List of the Top 10 Most Expensive Spices in 2026
1. Saffron
$15,000/kg
Main exporter: Iran
2. Cardamom
$2,500/kg
Main exporter: Afghanistan
3. Vanilla
$600/kg
Main exporter: Madagascar
4. Cardamom (Green)
$500/kg
Main exporters: India, Guatemala
5. Grains of Paradise
$120/kg
Main exporter: Ghana
6. Cloves
$90/kg
Main exporters: Indonesia, Madagascar
7. Cinnamon
$60/kg
Main exporter: Vietnam
8. Nutmeg
$50/kg
Main exporter: Indonesia
9. Star Anise
$40/kg
Main exporters: China, Vietnam
10. Black Pepper
$30/kg
Main exporter: Vietnam
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