Ginger and spices imports in Yemen: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Yemen imported ginger and spices worth $10.0 million (6.6 thousand tonnes). That is 58% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $24.6 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 | $10.0M | 6.6K t |
| 2023 | $23.6M | 24.9K t |
| 2022 | $24.6M | 25.7K t |
| 2021 | $23.7M | 22.8K t |
| 2020 | $18.6M | 20.4K t |
| 2019 | $17.7M | 22.8K t |
| 2018 | $12.6M | 15.9K t |
| 2017 | $2.9M | 3.8K t |
Where Yemen imports ginger and spices from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 61% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+41% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $6.1M | 61% |
| Saudi Arabia | $3.7M | 37% |
| Egypt | $56K | 0.6% |
| Myanmar | $41K | 0.4% |
| Kuwait | $35K | 0.4% |
| Bahrain | $27K | 0.3% |
| Pakistan | $22K | 0.2% |
| Turkey | $16K | 0.2% |
| United States | $11K | 0.1% |
| Tanzania | $6K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 0910
| 0910.99 | Spices: n.e.c. in heading no. 0910 | 57% |
| 0910.11 | Spices: ginger, neither crushed nor ground | 15% |
| 0910.30 | Spices: turmeric (curcuma) | 13% |
| 0910.91 | Spices: mixtures of 2 or more products of different headings | 11% |
| 0910.12 | Spices: ginger, crushed or ground | 2.9% |
| 0910.20 | Spices: saffron | 0.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0910.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.52 per kg, 32% 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 exports from Yemen
Yemen exported $830 thousand of ginger and spices in 2024 (566 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 77% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $636K | 77% |
| United States | $160K | 19% |
| United Kingdom | $10K | 1.2% |
| Netherlands | $9K | 1% |
| Malaysia | $6K | 0.8% |
| Kuwait | $5K | 0.6% |
| Bahrain | $3K | 0.4% |
| Canada | $1K | 0.2% |
| Switzerland | $1K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Yemen?
Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 imported by Yemen?
Yemen imported ginger and spices worth $10.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 60th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 58% on 2023.
Which countries supply ginger and spices to Yemen?
India was the largest supplier with 61% of the value ($6.1 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (37%) and Egypt (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 134% on the year.
What is the average import price of ginger and spices per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.52 per kg in 2024, 32% below the world average of $2.23 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of ginger and spices to Yemen changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.9 million in 2017 to $10.0 million in 2024, an increase of 250%. The peak was 2022 at $24.6 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Yemen also export ginger and spices?
Yes. Yemen exported $830 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, the United States and the United Kingdom. On balance Yemen is a net importer of this product, by about $9.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for ginger and spices?
The HS code for ginger and spices is heading 0910. In Yemen the largest six-digit codes were 0910.99 (57% of the value) and 0910.11 (15%). It sits in HS chapter 09 (coffee, tea, mate and spices). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0910 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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