| Rank | Country | Production (MT) | Share % | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | India | 0 | 35 | Leading global supplier of dried chilies with a wide range of varieties such as Kashmiri and Byadgi; exports have grown strongly, with pepper exports by value reported up ~16.9% in 2024 relative to 2023.[2][4] |
| 2 | Mexico | 0 | 15 | Largest global exporter of fresh sweet and chili peppers by value with around USD 1.8 billion exports in 2024 and the highest net trade surplus in the category.[2] |
| 4 | Spain | 0 | 8 | Second-largest exporter of fresh peppers by value (about USD 1.7 billion in 2024) with greenhouse production strongly oriented to EU markets.[2] |
Major importers
- China Major producer of both fresh and dried chili with growing exports (pepper exports by value up over 14% year-on-year in 2024) and significant domestic consumption.[2][9]
- Netherlands Large re-export and greenhouse hub for fresh peppers in Europe with exports around USD 1.2 billion in 2024, leveraging advanced logistics and distribution.[2][3]
- Vietnam Notable exporter in dried chili and chili powder segments; volumes have seen volatility with reported year-on-year declines in powder exports to some markets.[1][2]