XP-0023 Spices
Asafoetida
Top-grade Asafoetida with rich aroma and intense flavor, processed under hygienic conditions for global export.
FSSAIISO 22000APEDA
Min. Order
500 Kg
🌿 Vegetarian Product
✓ Non-GMO
🌱 Organic Available
Spices SKU: XP-0178
Black Pepper
Premium bold Black Pepper sourced from South India, dried and graded for superior flavor and international export.
Commercial Trade Terms
Min. Order (MOQ)
500 kg
HS Code
09041110
Origin
India (Kerala/Karnataka)
Price Range
Price on Request
Export Documents
- Certificate of Origin (Spices Board / Chamber of Commerce)
- Phytosanitary Certificate
- Spices Board of India Certificate
- Certificate of Analysis (COA)
- Pesticide Residue Test Report (ASTA method)
- ASTA Cleanliness Specifications Certificate
- Fumigation Certificate (if required)
Available Bag Sizes
100g500g1kg5kg25kg50kg
Available Bag Types
PP (Polypropylene)BOPP LaminatedJuteVacuum PackTin Can
Product Overview
Black pepper (Piper nigrum) — the 'King of Spices' — is the world's most traded spice by both volume and value, with a global annual trade exceeding $4 billion. India, specifically Kerala and Karnataka, produces the world's most premium black pepper: the Tellicherry grade, a designation that can only originate from the Malabar Coast. Tellicherry TGSEB (Extra Large Bold) commands a 30–40% premium over Vietnamese or Sri Lankan pepper because of its larger berry size (4.75mm+), higher piperine content (5–7%), and the aromatic complexity developed in Kerala's humid coastal growing conditions — qualities that luxury food manufacturers, Michelin-starred restaurant supply chains, and premium spice retailers specifically seek out.
Four commercial grades structure the Indian black pepper export market: Tellicherry TGSEB (the premium benchmark — Extra Large Bold, hand-sorted, steam-sterilised for food-safety compliance), Malabar Garbled MG1 (standard export grade for food manufacturing and blending), Malabar Ungarbled FAQ (lower-cost industrial grade for oleoresin extraction and bulk spice processing), and Steam Sterilised grades for buyers requiring microbial count certifications for pharmaceutical and food-safety regulated markets. Piperine content — the bioactive alkaloid responsible for black pepper's heat and its role as a bioavailability enhancer in supplement formulations — is a critical specification for pharmaceutical and nutraceutical buyers sourcing Indian pepper for extraction.
Beyond culinary applications, the fastest-growing demand segment for Indian black pepper is the nutraceutical and pharmaceutical sector, where piperine's proven bioavailability-enhancing effect (the 'BioPerine' application) has made standardised pepper extract a standard co-ingredient in curcumin, resveratrol, and other supplement formulations. EU, USA, Japan, and Middle East remain the primary export markets, with EU buyers requiring stringent MRL compliance and steam sterilisation certification. FSSAI, APEDA, ISO 22000, and HACCP certifications are standard from organised Indian exporters, and Spices Board grading certificates provide the authenticity documentation premium buyers require.
As a leading manufacturer and exporter in India, IndianXporter ensures that our Black Pepper meets the stringent quality requirements of international markets. Our robust supply chain allows us to fulfill bulk orders consistently, offering highly competitive FOB and CIF pricing to our B2B partners worldwide.
Our processing facilities are equipped with state-of-the-art machinery, ensuring that every shipment of Black Pepper is thoroughly sorted, cleaned, and graded. We adhere to global food safety and industrial standards, backed by third-party inspections from agencies like SGS upon buyer request.
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Varieties Found in India
Regional cultivars available for bulk export
Malabar
Kerala
Classic export grade. Bold berries, high piperine (5–6%).
Tellicherry
Thalassery, Kerala
Premium large-berry grade. Earthy, complex flavour.
Panniyur-1
Kerala
High-yield hybrid. Consistent piperine content.
Specific variety available on request — mention in your RFQ.
What is Black Pepper?
Black pepper (Piper nigrum) is the world's most traded spice by volume and value — earning it the title 'King of Spices.' The berries are harvested from the flowering vine when green and still unripe, then sun-dried until they shrivel and turn black-brown. This oxidation process develops the characteristic pungency from piperine, the alkaloid responsible for black pepper's heat and its growing pharmaceutical applications.
India's Malabar Coast — particularly the districts of Idukki, Wayanad, and Kozhikode in Kerala — has been the world's black pepper capital for over 3,000 years. The Tellicherry appellation (named after the port of Thalassery) identifies the premium large-berry grade harvested at peak maturity, characterised by its bold 4.25mm+ berry size, high essential oil content, and complex earthy-spicy aroma profile that commands a global premium.
