Pepper Price update mid week 31 2025
We’re seeing a significant surge in black and white pepper prices in Vietnam for the fourth consecutive day. Major exporters are actively in the market as third-quarter coverage gets underway. With the tariff decision finalized, Vietnam has emerged as the most cost-effective origin and the country with the cheapest tariffs. This has prompted USA buyers, who had been delaying their purchases, to enter the market. Already, 142,000 metric tons of pepper from the 2025 crop have been exported, leaving a [...]
Pepper Market update 21 July 2025
Black pepper prices closed slightly lower today, despite strong export figures for the first 15 days of July. Exports totaled 10,000 metric tons during this period, bringing the total from January 1st to July 15th, 2025, to 135,000 metric tons. Regarding supply, imports through July 15th, 2025, starting from January, reached 30,032 metric tons. With a carry-over of 45,000 metric tons and an estimated crop of 170,000 metric tons, we are left with 100,000 metric tons until the new crop [...]
Global Pepper Prices shows stability and chances for sudden Surge
We’ve observed significant activity in the black and white pepper markets this week, driven by strong global buying interest. US grinders, in particular, have been looking to purchase through the first quarter of 2026 at current prices. Exporters have secured orders for near-month shipments, and we’ve heard that multinational companies have sold for the last quarter of 2025 and the first quarter of 2026 at $6650-6800 FOB HCMC for 570 GL Asta cleaned pepper. Locally, with limited sellers and [...]
Pepper Market Review Week 27 2025
Vietnam’s pepper prices have been fluctuating due to various market dynamics. Here’s a review of the current market situation: *Current Prices:* – Black pepper (500 g/l) prices range from $ 5 800 to $6,000 per ton, while white pepper prices are stable at $9200 per ton. Local prices in Vietnam were around 148,000 VND per kilogram, showing a 10% increase due to rising demand from key markets like the European Union and Asia and finalisation of 20% Tariff on Vietnam originating produces [...]
Trump Tariff on Vietnam hits Pepper Exports to USA
Imposition of 46% Tariff on imports from Vietnam is forcing US importers to soft pedal till a clear picture is emerged regarding imposition of tariff by the Trump administration. Prices in Vietnam dropped US$ 150 pmt during the week though not much quantities were offered in the market but exporters were hesitant in giving decent bids and were shying away from the market . Importers may stay away from Vietnam pepper imports despite its competitive pricing due to several factors: – *Supply [...]
Vietnam’s pepper export scenario January to April 2025
Vietnam’s pepper export scenario at end of April 2025 presents some interesting trends. Let’s break it down Export Volume and Turnover Vietnam exported 74,250 tons of pepper, with black pepper accounting for 63,124 tons and white pepper for 11,126 tons. The total export turnover reached $510.6 million, with black pepper contributing $423.2 million and white pepper $87.4 million. Year-on-Year Comparison Compared to the same period in 2024, export volume decreased by 10.6%, but export turnover increased by 45%. This significant increase in turnover [...]
Will Less demand from exporters push down Vietnam pepper prices?
While reduced demand from exporters could potentially affect Vietnam pepper prices, current market dynamics suggest prices might remain stable or experience some fluctuation due to a combination of influencing factors. Here’s a brief overview of what’s shaping the market: **Global Demand and Supply:** The worldwide pepper market is currently facing a supply-demand imbalance, primarily due to decreased production in major regions like Vietnam and Brazil. This supply constraint could provide support for current price levels. **Export Trends:** Vietnam’s pepper exports demonstrated strong [...]
Vietnam pepper prices are likely to continue their upward trend after the May Day holidays
Vietnam pepper prices are likely to continue their upward trend after the May Day holidays due to several factors: Decreased Supply Vietnam’s pepper production has been declining in recent years, with output reaching around 164,000-180,000 tons. Global consumption, however, is rising steadily at 2.5% annually. Increased Demand Demand for pepper is recovering, especially in China, with the approaching holidays contributing to increased demand. The US and EU markets are currently on hold, but purchases are expected to pick up. Higher Transportation Costs Rising transportation costs [...]