Dried Red Chillies from China – Supply, Export & Market Insight

China has long been a leader in the international export market of dried red chillies, exporting tens of millions of tons of dried red chillies from china to all parts of the world every year. We, Goodluck Agriculture, are a manufacturer of chili pepper products that specializes in the procurement, processing and export of dried chili peppers, providing stable supply, reliable quality and competitive quotations. We have obtained ISO:22000, HACCP, HALAL and other certificates to ensure smooth customs clearance for international buyers and dominate the market.

Interestingly, China is not the country of origin of chili peppers, but it has become the country with the largest pepper planting area and export scale in the world. We will explore the Chinese dried chili pepper industry in depth, including pepper varieties, processing methods and export trends. And explain why importers from many countries are fond of importing dried red chillies from china.

Why China Leads the Global Dried Red Chilli Market

As of December 2023, China’s annual pepper production exceeds 3 million tons (accounting for more than 50% of the world), and exports are about 250,000 tons, an increase of 8% year-on-year, with an export value of US$820 million (China’s General Administration of Customs). The success of Chinese dried pepper lies in

• Suitable environment：China has vast soil suitable for pepper cultivation, such as Yunnan, Henan, Inner Mongolia, Xinjiang, etc.
• Large-scale farming：Xinjiang, Inner Mongolia and other regions are all large-scale mechanical operations, mechanical harvesting
• Complete infrastructure construction：Owns many large international ports like Qingdao Port,Tianjin Port.

With a vast planting area and perfect infrastructure, China’s dried chili exports can meet the growing demand in India, Malaysia, Thailand, the United States, Europe and other places.

Main Exporting Dried red chillies from china

The ways to process

Dehydration and drying can effectively increase the storage time of dried peppers and maximize the flavor.

Drying

1：Natural Drying:In the dry pepper growing areas, natural drying is the most common method.

2：Machine Drying：This is a drying method commonly used in factories, which can speed up the drying process.

Steam Sterilization

Steam sterilization is generally used in the production process of chili powder. Whole peppers for export generally do not require steam sterilization unless the customer requires it.

Dried Chillies grading

Use the color sorter to screen the dried chilies to remove spotted chillies, pepper stems and other impurities.

Packaging Options for Global Export

We offer a variety of packaging methods and material options to meet your different needs.

• PP woven bags:(1kg/10kg/25kg)
• Carton boxes with inner liners:10kg/15kg(compression)
• Private labeling and OEM services

Quality Assurance and Certifications

We are Halal-certified dried chili exporter in china,We carry out the processing of dried chili peppers under the ISO 22000 and HACCP systems.we can offer:

• Third-party lab testing for pesticide residues, aflatoxins, and microbial safety
• Batch traceability from farm to port
• Compliant with the food regulations of the destination country

Product quality is our bottom line. Our team will never compromise on food safety.

China’s dried chili price fluctuations and supply calendar

Understanding the general pattern of dried chili price fluctuations can help formulate better purchasing strategies and reduce purchasing costs

• Sowing Period: March – April
• Harvest Season: July – September
• Peak Export Season: October – January

The price of peppers is lower during the harvest season, but chillies are usually not dehydrated, so the loss is relatively large. In July and August, due to the superposition of financial costs and storage costs, the price of dried peppers begins to rise. We have established partnerships with many farm operators to ensure year-round supply and basically stable prices.

Your Trusted Partner in Chinese Red Chilli Exports

With a strong supply chain, excellent quality control, and deep market insight, we are your reliable supplier of dried red chillies from China. Whether you’re a distributor looking for bulk volume or a food brand seeking premium-grade ingredients, we offer unmatched service, quality, and pricing to elevate your supply chain.

Contact us today to start your procurement journey and secure a dependable source for top-tier Chinese red chillies.