According to the Vietnam Pepper and Spice Association (VPSA), year of 2025 is the most successful year ever for Vietnam’s cinnamon exports. This outstanding achievement reflects not only favorable market conditions. It also reflects the long-term efforts of businesses, farmers, and policymakers to enhance production capacity, improve quality standards, and strengthen Vietnam’s position in the global spice supply chain. Cinnamon, once considered a niche agricultural product, has now become one of Vietnam’s key export spices.
In concrete figures, total cinnamon exports for 2025 reached 120,295 tons, generating export revenue of USD 300.2 million. Compared to 2024, this represented a significant increase of 20.4% in export volume and 9.4% in export value. These growth rates are particularly impressive given the volatility of global commodity markets, rising logistics costs, and increasing quality requirements in major importing countries. The results marked the highest level in the history of Vietnam’s cinnamon exports. They reaffirmed the increasingly solid position of Vietnamese cinnamon in the global spice market.
Vietnam cinnamon exports
Several factors contributed to this remarkable performance of Vietnam’s cinnamon exports. First, the expansion of cinnamon-growing areas in key provinces helped ensure a stable supply of raw materials. At the same time, improvements in cultivation techniques, post-harvest processing, and traceability systems allowed Vietnamese cinnamon businesses to meet stricter international standards. These standards relate to food safety, sustainability, and origin certification. In addition, rising global demand for natural spices, herbal products, and health-related ingredients also played an important role in boosting export volumes.
In terms of export markets, India remained the largest destination for Vietnamese cinnamon in 2025. Exports to this market reached 45,184 tons, representing an increase of 25.9% compared to the previous year. This accounted for 37.6% of Vietnam’s total cinnamon export volume. India’s strong demand can be attributed to its large population and extensive use of spices in traditional cuisine. It is also driven by the growing food processing and pharmaceutical industries. Vietnam’s cinnamon has gained popularity in India due to its strong aroma, high essential oil content, and competitive pricing.
The United States ranked second among Vietnam’s cinnamon export destinations, with total imports of 13,583 tons in 2025. This market continues to show strong growth, driven by increasing consumer interest in natural, organic, and ethically sourced products. Vietnamese cinnamon exporters have made considerable efforts to comply with stringent U.S. regulations related to food safety, pesticide residues, and sustainability. These efforts have enabled them to expand their market share in this highly competitive environment.
Split cinnamon from Vietnam
Bangladesh ranked third, importing 10,202 tons of Vietnam’s cinnamon exports in 2025. Like India, Bangladesh has a strong culinary tradition that relies heavily on spices, and demand for cinnamon has been steadily rising. Notably, both the U.S. and Bangladesh recorded growth rates of over 20%. This demonstrates the broad-based expansion of Vietnam’s cinnamon exports across diverse regions and income levels.
While exports dominated the industry’s performance, Vietnam also imported a relatively small amount of cinnamon in 2025. Total imports reached 5,034 tons, with a value of USD 11.3 million. This represented increases of 11.7% in volume and 4.3% in value compared to the previous year. These imports mainly came from Indonesia and China. They were largely intended for processing, blending, or re-export purposes. The limited scale of imports compared to exports highlights Vietnam’s strong domestic production capacity.
Overall, the relatively small import volume indicates that Vietnam continues to be a net exporter of cinnamon, with an increasingly stable and sustainable supply base. This position not only brings significant economic benefits. It also strengthens Vietnam’s reputation as a reliable supplier in the global spice market. Looking ahead, if Vietnam continues to invest in quality improvement, branding, and sustainable production practices, the cinnamon industry is well-positioned to maintain its growth momentum. It can further enhance its value in the international market.
In conclusion, 2025 can be regarded as a milestone year for Vietnam’s cinnamon exports. The record-breaking export volume and value, the strong performance of leading enterprises, the expansion into major global markets, and the country’s continued status as a net exporter all underscore the industry’s growing maturity and competitiveness. These achievements provide a solid foundation for future development. They reaffirm the important role of cinnamon in Vietnam’s agricultural export strategy.
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