Freshdi Market Insight
Know the Chilli market before you buy
India (58%) leads Chilli supply with 255 suppliers across 39 countries, leaving limited options beyond the Indian base. The typical range is USD 390 - 1,730 per metric ton FOB, centered at a USD 1,690 median. Buyer inquiries totaled 7 in the last 30 days.
What is in this market?
The size and shape of Chilli on Freshdi before you shortlist anyone: how many sellers, how much product, how many origins, and which way demand is moving.
323supply
As of 15 November 2026, 323 active Chilli supply listings are live on Freshdi.
255companies
Freshdi has 255 active Chilli suppliers, 1.8% of all suppliers on the platform, as of 15 November 2026.
39origins
Freshdi lists Chilli suppliers from 39 countries, led by India at 58.0%, as of 15 November 2026.
0% over 12m
Freshdi received 7 buyer inquiries for Chilli in the 30 days to 15 November 2026, unchanged from the previous 30 days.
255 suppliers are actively offering Chilli on the platform, with 36 updating their listings in the last 30 days — a strong signal of ongoing activity. This level of participation means buyers can expect fresh pricing, availability, and specs without relying on outdated or static information, giving them more flexibility in negotiations and sourcing decisions. 323 active listings are currently live, covering a wide range of types, grades, and packaging options. With such depth, buyers are likely to find a close match to their needs without having to start from scratch or request custom quotes, reducing time-to-decision and improving supply certainty. Suppliers come from 39 countries, with India leading at 58.0%. This broad geographic spread offers buyers significant flexibility in sourcing — from cost-sensitive options in South Asia to unique regional varieties from other parts of the world — while still maintaining access to a dominant, reliable source in India. Buyer inquiries remained flat at 7 over the last 30 days, no change from the previous period. While demand hasn’t spiked, the consistent volume suggests stable interest, and the fact that 36 suppliers updated their listings recently indicates that supply remains responsive and active despite the lack of inquiry growth.
Freshdi recorded 63 buyer requests for Chilli globally in the 365 days to 15 November 2026.
- Over the 365 days to 15 November 2026, Freshdi tracked 323 active Chilli supply listings from 255 suppliers in 39 countries, built on 16 source documents and 94 supply observations.
- Buyer inquiry volume for Chilli on Freshdi held steady in the 30 days to 15 November 2026 against the 30 days before, with 97.42% volatility in monthly inquiry and quotation activity over 343 days.
- Chilli on Freshdi drew 63 buyer requests in the 365 days to 15 November 2026 for 323 active listings — 5.1 listings per request globally.
Who exactly is selling?
The verified Chilli suppliers buyers actually reach on Freshdi, ranked by the inquiries they received in the last 30 days and how reliably they answered them.
Verified suppliers first, then by buyer inquiries received in the last 30 days, then by response rate. No supplier pays for placement in this list.
Certifications shown are the two or three most relevant per supplier — the full set is on each supplier's profile.
- Freshdi's most-contacted verified Chilli supplier handled 0 buyer inquiries in the 30 days to 15 November 2026, replying to 90%.
- As of 15 November 2026, 1 of 255 Chilli suppliers on Freshdi are Level 2+ verified and answer at least 70% of inquiries.
How stable is this supply base?
Three separate questions, answered in order: is the product fresh, is the market busy, and can the sellers be trusted.
Is there much new product?
Chilli gained 29 new listings in the last 30 days, more than the 25 the month before. New offers are arriving at a faster rate than last month, so the catalog a buyer sees today includes more recent prices or pack sizes. Compare the listing date when evaluating two similar offers to ensure they reflect today’s market conditions.
Is the market busy?
13 of the 255 suppliers joined in the last 12 months, mostly long-standing suppliers. The pool includes a mix of sellers with established records and a smaller number of newcomers. Buyers have access to a broad range of options, but the majority of suppliers have a history of consistent listings. A shortlist should include both well-known sellers and a few new ones to test for variation in quality or pricing. Review each supplier’s listing history before reaching out.
3614.1% of 255
3413.3% of 255
4417.3% of 255
Can these suppliers be trusted?
