Pepper Market April 23, 2025: China's pepper imports skyrocket

 

Pepper Market April 23, 2025: China's pepper imports skyrocket

Pepper prices today  (April 23) remained stable at around 153,000 - 154,000 VND/kg. According to data from China Customs, pepper imports into the country in the first two months of the year reached 1,230 tons, up 2.3 times over the same period last year.

In the world market

In the world market, pepper prices have not recorded any new fluctuations. The International Pepper Community (IPC) is listing the highest price of Malaysian ASTA black pepper at 9,600 USD/ton; followed by Indonesian black pepper at 7,056 USD/ton; and Brazilian ASTA black pepper at 6,900 USD/ton.

 Vietnam's black pepper  export  price is around 6,800 - 6,900 USD/ton for 500 g/l and 550 g/l.

Type name	World black pepper price list
	April 23 (Unit: USD/ton)	% change from previous day
Lampung Black Pepper (Indonesia)	7,056	–
Brazilian Black Pepper ASTA 570	6,900	–
Kuching Black Pepper (Malaysia) ASTA	9,600	–
Vietnamese black pepper (500 g/l)	6,800	–
Vietnamese black pepper (500 g/l)	6,900	–

At the same time of survey, Malaysian ASTA white pepper stood at 12,100 USD/ton; Vietnamese white pepper reached 9,800 USD/ton; and Indonesian Muntok white pepper was 9,641 USD/ton.

Type name	World white pepper price list
	April 23 (Unit: USD/ton)	% change from previous day
Muntok Indonesian White Pepper	9,641	–
ASTA Malaysian White Pepper	12,100	–
Vietnam white pepper	9,800	–

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According to Chinese Customs data, in the first two months of the year, China  imported   a total of 1,230 tons of pepper, equivalent to a value of 8.6 million USD, an increase of 2.3 times in volume and 3.3 times in value compared to the same period last year.

The two largest suppliers to the Chinese market continued to be Indonesia and Vietnam, with import volumes reaching 581 tons and 416 tons, respectively. Compared to the same period, pepper volume from Indonesia increased sharply by 227%, while that from Vietnam increased by 58.8%. In terms of market share, Indonesia accounted for 47.2% of China's total pepper imports, while Vietnam accounted for 33.9%.

Notably, the amount of pepper imported from Brazil - the next largest market - increased more than 10 times over the same period, reaching 162 tons, accounting for 13.2% of the market share.

The average price of pepper exported from Vietnam to China in the first two months of the year reached 7,123 USD/ton, up 76.5% over the same period last year. Meanwhile, the price of pepper from Indonesia also increased by 38.5%, reaching 7,178 USD/ton.

According to the Vietnam Pepper and Spice Association (VPSA), Vietnam's pepper exports to the Chinese market in the first quarter increased by 87.8% over the same period last year, reaching 2,034 tons. However, compared to the same period in 2023, the import volume was still 92.2% lower.

China has risen to the fourth position as Vietnam's largest pepper export market with its market share increasing to 4.3% from 1.9% in the same period.

VPSA said that Vietnam's pepper exports to China in the first quarter of this year increased sharply compared to the same period in 2024. This shows that pepper reserves in China have dropped to a low level.

However, pepper exports to China are currently limited due to the Chinese Customs' policy of tightening border trade exports. Meanwhile, if pepper is exported by sea, the cost will increase, so Chinese importers are not ready yet.

According to VietnamBiz.vn

Pepper Market April 24, 2025

 

Pepper Market April 24, 2025: Price increased by 2,000 VND

Pepper prices today  (April 24) increased by VND2,000 and traded at VND155,000 - 156,000/kg. Many businesses are lending their warehouses to farmers and taking advantage of exporting goods to the US at the old tax rate, avoiding congestion with contracts signed from 2024.

In the world market

At the end of the most recent trading session, the International Pepper Community (IPC) listed the price of Indonesian black pepper at 7,104 USD/ton, down 0.11% compared to the most recent trading session.

Meanwhile, pepper prices in other leading producing countries remained stable. Malaysian ASTA black pepper was quoted at USD 9,600/ton, while Brazilian ASTA black pepper reached USD 6,900/ton.

