Pepper price today May 20, 2025: Increased pressure due to imported pepper

Update the latest pepper price on May 20, 2025 in the domestic market

Area	Average price (VND/kg)	Change (VND)
Gia Lai	150,000	▼1,000
Ba Ria - Vung Tau	151,000	0
Dak Lak	153,000	0
Binh Phuoc	151,000	0
Dak Nong	153,000	0
Updated: 05/20/2025

Pepper prices this morning, May 20, 2025, in the domestic market recorded slight fluctuations. Specifically, pepper prices fluctuated from 150,000 to 153,000 VND/kg, with a decrease in Gia Lai province, where the price decreased by 1,000 VND/kg to 150,000 VND/kg, becoming the lowest price on the market.

In two other Central Highlands provinces, Dak Lak and Dak Nong, pepper prices remained unchanged at VND153,000/kg, showing stability in this region.

In the Southeast region, pepper prices are also stable, at VND151,000/kg in provinces such as Ba Ria - Vung Tau, Dong Nai and Binh Phuoc.

Overall, the current pepper market shows stability in many areas, although there is a slight adjustment in Gia Lai. This may reflect the supply and demand situation as well as consumption demand in recent times.

Update the latest pepper price on May 20, 2025 in the world market

Latest white pepper price today in the world market

Type name	World white pepper price list
	May 20 (Unit: USD/ton)	% change from previous day
Muntok Indonesian White Pepper	10,051	-
ASTA Malaysian White Pepper	11,900	-
Vietnam white pepper	9,700	-

White pepper prices today, May 20, 2025, on the world market show stability in pepper varieties. Specifically, the price of Muntok white pepper from Indonesia is currently at 10,051 USD/ton, while the price of Malaysian ASTA white pepper is 11,900 USD/ton. For Vietnamese white pepper, the price is recorded at 9,700 USD/ton.

All these prices have not changed compared to the previous day, indicating that the current white pepper market situation is quite stable. The unchanged price may reflect the balance between supply and demand in the global market, and also shows the maintenance of the value of white pepper products from major producing countries.

Latest black pepper price today in the world market

Type name	World black pepper price list
	May 20 (Unit: USD/ton)	% change from previous day
Lampung Black Pepper (Indonesia)	7.301	-
Brazilian Black Pepper ASTA 570	6,800	-
Kuching Black Pepper (Malaysia) ASTA	9,200	-
Vietnamese black pepper (500 g/l)	6,700	-
Vietnamese black pepper (500 g/l)	6,800	-

The price of white pepper in the world market today, May 20, 2025, shows clear stability. Specifically, the price of Muntok white pepper from Indonesia is currently listed at 10,051 USD/ton, while ASTA Malaysian white pepper is priced at 11,900 USD/ton. For Vietnamese white pepper, the price reached 9,700 USD/ton.

There was no change compared to the previous day, indicating that the white pepper market is maintaining a state of balance. This stability may reflect the stable supply and demand situation globally, as well as the competitiveness of white pepper products from major producing countries. This may create favorable conditions for exporters and investors in the coming time.

Notable news about pepper prices today May 20, 2025

According to information from Thehindubusinessline, the current pepper market situation is experiencing remarkable fluctuations. The amount of black pepper imported into India has skyrocketed, leading traders to call on the government to take measures to protect domestic pepper growers. Specifically, they demand renegotiation of tariff incentives and setting of minimum import prices (MIP) for this spice.

Aswath Balaji, chief operating officer of Hectar Global, said that imports from Sri Lanka and Vietnam are increasing, putting pressure on domestic pepper prices. Currently, pepper consignments from Sri Lanka are being cleared at Indian ports at less than Rs 650 per kg and retailing at around Rs 675, while Indian pepper is still priced at around Rs 700 per kg, down 5% in the last three weeks.

The new crop from Sri Lanka, expected to be harvested in June, will continue to put downward pressure on prices, especially with the India-Sri Lanka Free Trade Agreement (FTA) allowing duty-free entry for the first 2,500 tonnes and only 8% duty on the excess volume.

On the export front, Indian pepper is currently being offered at around $8,650 per tonne, higher than pepper from Sri Lanka ($7,200), Vietnam ($7,100), Brazil ($7,000) and Indonesia ($7,500). Pepper imports from Sri Lanka in the 2024–25 crop year have reached 24,000 tonnes, up sharply from 14,000 tonnes in the previous season.

India’s pepper production in 2025–26 is forecast to be around 76,000 tonnes, down further from 126,000 tonnes last year. India’s annual consumption is estimated at around 60,000 tonnes, driven by health-conscious trends and culinary applications.

During fiscal 2024–25, India exported over 19,000 tonnes of pepper, valued at US$ 80.23 million, up 18% in volume and 40% in value over the same period last year.

The current pepper market situation is being greatly affected by the increased import volume, along with requests from traders for support policies for domestic pepper growers. Stability in prices and output will depend on policy measures in the coming time.

Source: https://baoquangnam.vn/gia-tieu-hom-nay-20-5-2025-ap-luc-tang-cao-boi-luong-tieu-nhap-khau-3155124.html