March alone saw particularly strong performance. Businesses exported 30,638 tonnes, including 26,190 tonnes of black pepper and 4,448 tonnes of white pepper, for a total value of US$199.3 million. Export volume more than doubled compared to February, rising 119.3%, and was up 51.3% from the same month last year.

Export prices showed mixed movement. Black pepper averaged US$6,520 per tonne in March, down slightly by 0.7% from the previous month, while white pepper rose 1% to US$8,735 per tonne.

The United States and China remained Vietnam’s largest markets, importing 8,059 tonnes and 3,663 tonnes respectively in March. Shipments to both markets soared 121% and 134.7% respectively. Other markets also recorded notable gains, including Egypt (up 294.5%), the Netherlands (206.6%), Canada (205.8%), and the Philippines (83.6%).

Leading exporters included Olam Vietnam (3,041 tonnes), Phuc Sinh (2,928 tonnes), Tran Chau (1,852 tonnes), Haprosimex JSC (1,794 tonnes), and Nedspice Vietnam (1,727 tonnes).

During the three-month period, the United States was the largest importer with 16,859 tonnes, representing a year-on-year rise of 63.9% and accounting for 25.4% of total exports. China ranked second with 8,563 tonnes, surging 321%. Other key markets included the UAE (up 15.4%), India (down 27.1%), and the Philippines (up 46.9%).

Regionally, Asia continued to drive growth, accounting for 46% of Vietnam’s pepper exports, followed by the Americas at 28% and Europe at 20%.

Pepper exports maintains over 25% growth

Vietnam’s pepper exports maintained strong growth momentum of over 25%, earning nearly US$1.4 billion in the first ten months of 2025.