Peppercorns exports from Kenya: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of peppercorns by Kenya reached $2.7 million in 2024 (1.9 thousand tonnes). Value fell 15% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 123% a year on average.
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 | $2.7M | 1.9K t |
| 2023 | $3.1M | 1.7K t |
| 2022 | $3.2M | 1.9K t |
| 2021 | $3.2M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $1.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $856K | 605 t |
| 2018 | $252K | 504 t |
| 2017 | $10K | 1 t |
Where Kenya exports peppercorns to
Most of it went to Germany (29%), Italy (29%), United Kingdom (27%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $788K | 30% |
| Italy | $767K | 29% |
| United Kingdom | $726K | 27% |
| Netherlands | $136K | 5.1% |
| South Korea | $81K | 3% |
| Togo | $45K | 1.7% |
| Spain | $26K | 1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $17K | 0.6% |
| Israel | $15K | 0.6% |
| Ireland | $15K | 0.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.41 per kg, 74% below the world average of $5.34, 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.
Peppercorns imports to Kenya
Kenya imported $728 thousand of peppercorns in 2024 (70 tonnes). The largest suppliers were Tanzania (26%), India (22%), Thailand (21%). Among the main suppliers, Israel grew fastest (+716% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $189K | 26% |
| India | $162K | 22% |
| Thailand | $152K | 21% |
| Vietnam | $62K | 8.6% |
| United States | $52K | 7.2% |
| Chile | $26K | 3.6% |
| Spain | $25K | 3.5% |
| China | $15K | 2.1% |
| Israel | $14K | 1.9% |
| South Africa | $8K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya peppercorns exports (HS 0904.11): 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 0904.11: Spices: pepper (of the genus piper), neither crushed nor ground.
Common questions
What is the value of peppercorns exported by Kenya?
Kenya exported peppercorns worth $2.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 32nd of 156 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 15% on 2023.
Which countries buy peppercorns from Kenya?
Germany was the largest buyer with 29% of the value ($788 thousand), followed by Italy (29%) and the United Kingdom (27%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 30 buyer countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 570% on the year.
What is the average export price of peppercorns per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.41 per kg in 2024, 74% below the world average of $5.34 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of peppercorns from Kenya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $10 thousand in 2017 to $2.7 million in 2024. The peak was 2021 at $3.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.9 million a year.
Does Kenya also import peppercorns?
Yes. Kenya imported $728 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Tanzania, India and Thailand. On balance Kenya is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for peppercorns?
The HS code for peppercorns is subheading 0904.11. It sits in HS chapter 09 (coffee, tea, mate and spices). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0904 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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