VIETNAMESE GINGER, CINNAMON AND STAR ANISE SEE NEW MOMENTUM: VND 126 BILLION INVESTED IN SPICE PROCESSING CHAIN

New Investment in Vietnamese Spices: From Raw Material Areas to Export

On August 24, 2026, a new project specializing in the processing, preservation, and export of organic spices was officially launched in Cao Bang, Vietnam, with a total investment of VND 126 billion.

The factory is designed to process 50,000 tons of raw materials per year, focusing on products such as ginger, turmeric, chili, cinnamon, and star anise. The project is expected to establish partnerships with more than 3,000 farming households, covering a raw material area of approximately 2,333 hectares, with the goal of developing an integrated chain from production and sourcing to processing and export.

The factory is expected to begin operations in Q4 2027.

This is a notable development for Vietnam’s spice industry, as investment is gradually expanding beyond raw material production toward processing, preservation, and value-added products.

Why Are Raw Material Areas and Processing Becoming Increasingly Important?

For products such as ginger, cinnamon, and star anise, international buyers are no longer focused solely on finding competitive prices.

Importers are increasingly paying attention to:

• Stable raw material supply
• Clear and consistent specifications
• Traceability
• Residue control and food safety
• Suitable processing and packaging formats
• Laboratory testing documents and export documentation
• Long-term supply capacity

As a result, the model of raw material area → processing → quality control → export is becoming an increasingly important approach to strengthening the competitiveness of Vietnamese spices in international markets.

How Is Vietnamese Spice Exports Performing in 2026?

Cinnamon: Maintaining a Large Export Scale

During the first seven months of 2026, Vietnam exported approximately 73,085 tons of cinnamon, valued at USD 186.5 million, representing a slight decrease of around 1% in volume and 0.6% in value compared with the same period last year.

Although growth remains modest, cinnamon continues to be one of Vietnam’s major exported spices, supported by a relatively stable production base and established international markets.

Star Anise: Market Shifts Emerging

In the first seven months of the year, Vietnam exported approximately 8,434 tons of star anise, worth USD 33.4 million, down 9.1% in volume and 6.2% in value year on year.

However, export performance varied significantly by region. Star anise exports to the Americas increased by 33.2%, while exports to Europe surged by 81.9%.

Meanwhile, India, one of the major markets for Vietnamese star anise, recorded a significant decline.

These figures indicate that demand for Vietnamese star anise is becoming increasingly diversified, with shifts occurring across different international markets.

Ginger and Turmeric: Positive Growth Signals

During the first six months of 2026, the group of ginger, turmeric, and other spices reached approximately 22,314 tons, valued at USD 34.6 million, representing a 48.5% increase in volume compared with the same period in 2025.

This is a positive signal for products that can be supplied in various forms, including fresh ginger, dried ginger, ginger slices, and ginger powder, serving the food, beverage, and processing industries.

A New Trend: Vietnamese Spices Are Competing on More Than Price

These developments show that the competitive advantages of Vietnam’s spice industry are gradually expanding beyond raw material availability and price toward quality, processing capabilities, and supply chain consistency.

For international importers, an efficient source does not necessarily mean the supplier offering the lowest price. Instead, it means a supplier capable of consistently delivering:

The right specification → The right quality → The right timing → The right packaging → Long-term consistency.

This also creates an opportunity for Vietnamese businesses to increase export value rather than focusing solely on export volume.

Opportunities for Importers of Vietnamese Ginger, Cinnamon and Star Anise

The development of raw material areas and processing capacity is creating a stronger foundation for Vietnamese spices to better meet international buyers’ requirements.

For ginger, businesses can choose from various product forms, ranging from fresh ginger to dried ginger, ginger slices, and ginger powder.

For cinnamon, products such as cinnamon sticks, cinnamon broken pieces, and cinnamon powder are suitable for a wide range of food and beverage applications.

For star anise, the expansion of exports to Europe and the Americas indicates further potential for diversifying international customer bases.

In this context, partnering with a supplier capable of managing product availability, quality, specifications, and export logistics will become increasingly important.

Viet Linh Agrimex – Vietnamese Spice Supply for B2B Buyers

Viet Linh Agrimex supplies Vietnamese agricultural products and spices to international customers, including ginger, cinnamon, star anise, black pepper, and other products.

With a focus on B2B customers, we work to meet specific product specifications, packaging requirements, quality standards, and supply plans tailored to different markets.

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