Paprika Powder Market Overview 2026

Raw Materials
HS Code
090422
Last Updated
2026-04-08
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
  • Paprika Powder market coverage spans 151 countries.
  • 1,168 exporter companies and 1,313 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
  • 4,321 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
  • 0 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
  • Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 0.
  • Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
  • Page data last updated on 2026-04-08.

Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Paprika Powder

Analyze 4,321 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Paprika Powder.

Paprika Powder Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum

Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Paprika Powder to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Paprika Powder: Mexico (+127.2%), United Arab Emirates (+76.9%), Vietnam (-51.2%).

Paprika Powder Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary

As of 2025-05, benchmark Paprika Powder country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Paprika Powder transaction unit prices: Austria (19.58 USD / kg), United States (10.67 USD / kg), Guatemala (10.08 USD / kg), South Africa (8.75 USD / kg), Costa Rica (7.84 USD / kg), 14 more countries.
CountryYoY ChangeTransaction Count2025-052025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-04
Austria-8.3%2710.23 USD / kg (132 kg)11.21 USD / kg (218.64 kg)11.44 USD / kg (140.88 kg)16.51 USD / kg (342.56 kg)30.08 USD / kg (116.64 kg)19.58 USD / kg (553.76 kg)
Peru-1.9%1,1202.47 USD / kg (2,989,430.156 kg)2.53 USD / kg (2,925,298.156 kg)2.05 USD / kg (2,141,098.577 kg)2.12 USD / kg (2,154,966.219 kg)2.55 USD / kg (2,169,700.948 kg)2.75 USD / kg (2,516,442.556 kg)
Spain-4.5%7873.38 USD / kg (1,577,701.53 kg)5.65 USD / kg (3,192,014.86 kg)2.64 USD / kg (836,503.5 kg)4.23 USD / kg (1,636,526.369 kg)4.28 USD / kg (1,489,403.634 kg)3.41 USD / kg (1,942,196.987 kg)
United States+1.8%5819.75 USD / kg (19,219.465 kg)9.27 USD / kg (27,678.918 kg)11.45 USD / kg (16,368.61 kg)11.75 USD / kg (13,448.94 kg)11.33 USD / kg (16,664.255 kg)10.67 USD / kg (16,318.198 kg)
China-1.9%5041.48 USD / kg (1,012,798 kg)2.09 USD / kg (1,024,955.07 kg)1.25 USD / kg (919,498 kg)2.40 USD / kg (812,300.25 kg)1.59 USD / kg (1,471,796.98 kg)2.33 USD / kg (1,214,019.66 kg)
India-37.7%4703.69 USD / kg (33,809.66 kg)5.31 USD / kg (29,756.79 kg)4.77 USD / kg (48,825.76 kg)3.54 USD / kg (141,270.185 kg)6.10 USD / kg (193,076.365 kg)5.41 USD / kg (58,217.2 kg)
Costa Rica+21.6%1975.96 USD / kg (266.292 kg)- (-)- (-)- (-)6.08 USD / kg (2,118.131 kg)7.84 USD / kg (19,674.706 kg)
South Africa+44.4%1048.73 USD / kg (47.861 kg)8.37 USD / kg (104.614 kg)7.67 USD / kg (152.986 kg)7.33 USD / kg (48,074.652 kg)8.74 USD / kg (650.384 kg)8.75 USD / kg (1,414.66 kg)
Vietnam-51.2%701.00 USD / kg (29,866.69 kg)3.58 USD / kg (1,680 kg)0.94 USD / kg (1,430.4 kg)5.29 USD / kg (87,264 kg)5.23 USD / kg (536,069 kg)4.85 USD / kg (215,814 kg)
Uzbekistan+17.1%520.55 USD / kg (77,200 kg)0.48 USD / kg (21,500 kg)- (-)0.57 USD / kg (38,780 kg)0.93 USD / kg (13,675 kg)1.73 USD / kg (69,808 kg)
Paprika Powder Global Supply Chain Coverage
2,481 companies
1,168 exporters and 1,313 importers are mapped for Paprika Powder.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Paprika Powder, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.

Paprika Powder Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals

1,168 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Paprika Powder. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.