220 of 255 suppliers are verified, at least three in four, so it's safe to contact several verified suppliers at once. Certificates are listed by 86 of 255 suppliers, and HALAL is the most common, held by 9 of them. For a shipment requiring HALAL certification, filter the list to include only those suppliers who hold it. For other requirements, ask each shortlisted supplier to confirm the certificate before placing an order.
- Freshdi refreshed 80 of 323 Chilli supply listings (24.8%) within 90 days to 15 November 2026, and 29 (9.0%) within 30 days.
- 162 of 255 Chilli suppliers on Freshdi (63.5%) were active in the 12 months to 15 November 2026, with 36 (14.1%) active within the last month, and 13 suppliers registered during the year.
- 86.3% of Chilli suppliers on Freshdi are verified as of 15 November 2026.
- Across 86 certified Chilli supplier profiles on Freshdi, 12.8% hold GST, 11.6% hold FSSAI, 10.5% hold IEC, 10.5% hold HALAL, and 7.0% hold ISO; one profile can hold several certificates.
What are the selling conditions, and where do the two sides disagree?
Part A reads the supply side on its own terms — price, trade term, MOQ, origin. Part B puts buyer demand next to it and measures the gaps in percentage points.
Default settings of a typical Chilli offer — how it ships, what it costs, the smallest quantity accepted and where it comes from. Each figure is drawn from every quote in the last 365 days, not from one seller.
FOB49.9%
As of 15 November 2026, FOB leads the trade terms of Chilli supply on Freshdi at 49.9%, followed by CIF at 43.3% and CFR at 5.1%.
390–1730
USD/MT FOBTypical Chilli supply prices on Freshdi run from USD 390 to 1,730 per metric ton on a FOB basis, median USD 1,690 across 12 listings, as of 15 November 2026.
10MT median
As of 15 November 2026, Chilli suppliers on Freshdi typically ask a minimum order of 10 MT, with most listings between 1 and 27 MT.
39countries
India (58%), Pakistan (7.5%) and Vietnam (3.9%) lead Chilli supply origins on Freshdi, as of 15 November 2026.
Chilli listings show a typical price range of USD 390 - 1,730 per metric ton on an FOB basis, with the median price landing at USD 1,690. The variety 'Chilli' dominates all priced listings at 91.7%, with a median price of USD 1,690, indicating that pricing is consistent across the primary grade. The typical minimum order quantity for Chilli is 10 MT, with most listings offering order sizes within the range of 1 to 27 MT, providing buyers with a broad spectrum of order volume options. Chilli suppliers offer FOB at 49.9% and CIF at 43.3%, with both terms equally represented across listings — FOB and CIF are the leading trade terms, each used by a majority of suppliers. For Chilli, payment is primarily made via T/T at 43.8% and L/C at 35.9%, showing a balanced use of bank transfer and letter of credit as payment methods.
| Type | Range (P25–P75) | Median | N | Term | MOQ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| chilli | 390–1730 USD/MT | 1690 | 11 | FOB | 10 MT |
| Market | Demand | Supply | Offers/req |
|---|---|---|---|
| Global | 7 requests | 16 products | 2.3 |
| Gulf Cooperation Council | 3 requests | 16 products | 5.3 |
| United Arab Emirates | 2 requests | 16 products | 8.0 |
Worldwide, 16 listings meet 7 buyer requests - 2.3 listings per request, so buyers have choice and suppliers compete. The Gulf Cooperation Council sends 3 of those requests (42.9%), and there the same 16 listings make 5.3 listings per request. With more listings than requests, a supplier needs a sharp price or terms to win each request. Quote the global or the GCC figure to match your market - the two are not interchangeable.
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| Chilli type | Buyer range | Median | Supplier range | Median | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chilli | – | – | 390 – 1730 | 1690 | – |
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- Freshdi had 16 Chilli listings against 7 buyer requests (2.3 listings per request), and buyers in the Gulf Cooperation Council posted 3 of them (5.3 listings per request), in the 30 days to 15 November 2026.
- The United Arab Emirates (2) sent the most of the 7 Chilli buyer requests on Freshdi with a known buyer country, in the 30 days to 15 November 2026.
What do I do now?
Act on the numbers above — post request, or browse every listing.