 Vietnam's black pepper  export  price is around 6,800 - 6,900 USD/ton for 500 g/l and 550 g/l.

Type name	World black pepper price list
	April 24 (Unit: USD/ton)	% change from previous day
Lampung Black Pepper (Indonesia)	7.104	-0.11
Brazilian Black Pepper ASTA 570	6,900	–
Kuching Black Pepper (Malaysia) ASTA	9,600	–
Vietnamese black pepper (500 g/l)	6,800	–
Vietnamese black pepper (500 g/l)	6,900	–

At the same time of survey, Indonesian Muntok white pepper decreased by 0.1% compared to the previous trading session, down to 9,614 USD/ton.

Malaysian ASTA white pepper price remained stable at 12,100 USD/ton and Vietnamese white pepper reached 9,800 USD/ton.

Type name	World white pepper price list
	April 24 (Unit: USD/ton)	% change from previous day
Muntok Indonesian White Pepper	9,614	-0.10
ASTA Malaysian White Pepper	12,100	–
Vietnam white pepper	9,800	–

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According to VOV, in the context of Vietnam's export activities being under pressure from a 46% reciprocal tax, the tax may be applied to the pepper spice industry, so there is immediately a situation of farmers hoarding goods waiting for pepper prices to peak.

Mr. Ngo Ba Luong, Manager of the Southern Pepper Material Area of ​​Son Ha Spices Company, said that most of the company's pepper output is exported to the US and EU. Therefore, many pepper and spice businesses are lending their warehouses to farmers and taking advantage of the old tax rate to export goods, avoiding congestion with contracts signed since 2024.

Mr. Luong said: “We are also trying to adapt, some partners are also urging us to deliver within 90 days. Knowing that our government is negotiating, I hope the negotiations between the two countries go well. As for our business side, we also regularly exchange with partners and customers to find ways to resolve the situation for quick trade.”

According to information from Ms. Hoang Thi Lien, President of the Vietnam Pepper and Spice Association (VPSA), in the first quarter of 2025, Vietnam exported over 47,600 tons of pepper, reaching a turnover of over 326 million USD. Although output decreased by more than 16%, value increased sharply by nearly 39% over the same period.

The US continues to be the largest pepper spice export market, accounting for about 25% of total turnover and importing up to 77% of pepper from Vietnam. However, the pepper industry is facing a major challenge as the US has imposed a 10%  import  tax  . This has caused some US buyers to suspend transactions, increasing competitive pressure with pepper from Brazil and Indonesia, countries with lower tax rates.

Ms. Lien said that it is necessary to take advantage of the maximum 90 days of temporary suspension of the 46% reciprocal tax to speed up delivery. At the same time, businesses must proactively expand their markets to Europe, Asia and the Middle East to avoid dependence on the US market, which is increasingly sensitive to prices and taxes.

According to VietnamBiz.vn

Agricultural product prices on April 21, 2025: Coffee and pepper prices remain unchanged

 

DNVN - The agricultural market on the first day of the week recorded stability when coffee and pepper continued to move sideways compared to the previous session, in which coffee was still purchased at an average of 129,600 VND/kg.

Tạp chí Doanh Nghiệp•21/04/2025

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In the first trading session on April 21, 2025, coffee prices remained unchanged from the previous session, with the average purchase price remaining at VND129,600/kg. Pepper prices continued to hold steady after a recent sharp decline.

On April 20, 2025, the agricultural market was stable with coffee and pepper prices remaining at high levels.
A day before, on April 19, 2025, both coffee and pepper prices simultaneously turned sharply down.
On April 18, 2025, the two main commodities, coffee and pepper, continued to increase slightly.

On the London market, the closing price of Robusta coffee at 5:00 a.m. on April 21, 2025 remained unchanged compared to the previous session, fluctuating from 5,098 - 5,398 USD/ton. Of which, the delivery price for May 2025 was 5,253 USD/ton; July 2025 was 5,277 USD/ton; September 2025 was 5,211 USD/ton and November 2025 was 5,142 USD/ton.