Paprika Powder Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles

Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 1,168 total exporter companies in the Paprika Powder supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Turkiye)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-08
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food PackagingFood ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingDistribution / Wholesale
(Turkiye)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-08
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
(Spain)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-10-30
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTrade
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-08
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: OthersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingOthers
(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-08
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(United Arab Emirates)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-08
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Logistics
Paprika Powder Global Exporter Coverage
1,168 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Paprika Powder supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Top Exporting Countries for Paprika Powder (HS Code 090422) in 2024

For Paprika Powder in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
RankCountryVolumeValueReport
1Spain83,256,524.485 kg317,293,963.865 USDView →
2India106,761,501.253 kg299,101,243.079 USDView →
3Mexico29,136,365 kg30,551,889 USDView →
4United States7,526,611 kg27,201,290 USDView →
5Netherlands4,254,272 kg21,097,326.974 USDView →
6South Korea3,616,826.978 kg21,072,230 USDView →
7Germany3,501,792.898 kg19,856,374.53 USDView →
8Turkiye6,390,297 kg19,085,284 USDView →
9Thailand10,269,426.38 kg13,396,740.32 USDView →
10Belgium2,012,846.36 kg10,612,028.236 USDView →

Paprika Powder Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary

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Paprika Powder Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks

1,313 importer companies are mapped for Paprika Powder demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.

Paprika Powder Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners

Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 1,313 total importer companies tracked for Paprika Powder. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Guatemala)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-08
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Russia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-08
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Mexico)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-03
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-26
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Shipping And Water TransportBrokers And Trade AgenciesOthersAir TransportFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Russia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-08
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 5M - 10M
Industries: Food PackagingFood ManufacturingBeverage Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Zimbabwe)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-08
Industries: Crop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: India, United States, Spain, Netherlands
Global Importer Coverage
1,313 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Paprika Powder.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Paprika Powder (HS Code 090422) in 2024

For Paprika Powder in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
RankCountryVolumeValueReport
1United States130,622,554 kg340,741,667 USDView →
2United Kingdom15,969,076 kg74,168,704.656 USDView →
3Japan12,850,171 kg60,546,756.556 USDView →
4Germany13,804,559.084 kg49,339,664.923 USDView →
5Canada10,120,291.537 kg45,309,562.727 USDView →
6Spain21,410,502.326 kg40,602,232.888 USDView →
7Netherlands6,952,083 kg28,333,449.489 USDView →
8Australia6,172,027.59 kg25,833,722.361 USDView →
9Poland6,493,650.29 kg22,717,123 USDView →
10Hungary7,015,291.66 kg16,807,434 USDView →

Paprika Powder Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary

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Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Paprika Powder

Paprika Powder Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country

Monthly Paprika Powder wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Paprika Powder wholesale unit prices: Hungary (2.09 USD / kg), Belgium (1.38 USD / kg), Colombia (0.85 USD / kg).
Country2025-052025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-04
Belgium1.26 USD / kg1.14 USD / kg0.85 USD / kg1.09 USD / kg1.13 USD / kg1.38 USD / kg
Colombia0.66 USD / kg0.49 USD / kg0.46 USD / kg0.63 USD / kg0.86 USD / kg0.85 USD / kg
Czechia----2.25 USD / kg-
Germany----2.22 USD / kg-
Hungary2.06 USD / kg2.94 USD / kg2.53 USD / kg2.11 USD / kg1.95 USD / kg2.09 USD / kg

Paprika Powder Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries

Compare Paprika Powder wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 5 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
RankCountryAverageLowerUpperYoYReport
1Belgium1.14 USD / kg0.63 USD / kg2.47 USD / kg-21.9%View →
2Colombia0.69 USD / kg0.41 USD / kg1.09 USD / kg-26.3%View →
3Czechia2.25 USD / kg1.79 USD / kg2.87 USD / kg-21.6%View →
4Germany2.22 USD / kg1.97 USD / kg2.85 USD / kg-24.5%View →
5Hungary2.32 USD / kg1.03 USD / kg5.29 USD / kg+21.6%View →

Latest Paprika Powder Wholesale Export Price Updates

Use the latest 5 Paprika Powder wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
DateEntry NameUnit Price (USD) 
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Classification

Product TypeIngredient
Product FormPowder
Industry PositionProcessed Agricultural Ingredient