While Vietnam now produces the largest volume of black pepper globally (~35%), Indian pepper — particularly Malabar and Tellicherry grades — commands a persistent quality premium across gourmet food manufacturers, fine spice blenders, and pharmaceutical extraction markets. The piperine content (4–7%) and essential oil profile (2–4%) of Indian pepper are consistently superior to Vietnamese origin.
Technical Specifications
| Piperine Content | 4–7% (Malabar/Tellicherry) |
| Essential Oil | 2–4% (higher in Tellicherry) |
| Moisture | 12% Max |
| Extraneous Matter | 0.5% Max |
| Light Berries / Pinheads | 2% Max (Tellicherry); 5% Max (Malabar) |
| Bulk Density | 550–600 g/L |
| Berry Size (Tellicherry TGSEB) | 4.75 mm minimum |
| Berry Size (Malabar Garbled) | 4.25 mm minimum |
| Salmonella | Absent in 25g |
| Aflatoxin Total | < 10 ppb |
| Sudan Dye | Absent (EU zero tolerance) |
Commercial Grades & Classification
Tellicherry TGSEB
Processing: Hand-sorted at peak maturity — 4.75mm+ berry size
Colour: Dark black-brown, uniform
Use Case: Fine dining, premium spice brands, gourmet retail — Whole Foods, Michelin kitchens
+25–40% over Malabar Garbled
Malabar Garbled (MG1)
Processing: Machine-sorted and cleaned — 4.25mm+ berry
Colour: Black-brown, mostly uniform
Use Case: Industrial food processing, restaurant supply, European spice blenders
Base export grade
White Peppercorns
Processing: Ripe berries decorticated — outer skin removed
Colour: Creamy off-white
Use Case: Light-coloured sauces, soups, European cuisine
+15–25% over Malabar Garbled
Malabar Ungarbled (FAQ)
Processing: Minimal sorting — light berries allowed up to 10%
Colour: Mixed black and lighter berries
Use Case: Oleoresin extraction, industrial applications, price-sensitive bulk buyers
-10–15% below Malabar Garbled
Steam Sterilised
Processing: Any grade + steam sterilisation to <100 CFU/g
Colour: Same as base grade
Use Case: EU and USA food manufacturing requiring low microbial count compliance
+$150–200/MT for sterilisation treatment
Indicative FOB Pricing
Prices are indicative. Request a formal quote for contractual pricing.
| Grade | FOB Price (USD/MT) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tellicherry TGSEB Extra Bold (4.75mm+) | $4,200 – $5,500/MT | Premium gourmet grade — Q1 2026 indicative |
| Malabar Garbled MG1 (4.25mm+) | $3,400 – $4,200/MT | Standard export benchmark — food manufacturing grade |
| White Peppercorns | $5,000 – $6,500/MT | Decorticated white pepper — premium culinary |
| Malabar Ungarbled (FAQ) | $2,900 – $3,500/MT | Oleoresin and industrial extraction grade |
| Ground Black Pepper (Powder) | $4,000 – $5,000/MT | Value-added — higher processing margin |
Price Influencing Factors
- •Vietnam harvest — Vietnam produces 35% of global pepper supply; a poor Vietnamese crop directly lifts Indian prices
- •Kerala monsoon — rainfall in August-September determines crop size and berry quality
- •Essential oil prices — when pepper oleoresin prices rise, processor demand for low-grade berries increases
- •USD/INR exchange rate — INR depreciation boosts Indian pepper export competitiveness
- •EU pesticide detections — any EU rejection event from Indian pepper causes temporary price correction
- •Speculative trading — pepper is heavily traded on commodity exchanges; futures positions influence spot prices
India vs Vietnam: Black Pepper Comparison
Vietnam is the world's largest pepper producer (~35% global share) and competes directly with India on price. However, Indian Malabar and Tellicherry grades command consistent quality premiums due to higher piperine content, superior essential oil profile, and the prestigious Tellicherry GI appellation.
| Aspect | 🇮🇳 India | 🌏 Vietnam |
|---|---|---|
| Piperine Content | 4–7% — higher alkaloid content for pharmaceutical value | 3–5% typically — lower piperine yield |
| Essential Oil | 2–4% — complex earthy-spicy profile | 1.5–3% — lighter, less complex aroma |
| FOB Price | $3,400–$5,500/MT — quality premium positioning | $2,800–$4,000/MT — volume-competitive pricing |
| Grade Structure | Tellicherry/Malabar — globally recognised, Spices Board certified | 500 g/L bulk density grade — less grade differentiation |
| Market Positioning | Gourmet, pharmaceutical, premium food — quality buyers | Volume food processing, instant noodle industry — commodity buyers |
| Certifications | Spices Board of India, ASTA, ISO, EU MRL — comprehensive | Vietnam Pepper Association certification — less globally recognised |
Applications & End-Use Markets
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Gourmet Food & Fine Dining
Tellicherry TGSEB is the specification ingredient for Michelin-starred restaurants and premium retail spice brands globally. Whole Tellicherry pepper in table mills and coarse-ground for finishing dishes commands $15–30/kg retail pricing.
