Turmeric trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in turmeric was worth $495.4 million in 2024, about 268.9 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 70% since 2017, and up 45% 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 | $495.4M | 268.9K t |
| 2023 | $341.6M | 221.9K t |
| 2022 | $360.8M | 226.8K t |
| 2021 | $376.5M | 222.1K t |
| 2020 | $353.8M | 253.0K t |
| 2019 | $303.1M | 200.0K t |
| 2018 | $320.5M | 169.7K t |
| 2017 | $291.7M | 150.5K t |
Top turmeric exporting countries
India is the largest exporter with 69% of world exports, followed by Myanmar and Vietnam. The top three supply 78% between them, out of 142 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $341.7M | 69% |
| Myanmar | $28.4M | 5.7% |
| Vietnam | $14.2M | 2.9% |
| Fiji | $12.7M | 2.6% |
| China | $11.4M | 2.3% |
| Peru | $8.5M | 1.7% |
| Germany | $6.6M | 1.3% |
| Netherlands | $6.5M | 1.3% |
| Indonesia | $6.3M | 1.3% |
| Bangladesh | $5.0M | 1% |
| Spain | $4.9M | 1% |
| United States | $3.6M | 0.7% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Bangladesh is the biggest buyer with 11% of world imports, ahead of the United Arab Emirates and the United States. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 31% across 213 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Bangladesh | $52.2M | 11% |
| United Arab Emirates | $51.5M | 10% |
| United States | $49.7M | 10% |
| India | $39.8M | 8% |
| Malaysia | $19.9M | 4% |
| Germany | $16.3M | 3.3% |
| Morocco | $15.9M | 3.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $15.3M | 3.1% |
| Iran | $14.9M | 3% |
| Netherlands | $14.4M | 2.9% |
| China | $12.9M | 2.6% |
| United Kingdom | $11.7M | 2.4% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $1.84 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $5.49 per kg and Myanmar $0.93 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 0910.30: Spices: turmeric (curcuma). HS 0910 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most turmeric?
India exported $341.7 million in 2024, 69% of the world total, followed by Myanmar (6%) and Vietnam (3%). In all, 142 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most turmeric?
Bangladesh imported $52.2 million in 2024, 11% of world imports, ahead of the United Arab Emirates (10%) and the United States (10%). The top three importers together take 31%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in turmeric?
It was worth $495.4 million in 2024, about 268.9 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 70% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 142 countries reported exports and 213 reported imports.
What is the average price of turmeric per kg?
The world average declared value was about $1.84 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $5.49 per kg and Myanmar $0.93 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 turmeric?
The HS code for turmeric is subheading 0910.30, 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 0910 page.
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