Market

Paprika powder is a globally traded spice ingredient produced by drying and milling Capsicum pods, commonly traded under HS heading 0904 (Capsicum/Pimenta, crushed or ground). Supply is tied to dried chili/pepper production in large agricultural origins (notably Asia and the Americas) as well as specialty paprika origins in Europe, while major demand centers include North America and the European Union. Market dynamics are heavily driven by quality differentiation (color strength, flavor, pungency, particle size) and by buyer testing requirements due to recurring food-safety and food-fraud risks in the wider spice category. Storage and logistics are typically ambient, but quality is sensitive to heat, light, oxygen, and moisture, which can accelerate color and aroma loss.
Major Producing Countries
  • IndiaMajor producer of dried Capsicum peppers used in ground spice supply chains; significant domestic use and export-oriented processing.
  • ChinaLarge producer and processor of Capsicum-based dried spices; significant exporter in HS 0904 trade groupings.
  • MexicoLarge producer of Capsicum peppers; supplies both domestic market and export-linked processing.
  • TurkiyeSignificant Capsicum producer and regional spice processor supplying domestic and export markets.
  • SpainMajor specialty paprika origin (including smoked paprika/pimentón) with established export-oriented processing.
Major Exporting Countries
  • IndiaKey exporter across Capsicum dried/ground spice product lines (HS 0904.22 scope commonly used for ground Capsicum, including paprika and red pepper).
  • ChinaLarge exporter within HS 0904 trade groupings, supplying multiple destination markets.
  • SpainHigh-profile exporter of paprika powders (including smoked), and an EU hub for spice processing and re-export.
  • PeruNotable exporter within ground Capsicum trade categories used by global buyers.
  • MexicoExporter of Capsicum-based spices and ingredients to North American and other markets.
Major Importing Countries
  • United StatesLarge end-market for spices and seasoning ingredients used in retail and food manufacturing.
  • GermanyLarge EU consumption and processing market for spices; imports support manufacturing and re-export.
  • NetherlandsEU logistics and re-export hub for food ingredients including spices.
  • United KingdomSignificant spice import market supporting retail and food manufacturing.
  • FranceLarge EU consumer and industrial food market with steady demand for spice ingredients.
Supply Calendar
  • Spain:Aug, Sep, OctTypical late-summer to autumn pepper harvest and drying window; smoked paprika production depends on drying practices.
  • China:Sep, Oct, NovMain harvest and drying period varies by province and cultivar; processed exports can extend shipment availability beyond harvest months.
  • India:Jan, Feb, MarMultiple regional crop cycles; a major dry-chili harvest window commonly falls in winter to early spring in key producing states.
  • Mexico:Aug, Sep, Oct, NovLate-summer to autumn harvest windows are common; industrial milling and inventory smooths supply across the year.

Specification

Major VarietiesSweet paprika, Hot paprika, Smoked paprika (pimentón)
Physical Attributes
  • Red to red-orange fine powder; shade and intensity vary by cultivar, drying method, and blend
  • Aroma and color are sensitive to oxidation, heat, and light; moisture uptake can lead to caking
Compositional Metrics
  • Extractable color (commonly expressed in ASTA units) is a core quality parameter in international trade
  • Moisture content, ash/insoluble matter, and pungency (capsaicinoid-related) are commonly specified depending on end use
Grades
  • ISO 7540:2020 provides specification requirements for ground sweet and hot paprika
  • ISO 7541:2020 provides a standardized test method for measuring extractable color in paprika
Packaging
  • Industrial bulk packs such as multiwall paper bags with food-grade liners and sealed cartons for ingredient users
  • Smaller retail packs in jars, sachets, or composite containers for consumer channels
  • Use of light- and oxygen-barrier materials for color preservation in premium segments
ProcessingOptional post-milling microbial reduction (e.g., steam treatment) may be used to meet pathogen specificationsPowder handling requires foreign matter control (sieving, magnets, metal detection) due to dry processing and cross-contact risks

Supply Chain

Value Chain
  • Capsicum cultivation and harvest -> drying (sun/kiln/smoke, depending on style) -> cleaning and foreign-matter removal -> grinding/milling -> sieving/blending -> optional microbial reduction treatment -> metal detection -> packaging -> distribution to ingredient users and retail
Demand Drivers
  • Widely used seasoning and color-contributing spice in processed meats, snack seasonings, sauces, soups, and spice blends
  • Industrial demand linked to convenience foods and standardized seasoning systems requiring consistent color and flavor
  • Demand for origin- and process-differentiated products (e.g., smoked paprika) in premium and culinary segments
Temperature
  • Typically shipped and stored ambient, but quality retention requires cool, dry conditions and protection from heat and direct light
  • Moisture control is critical to prevent caking and to reduce microbiological risk in storage
Atmosphere Control
  • Oxygen management (e.g., oxygen-barrier packaging and, in some cases, inert-gas flushing) can help preserve color and aroma during storage
Shelf Life
  • Shelf life is generally long under dry, protected storage, but extractable color and aroma decline over time; buyers often manage quality using color testing and rotation policies

