Pepper powder is made by grinding the unripe and sun-dried black peppercorns - the fruit of the Piper nigrum vine (native to Sri Lanka and India). It has strong antibacterial and antioxidant properties, a major reason why it was used as a natural food preservative before refrigerators came into existence. Pepper powder is mainly of two types - white pepper powder and black pepper powder. While both of them come from the same plant, they essentially differ in processing techniques, which gives them varying flavor profiles. White pepper powder is spicier but is less complex in aroma compared to black pepper powder. Both of these pepper powders are used to enhance the flavor of various cuisines, soups, and even salads. Its place in the global supply chain is stimulated because of its health factors. It stimulates digestive enzymes, reduces bloating, helps in relieving cough, and also improves the bioavailability of compounds like beta-carotene, curcumin, and selenium.
Pepper powders are mainly of only two types - Black Pepper Powder and White Pepper Powder. Black pepper powders have multiple varieties, based on their region. Some of the most famous types of black pepper powder, based on region, are as follows:
Why limit your exporting business to just pepper powder, when there is a wide range of other agricultural products that you can start exporting? By taking reference from the above-mentioned types of black pepper powder, you can start exporting these as well. A few of the other products that you can export are as follows:
While trading internationally, important market data can help you a lot in your journey. A few of those are mentioned below:
Global Market Size
Source: Market Research Reports
Top Importing Countries for Pepper Powder (2024):
Source: Volza
Some of the recent trends in the market of pepper powder are as follows:
The impact of key factors on CAGR forecast:
In the global market of pepper powder, there are a few standard requirements placed by the international pepper powder buyers or peppercorn buyers. Meeting these requirements helps you finalize deals with some of the most reputable importing companies. Make sure that your pepper powder meets these requirements:
There are a lot of ways through which you can connect with multiple buyers and importers of pepper powder (whether black or white). Relying on multiple ways helps you connect with multiple buyers and also saves a lot of your time. Here are some of the most effective ways to do so:
1. How much is 1kg of black pepper powder?
The price for 1kg of black pepper ranges from $3.60 to $11.40 (depending on the location, type, and quality).
2. Who is the largest importer of pepper powder?
The largest importers of pepper powder are the US, Colombia, and Venezuela.
3. Which pepper is famous in India?
Black pepper and chili peppers are the most famous peppers in India.
4. What quality standards and specifications are expected for pepper powder exports?
While exporting pepper powder, you need to make sure that there are no volatile materials present in your powder, and that they are clean, have less than 12% moisture content, and have a minimum volatile oil content.
5. Are there popular varieties of pepper powder used in export?
Yes, black (Malabar, Tellicherry, and Lampong) and white pepper powder (Muntok and Brazilian) are the two most popular varieties of pepper powders used in export.
6. How should exporters prepare and package pepper powder shipments?
While exporting pepper powder, exporters should ensure that they are using moisture-resistant materials for packaging, that the packets are properly sealed, have clear labelings, and are tamper-proof.
7. What HS code is used for exporting pepper powder?
090412 is the pepper powder HSN code.
8. What is the shelf life of pepper powder for export?
The typical shelf life of pepper powder is around 18 to 24 months.
9. How do exporters find buyers for pepper powder?
Exporters rely on multiple platforms to find pepper powder buyers, some of them are:
India’s total production of black pepper fell from 55,000 MT in 2024 to 46,000 MT in 2025 due to climate change. The prices for the same have also decreased from INR 328/kg in January to INR 614/kg in June. (Full story: The Tribune)
