HS Code:
Ginger, classified under HS Code 091011 (fresh ginger) and 091012 (crushed or ground ginger), is a widely traded spice and medicinal root. It is cultivated primarily in tropical and subtropical regions and is used in culinary applications, herbal medicine, and food processing industries. Global trade in ginger involves both fresh and processed forms, with significant demand in food, beverage, and pharmaceutical sectors. The trade is influenced by climatic conditions, production costs, and increasing consumer preference for natural and organic products.
Total Trade Volume
Approximately $1.2 billion USD
Data from 2022
Source
International Trade Centre (ITC) Trade Map and UN Comtrade Database
$450 million USD
37.5% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$300 million USD
25.0% of total trade of total trade
Stable
$100 million USD
8.3% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$80 million USD
6.7% of total trade of total trade
Stable
$60 million USD
5.0% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
Average Rate
5.2% ad valorem
Highest Rate
Up to 30% (in certain protective markets like the European Union for non-preferential origins)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements or for least developed countries under schemes like GSP)
Rising demand for organic ginger
Increased exports from countries with organic certification capabilities, pushing prices higher for certified products
2021-2022
Growth in processed ginger products
Higher value-added trade in ginger powder, extracts, and essential oils, benefiting countries with processing infrastructure
2020-2022
Supply chain disruptions due to climate change
Erratic production in key exporting countries due to adverse weather, leading to price volatility
2019-2022
A bilateral trade agreement between India and the European Union reduced tariffs on ginger, facilitating increased exports from India starting in mid-2022.
June 2022
Expected to increase India's market share in Europe by 10% over the next two years
Government initiatives in Nigeria to support ginger farmers through subsidies and training have led to a significant increase in production capacity.
March 2023
Positioned Nigeria as a growing competitor in the global ginger market, potentially challenging established exporters
The European Union implemented stricter pesticide residue limits for imported ginger, affecting exporters without compliant practices.
January 2023
Some smaller exporters may face market access challenges, while larger players invest in compliance