Post buying request for Chilli
Freshdi received 63 buyer requests for Chilli in the last 12 months. Verified suppliers quote against your spec — no platform fees on either side.
Browse all Chilli suppliers
323 listings from 255 sellers, filterable by type, MOQ, trade term and certification.
Chilli prices on Freshdi range from USD 390 to USD 1,730 per metric ton, FOB, with a median of USD 1,690 based on 12 current listings. This wide spread indicates significant variation in quality, origin, and processing, so buyers must evaluate each listing's specifications rather than relying on a single average price point.
The typical minimum order quantity for Chilli is 10 MT, with listings ranging from 1 to 27 MT. Buyers seeking smaller volumes can still find suppliers offering as low as 1 MT, though larger orders are more common, suggesting that volume may influence pricing and delivery terms.
FOB is the most commonly used trade term for Chilli, appearing in 49.9% of supplier listings on Freshdi. Buyers should verify that each quote uses FOB, as discrepancies in terms can affect shipping costs and liability, especially when sourcing from international suppliers.
T/T is the preferred payment term for Chilli suppliers, used by 43.8% of them on Freshdi. While common, this term requires clear agreement on stages and percentages, so buyers should confirm the exact payment schedule and conditions before finalizing any order.
86.3% of the 255 Chilli suppliers on Freshdi are verified, totaling 220 verified accounts. An additional 86 suppliers list a certificate, with HALAL being the most common at 9 suppliers, providing buyers with strong signals about compliance and quality standards before contacting any supplier.
Post a buying request detailing your required grade, quantity, and destination, or browse the live Chilli listings directly on Freshdi right now. Contacting a verified supplier from either path allows you to compare quotes, confirm availability, and verify certifications before committing to any order.
Methodology
How the numbers on this page are produced, and what they do not cover.
Every figure comes from Chilli listings, supplier quotes and buyer requests posted on Freshdi in the 365 days to 8 November 2026 - 323 active listings, 59 buyer requests, 16 source documents, and 94 supply observations from the last 30 days. External export benchmarks are cited separately and never mixed into Freshdi figures.
Price and MOQ ranges are the interquartile range - the middle half of quotes, a quarter below and a quarter above - with the median reported alongside. A Chilli type is priced only once it holds at least 5% of supply price quotes and 3 priced listings with a real range; below that it is not listed. Buyer prices are compared only once there are at least 5 of them.
All prices are FOB, in USD per metric ton; quotes on other Incoterms are converted to a FOB equivalent. Freshdi does not hold a CIF price series for Chilli, so no landed-cost comparison is possible from this data.
Product freshness counts listings created or updated. Supplier activity counts sellers by their last update. The two are different measurements and will not agree.
Freshdi reprocesses market data every hour, with one snapshot a day for trends. This page's figures, certification coverage included, refresh every 14 days on a rolling 365-day window.
About Chilli
Chilli is part of Agriculture, Food & Beverage > Herbs, Spices & Seasonings on Freshdi. Chilli shares its group on Freshdi with Wasabi Rice Snacks, Food Flavoring Additives, Spice Powder, Vanilla and Gherkin Relish. On Freshdi, Chilli is tracked as Chillies (HS code 0904). Offers of Chilli on Freshdi are compared by Density / Spec and Pepper Type. Chilli drew 63 buyer requests on Freshdi in the 365 days to 15 November 2026. Looking for Chilli? Post a buying request on Freshdi and compare the quotations suppliers send.
Chilli bulk price and MOQ: the reference
The details below help you judge a Chilli bulk price before you ask suppliers to quote.
Where are Chilli suppliers based?
On Freshdi, Chilli comes most often from India (58% of suppliers), followed by Pakistan (8%) and Vietnam (4%), as of November 2026. Three countries make up 70% of the Chilli suppliers, a concentrated spread.
| Country | Share of suppliers | Suppliers |
|---|---|---|
| India | 58% | 148 |
| Pakistan | 8% | 19 |
| Vietnam | 4% | 10 |
| Indonesia | 3% | 7 |
| United Arab Emirates | 2% | 6 |
| Kenya | 2% | 5 |
| Thailand | 2% | 5 |
| China | 2% | 4 |
Comparing two or three origins helps you weigh price against freight and delivery time.
