Dried chili peppers imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of dried chili peppers by the United Kingdom reached $6.1 million in 2024 (965 tonnes). Value fell 9% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $7.8 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6.1M | 965 t |
| 2023 | $6.7M | 879 t |
| 2022 | $7.6M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $7.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $5.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $4.7M | 931 t |
| 2018 | $5.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $6.7M | 1.6K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports dried chili peppers from
The largest suppliers were China (21%), India (14%), Mexico (14%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 49%. Among the main suppliers, Malawi grew fastest (+89% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.3M | 21% |
| India | $880K | 14% |
| Mexico | $842K | 14% |
| South Africa | $785K | 13% |
| Spain | $402K | 6.6% |
| Honduras | $313K | 5.1% |
| Germany | $272K | 4.4% |
| Malawi | $133K | 2.2% |
| Uzbekistan | $104K | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | $99K | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.34 per kg, 139% above the world average of $2.65. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Dried chili peppers exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported dried chili peppers worth $1.4 million (163 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Netherlands accounted for 67% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $961K | 67% |
| India | $87K | 6% |
| Germany | $48K | 3.3% |
| Spain | $48K | 3.3% |
| Ireland | $41K | 2.8% |
| United States | $38K | 2.6% |
| Czech Republic | $35K | 2.5% |
| Italy | $29K | 2% |
| China | $27K | 1.8% |
| Guyana | $16K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom dried chili peppers imports (HS 0904.21): 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 0904.21: Spices: fruits of the genus Capsicum or Pimenta, dried, neither crushed nor ground.
Common questions
What is the value of dried chili peppers imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported dried chili peppers worth $6.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 965 tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 202 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply dried chili peppers to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 21% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by India (14%) and Mexico (14%). The top three together account for 49%, out of 60 supplier countries in total. Malawi grew fastest among the top ten, up 89% on the year.
What is the average import price of dried chili peppers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.34 per kg in 2024, 139% above the world average of $2.65 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of dried chili peppers to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.7 million in 2017 to $6.1 million in 2024, a fall of 9%. The peak was 2021 at $7.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export dried chili peppers?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, India and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $4.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for dried chili peppers?
The HS code for dried chili peppers is subheading 0904.21. 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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