117.3M | 6% |
| Sri Lanka | $82.5M | 4.2% |
| Indonesia | $76.7M | 3.9% |
| Germany | $33.7M | 1.7% |
| Vietnam | $19.5M | 1% |
| Japan | $19.5M | 1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $2.65 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $9.45 per kg and Myanmar $1.71 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 0904.21: Spices: fruits of the genus Capsicum or Pimenta, dried, neither crushed nor ground. HS 0904 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most dried chili peppers?
India exported $1.02 billion in 2024, 52% of the world total, followed by China (21%) and Peru (8%). In all, 142 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most dried chili peppers?
China imported $499.3 million in 2024, 26% of world imports, ahead of the United States (14%) and Thailand (10%). The top three importers together take 49%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in dried chili peppers?
It was worth $1.96 billion in 2024, about 738.4 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 71% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $1.97 billion. 142 countries reported exports and 202 reported imports.
What is the average price of dried chili peppers per kg?
The world average declared value was about $2.65 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $9.45 per kg and Myanmar $1.71 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for dried chili peppers?
The HS code for dried chili peppers is subheading 0904.21, in chapter 09 (coffee, tea, mate and spices). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 0904 page.
How can I find dried chili peppers buyers and suppliers?
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