Peppercorns imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $28.5 million of peppercorns in 2024 (5.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 21% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $28.5M | 5.4K t |
| 2023 | $23.5M | 5.5K t |
| 2022 | $24.5M | 5.3K t |
| 2021 | $24.9M | 5.6K t |
| 2020 | $20.6M | 5.2K t |
| 2019 | $21.0M | 4.8K t |
| 2018 | $24.5M | 4.6K t |
| 2017 | $31.2M | 5.0K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports peppercorns from
Most of the value came from Vietnam (44%), India (13%), Ireland (6%). Among the main suppliers, Brazil grew fastest (+113% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam | $12.6M | 44% |
| India | $3.6M | 13% |
| Ireland | $1.7M | 5.9% |
| Brazil | $1.6M | 5.8% |
| Indonesia | $1.6M | 5.7% |
| Kenya | $726K | 2.6% |
| Netherlands | $706K | 2.5% |
| China | $669K | 2.4% |
| South Africa | $636K | 2.2% |
| Turkey | $569K | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.23 per kg, close to the world average of $5.34.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Peppercorns exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of peppercorns by the United Kingdom reached $3.1 million in 2024 (322 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (28%), Ireland (19%), Germany (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $858K | 28% |
| Ireland | $595K | 19% |
| Germany | $445K | 14% |
| France | $263K | 8.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $172K | 5.6% |
| Qatar | $126K | 4.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $85K | 2.8% |
| Australia | $84K | 2.7% |
| United States | $68K | 2.2% |
| Belgium | $51K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom peppercorns imports (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 imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported peppercorns worth $28.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 213 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply peppercorns to the United Kingdom?
Vietnam was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($12.6 million), followed by India (13%) and Ireland (6%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 58 supplier countries in total. Brazil grew fastest among the top ten, up 113% on the year.
What is the average import price of peppercorns per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.23 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $5.34 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of peppercorns to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $31.2 million in 2017 to $28.5 million in 2024, a fall of 9%. The peak was 2017 at $31.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $24.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export peppercorns?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $3.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Ireland and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $25.4 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?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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