Pepper and chili exports from Zimbabwe: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Zimbabwe exported pepper and chili worth $6.6 million (2.7 thousand tonnes). Value fell 10% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $6.6M | 2.7K t |
| 2023 | $7.4M | 2.8K t |
| 2022 | $5.3M | 1.8K t |
| 2021 | $3.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $5.1M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $3.8M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $4.9M | 2.1K t |
| 2017 | $4.0M | 2.4K t |
Where Zimbabwe exports pepper and chili to
Most of it went to South Africa (32%), United States (21%), Spain (21%). Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+62% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.1M | 32% |
| United States | $1.4M | 21% |
| Spain | $1.4M | 21% |
| Mozambique | $838K | 13% |
| India | $366K | 5.5% |
| Netherlands | $210K | 3.2% |
| Germany | $174K | 2.6% |
| South Korea | $56K | 0.8% |
| United Kingdom | $37K | 0.6% |
| Australia | $36K | 0.6% |
Product types under HS 0904
| 0904.21 | Dried chili peppers | 59% |
| 0904.12 | Ground black pepper | 30% |
| 0904.22 | Ground chili powder | 8.5% |
| 0904.11 | Peppercorns | 3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0904.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.42 per kg, 32% below the world average of $3.56, 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.
Pepper and chili imports to Zimbabwe
In 2024, Zimbabwe imported pepper and chili worth $295 thousand (43 tonnes). South Africa alone supplied 71% of it. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+46% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $208K | 71% |
| Netherlands | $45K | 15% |
| France | $40K | 14% |
| China | $1K | 0.4% |
| Lebanon | $1K | 0.2% |
| Malawi | $0K | 0% |
| Cambodia | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe pepper and chili exports (HS 0904): 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: Pepper of the genus piper; dried or crushed or ground fruits of the genus capsicum or of the genus pimenta.
Common questions
What is the value of pepper and chili exported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe exported pepper and chili worth $6.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 45th of 180 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries buy pepper and chili from Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest buyer with 32% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by the United States (21%) and Spain (21%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 18 buyer countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 62% on the year.
What is the average export price of pepper and chili per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.42 per kg in 2024, 32% below the world average of $3.56 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of pepper and chili from Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Exports went from $4.0 million in 2017 to $6.6 million in 2024, an increase of 67%. The peak was 2023 at $7.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.1 million a year.
Does Zimbabwe also import pepper and chili?
Yes. Zimbabwe imported $295 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Africa, the Netherlands and France. On balance Zimbabwe is a net exporter of this product, by about $6.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for pepper and chili?
The HS code for pepper and chili is heading 0904. In Zimbabwe the largest six-digit codes were 0904.21 (59% of the value) and 0904.12 (30%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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