Mexico and Spain are the main export markets for Peruvian paprika

Mexico and Spain are the main export markets for Peruvian paprika during the period January-August 2020. Paprika is the name by which a long-shaped sweet pepper rich in carotenoids is known. It can commonly be referred to as sweet pepper or chili (Peru), Paprika (in German language) and red pepper (in English). This condiment is the most commercialized in the world and Peru has the greatest diversity on the planet. During the first eight months of 2020, Peruvian paprika increased its exports by 9%, reaching a FOB value of $ 46.4 million compared to the same period 2019, which registered $ 42.4 million in FOB values. The main export markets for this product are Mexico and Spain with FOB export values of $ 16.5 million and $ 15 million, respectively. Likewise, it is important to note that the number of export markets increased during 2020, including new countries such as Albania, Bolivia, Canada, the Dominican Republic and Jamaica. Among these new markets, Albania stands out, a ...