The New York Stock Exchange also recorded a stable level of Arabica coffee on the morning of April 21, when the price did not fluctuate much, ranging from 353.50 to 380.90 cents/lb. Specific prices by term: May 2025 is 375.50 cents/lb; July 2025 is 372.60 cents/lb; September 2025 is 366.05 cents/lb and December 2025 is 358.70 cents/lb.

Brazilian Arabica coffee closed the session with a slight decrease in all terms, fluctuating between 445.45 - 475.50 USD/ton. Specific levels include: May 2025 is 475.50 USD/ton; July 2025 is 468.45 USD/ton; September 2025 is 451.55 USD/ton and December 2025 is 443.75 USD/ton.

On the morning of April 21, 2025, domestic coffee prices in the Central Highlands remained stable compared to the previous day, with an average purchase price of VND 129,600/kg.

Details by province: in Dak Lak, the current coffee price is 129,700 VND/kg; in Lam Dong it is 129,000 VND/kg; Gia Lai recorded 129,500 VND/kg and Dak Nong is buying at 129,700 VND/kg.

Domestically, coffee prices in the Central Highlands last week recorded trading levels of VND129,500 - 129,700/kg, an increase of VND4,500 - 5,300/kg compared to the previous week. Globally, coffee prices on the London and New York exchanges both increased by 3 - 5% during the same period.

The London Stock Exchange is currently closed for the Easter holiday in many major countries until Monday. Meanwhile, the New York Stock Exchange is also closed today and will resume trading for a half day next Monday.

Safras & Mercado has updated its forecast for Brazil’s coffee production in 2025–26, reversing its initial assessment of a decline, raising its arabica output from 38.35 million bags to around 40 million bags, or even higher. While total production is still lower than last year, the decline is considered less significant than initially predicted.

In Vietnam, prolonged drought in some areas of the Central Highlands is negatively affecting this year’s coffee crop. Farmers in Dak Nong are facing many difficulties when facing a serious shortage of irrigation water in the middle of the dry season.

Many businesses said they will have to change their business strategies to adapt to the situation, such as boosting domestic exports, increasing product value and expanding markets to avoid being passive.

The Import-Export Department - Ministry of Industry and Trade assessed that Vietnam's coffee exports in the short term will continue to have a positive trend.

However, in the long term, Vietnamese coffee exports may face obstacles due to a decrease in domestic supply at the end of the season, pressure from the new harvest in Brazil and changes in tariff policies.

Meanwhile, pepper prices remain stable.

Pepper prices in the domestic market recorded at 5:00 a.m. on April 21, 2025 remained unchanged after the previous sharp decline. Currently, the average purchase price is 155,400 VND/kg in key areas.

In Gia Lai province, pepper prices remained the same as the previous day, currently at 155,000 VND/kg.

In Ba Ria - Vung Tau area, the market fluctuates little and prices remain high, currently pepper is purchased at 155,000 VND/kg.

In Binh Phuoc, pepper prices remain stable as in the previous session, currently being purchased at 155,000 VND/kg.

Pepper prices in Dak Nong and Dak Lak remain stable after the latest decline, being purchased at VND156,000/kg in both localities.

The international pepper market situation updated at 5:00 a.m. on April 21, 2025 from IPC shows that prices remain stable after many consecutive sessions of increase and decrease.

Specifically, the price of Lampung black pepper (Indonesia) is currently at 7,056 USD/ton; Muntok white pepper from the same country is traded at 9,641 USD/ton.

Malaysian pepper prices also remained stable, currently ASTA black pepper is sold at 9,600 USD/ton; ASTA white pepper is priced at 12,100 USD/ton.

Brazilian pepper prices stabilized after the previous increase, currently trading at $6,900/ton.

Vietnam's pepper export prices are currently unchanged from the previous sharp increase. Specifically, black pepper of 500 g/l is priced at 6,800 USD/ton, 550 g/l is priced at 6,900 USD/ton and white pepper is being sold at 9,800 USD/ton.

Last week, domestic pepper prices tended to increase in the middle of the week but quickly adjusted down towards the end of the week.

Pepper prices in Dak Nong and Dak Lak decreased by VND500 and VND1,000/kg respectively compared to last week, while Gia Lai and Binh Phuoc recorded an increase of VND1,000/kg. In Ba Ria – Vung Tau and Dong Nai, pepper prices remained unchanged.

