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Peru: Market for Nutmeg, Mace And Cardamoms 2025

Market Size for Nutmeg, Mace And Cardamoms in Peru

The Peruvian nutmeg, mace and cardamom market declined to $X in 2022, shrinking by -7.1% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Overall, consumption showed a pronounced decline. Nutmeg, mace and cardamom consumption peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Nutmeg, Mace And Cardamoms

Exports from Peru

In 2022, the amount of nutmeg, mace and cardamoms exported from Peru soared to X tons, picking up by 23% on 2021. In general, exports, however, faced a abrupt contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 836%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, nutmeg, mace and cardamom exports surged to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, faced a deep downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when exports increased by 707%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

The Dominican Republic (X kg) and the United States (X kg) were the main destinations of nutmeg, mace and cardamom exports from Peru.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by the Dominican Republic (with a CAGR of +35.2%).

In value terms, the largest markets for nutmeg, mace and cardamom exported from Peru were the Dominican Republic ($X) and the United States ($X).

Among the main countries of destination, the Dominican Republic, with a CAGR of +21.7%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

The average nutmeg, mace and cardamom export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with an increase of 27% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, continues to indicate a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 101% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the Dominican Republic ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the United States amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United States (-6.9%).

Imports of Nutmeg, Mace And Cardamoms

Imports into Peru

In 2022, approx. X tons of nutmeg, mace and cardamoms were imported into Peru; which is down by -3.9% compared with the previous year's figure. Overall, imports recorded a noticeable contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 153% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, nutmeg, mace and cardamom imports declined to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports recorded a abrupt setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 123%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Indonesia (X tons) constituted the largest nutmeg, mace and cardamom supplier to Peru, with a 57% share of total imports. Moreover, nutmeg, mace and cardamom imports from Indonesia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, India (X tons), threefold. The United States (X kg) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 3.8% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Indonesia stood at +32.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: India (-17.2% per year) and the United States (-1.7% per year).

In value terms, Indonesia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of nutmeg, mace and cardamoms to Peru, comprising 55% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by India ($X), with a 15% share of total imports. It was followed by the United States, with a 6.9% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Indonesia totaled +29.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: India (-21.7% per year) and the United States (-4.1% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average nutmeg, mace and cardamom import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, reducing by -2.5% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a perceptible slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 15%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Indonesia (-2.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for nutmeg, mace and cardamoms in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of nutmeg, mace and cardamom consumption in 2021 were India, China and Indonesia, together accounting for 47% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of nutmeg, mace and cardamoms in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of nutmeg, mace and cardamom production in 2021 were Indonesia, India and Guatemala, together comprising 83% of global production. These countries were followed by Nepal, Sri Lanka, Lao People's Democratic Republic and Myanmar, which together accounted for a further 12%.

What are the leading suppliers of nutmeg, mace and cardamoms to Peru?

In value terms, India, Indonesia and the United States were the largest nutmeg, mace and cardamom suppliers to Peru, together comprising 85% of total imports. Guatemala lagged somewhat behind, accounting for a further 11%.

What are the leading importers of nutmeg, mace and cardamoms from Peru?

In value terms, the United States remains the key foreign market for nutmeg, mace and cardamom exports from Peru, comprising 92% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Canada $690), with an 8% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for nutmeg, mace and cardamoms in Peru?

In 2021, the average nutmeg, mace and cardamom export price amounted to $3,312 per ton, shrinking by -2.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for nutmeg, mace and cardamoms in Peru?

In 2021, the average nutmeg, mace and cardamom import price amounted to $9,374 per ton, waning by -3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for nutmeg, mace and cardamom in Peru. 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.

Product coverage:

FCL 702 - Nutmeg, mace, cardamoms

Country coverage:

Peru

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Peru
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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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. 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. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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. 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. 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. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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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 In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Yield And Growth
16. Exports And Growth
17. Export Prices And Growth
18. Market Size And Growth
19. Per Capita Consumption
20. Imports And Growth
21. Import Prices
22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
24. Area Harvested, 2012–2024
25. Yield, 2012–2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024