Risks

Food Safety And Adulteration HighPaprika powder (and adjacent Capsicum spice products) faces recurring global trade disruption risk from contamination and fraud concerns, including Salmonella risk in spices and illegal dye adulteration (e.g., Sudan dyes) used to intensify red color. These issues can trigger border rejections, recalls, and rapid buyer delisting, with outsized impact because the product is widely used as an ingredient across many processed foods.Use approved suppliers with full traceability; require validated microbial controls (where applicable), routine pathogen and mycotoxin testing, and authenticity/fraud screening for illegal dyes and undeclared colorants.
Regulatory Compliance MediumImport requirements frequently emphasize contaminants and residues (e.g., mycotoxins where applicable, pesticide residues, and heavy metals), and compliance expectations vary by destination market, increasing the risk of shipment holds or rejections.Align specifications to target-market limits; implement a risk-based testing plan by origin and lot; maintain documentation for GMP/HACCP and supplier controls.
Quality Variability MediumColor strength, flavor profile, and pungency can vary materially by cultivar, drying method (including smoked vs non-smoked), and milling/blending practices, creating rework risk for manufacturers that need consistent seasoning performance.Specify standardized color methodology (e.g., ISO 7541), particle size, and sensory targets; contract for tight lot-to-lot tolerances and use blending to standardize.
Climate MediumCapsicum yields and quality can be sensitive to heat stress, drought, and extreme rainfall events that affect harvest timing, drying feasibility, and defect rates, contributing to availability swings and quality downgrades.Diversify origin portfolio across multiple producing regions; monitor seasonal conditions and drying constraints; build inventory buffers for critical formulations.
Sustainability
  • Agricultural input management (pesticides and water) in Capsicum cultivation can drive compliance and sustainability scrutiny
  • Energy use and emissions associated with drying (and, where used, steam treatment) can be material in industrial supply chains

FAQ

How is paprika powder commonly classified in international trade?Paprika powder is commonly traded under HS heading 0904, which covers pepper and dried fruits of the genus Capsicum or Pimenta, including crushed or ground forms. In practice, many buyer and customs datasets group paprika powder within the ground Capsicum category used for items such as paprika and red pepper.
What are the most common buyer specification parameters for paprika powder in global trade?Buyers typically specify extractable color (often reported in ASTA units using standardized methods such as ISO 7541:2020), moisture, particle size, and fit-for-purpose flavor/pungency profile. Depending on destination and use, specifications commonly include microbiological requirements (e.g., Salmonella expectations) and contaminant/residue limits.
What is the single biggest global trade risk for paprika powder as an ingredient?Food-safety and food-fraud issues are the most disruptive risks, because they can trigger immediate shipment holds, rejections, and recalls. In the wider spice category this includes pathogen risk (such as Salmonella) and authenticity concerns such as illegal dye adulteration (e.g., Sudan dyes) aimed at intensifying red color.

Paprika Powder Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices

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All country market pages: Andorra, United Arab Emirates, Albania, Armenia, Argentina, Austria, Australia, Aruba, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Bangladesh, Belgium, Burkina Faso, Bulgaria, Bahrain, Burundi, Benin, Bermuda, Brunei, Bolivia, Brazil, Bahamas, Bhutan, Botswana, Belarus, Belize, Canada, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Switzerland, Ivory Coast, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Curacao, Cyprus, Czechia, Germany, Denmark, Dominican Republic, Algeria, Ecuador, Estonia, Egypt, Spain, Ethiopia, Finland, Fiji, France, Gabon, United Kingdom, Georgia, Gambia, Greece, Guatemala, Hong Kong, Honduras, Croatia, Hungary, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, India, Iraq, Iran, Iceland, Italy, Jamaica, Jordan, Japan, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, South Korea, Kuwait, Cayman Islands, Kazakhstan, Laos, Lebanon, Sri Lanka, Liberia, Lesotho, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Latvia, Morocco, Moldova, Montenegro, Madagascar, Macedonia, Myanmar [Burma], Mongolia, Macao, Malta, Mauritius, Maldives, Malawi, Mexico, Malaysia, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Nicaragua, Netherlands, Norway, Nepal, New Zealand, Oman, Panama, Peru, Philippines, Pakistan, Poland, Portugal, Paraguay, Qatar, Romania, Serbia, Russia, Rwanda, Saudi Arabia, Sweden, Singapore, Slovenia, Slovakia, Senegal, South Sudan, El Salvador, Swaziland, Togo, Thailand, Tajikistan, Tunisia, Turkiye, Trinidad and Tobago, Tanzania, Ukraine, Uganda, United States, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Venezuela, Vietnam, Samoa, South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe
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