🚢 LCL vs FCL: Practical guide for spice importers testing new products
Understanding how logistics choices impact the quality of Vietnamese spices
When sourcing spices from Vietnam, such as cassia cinnamon, star anise, black pepper, ginger, or cardamom, many importers begin with a trial order before transitioning to full-volume purchasing. In most cases, this trial quantity is small, making LCL (Less than Container Load) the...
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Vietnam Black pepper price (Nov 21, 2025): US Tax exemption vs. Weather risks
EXPORTS REMAIN STABLE WHILE HEAVY RAIN RAISES SUPPLY CONCERNS
Vietnam’s pepper market continues to show strong momentum as we move through November 2025. Prices remain stable at elevated levels, export demand is holding firm—especially from the United States—and Vietnam’s year-to-date export value has already surpassed the full-year results of 2024.
However, domestic...
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BROKEN CASSIA(CINNAMON): NOT ALL CASSIA PIECES ARE THE SAME
When global buyers think of Vietnamese cassia, they often imagine long, beautifully rolled sticks with high oil content and a rich sweet-spicy aroma. But another important category for industrial spice processing is broken cassia, a diverse group of cassia products used in powder production, extraction, seasoning blends, and herbal applications.
Despite...
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VIETNAM’S PROCESSED FRUITS SURGE AS GLOBAL HEALTHY SNACK DEMAND GROWS
Vietnam’s Processed Fruits Surge as Healthy Snacking Trends Accelerate.
Vietnam’s processed fruit industry is stepping into a breakthrough phase as global consumers increasingly choose healthier, more convenient snack options. Products like dried mango, crispy dragon fruit, freeze-dried longan and vacuum-fried banana chips are becoming the new symbols of Vietnamese agriculture,...
Discovering Vietnam's Ginger Growing Regions
Vietnam is renowned for its diverse agricultural landscape, and among its prized crops, ginger stands out as a vital spice with significant export potential. The country's unique climate and rich soil contribute to the cultivation of high-quality ginger, making it a favorite in kitchens around the world.
In this article,...
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VIETNAM PEPPER PRICES UPDATE – OCTOBER 31, 2025
Supply tightening, prices remain firm, and global production may rebound slightly by 2026
After a year of strong fluctuations, Vietnam’s pepper market is entering the final months of 2025 with a stable yet cautiously optimistic outlook. Both domestic and global prices have been holding steady, supported by tightening supply and sustained...
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HOW TO MEASURE QUALITY IN CINNAMON STICKS – WHY PRICES CAN DIFFER BY $100–200/MT
If you’ve ever received two offers for cinnamon sticks - both from Vietnam, both looking nearly identical - but one is $150 cheaper per ton, you’re not alone in wondering: why?
The truth is, cinnamon sticks may look similar on the outside, but what’s inside - the oil content, thickness, and...
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End of Season Recap: Vietnamese Black Cardamom 2025
The 2025 black cardamom season in Vietnam is slowly coming to an end - and with it, the familiar scent of smoky sweetness still lingers in the mountain air.From the high forests of Lào Cai and Hà Giang, countless baskets of freshly harvested pods have made their journey down winding...
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DOES CINNAMON POWDER EXPIRE? HOW TO KNOW IF YOUR SPICE IS STILL FRESH
Cinnamon powder is one of the world’s most beloved spices - warm, sweet, and versatile. But have you ever found an old jar of cinnamon in your pantry and wondered: “Does cinnamon powder expire?”
The short answer is yes, it can lose its freshness and potency over time, though it rarely...
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CHIPS CASSIA – THE SMART CHOICE FOR INDUSTRIAL CINNAMON BUYERS
Are you looking for a cost-effective cinnamon ingredient that meets industrial production standards? Or perhaps you want to gain a deeper understanding of the raw cinnamon market?
If the answer is “Yes,” then I believe this article will give you a more comprehensive and open-minded view of Chips Cassia - a...
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