The domestic pepper market is currently experiencing slight fluctuations as it enters the peak harvest season. However, prices remain stable thanks to support from many factors. Although it is the main harvest season, the amount of pepper brought to the market is not much because farmers tend to hoard their products thanks to good income from the coffee crop. In addition, purchasing power from speculators and traders also contributes to maintaining current prices.

Lan Le

Source: https://doanhnghiepvn.vn/kinh-te/gia-nong-san-ngay-21-4-2025-ca-phe-ho-tieu-giu-gia-khong-doi/20250421105110067

2025 Annual Public-Private Partnership Group Conference organised by the Vietnam Pepper and Spice Association

 

HCM City (VNS/VNA) - Pepper exporters need to adapt to the rapid and unpredictable developments in global trade, tapping markets with room for growth and enhancing product quality to maintain competitiveness, a conference heard in Ho Chi Minh City late last week.

Speaking at the 2025 Annual Public-Private Partnership Group Conference organised by the Vietnam Pepper and Spice Association, Le Viet Anh, the VPSA’s chief of office, reported that in the first quarter Vietnam exported 39,853 tonnes of black pepper and 7,807 tonnes of white pepper for 326.6 million USD.

It represented a 16.1% drop in volume but a 38.6% jump in value year-on-year on the back of soaring global prices.

The US remained Vietnam’s largest buyer despite a 32.6% drop in volume to 10,278 tonnes, accounting for 25% of export value.

Other top markets included India (3,370 tonnes, down 11.2%), Germany (3,358 tonnes, down 9.3%), and the UAE (2,757 tonnes, up 15.2%).

Shipments to China jumped by 87.8% to 2,034 tonnes.

According to the association, the industry is facing significant headwinds, especially the US’s imposition of a 10% tariff and a 46% reciprocal tariff on certain Vietnamese goods.

Vietnam has a 90-day negotiation window during which Washington will not impose the reciprocal tariffs.

VPSA Chairwoman Hoang Thi Lien said: “Businesses are cautious and holding off major export decisions while awaiting the outcome of the negotiations.

“If the negotiations fail to bring down tariffs, Vietnamese exporters could lose market share in the US to Brazil and Indonesia.

“The pepper industry is hoping that the Government will negotiate to reduce the reciprocal tariffs to the lowest possible levels.”

She urged businesses to maximise delivery during the 90-day grace period and proactively explore alternative markets like Europe, Asia and the Middle East.

“If, after negotiations, the countervailing tariffs on Vietnamese pepper remain higher than those of competitors, Vietnam’s market share in the US will likely shrink.”

The VPSA said total pepper imports of European countries in 2024 increased by 20% compared to 2023 to 120,657 tonnes. Vietnam's share of pepper exports to Europe also steadily increased over the years, rising from 44.6% in 2022 to 51.1% in 2023 and 52.1% in 2024.

It noted that the EU remains a highly demanding market with stringent quality, traceability and technical compliance requirements, especially for premium products like white and organic pepper, meaning Vietnamese exporters must constantly improve their quality.

Sustainability and public-private cooperation

Huynh Tien Dung, country director of IDH Vietnam (Initiative for Sustainable Trade in Vietnam), highlighted the joint efforts made by the Public-Private Partnership Working Group on Pepper and Spices in the past year for supporting sustainable pepper and spices production.

This year marks the conclusion of the group’s 2021–2025 strategic phase, during which progress has been made in improving farming practices, building farmer capacity, fostering dialogue between public and private sectors, and strengthening ties with international industry associations like the European Spice Association and the American Spice Trade Association, he said.

Looking ahead, the pepper sector faces ongoing risks, from inflation and geopolitical instability to increasing market demands for transparency, traceability and sustainable practices, trends that make it more important than ever to reinforce cooperation frameworks and develop a resilient strategy for 2026–2030, he said.

He shared IDH's vision for the next strategic phase: boosting commercial value through quality improvement, traceability and income diversification, particularly by promoting intercropping of pepper and coffee in the Central Highlands. It also aims to stabilise smallholder livelihoods by integrating sustainable production systems and expanding market and financial access, enhance environmental resilience by promoting regenerative agriculture, increasing carbon absorption, improving biodiversity, and enabling more accurate emissions tracking across pepper–coffee intercropping systems./.

