The United States led global spice imports in 2023, with Vietnam and India holding significant shares. Notably, European countries like the Netherlands and Germany also had substantial imports. While major importers like the U.S., Vietnam, and India experienced slight growth and decline respectively, countries such as Iraq and Kazakhstan showed remarkable increases in import volumes. Africa and the Middle East saw mixed results, with North Africa showing stability and the Middle East experiencing some declines.
Future trends indicate a potential rise in import demand from emerging markets due to increasing culinary diversity. Sustainable sourcing and traceability could become crucial in the global spice supply chain.
Top countries in Spices Import Volume Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 12.51 | 2023 | +1.34% | +1.42% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Vietnam | 7.51 | 2023 | +2.25% | -1.27% | View data |
| 3 | 3 India | 5.45 | 2023 | +1.54% | +1.92% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 4.29 | 2023 | +1.96% | +1.61% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bangladesh | 3.96 | 2023 | +1.41% | +0.71% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 3.91 | 2023 | +1.43% | +1.47% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Arab Emirates | 3.91 | 2023 | 0% | +0.43% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Pakistan | 3.74 | 2023 | 0% | -0.15% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Malaysia | 3.71 | 2023 | +0.75% | +0.15% | View data |
| 10 | 10 China | 3.22 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
