Top Quality Pepper: Premium Spice from Vietnam

We are HAVIGO, a business that specializes in exporting agricultural products. We have been exporting premium spice products, including black pepper, at the most competitive price on the market. Let’s explore one of our top-selling spices in this post: top quality Vietnamese black pepper.

1. Vietnam – Suitable country for growing Pepper

Despite its late arrival in Vietnam, peppercorn proved to be an economically significant plant. In Vietnam, the provinces of Binh Phuoc, Vung Tau, Dak Lak, and Gia Lai are the primary sources of black pepper. Phu Quoc pepper is known as the “hidden gem.” Why can Vietnam produce so much of this spice? The answer is that the Central Highlands and Southeast regions of Vietnam have ideal climates for growing pepper.

First of all, these regions range in elevation from 500 to 1,500 meters above sea level. The climate is ideal for growing peppers. Second, the temperature is perfect for growing black pepper. Pepper plants thrive in temperatures between 20°C and 30°C on average each year. 

Black pepper grows best in areas with high humidity. Rainfall is heavy in the Southeast and Central Highlands, especially during the monsoon season. Pepper plants benefit from moisture because the region’s average annual rainfall ranges between 1,500 and 3,000 mm. The quality of the soil is the next consideration. To grow peppers, the soil must drain properly. Furthermore, these areas have a lot of volcanic soil, which provides the nutrients that pepper plants require to thrive. Finally, shade trees such as avocado and durian help to increase pepper production. These trees offer protection from high winds and extreme temperatures.  

Therefore, Vietnam’s Central Highlands and Southeast regions provide the ideal climate, soil, and ensure the productive production of black pepper. Vietnam can supply high-quality pepper in large quantities for both domestic and international demand. 

2. Top Quality MC Black Pepper

Machine-cleaned black pepper (or MC black pepper). Producers use machines thoroughly to clean black pepper in order to get rid of dust, twigs, leaves, and foreign objects. Unlike FAQ (Fair Average Quality) black pepper, which goes through a less thorough cleaning process, this produces a cleaner and more consistent product.

Here are some key characteristics of MC black pepper:

• High purity: Very low levels of admixture (foreign objects), typically around 0.2% max. 
• Uniform size: Machine cleaning helps to ensure the consistency of the size and shape of the peppercorns.
• Cleaner appearance: The absence of impurities makes MC black pepper visually appealing.
• Potential for stronger flavor: Some argue that the minimal processing of MC pepper can result in a more robust flavor profile.

Specifications for HAVIGO Machine Cleaned black pepper

• Origin: Vietnam
• Size: 3mm min
• Moisture: 12.5% max
• Admixture: 0.2% max
• Weight: 500g/l, 550g/l, 580g/l, 600g/l

Because of superior processing technique, MC black pepper is cleaner than FAQ black pepper when it comes to foreign objects. FAQ black pepper places a higher priority on maintaining the peppercorns’ inherent qualities. The price of MC black pepper is higher than that of FAQ black pepper.

3. Top Quality FAQ Black Pepper

FAQ means “Fair Average Quality”. The FAQ pepper undergoes a simple processing step to remove large impurities like dirt or stones, as well as objects like branches. It might still contain some admixture, though, no more than 1%. It can be small leaves, twigs, or broken peppercorns. Due to less processing, FAQ pepper can maintain a more robust flavor than MC pepper.

Appearance:

• Color: Dark brown to black
• Size: Varies, but generally smaller and less uniform than higher-grade peppercorns
• Shape: Round or slightly wrinkled
• Impurities: May contain some leaves, twigs, or broken peppercorns

Flavor:

• Pungency: Strong, spicy flavor  
• Aroma: Slightly less aromatic than higher-grade peppercorns

Processing:

• Minimal processing: Undergoes basic cleaning to remove large impurities, but retains some smaller ones
• Less visually appealing: Compared to higher grades, FAQ pepper may have a less polished appearance

Specifications of FAQ Black Pepper of HAVIGO

• Origin: Vietnam
• Size: 3mm min
• Moisture: 12.5% max
• Admixture: 1% max
• Weight: 500g/l, 550g/l, 580g/l, 600g/l

4. Vietnam – The world’s largest producer and exporter of Black Pepper

However, pepper is now a very important agricultural product. This data can show that. Vietnam is one of the largest producers and exporters of black pepper. Over the last three years, Vietnam has exported 288.000 (2021), 212.000 (2022), and 267.000 (2023) tons of black pepper. The output is responsible for more than one-third of global production. Surprisingly, Vietnam’s pepper export revenue reached $950 million in 2022, despite the impact of COVID-19. According to the data, Vietnam dominates the export market and is a reliable source of black pepper supply.  

5. Packing Top quality Pepper for exports

When it comes to packaging material, there are 3 common methods. 

Producers often use PP bags for whole peppercorns. Because they have good bearing capacity, are moisture-proof and preserve the flavor of pepper. For better preservation of flavor and aroma, they apply the vacuum method. This method can ensure pepper is stored in a sealed environment, avoiding air contact and keeping it fresh.

Another method is packing in carton boxes. People use this method to pack small retail packages or send samples to customers. This method is convenient for transportation and storage due to its sturdy shape.

Packaging specifications:

• Weight: Depending on customer and market requirements. Normally, they pack pepper in 25 kg, 50 kg, or even 100 kg.
• Seal: They seal the package to ensure no gaps to avoid mold.
• Labeling: The label package should be clear, with full product information such as product name, weight, production date, expiry date, origin, manufacturer, etc.

Factors that affect the quality of Peppercorns

When exporting, it takes several days for the batch of pepper to arrive at the destination. During the journey, many factors can affect the quality of products. Therefore, producers are always careful to protect peppercorns from these factors.

• Humidity: High humidity will cause pepper to mold and reduce quality.
• Temperature: High temperature reduces the essential oil content that affects the pepper flavor.
• Light: Direct sunlight reduces the quality of pepper.
• Microorganisms: Bacteria and mold can grow on pepper if not properly stored.

By strictly following the above procedures, you can ensure that the pepper is packaged in high quality, meeting the requirements of the international market.

About us

Havigo Company Limited operates in the field of agricultural export. We wish to bring high-quality Vietnamese agricultural products such as spices, rice, beans, and fruits… to the world. We supply you with high-quality products at the best price. If you find interested in importing premium Black Pepper, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us for better support via WhatsApp: +84 979 58 58 56.

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