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Pepper Market on April 14, 2025

 

Pepper Market on April 14, 2025: Trading in the range of 154,000 - 157,000 VND/kg

New market,  pepper price today  (April 14) remained stable in the range of 154,000 - 157,000 VND/kg. According to Comexstat data, Brazil exported 8,512 tons of pepper to Vietnam in the first quarter, an increase of 2.2 times compared to the same period in 2024.

In the domestic market

Pepper prices  this morning were traded in the range of 154,000 - 157,000 VND/kg, unchanged from the previous day.

Accordingly,  pepper price   in Dak Lak province is currently being purchased at the highest price of 157,000 VND/kg.

Next, pepper price in Dak Nong province stood at 156,500 VND/kg; pepper price in Ba Ria - Vung Tau and Dong Nai provinces both reached 155,000 VND/kg.

In Gia Lai and Binh Phuoc, pepper prices are lower at 154,000 VND/kg.

Province/district (survey area)	Purchase price on April 14 (Unit: VND/kg)	Change from previous day (Unit: VND/kg)
Dak Lak	157,000	–
Gia Lai	154,000	–
Dak Nong	156,500	–
Ba Ria – Vung Tau	155,000	–
Binh Phuoc	154,000	–
Dong Nai	155,000	–

In the world market

At the end of the most recent trading session, the International Pepper Association (IPC) listed the price of Malaysian ASTA black pepper at 9,850 USD/ton, Indonesian black pepper at 7,147 USD/ton, Brazilian ASTA black pepper at 6,800 USD/ton, and Vietnamese black pepper traded in the range of 6,600 - 6,800 USD/ton for 500 g/l and 550 g/l.

Type name	World black pepper price list
	April 14 (Unit: USD/ton)
Lampung Black Pepper (Indonesia)	7,147	–
Brazilian Black Pepper ASTA 570	6,800	–
Kuching Black Pepper (Malaysia) ASTA	9,850	–
Vietnamese black pepper (500 g/l)	6,600	–
Vietnamese black pepper (500 g/l)	6,800	–

At the same time of survey, Malaysian ASTA white pepper was reported at the highest price of 12,300 USD/ton; followed by Indonesian Muntok white pepper at 9,805 USD/ton; and finally Vietnamese white pepper at 9,600 USD/ton.

Type name	World white pepper price list
	April 14 (Unit: USD/ton)
Muntok Indonesian White Pepper	9,805	–
ASTA Malaysian White Pepper	12,300	–
Vietnam white pepper	9,600	–

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According to Comexstat, in March, Brazilian pepper  exports   reached 10,881 tons, with a turnover of 69.1 million USD, an increase of 38.4% in export volume and 40.5% in turnover compared to February. Vietnam continued to be the main export market for Brazilian pepper in March, reaching 4,309 tons, accounting for 39.6% of the market share, up 45.5%; followed by Germany: 1,072 tons, up 58.8%; UAE: 1,053 tons, up 123%.

By the end of the first quarter of 2025, the country's pepper exports reached 23,081 tons, worth 145.4 million USD, up 25.8% in volume and 130.1% in value over the same period last year. The average export price of pepper increased by nearly 83%, to 6,301 USD/ton.

Vietnam was the largest market for Brazilian pepper in the first quarter, accounting for 36.9% of total export volume with 8,512 tons, worth 52 million USD, up 2.2 times in volume and 4.2 times in value compared to the same period. The average  import  price  of pepper from Brazil to Vietnam reached 6,117 USD/ton, 90.4% higher than in the first quarter of last year.

Markets with large import volumes of 1,000 - 2,000 tons also include the UAE, India, Germany, Senegal, Morocco, and Egypt. Of which, import volumes from the above markets all increased, except for India, which decreased.

Meanwhile, according to preliminary statistics from the Vietnam Pepper and Spices Association (VPSA), in March Vietnam imported 4,940 tons of pepper of all kinds with a total turnover of 28.9 million USD. Compared to the previous month, the import volume increased by 68.7%, the turnover increased by 81.3% and compared to the same period in 2024, the import volume increased by 32.5%, the turnover increased by 104.9%.

