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Philippines: Market for Nutmeg, Mace And Cardamoms 2025

Market Size for Nutmeg, Mace And Cardamoms in the Philippines

After two years of growth, the Philippine nutmeg, mace and cardamom market decreased by -19.3% to $X in 2022. In general, consumption, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Exports of Nutmeg, Mace And Cardamoms

Exports from the Philippines

In 2022, shipments abroad of nutmeg, mace and cardamoms decreased by -47% to X kg for the first time since 2014, thus ending a seven-year rising trend. Overall, exports, however, saw significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 1,555%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X kg, and then declined notably in the following year.

In value terms, nutmeg, mace and cardamom exports shrank sharply to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 1,393% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X, and then shrank significantly in the following year.

Exports by Country

Palau (X kg) was the main destination for nutmeg, mace and cardamom exports from the Philippines, accounting for a 95% share of total exports. Moreover, nutmeg, mace and cardamom exports to Palau exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Turkey (X kg), more than tenfold.

From 2013 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Palau stood at +99.5%.

In value terms, Palau ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for nutmeg, mace and cardamoms exports from the Philippines, comprising 100% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Turkey ($X), with a 0.5% share of total exports.

From 2013 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Palau stood at +188.7%.

Export Prices by Country

The average nutmeg, mace and cardamom export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, standing approx. at the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price enjoyed a buoyant increase. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Palau ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Turkey totaled $X per ton.

From 2013 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Palau (+44.7%).

Imports of Nutmeg, Mace And Cardamoms

Imports into the Philippines

In 2022, the amount of nutmeg, mace and cardamoms imported into the Philippines shrank remarkably to X tons, dropping by -28.4% compared with the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a deep reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 52% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, nutmeg, mace and cardamom imports dropped markedly to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, showed notable growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 75%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2021, and then reduced markedly in the following year.

Imports by Country

India (X tons), Indonesia (X tons) and Germany (X tons) were the main suppliers of nutmeg, mace and cardamom imports to the Philippines, with a combined 98% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Germany (with a CAGR of +103.8%), while imports for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, India ($X), Indonesia ($X) and Germany ($X) were the largest nutmeg, mace and cardamom suppliers to the Philippines, with a combined 99% share of total imports.

Germany, with a CAGR of +84.0%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average nutmeg, mace and cardamom import price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 16% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a resilient increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 an increase of 63% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

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 Germany ($X per ton), while the price for the United States ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Australia (+32.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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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 comprising 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, with a combined 83% share of global production. Nepal, Sri Lanka, Lao People's Democratic Republic and Myanmar lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 12%.

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

In value terms, India constituted the largest supplier of nutmeg, mace and cardamom to the Philippines, comprising 73% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Indonesia, with a 19% share of total imports.

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

In value terms, Thailand emerged as the key foreign market for nutmeg, mace and cardamom exports from the Philippines, comprising 90% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Palau, with a 10% share of total exports.

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

In 2021, the average nutmeg, mace and cardamom export price amounted to $26,425 per ton, with a decrease of -9.8% against the previous year.

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

In 2021, the average nutmeg, mace and cardamom import price amounted to $10,158 per ton, growing by 17% against the previous year.

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

Philippines

Data coverage:

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

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1. INTRODUCTION

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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
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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