Vietnam’s chili exports are recording impressive growth in both volume and value. This reflects continued rising demand from international markets. This performance is creating additional room for the spice and fruit-and-vegetable sector to expand in the coming period.
According to preliminary data from the Vietnam Pepper and Spice Association (VPSA), in January 2026, Vietnam exported nearly 500 tons of chili. This generated USD 1.3 million in revenue. This figure went up 50.3% compared to December 2025 and 46.8% year-on-year.
This represents a relatively strong growth rate amid ongoing global spice market fluctuations. The increase is driven by shifting demand patterns and logistics cost pressures.
Vietnam’s chili exports
In terms of markets, Laos remained the largest destination with 216 tons, accounting for 43.3% of Vietnam’s chili exports. Cambodia ranked second with 121 tons, or 24.2%. The dominance of these neighboring markets highlights the continued advantage of geographic proximity and lower transportation costs. It also reflects similar consumption habits, which Vietnamese chili exporters are effectively leveraging.
However, Vietnam’s presence in higher-standard markets such as the United States (31 tons), South Korea (24 tons), Japan, and the United Kingdom (13 tons each) indicates gradual progress. Vietnamese chili is increasingly meeting stricter requirements on quality, food safety, and traceability. This progress is helping diversify export destinations and reduce reliance on any single market. As a result, overall market risk remains limited.
From a business perspective, the nearly 500-ton export volume in January is significant. It is higher than the 332 tons recorded in December 2025 and the 340 tons in the same period last year. It also reflects stronger supply readiness and secured orders from the beginning of the year.
Frozen chili from Vietnam
Several Vietnamese spice enterprises reported notable export volumes. These include Thai Duy Nhan (62 tons), Uu Viet Import–Export (57 tons), Nedspice Vietnam (47 tons), and Dong Chan (40 tons). The participation of companies of varying scales indicates that the market is not concentrated in a few major players. Instead, it shows a relatively broad-based distribution across the supply chain.
This strong growth momentum in the first month of 2026 is a positive signal for the entire sector. If stable raw material zones are maintained, quality control is strengthened, and free trade agreements are effectively leveraged, Vietnam’s chili industry has strong potential. It can increase export value, expand markets, and strengthen its position within the country’s spice export sector in the coming period.
Vietnamese source: https://doanhnghieptiepthi.vn/xuat-khau-ot-cua-viet-nam-tang-truong-an-tuong-ca-ve-san-luong-va-kim-ngach-161260217144805853.htm
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