USAGermanyFranceUKJapan
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Industrial Food Processing
Malabar Garbled MG1 is the workhorse grade for meat processors, ready-meal manufacturers, snack food producers, and seasoning blenders. Used in sausages, burgers, instant noodles, and savoury snack coatings globally.
USAGermanyNetherlandsUKAustralia
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Pharmaceutical & Nutraceutical
Piperine (the active alkaloid) is extracted from black pepper for use in bioavailability-enhancing supplements (BioPerine®), anti-inflammatory formulations, and traditional medicine preparations. High-piperine Indian pepper is the preferred raw material.
USAGermanyJapanSouth KoreaIndia
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Oleoresin & Essential Oil
FAQ grade pepper is the primary raw material for pepper oleoresin (standardised liquid spice extract) and essential oil production. Used in food flavouring, perfumery, and pharmaceutical excipient manufacturing.
USAEUJapanAustralia
Global Trade Architecture
Primary Supply Origins
Vietnam
~35% of global productionWorld's largest producer. Chu Se district dominant. Volume-competitive but lower quality profile.
India
~25%Kerala (Idukki, Wayanad) — quality leader. Tellicherry and Malabar appellations globally recognised.
Brazil
~15%Para state production. Mostly standard grade for food processing.
Key Consumption Nodes
USA — New York, Los Angeles food processing hubs
Largest single country importer. Both Tellicherry (gourmet retail) and MG1 (food processing) active market. McCormick and Fuchs are key buyers.
European Union — Germany, Netherlands as entry ports
Strict EU MRL compliance essential. Hamburg is the primary entry port for Indian pepper. German spice blenders are major buyers of Malabar MG1.
Middle East — UAE, Saudi Arabia
Strong demand from South Asian diaspora and regional cuisine. UAE re-exports to wider Gulf markets.
Vietnam domestic — re-processing hub
India exports some ungarbled pepper to Vietnam processors who blend with local pepper for re-export.
Market Intelligence
Black pepper is the world's most traded spice — a $4 billion annual global trade that is simultaneously a commodity and a premium ingredient. Indian pepper occupies the quality end of the spectrum, where piperine content and the Tellicherry appellation command persistent premiums over Vietnamese volume supply.
Market Size
Global black pepper trade: ~$4 billion annually. India's pepper exports: ~$600M (FY2024–25)
Growth Rate
~5% CAGR — driven by pharmaceutical extraction demand and gourmet food premiumisation
Core Demand Drivers
- Pharmaceutical piperine demand — BioPerine® and piperine-based bioavailability enhancers driving high-piperine pepper premium
- Gourmet food movement — consumer upgrade from pre-ground to whole Tellicherry pepper at retail
- Global processed food growth — snacks, ready meals, and seasoning blends require large volumes of MG1 grade
- Plant-based food industry — pepper as a key seasoning in plant-based meat and dairy alternatives
- Essential oil and fragrance industry — pepper essential oil demand from perfumery growing steadily
Supply Dynamics
Kerala's pepper production has declined significantly over the past two decades due to Phytophthora (quick wilt disease) and labour shortages. This structural supply constraint keeps Indian pepper prices elevated relative to Vietnamese competition. The Indian government and Spices Board are investing in disease-resistant variety development.
⚠ India Risk Factor
Phytophthora quick wilt disease is the existential threat to Kerala pepper cultivation — has already devastated production from peak 70,000 MT to ~55,000 MT annually. EU pesticide residue detections (particularly profenofos and triazophos) are the export market risk.
Future Outlook
Premium pepper differentiation will intensify. Tellicherry GI-protected pepper with full traceability and clean MRL certification will increasingly separate from commodity Vietnamese supply in gourmet and pharmaceutical channels. Organic Kerala pepper from Wayanad could be the next high-value niche.