Brazil returned to being the largest pepper supplier to Vietnam in March with imports reaching 3,061 tons, up 187.4% over the previous month, accounting for 62.0% of the import market share. Indonesia followed with 977 tons, down 29.8%, and Cambodia with 514 tons, up 158.3%.

In the first three months of the year, Vietnam imported 9,686 tons of pepper of all kinds; of which black pepper reached 6,541 tons, white pepper reached 3,145 tons, with a total import turnover of 55.7 million USD. Compared to the same period last year, the import volume increased by 21.3%, and the turnover increased by 88.8%.

Brazil is the largest pepper supplier to Vietnam with 4,363 tons, equivalent to the same period last year; followed by Indonesia with 3,707 tons, up 385.2% and Cambodia with 735 tons, down 64.7%.

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Pepper Market on April 13, 2025: Strong comeback

 

Pepper Market on April 13, 2025: Strong comeback, pepper price reached 157,000 VND/kg last week

Pepper prices continued to increase for the third consecutive day today to 154,000 - 157,000 VND/kg, 1,000 - 2,000 VND higher than last week. Meanwhile, world pepper prices fell sharply last week.

Source: Hoang Hiep compiled from giatieu.com

In the world market

According to the International Pepper Community (IPC), world pepper prices fell across the board last week. Of these, Vietnam’s black pepper price dropped the most by $500/ton, Brazil’s black pepper dropped by $150/ton, Indonesia’s black pepper dropped by $92/ton, and Malaysia’s by $50/ton.

Type name	World black pepper price list
	April 13 (Unit: USD/ton)	% change from last week
Lampung Black Pepper (Indonesia)	7,147	-1.27
Brazilian Black Pepper ASTA 570	6,800	-2.16
Kuching Black Pepper (Malaysia) ASTA	9,850	-0.51
Vietnamese black pepper (500 g/l)	6,600	-7.04
Vietnamese black pepper (500 g/l)	6,800	-6.85

At the same time of the survey, the price of Vietnamese white pepper also decreased sharply by 500 USD/ton, Indonesian Muntok white pepper decreased by 261 USD/ton and Malaysian ASTA white pepper decreased by 100 USD/ton.

Type name	World white pepper price list
	April 13 (Unit: USD/ton)	% change from last week
Muntok Indonesian White Pepper	9,805	-2.59
ASTA Malaysian White Pepper	12,300	-0.81
Vietnam white pepper	9,600	-4.95

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In 2024, Vietnam's pepper  exports   to the US reached 72,311 tons and recorded a record increase of 33.2%; turnover reached 409 million USD, accounting for 31% of Vietnam's total pepper export turnover to all markets.

However, the Donald Trump administration's application of a 10% import tax on all goods imported into the US has caused great concern for Vietnamese pepper exporting businesses.

Because in the first months of 2025, Vietnamese pepper enterprises signed many long-term orders with many US importers; some of which have delivery times until August and September this year.

Previously, pepper exports to the US were almost tax-free. Currently, many shipments are on their way to the US, these shipments were previously signed on price when there was no information about tax imposition.

Now it is expected that when arriving at US ports, pepper will be subject to a 10% tax. It is likely that import partners will renegotiate prices, and it is possible that Vietnamese pepper exporting enterprises and import partners in the US will have to share the cost of this 10% tax.

The pepper industry is beginning to study the specific tax rate for Vietnamese pepper to find the next response solution. Businesses still hope that the negotiations between the two governments will have positive results, expecting that after 3 more months, pepper will only have to pay a minimum import tax of 10% without having to bear additional reciprocal taxes.

While the two countries are still negotiating, VPSA said the current solution for the Vietnamese pepper industry is to improve productivity, quality, and reduce costs to compete with other pepper exporting countries.

To reduce risks from US policies, VPSA recommends that pepper exporting enterprises need to have flexible response plans. Instead of making monthly or yearly business plans, switch to weekly export plans and closely follow fluctuations in commodity prices to react appropriately.

