In 2025, Peru consolidated its place because the second-largest exporter of herbs and spices in Latin America and the Caribbean, with shipments value 600.9 million {dollars}, in response to information from the International Financial system and Enterprise Analysis Heart of the Affiliation of Exporters (CIEN-ADEX). The nation was surpassed solely by Mexico, with exports exceeding $ 1.2 billion, whereas Brazil, Chile, and Guatemala accomplished the regional rating.
This was highlighted by Edgar Vásquez, director of CIEN-ADEX, throughout the first version of the Expo Hierbas & Especias in Tacna. The specialist underscored the potential of those merchandise within the worldwide market, pushed by elements such because the growth in Peruvian gastronomy, rising demand for wholesome meals, the community of commerce agreements, and the nation’s logistical positioning.
The Peruvian export portfolio primarily contains onions, paprika, and ginger, whereas Mexico leads with merchandise corresponding to sauces, peppers, chilies, and herb blends. In latest many years, this sector has exhibited constant development, with a mean annual development charge of 12.3% between 2000 and 2025.
The first export areas embody Tacna, Lima, Ica, Junín, La Libertad, and Arequipa. Particularly, Tacna’s exports of herbs, spices, and condiments amounted to $ 25.1 million in 2025, representing a 29.7% improve over the earlier yr.
This area’s most notable merchandise embody herbs like oregano, rosemary, and marjoram; spices corresponding to paprika, dried ginger, and turmeric; and condiments like sillao, cumin, and vinegar. Its major markets had been Brazil, the European Union, Chile, Argentina, and Ecuador.
Vásquez confused that Tacna has important export potential on this space. Since 2000, when gross sales overseas totaled 2.7 million {dollars}, the area has elevated its export quantity ninefold, consolidating its place as an necessary participant within the Peruvian provide chain.
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