HS / HSN Codes
| Product Type | HS 6-Digit | ITC-HS 8-Digit | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Pepper (Whole) | 0904.11 | 09041110 | Pepper of genus Piper, neither crushed nor ground |
| White Pepper (Whole) | 0904.11 | 09041120 | White pepper, whole |
| Black Pepper (Ground/Powder) | 0904.12 | 09041210 | Pepper, crushed or ground |
| Pepper Oleoresin | 3301.29 | 33012960 | Essential oils — pepper oleoresin |
Certifications & Compliance Standards
| Standard | Code / Reference | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Spices Board of India | SB Certificate | Mandatory for all pepper exports from India |
| ASTA Cleanliness Specs | ASTA Method | American Spice Trade Association — global benchmark for cleanliness |
| ISO 959-1:1998 | ISO 959-1 | International specification for pepper (whole) |
| EU MRL | Regulation EC 396/2005 | Pesticide residue limits — multi-residue testing mandatory for EU |
| EU Organic | EC 834/2007 | Available for certified organic Wayanad pepper |
Storage, Handling & Logistics
Shelf Life
24 months whole berry; 12 months ground
Storage Conditions
Cool, dry environment below 20°C and 65% RH. Whole berries retain aroma far better than pre-ground.
Container Type
25 kg or 50 kg PP/Jute bags in 20ft FCL. Vacuum packing available for premium whole Tellicherry grades.
Fumigation
Phosphine fumigation available if required by destination country. EU buyers generally prefer steam sterilisation over chemical fumigation.
Storage Advantage
Whole Tellicherry berries retain essential oil for 24 months — grinding at destination preserves maximum flavour and piperine potency
Why Source Black Pepper from India?
- Only source of authentic Tellicherry TGSEB — a globally recognised premium grade with no equivalent outside Kerala
- Highest piperine content globally — 4–7% piperine makes Indian pepper the preferred raw material for pharmaceutical extraction
- Spices Board of India certified — mandatory government quality oversight on all pepper exports
- ASTA cleanliness specification compliance — test reports provided with every shipment
- Steam sterilisation available — meets EU and USA food-grade microbial limits without chemical treatment
- Flexible grades — from FAQ extraction grade to premium Tellicherry TGSEB for gourmet retail from same Kerala origin
Industrial Usage
Essential raw materials for spice blends, seasoning manufacturing, and oleoresin extraction. High-purity technical grades available for industrial procurement and technical application.
Standard
Technical Grade
Supply
Bulk Only
Packaging & Logistics
Standard Packaging
Steam Sterilized Laminated Bags / Cartons
Private Label / OEM
Custom Grinding & Private Labeling
Port of Loading
Chennai or Nhava Sheva Port
Incoterms
FOB, CIF, CFR accepted
Global Export Reach for Black Pepper
IndianXporter successfully exports Black Pepper to major international markets. Click your region below to view destination-specific compliance and shipping details.
Industrial Application Verticals
B2B Solutions
Private Label Black Pepper
Establish your own brand in the international market. We provide end-to-end custom white-label packaging and branding solutions for retail distribution. Get retail-ready Black Pepper under your brand name with our expert OEM services.
- Custom pouch, jar & bulk bag design
- Multi-lingual labeling & regulatory compliance
- FSSAI, ISO & FDA certified facilities
- Flexible packaging sizes (100g to 50kg)
Retail Ready
From Design to Delivery
Export Markets
USA UAE Europe South East Asia
We provide market-specific compliance documentation for each destination. Contact us for country-specific certifications.
Importing Black Pepper: B2B FAQs
What is the lead time for a bulk order of Black Pepper?
Our standard lead time for Black Pepper is 7-14 business days from order confirmation to dispatch from an Indian port. For private label orders, allow an additional 5 days for packaging customization.
Can I request a sample of Black Pepper before placing a full container order?
Yes, we provide 100g to 500g samples of Black Pepper for quality validation. Sample costs are usually free, with the buyer covering international courier charges (DHL/FedEx).
Which Incoterms do you offer for Black Pepper?
We primarily quote on FOB (Nhava Sheva/Mundra) or CIF (Destination Port) basis. We can also provide CFR and door-to-door DDP pricing for specific regions upon request.
What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for Black Pepper?
Our standard MOQ for Black Pepper is 500 kg. However, we can accommodate smaller trial orders or mixed container shipments (LCL) for new B2B partners seeking to evaluate our quality.
Do you provide samples and laboratory reports for Black Pepper?
Yes, we provide pre-shipment samples and comprehensive laboratory testing reports (including pesticide residues, heavy metals, and purity analysis) for Black Pepper to ensure full compliance with your destination country's regulations.
What are the export logistics and lead times for bulk orders?
We primarily ship through Nhava Sheva (Mumbai) and Mundra ports using FOB, CIF, or CFR terms. Standard lead time for Black Pepper is 15-25 business days from the receipt of the Advance Payment or confirmed L/C.
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