XP-0022 Spices
Ajwain
Top-grade Ajwain 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-0018
Peppercorns
Top-grade Peppercorns with rich aroma and intense flavor, processed under hygienic conditions for global export.
Commercial Trade Terms
Min. Order (MOQ)
500 Kg
HS Code
0904
Origin
India
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 / EU MRL)
- ASTA Cleanliness Specifications Certificate
- Fumigation Certificate (if required)
Available Bag Sizes
100g500g1kg5kg25kg50kg
Available Bag Types
PP (Polypropylene)BOPP LaminatedJuteVacuum PackTin Can
Product Overview
COMPREHENSIVE PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Experience the authentic taste of India with our premium Peppercorns. Sourced from selected farms, it undergoes rigorous quality checks to ensure maximum potency, aroma, and flavor retention for international markets. As a leading manufacturer and exporter in India, IndianXporter ensures that our Peppercorns 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 Peppercorns 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.
As a leading manufacturer and exporter in India, IndianXporter ensures that our Peppercorns 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 Peppercorns 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 Peppercorns?
Peppercorns are the dried berries of the Piper nigrum vine — the world's most traded spice and the source of black, white, and green pepper depending on harvest and processing. Black peppercorns are picked unripe and sun-dried until shrivelled and black; white peppercorns are fully ripened berries with the outer skin removed; green peppercorns are the unripe berries preserved fresh or freeze-dried.
India's Malabar Coast in Kerala — Idukki, Wayanad, and Kozhikode — is the historic home of peppercorns, where the prestigious Tellicherry (Thalassery) appellation identifies the largest, most mature bold berries (4.75mm+). Indian peppercorns command a quality premium over Vietnamese volume supply on the strength of higher piperine (4–7%) and essential oil (2–4%) content.
Peppercorns trade in three quality tiers: premium Tellicherry TGSEB whole berries for gourmet retail and pepper mills, Malabar Garbled MG1 for industrial food processing and blenders, and FAQ/ungarbled grades for oleoresin and extraction. Whole peppercorns retain aroma far longer than pre-ground, so gourmet and retail demand centres on whole-berry packs.
Technical Specifications
| Piperine Content | 4–7% (Malabar/Tellicherry) |
| Essential Oil | 2–4% |
| 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+ bold berry
Colour: Dark black-brown, uniform
Use Case: Gourmet retail, pepper mills, premium spice brands
+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, 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
FAQ / Ungarbled
Processing: Minimal sorting — light berries up to 10%
Colour: Mixed black and lighter berries
Use Case: Oleoresin extraction, price-sensitive bulk
-10–15% below Malabar Garbled
Indicative FOB Pricing
Prices are indicative. Request a formal quote for contractual pricing.
| Grade | FOB Price (USD/MT) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tellicherry TGSEB (4.75mm+) | $4,200 – $5,500/MT | Premium gourmet whole peppercorns — Q1 2026 indicative |
| Malabar Garbled MG1 (4.25mm+) | $3,400 – $4,200/MT | Food processing benchmark grade |
| White Peppercorns | $5,000 – $6,500/MT | Decorticated white pepper — premium culinary |
| FAQ / Ungarbled | $2,900 – $3,500/MT | Oleoresin and extraction grade |
Price Influencing Factors
- •Vietnam harvest — ~35% of global pepper supply; a poor Vietnamese crop lifts Indian prices
- •Kerala monsoon — August–September rainfall determines crop size and berry quality
- •Pepper oleoresin demand — higher extract prices pull up low-grade berry demand
- •USD/INR exchange rate — INR depreciation boosts Indian export competitiveness
- •EU pesticide detections — rejection events cause temporary price corrections
- •Speculative commodity trading — pepper futures positions influence spot prices
India vs Vietnam: Peppercorns Comparison
Vietnam is the world's largest pepper producer (~35% share) competing on price, while Indian Malabar and Tellicherry peppercorns command consistent quality premiums on higher piperine, superior essential oil, and the prestigious Tellicherry appellation.