Which Incoterms and payment terms do Chilli suppliers use?
Offers in Chillies, the group closest to Chilli, most often state FOB (50%) and T/T (44%) on Freshdi, as of November 2026.
| Term | Type | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FOB | Incoterm | 50% |
| CIF | Incoterm | 43% |
| CFR | Incoterm | 5% |
| CIP | Incoterm | 2% |
| T/T | Payment term | 44% |
| L/C | Payment term | 36% |
| D/P | Payment term | 5% |
Read these Chillies figures as the usual practice, then agree your own terms.
Which similar categories can Chilli importers browse?
Freshdi lists Chilli under Herbs, Spices & Seasonings, alongside Sugar, Pepper and Turmeric. Among them, Sugar counts the most suppliers on Freshdi, with 606.
| Category | Relation | Suppliers |
|---|---|---|
| Herbs, Spices & Seasonings | Parent group | 265 |
| Sugar | Neighbouring category | 606 |
| Pepper | Neighbouring category | 426 |
| Turmeric | Neighbouring category | 370 |
| Export Quality Sugar | Neighbouring category | 358 |
| Dried Black Pepper | Neighbouring category | 328 |
| Fresh Red Chilli | Neighbouring category | 324 |
| Organic Black Pepper | Neighbouring category | 310 |
Open a related category to widen your search or to compare similar products.
Trade terms and how to compare quotations
A reference for every category: what the usual trade and payment terms mean, and the points to check when you compare quotations.
| Term | Type | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| EXW | Incoterm | The buyer collects the goods at the seller's premises and pays every cost from there. |
| FCA | Incoterm | The seller hands the goods, cleared for export, to the buyer's carrier at a named place. |
| FOB | Incoterm | The seller loads the goods on the vessel at the port of loading; freight is the buyer's. |
| CFR | Incoterm | The seller pays sea freight to the destination port; the risk passes once loaded. |
| CIF | Incoterm | Like CFR, and the seller also insures the goods until the destination port. |
| CPT | Incoterm | The seller pays carriage to a named place; the risk passes at the first carrier. |
| CIP | Incoterm | Like CPT, and the seller also insures the goods to the named place. |
| DAP | Incoterm | The seller delivers to a named place, ready for unloading; import duties are the buyer's. |
| DPU | Incoterm | The seller delivers and unloads the goods at a named place in the destination country. |
| DDP | Incoterm | The seller delivers to the buyer's place and pays import duties and taxes too. |
| FAS | Incoterm | The seller places the goods alongside the vessel at the port of loading. |
| T/T | Payment term | A bank transfer, often a deposit before production and the balance against documents. |
| L/C | Payment term | A letter of credit, under which the buyer's bank pays once the shipping documents match its terms. |
| D/P | Payment term | Documents against payment, where the buyer gets the shipping documents once it pays. |
| D/A | Payment term | Documents against acceptance, where the buyer gets the documents by accepting to pay later. |
| CAD | Payment term | Cash against documents, where payment is made when the shipping documents are presented. |
| Bank Transfer | Payment term | A direct transfer between bank accounts, agreed in the contract. |
| Escrow | Payment term | A third party holds the payment until the buyer confirms delivery. |
| Cash | Payment term | Payment in cash, usually only for small or local orders. |
Name the Incoterm with a place, and agree it and the payment term in writing before production starts.
| Point | What to check | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Incoterm and place | Every quotation names the same Incoterm and port or place. | Prices on FOB and on CIF differ by the freight and the insurance. |
| Specification | The grade, size or composition quoted matches the one asked for. | A lower grade can hide behind a lower price. |
| Quantity and MOQ | The price is for the quantity ordered, above the minimum order. | Unit prices change with the order size. |
| Packaging | Packing type, size and labelling are stated and the same. | Custom packing adds cost. |
| Payment term | The payment term and the deposit asked. | It moves the risk between buyer and seller. |
| Lead time | The production and shipping time to the destination. | A late shipment can cost more than a higher price. |
| Documents | The certificates and export documents included. | Missing papers can block customs. |
| Validity | How long the quoted price holds. | Quotations are often valid for a limited time only. |
Ask every counterpart to quote on the same basis: only then does the lower price win.