Dried chili peppers exports from Zimbabwe: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of dried chili peppers by Zimbabwe reached $3.9 million in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). That is 28% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $5.4 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
Hover or tap a year for detail.
Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $5.4M | 1.7K t |
| 2022 | $4.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $2.4M | 716 t |
| 2020 | $3.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $2.3M | 727 t |
| 2018 | $2.5M | 842 t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 512 t |
Where Zimbabwe exports dried chili peppers to
The largest buyer markets were South Africa (49%), Spain (35%), United States (6%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $1.9M | 49% |
| Spain | $1.4M | 35% |
| United States | $247K | 6.3% |
| India | $165K | 4.2% |
| Germany | $96K | 2.5% |
| South Korea | $56K | 1.4% |
| Mozambique | $18K | 0.5% |
| France | $18K | 0.5% |
| Namibia | $3K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $3K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.77 per kg, close to the world average of $2.65.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe dried chili peppers exports (HS 0904.21): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
Shipment records are in the platform
Tell us what you trade and we will show you the latest records on a live call.
Mirror data: built from the shipment records of the countries that trade with it.
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 exported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe exported dried chili peppers worth $3.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 142 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 28% on 2023.
Which countries buy dried chili peppers from Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest buyer with 49% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by Spain (35%) and the United States (6%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 14 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of dried chili peppers per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.77 per kg in 2024, close to 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 exports of dried chili peppers from Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $3.9 million in 2024, an increase of 113%. The peak was 2023 at $5.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.3 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?
EximDataX rebuilds Zimbabwe trade from the customs records of its trading partners, so the companies shipping to and from it are visible. Ask for a live look at your product.
Same product, other countries
World dried chili peppers trade: top importers and exporters
More trade data for Zimbabwe
See what your buyers are buying.Then decide.
Everything we show you comes from official customs filings — records, not claims. 30 minutes. Your shipment. Your HS code. Real platform. If you don’t see something new about your market by the end of the call, we walk away. No follow-ups.