| Aspect | 🇮🇳 India | 🌏 Vietnam |
|---|---|---|
| Piperine Content | 4–7% — higher pungency and pharma value | 3–5% — lower piperine |
| Essential Oil | 2–4% — complex aroma | 1.5–3% — lighter aroma |
| FOB Price | $3,400–$5,500/MT — quality premium | $2,800–$4,000/MT — volume pricing |
| Grade Structure | Tellicherry/Malabar — globally recognised, Spices Board certified | Bulk-density grades — less differentiation |
| Positioning | Gourmet retail, pharmaceutical, premium food | Volume food processing — commodity buyers |
Applications & End-Use Markets
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Gourmet Retail & Pepper Mills
Whole Tellicherry peppercorns are the specification grade for premium retail spice brands and table pepper mills, where bold berry size and aroma retention command $15–30/kg shelf pricing.
USAGermanyFranceUKJapan
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Industrial Food Processing
Malabar Garbled MG1 is the workhorse grade for meat processors, ready-meal makers, and seasoning blenders, used in sausages, snacks, and savoury coatings.
USAGermanyNetherlandsUKAustralia
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Oleoresin & Essential Oil
FAQ-grade peppercorns are the raw material for pepper oleoresin and essential oil used in food flavouring, perfumery, and pharmaceutical excipients.
USAEUJapanAustralia
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Foodservice & HoReCa
Whole and coarse-cracked peppercorns supply restaurants, hotels, and catering for finishing dishes and pepper-mill service across global cuisine.
UAEUSAUKSaudi Arabia
Global Trade Architecture
Primary Supply Origins
Vietnam
~35% of global productionWorld's largest producer; volume-competitive, lower quality profile.
India
~25%Kerala (Idukki, Wayanad) — quality leader; Tellicherry and Malabar appellations.
Brazil
~15%Para state; mostly standard grade for food processing.
Key Consumption Nodes
USA — food processing & retail
Largest single-country importer of both Tellicherry (gourmet) and MG1 (processing) peppercorns.
European Union — Germany, Netherlands
Strict EU MRL compliance essential; Hamburg a key entry port for Indian pepper.
Middle East — UAE, Saudi Arabia
Strong diaspora and regional cuisine demand; UAE re-exports across the Gulf.
Japan & East Asia
Premium whole-berry and white peppercorn demand for fine cuisine.
Market Intelligence
Black pepper is the most widely used spice globally, valued at approximately $1.2-1.5 billion in international trade annually. India controls approximately 40-50% of global black pepper production and is the world's leading exporter, leveraging established cultivation in Kerala and Karnataka and deep expertise in processing and standardization. The spice trade is driven by demand from food processing, culinary use, and pharmaceutical applications, with consistent global consumption. Premium peppercorns command $4-8 per kilogram wholesale; commodity pepper trades at $2.50-4.00/kg.
Market Size
Global black pepper trade: ~$1.2-1.5B annually; India's export value: ~$600M-800M (growing 6-8% YoY)
Growth Rate
~6-8% CAGR — driven by global food processing demand, emerging market consumption growth, pharmaceutical applications, and natural flavor trends
Core Demand Drivers
- Global food processing expansion — black pepper is essential ingredient in processed foods, seasonings, and food additives worldwide
- Culinary expansion in emerging markets — growing middle-class consumption in South Asia, Southeast Asia, and Africa drives pepper demand
- Pharmaceutical and health applications — piperine (pepper's active compound) is researched for anti-inflammatory and bioavailability-enhancement properties
- Natural flavor trends — consumer preference for natural spices over synthetic flavorings drives premium pepper demand
- Export substitution from Indonesia and Vietnam — India's quality consistency and food safety compliance make it preferred supplier for premium applications
Supply Dynamics
India's pepper cultivation is concentrated in Kerala (65% of production) and Karnataka (20%), with established traditional plantation systems and modern processing infrastructure. Harvest occurs during monsoon-influenced seasons (August-November), with well-established processing facilities in Kochi, Cochin, and Bangalore. Global supply is relatively stable with limited climate disruption; commodity pricing is driven by global supply-demand dynamics.
