Ginger and spices exports from Ethiopia: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of ginger and spices by Ethiopia reached $5.0 million in 2024 (7.1 thousand tonnes). Value rose 11% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $8.1 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5.0M | 7.1K t |
| 2023 | $4.5M | 5.2K t |
| 2022 | $4.4M | 3.7K t |
| 2021 | $7.9M | 8.8K t |
| 2020 | $4.3M | 5.8K t |
| 2019 | $8.1M | 9.3K t |
| 2018 | $6.2M | 5.5K t |
| 2017 | $6.1M | 4.6K t |
Where Ethiopia exports ginger and spices to
Most of it went to India (39%), Pakistan (18%), Kenya (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Kenya grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.9M | 39% |
| Pakistan | $873K | 18% |
| Kenya | $589K | 12% |
| Egypt | $517K | 10% |
| United States | $235K | 4.7% |
| Germany | $137K | 2.8% |
| Morocco | $128K | 2.6% |
| Canada | $86K | 1.7% |
| Turkey | $63K | 1.3% |
| France | $62K | 1.2% |
Product types under HS 0910
| 0910.30 | Turmeric | 71% |
| 0910.11 | Dried ginger | 14% |
| 0910.99 | Spices (other varieties) | 12% |
| 0910.91 | Mixed spices | 3.4% |
| 0910.12 | Ground ginger | 0.1% |
| 0910.20 | Saffron | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0910.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.70 per kg, 69% below the world average of $2.23, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Ginger and spices imports to Ethiopia
Ethiopia imported $503 thousand of ginger and spices in 2024 (509 tonnes). One supplier dominates: India accounted for 74% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $372K | 74% |
| Saudi Arabia | $130K | 26% |
| South Africa | $1K | 0.1% |
| France | $1K | 0.1% |
| Kenya | $0K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ethiopia?
The shipment records behind Ethiopia ginger and spices exports (HS 0910): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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: Ginger, saffron, tumeric (curcuma), thyme, bay leaves, curry and other spices.
Common questions
What is the value of ginger and spices exported by Ethiopia?
Ethiopia exported ginger and spices worth $5.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 55th of 199 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries buy ginger and spices from Ethiopia?
India was the largest buyer with 39% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by Pakistan (18%) and Kenya (12%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 43 buyer countries in total. Pakistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 254% on the year.
What is the average export price of ginger and spices per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.70 per kg in 2024, 69% below the world average of $2.23 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of ginger and spices from Ethiopia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.1 million in 2017 to $5.0 million in 2024, a fall of 19%. The peak was 2019 at $8.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.8 million a year.
Does Ethiopia also import ginger and spices?
Yes. Ethiopia imported $503 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, Saudi Arabia and South Africa. On balance Ethiopia is a net exporter of this product, by about $4.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for ginger and spices?
The HS code for ginger and spices is heading 0910. In Ethiopia the largest six-digit codes were 0910.30 (71% of the value) and 0910.11 (14%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Ethiopia reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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