Vietnamese pepper exporters need to proactively seek new markets to create new business opportunities. Pepper exports to Europe, Japan, and Middle Eastern countries have grown well thanks to tariff incentives and high demand for sustainably developed, deeply processed products.

According to VietnamBiz.v

Pepper Market on April 11, 2025: Strong increase across the board

 

Pepper Market on April 11, 2025: Strong increase across the board

Pepper prices today  (April 11) increased by 4,000 - 5,000 VND, trading at around 154,000 - 155,000 VND/kg. According to VPSA, US pepper imports from the world in the first two months of the year increased by 5.3%, however, imports from Vietnam decreased sharply by 18.6%.

In the world market

At the end of the most recent trading session, according to an update from the International Pepper Community (IPC), the price of Indonesian Lampung black pepper reversed and increased by 0.97% (69 USD/ton) compared to the previous trading session, to 7,147 USD/ton.

Meanwhile, pepper prices in other countries remain generally stable. Currently, Kuching black pepper from Malaysia still has the highest price at 9,850 USD/ton, while ASTA 570 black pepper from Brazil has the lowest price at 6,800 USD/ton.

 Vietnam's pepper export  price  today stood at 6,600 USD/ton for 500 g/l and 6,800 USD/ton for 550 g/l, unchanged from the previous day.

Type name	World black pepper price list
	April 11 (Unit: USD/ton)	% change from previous day
Lampung Black Pepper (Indonesia)	7,147	+0.97
Brazilian Black Pepper ASTA 570	6,800	–
Kuching Black Pepper (Malaysia) ASTA	9,850	–
Vietnamese black pepper (500 g/l)	6,600	–
Vietnamese black pepper (500 g/l)	6,800	–

At the same time of survey, the price of Indonesian Muntok white pepper was listed at 9,805 USD/ton, up 0.97% (95 USD/ton) compared to the previous trading session.

Malaysian ASTA white pepper prices remained stable at USD 12,300/ton and Vietnamese white pepper was quoted at USD 9,600/ton.

Type name	World white pepper price list
	April 11 (Unit: USD/ton)	% change from previous day
Muntok Indonesian White Pepper	9,805	+0.97
ASTA Malaysian White Pepper	12,300	–
Vietnam white pepper	9,600	–

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The market has recovered amid temporary tariff concerns easing after US President Donald Trump announced a reduction in tariffs to 10% and a 90-day delay in imposing reciprocal tariffs on most “non-retaliatory” countries.

The Vietnam Pepper Association cited data from the International Trade Center (ITC) saying that in February 2025, the US  imported   5,942 tons, down 33.3% compared to January, of which the main import volume came from Vietnam at 3,296 tons and Indonesia at 1,142 tons.

Cumulatively up to the end of February 2025, US pepper imports reached 14,846 tons, up 5.3% over the same period last year. Of which, Vietnam is the largest pepper supplier to the US market, accounting for 60.9% of the market share with a volume of 9,045 tons, but down 18.6% over the same period. Next is Indonesia with 20.3% of the market share reaching 3,007 tons, up 230.8%; India with 9.2% of the market share reaching 628 tons and up 31.5% over the same period.

At a meeting with the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment held on April 7, VPSA proposed that the Ministry coordinate with relevant ministries such as Industry and Trade, Finance, and Foreign Affairs to advise the Government to negotiate with the US to keep the tax rate at 0%. If adjusted, the proposed tax rate would be 10% like Brazil or equivalent to ASEAN countries with similar conditions.

A positive point in the pepper industry negotiations is that Vietnamese pepper has an overwhelming market share in the US. In addition, Vietnam is the country with the largest pepper output in the context of the world's supply trending down.

Meanwhile, Minister of Agriculture and Environment Do Duc Duy said that Vietnamese agricultural products are essential, of good quality, and competitively priced. Some Vietnamese products in the US do not have many alternatives, including pepper. Therefore, this is one of the advantages when sitting at the negotiating table with the US.

US importers are also very concerned about the reciprocal tax. The American Spice Trade Association (ASTA) has recommended that the US government not impose reciprocal taxes because this will cause US businesses to bear additional costs and negatively affect US consumers.

According to VietnamBiz.vn