| Rank | Country | Production (MT) | Share % | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vietnam | 257,427 | 28.4 | |
| 2 | Brazil | 90,000 | 15 | Major exporter of whole black pepper from Pará and Espírito Santo; strongly export‑oriented with growing role in supplying western markets.[2] |
| 2 | Brazil | 126,548 | 14 | |
| 3 | Indonesia | 72,000 | 12 | Important producer of Lampung and Muntok black pepper; output has been pressured by aging trees and competition from other crops while maintaining a strong export profile.[1][2] |
| 5 | Sri Lanka | 24,000 | 4 | Niche supplier of high‑quality pepper with strong emphasis on grading, moisture control and certifications to access EU and US markets.[1][4] |
| 5 | Indonesia | 64,279 | 7.1 |
Major importers
- Vietnam Largest global producer and exporter; high‑intensity, smallholder‑based production in southern and Central Highlands regions with strong processing and cleaning capacity.[1][2]
- India Traditional producer focused on higher‑value quality and processed (crushed/ground) pepper; substantial domestic consumption makes India both a producer and a major importer.[1][2]
- China Smaller but growing producer primarily supplying domestic consumption, with some re‑exports and cross‑border trade in pepper and pepper products.[2]
- India
- Burkina Faso