The recovery of consumer demand across many export markets is providing growth momentum for exports of Vietnam’s pepper in 2026. However, international trade risks continue to pose significant challenges for Vietnamese exporting enterprises. In addition, requirements regarding product quality and traceability are becoming increasingly stringent.
Despite the positive outlook for demand, Vietnam’s pepper exporters must navigate a more complex business environment. Importing countries are tightening regulatory standards and strengthening quality-control measures. As a result, improving product quality and ensuring supply-chain transparency have become essential factors for maintaining market access. In addition, meeting traceability requirements is crucial for enhancing competitiveness in global markets.
According to the data, Vietnam exported approximately 30,000 tons of pepper in May 2026. These exports generated earnings of USD 196.7 million. In the first five months of the year, exports of Vietnam’s pepper reached 126,800 tons, bringing in USD 819.7 million. This represented an increase of 27% in volume and 18.8% in value compared with the same period in 2025.
Exports of Vietnam’s pepper
However, the average export price was only around USD 6,463 per ton, down 6.5% year-on-year. This indicates that the overall growth momentum has been driven mainly by higher export volumes. It also reflects stable demand in major markets for exports of Vietnam’s pepper.
The United States remained Vietnam’s largest pepper export market, accounting for 28.5% of total export turnover. Germany and Thailand followed, with market shares of 5.9% and 4.9%, respectively.
According to the Vietnam Pepper and Spice Association, the global pepper market in June remained generally stable, providing favorable conditions for export activities. Consumption demand in many markets is still at a positive level. This opens up opportunities for Vietnamese pepper enterprises to expand their market share.
However, businesses should closely monitor supply–demand developments and price fluctuations in the international market. In addition, they should proactively develop appropriate production and business plans.
Vietnamese pepper
In addition to positive market signals, the Vietnam Pepper and Spice Association has issued a warning regarding a foreign partner. This partner is showing potential risks in exports of Vietnam’s pepper and spice trading activities.
According to feedback from the Vietnam Trade Office in the United Arab Emirates and several industry enterprises, the partner has exhibited a number of unusual signs. These are related to legal documentation, corporate information, and trading methods. In response, the Association has advised exporters to exercise heightened caution when engaging, negotiating, and signing contracts with new partners.
Vietnamese enterprises should proactively verify the legal status, financial capacity, and actual business address of potential partners. This verification should be conducted through Vietnam’s overseas trade offices, financial institutions, or trade insurance providers.
At the same time, they should prioritize secure payment methods such as irrevocable letters of credit (L/C). In addition, they should limit the delivery of goods or original documents until all contractual payment conditions are fully met, helping to minimize risks in export activities.
Vietnamese source: https://doanhnghieptiepthi.vn/kim-ngach-xuat-khau-ho-tieu-khoi-sac-nhung-thach-thuc-van-hien-huu-161260617073354893.htm
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