⚠ India Risk Factor
Commodity pricing volatility affects farmer revenues and export competitiveness. Traditional plantation diseases (foot rot, leaf blight) pose production risks. Competition from Vietnam (emerging exporter, lower cost) pressures market share and pricing. Trade restrictions and tariffs on Indian spices (particularly post-food safety incidents) impact market access to developed nations.
Future Outlook
Certified organic and sustainable pepper will command 25-40% premiums over conventional varieties. Value-added pepper products (standardized extracts, pepper oil, piperine supplements) will drive margin expansion. Geographical indication (Keralan black pepper) will strengthen premium positioning. Direct supply partnerships with food manufacturers will improve pricing stability.
HS / HSN Codes
| Product Type | HS 6-Digit | ITC-HS 8-Digit | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Peppercorns (Whole) | 0904.11 | 09041110 | Pepper of genus Piper, neither crushed nor ground |
| White Peppercorns (Whole) | 0904.11 | 09041120 | White pepper, whole |
| Ground Pepper (Powder) | 0904.12 | 09041210 | Pepper, crushed or ground |
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 cleanliness benchmark |
| ISO 959-1:1998 | ISO 959-1 | International specification for whole pepper |
| EU MRL | Regulation EC 396/2005 | Pesticide residue limits — multi-residue testing for EU |
| EU Organic | EC 834/2007 | Available for certified organic Wayanad peppercorns |
Storage, Handling & Logistics
Shelf Life
24 months whole berry; 12 months ground
Storage Conditions
Cool, dry below 20°C and 65% RH. Whole peppercorns retain aroma far longer than pre-ground.
Container Type
25/50 kg PP or jute bags in 20ft FCL; vacuum packing available for premium whole Tellicherry.
Fumigation
Phosphine fumigation available if required; EU buyers often prefer steam sterilisation over chemical treatment.
Storage Advantage
Whole Tellicherry berries retain essential oil for 24 months — grinding at destination preserves maximum aroma and piperine.
Why Source Peppercorns from India?
- Authentic Tellicherry TGSEB — globally recognised premium peppercorn with no equivalent outside Kerala
- Highest piperine content globally — 4–7% for pungency and pharmaceutical value
- Spices Board of India certified — mandatory government quality oversight on all exports
- ASTA cleanliness compliance — test reports with every shipment
- Steam sterilisation available — meets EU/USA microbial limits without chemical treatment
- Flexible grades — FAQ extraction to premium Tellicherry from the 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 Peppercorns
IndianXporter successfully exports Peppercorns to major international markets. Click your region below to view destination-specific compliance and shipping details.
Industrial Application Verticals
B2B Solutions
Private Label Peppercorns
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 Peppercorns 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 Peppercorns: B2B FAQs
What is the lead time for a bulk order of Peppercorns?
Our standard lead time for Peppercorns 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 Peppercorns before placing a full container order?
Yes, we provide 100g to 500g samples of Peppercorns for quality validation. Sample costs are usually free, with the buyer covering international courier charges (DHL/FedEx).
Which Incoterms do you offer for Peppercorns?
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 Peppercorns?
Our standard MOQ for Peppercorns 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 Peppercorns?
Yes, we provide pre-shipment samples and comprehensive laboratory testing reports (including pesticide residues, heavy metals, and purity analysis) for Peppercorns 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 Peppercorns is 15-25 business days from the receipt of the Advance Payment or confirmed L/C.
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Country-specific compliance, ports and CIF pricing for bulk peppercorns shipments.
Industrial Applications of Peppercorns
Industry-grade peppercorns supply with technical COA and specifications.