According to the General Department of Customs, Vietnam exported 99,900 tons of pepper in the first five months of 2025, generating USD 690.4 million. While export volume dropped by 12.5% year-over-year, the value soared by 40.5%.

This growth was driven by a sharp increase in pepper prices. In the five-month period, the average export price reached USD 6,910 per ton, up 61.1% compared to the same time last year.

Export value rose significantly across most major markets, with the UK seeing a remarkable 114% increase over the previous year.

The United States, Germany, and India emerged as Vietnam’s top three pepper export markets, accounting for nearly 41% of export volume and almost 44% of total value.

Specifically, the U.S. spent nearly USD 185 million to purchase 24,687 tons of pepper. Despite an 18.9% drop in volume, value still increased sharply by 34.8% compared to 2024.

Exports to Germany totaled 8,451 tons, earning nearly USD 64 million, up 11.5% in volume and 73.7% in value. Exports to India reached 7,501 tons, valued at over USD 53 million, up 8.3% in volume and 86.7% in value.

Currently, domestic pepper prices range from VND 137,000 to 138,000 per kilogram (about USD 5.4-5.5/kg). At Ho Chi Minh City ports, black pepper for export with a density of 500 g/l is priced at USD 6,300 per ton, and 550 g/l at USD 6,400 per ton. White pepper is selling for USD 9,300 per ton.

Experts predict that in the short term, pepper prices may stabilize or slightly decline due to inconsistent export demand and tight supply. However, in the medium to long term, global supply shortages are likely to support a price rebound.

Tam An