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EU: Pimenta Pepper Market 2025

Pimenta Pepper Market Size in the EU

In 2022, the EU pimenta pepper market increased by 2.3% to $X, rising for the sixth consecutive year after four years of decline. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +2.1% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The level of consumption peaked in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Pimenta Pepper Production in the EU

In value terms, pimenta pepper production totaled $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 25%. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

The country with the largest volume of pimenta pepper production was Romania (X tons), comprising approx. 54% of total volume. Moreover, pimenta pepper production in Romania exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Hungary (X tons), threefold. Spain (X tons) ranked third in terms of total production with a 19% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume in Romania totaled +1.5%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Hungary (+0.2% per year) and Spain (+12.9% per year).

The average pimenta pepper yield was estimated at X tons per ha in 2022, picking up by 8.7% against the year before. Overall, the yield showed a mild increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 18% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the pimenta pepper yield hit record highs in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2022, the harvested area of pimenta pepper in the European Union reached X ha, remaining stable against 2021 figures. The harvested area increased at an average annual rate of +1.3% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 5.4%. As a result, the harvested area reached the peak level of X ha. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the pimenta pepper harvested area remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Pimenta Pepper Exports

Exports in the EU

In 2022, after eight years of growth, there was decline in overseas shipments of pimenta pepper, when their volume decreased by -3.4% to X tons. Total exports indicated strong growth from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +6.2% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +84.6% against 2013 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 15% against the previous year. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2021, and then dropped slightly in the following year.

In value terms, pimenta pepper exports declined to $X in 2022. Total exports indicated a prominent increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +6.4% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +86.7% against 2012 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 18%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2021, and then fell modestly in the following year.

Exports by Country

Spain dominates exports structure, recording X tons, which was near 73% of total exports in 2022. The Netherlands (X tons) took a 7.2% share (based on physical terms) of total exports, which put it in second place, followed by Germany (7.1%). The following exporters - Hungary (X tons), Austria (X tons) and France (X tons) - each resulted at a 5.4% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to pimenta pepper exports from Spain stood at +6.4%. At the same time, the Netherlands (+9.3%), Austria (+7.6%), Germany (+4.4%) and France (+3.0%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, the Netherlands emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in the European Union, with a CAGR of +9.3% from 2012-2022. Hungary experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. From 2012 to 2022, the share of the Netherlands and Spain increased by +1.8 and +1.5 percentage points, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Spain ($X) remains the largest pimenta pepper supplier in the European Union, comprising 62% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Germany ($X), with an 11% share of total exports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with a 7.4% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Spain totaled +7.3%. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Germany (+3.7% per year) and the Netherlands (+9.9% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in the European Union amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 1.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 6.7%. Over the period under review, the export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2013; afterwards, it flattened through to 2022.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Austria ($X per ton), while Spain ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Hungary (+1.9%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Pimenta Pepper Imports

Imports in the EU

In 2022, supplies from abroad of pimenta pepper decreased by -7% to X tons for the first time since 2011, thus ending a ten-year rising trend. Total imports indicated a measured expansion from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +4.3% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when imports increased by 16%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2021, and then dropped in the following year.

In value terms, pimenta pepper imports rose to $X in 2022. Total imports indicated a prominent increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +5.1% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +61.5% against 2015 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 15% against the previous year. The level of import peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Spain (X tons) was the major importer of pimenta pepper, constituting 40% of total imports. Germany (X tons) held the second position in the ranking, followed by the Netherlands (X tons), France (X tons) and Poland (X tons). All these countries together held approx. 37% share of total imports. Austria (X tons), Hungary (X tons), Belgium (X tons), Italy (X tons) and the Czech Republic (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

Imports into Spain increased at an average annual rate of +4.3% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, the Netherlands (+7.2%), Hungary (+5.6%), Austria (+5.5%), France (+5.5%), Poland (+4.7%), Italy (+4.4%), Germany (+3.5%) and the Czech Republic (+2.1%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, the Netherlands emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in the European Union, with a CAGR of +7.2% from 2012-2022. Belgium experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. The Netherlands (+2.4 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total imports, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the largest pimenta pepper importing markets in the European Union were Spain ($X), Germany ($X) and the Netherlands ($X), with a combined 59% share of total imports.

In terms of the main importing countries, the Netherlands, with a CAGR of +8.8%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the import price in the European Union amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 9.7% against the previous year. In general, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the import price increased by 9.7%. The level of import peaked in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while Spain ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (+1.6%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The country with the largest volume of pimenta pepper consumption was Romania, accounting for 40% of total volume. Moreover, pimenta pepper consumption in Romania exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Hungary, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 13% share.
Romania remains the largest pimenta pepper producing country in the European Union, accounting for 61% of total volume. Moreover, pimenta pepper production in Romania exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Hungary, threefold. Spain ranked third in terms of total production with an 8.9% share.
In value terms, Spain remains the largest pimenta pepper supplier in the European Union, comprising 59% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany, with an 11% share of total exports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with a 9.1% share.
In value terms, the largest pimenta pepper importing markets in the European Union were Spain, Germany and the Netherlands, with a combined 59% share of total imports.
The pimenta pepper export price in the European Union stood at $3,759 per ton in 2021, surging by 5.9% against the previous year.
The pimenta pepper import price in the European Union stood at $2,898 per ton in 2021, increasing by 10% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the pimenta pepper market in the EU. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

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  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Production in the EU, split by region and country
  • Trade (exports and imports) in the EU
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
    4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    5. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
    3. HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD BY COUNTRY
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

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    • Austria
    • Belgium
    • Bulgaria
    • Croatia
    • Cyprus
    • Czech Republic
    • Denmark
    • Estonia
    • Finland
    • France
    • Germany
    • Greece
    • Hungary
    • Ireland
    • Italy
    • Latvia
    • Lithuania
    • Luxembourg
    • Malta
    • Netherlands
    • Poland
    • Portugal
    • Romania
    • Slovakia
    • Slovenia
    • Spain
    • Sweden
  12. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    3. Market Value, 2012–2024
    4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2024
    7. Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
    8. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    9. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
    11. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    12. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    13. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Yield And Growth
    12. Exports And Growth
    13. Export Prices And Growth
    14. Market Size And Growth
    15. Per Capita Consumption
    16. Imports And Growth
    17. Import Prices
    18. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    19. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    20. Area Harvested, 2012–2024
    21. Yield, 2012–2024
    22. Production, By Country, 2024
    23. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    24. Harvested Area, By Country, 2024
    25. Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2024
    26. Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
    27. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    28. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    31. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    32. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    33. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    34. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    36. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    37. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    38. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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