U.S. - Spices - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Spice Price in the United States - 2023

Contents:

  1. Spice Price in the United States (CIF) - 2022
  2. Spice Price in the United States (FOB) - 2022
  3. Spice Imports in the United States
  4. Spice Exports in the United States

Spice Price in the United States (CIF) - 2022

The average spice import price stood at $3,995 per ton in 2022, picking up by 10% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.2%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when the average import price increased by 12%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $4,619 per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Indonesia ($6,737 per ton), while the price for Mexico ($1,572 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Indonesia (+2.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Spice Price in the United States (FOB) - 2022

The average spice export price stood at $4,756 per ton in 2022, surging by 2.3% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.1%. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when the average export price increased by 8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Saudi Arabia ($5,824 per ton), while the average price for exports to Thailand ($2,760 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Japan (+5.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Spice Imports in the United States

In 2022, after three years of growth, there was decline in overseas purchases of spices, when their volume decreased by -3.2% to 497K tons. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +5.1% from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 12%.

In value terms, spice imports rose significantly to $2B in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +5.0% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 11%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Import of Spice in the United States (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Vietnam20020329839125.0%
India2352403122866.8%
Indonesia180176181175-0.9%
China180152153153-5.3%
Spain64.476.394.511922.7%
Mexico87.593.71021056.3%
Peru59.182.788.796.517.8%
Brazil37.456.354.239.82.1%
Turkey34.443.045.039.74.9%
Others640549536581-3.2%
Total1,7171,6731,8651,9875.0%

Top Suppliers of Spice to the United States in 2022:

  1. China (92.5K tons)
  2. Vietnam (78.4K tons)
  3. India (76.2K tons)
  4. Mexico (67.0K tons)
  5. Peru (43.8K tons)
  6. Spain (27.4K tons)
  7. Indonesia (25.9K tons)
  8. Brazil (15.1K tons)
  9. Turkey (10.6K tons)

Spice Exports in the United States

For the fourth consecutive year, the United States recorded growth in overseas shipments of spices, which increased by 7.6% to 41K tons in 2022. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +8.3% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 12%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, spice exports expanded markedly to $193M in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +10.4% from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 17% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Export of Spice in the United States (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Canada62.368.878.386.911.7%
Mexico13.712.412.616.05.3%
Saudi Arabia2.712.310.013.972.7%
Japan3.93.54.04.97.9%
United Kingdom5.46.43.73.9-10.3%
Costa Rica4.41.92.53.1-11.0%
Dominican Republic1.92.53.63.117.7%
Bahamas1.72.02.22.412.2%
Philippines1.01.41.12.332.0%
South Korea1.12.32.32.226.0%
Others45.254.954.854.36.3%
Total14316817519310.5%

Top Export Markets for Spice from the United States in 2022:

  1. Canada (20.0K tons)
  2. Mexico (3.2K tons)
  3. Saudi Arabia (2.4K tons)
  4. Japan (0.9K tons)
  5. Bahamas (0.7K tons)
  6. Philippines (0.7K tons)
  7. Dominican Republic (0.7K tons)
  8. South Korea (0.7K tons)
  9. Costa Rica (0.6K tons)
  10. United Kingdom (0.5K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the spice market in the U.S.. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • FCL 687 - Pepper
  • FCL 689 - Pimento
  • FCL 692 - Vanilla
  • FCL 693 - Cinnamon (canella)
  • FCL 698 - Cloves
  • FCL 702 - Nutmeg, mace, cardamoms
  • FCL 711 - Anise, badian, fennel
  • FCL 720 - Ginger
  • FCL 723 - Spices nes

Country coverage:

  • United States

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in the U.S.
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
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  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
    4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    5. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    14. Production Volume And Growth
    15. Yield And Growth
    16. Exports And Growth
    17. Export Prices And Growth
    18. Market Size And Growth
    19. Per Capita Consumption
    20. Imports And Growth
    21. Import Prices
    22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    24. Area Harvested, 2012–2023
    25. Yield, 2012–2023
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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