Seasonality
Seasonal pattern: Not documented
No seasonal price pattern is currently documented for black pepper.
Black Pepper Price
Monthly reported customs unit values, not live or executable quotes.
Latest reported price
$5,969 USD/t
As of Jul 2026
LowPrevious 12 months
The latest value is below the typical range of $6,882–$7,144 USD/t.
Black Pepper Price History
Black Pepper Prices by Country
Black pepper export unit values are shown in USD/t. Compare the reporting dates as well as the values; product mix and delivery terms can differ between countries.
| Country | Latest · USD/t | YoYYear on year |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $10,568 Jul 1, 2026 | -23% |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | $12,982 Jul 1, 2026 | -6.5% |
| Brazil | $6,167 Jul 1, 2026 | -6.8% |
| Canada | $11,657 Jul 1, 2026 | +18% |
| Lithuania | $14,253 Jul 1, 2026 | -3.5% |
| United States | $3,311 Jul 1, 2026 | -36% |
| Switzerland | $77,287 Jun 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Czechia | $9,778 Jun 1, 2026 | +32% |
| Germany | $7,913 Jun 1, 2026 | -3.6% |
| Denmark | $17,259 Jun 1, 2026 | +1.6% |
| Estonia | $20,669 Jun 1, 2026 | +39% |
| United Kingdom | $8,589 Jun 1, 2026 | -22% |
| Greece | $6,757 Jun 1, 2026 | +19% |
| Guatemala | $7,066 Jun 1, 2026 | +335% |
| Guyana | $2,747 Jun 1, 2026 | +219% |
| Hungary | $14,387 Jun 1, 2026 | +9.1% |
| Indonesia | $7,506 Jun 1, 2026 | +0.4% |
| India | $7,053 Jun 1, 2026 | -1.2% |
| Ireland | $10,272 Jun 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Latvia | $6,403 Jun 1, 2026 | +0.2% |
| Mexico | $7,665 Jun 1, 2026 | +8.3% |
| North Macedonia | $7,810 Jun 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Mauritius | $16,197 Jun 1, 2026 | +8.1% |
| Malaysia | $8,436 Jun 1, 2026 | -1.7% |
| Netherlands | $8,247 Jun 1, 2026 | -8.8% |
| Poland | $10,645 Jun 1, 2026 | +22% |
| Portugal | $18,590 Jun 1, 2026 | +21% |
| Sweden | $12,440 Jun 1, 2026 | -16% |
| Uzbekistan | $1,568 Jun 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Belgium | $13,846 May 1, 2026 | -27% |
| Egypt | $7,499 May 1, 2026 | +0.0% |
| Spain | $9,240 May 1, 2026 | +4.5% |
| Croatia | $16,025 May 1, 2026 | -47% |
| Italy | $21,681 May 1, 2026 | -4.6% |
| Romania | $11,660 May 1, 2026 | -6.2% |
| Slovakia | $13,060 May 1, 2026 | +5.9% |
| Thailand | $8,587 May 1, 2026 | -45% |
| South Africa | $10,402 May 1, 2026 | -0.6% |
| Côte d’Ivoire | $6,114 Apr 1, 2026 | +1606% |
| Georgia | $7,536 Apr 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Serbia | $7,009 Apr 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Slovenia | $13,968 Apr 1, 2026 | +25% |
| Bulgaria | $7,343 Mar 1, 2026 | -6.0% |
| Ecuador | $1,701 Mar 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Togo | $225 Mar 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Ghana | $536 Feb 1, 2026 | -43% |
| Norway | $10,617 Jan 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Pakistan | $2,487 Jan 1, 2026 | -17% |
| France | $16,305 Dec 1, 2025 | +70% |
| Morocco | $5,581 Dec 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Nigeria | $4,964 Dec 1, 2025 | -10% |
| Saudi Arabia | $8,650 Dec 1, 2025 | +178% |
| Singapore | $8,582 Dec 1, 2025 | +29% |
| Türkiye | $6,495 Dec 1, 2025 | +30% |
| Dominican Republic | $7,113 Nov 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| China, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region | $9,613 Nov 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| South Korea | $6,260 Nov 1, 2025 | -15% |
| Moldova | $19,000 Nov 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Philippines | $6,308 Nov 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Ukraine | $13,327 Sep 1, 2025 | +229% |
| New Zealand | $6,017 Jul 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Kazakhstan | $7,673 Jun 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Myanmar | $250 Feb 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Peru | $6,808 Feb 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| China | $9,131 Dec 1, 2024 | Not reported |
| Cambodia | $8,192 Dec 1, 2024 | Not reported |
| State of Palestine | $6,759 Dec 1, 2024 | Not reported |
| Zimbabwe | $1,016 Dec 1, 2024 | Not reported |
| Kuwait | $6,759 Oct 1, 2024 | Not reported |
| Oman | $7,608 Oct 1, 2024 | Not reported |
| Yemen | $889 Oct 1, 2024 | Not reported |
What shapes black pepper prices?
Use these documented market characteristics when comparing periods, countries and supplier quotes.
Demand driver
Importers
Companies such as Kalustyan Corp, Newly Weds Foods, Nedspice US, Glendale Warehouse, and Schiff Food import whole black pepper under HS code 090411.
Quote basis
Why quoted prices can differ
Black pepper is typically quoted fob. Compare freight, insurance and delivery point before treating two quotes as equivalent.
Black Pepper Price Questions
- What are the typical grading criteria for black pepper?
- Black pepper is graded based on moisture content, particle size, and the presence of foreign matter. The moisture must not exceed a specified maximum, usually around 13% w/w. Size grading is performed by sieving to ensure uniform particle distribution, and any defects that affect appearance are limited.
- How should black pepper be stored and handled to maintain quality?
- The commodity should be stored in dry, well‑ventilated facilities at temperatures below 25 °C to prevent moisture uptake. Bulk shipments are commonly kept in sealed containers or bags that protect against humidity and pests. Handling equipment should avoid crushing the peppercorns to preserve the desired size grade.