Premium Indonesian Spices for UAE — Black Pepper, Cinnamon & Cloves
Supply premium Indonesian black pepper, Korintje cinnamon and cloves to UAE importers and distributors. Competitive pricing, FCL/LCL to Jebel Ali.
Quick facts
- UAE is a major spice hub and re-export center for the Middle East — strong demand from hotels, restaurants and food traders.
- UAE imported ~26,000 tonnes of piper pepper in 2024 (Main importer in Middle East).
- Whole clove import value to UAE in 2023 was ~USD 40.9M.
Why UAE is a priority market (unique points)
- Re-export hub & concentration of buyers — Dubai/Abu Dhabi traders buy large bulk shipments for redistribution across MENA and Europe. (fast scaling possible).
- High-value hospitality demand — premium hotels & gourmet restaurants in Dubai/Abu Dhabi prefer consistent, high-aroma pepper & specialty cinnamon for premium F&B menus and private labels.
- Seasonal spikes — Ramadan, tourist high-season and trade shows (Gulfood) create buying windows where buyers commit to larger volumes.
Product & quality selling points to highlight
- Black pepper (Lampung/Indonesian pepper) : consistent grind/pungency profiles; offer graded peppercorn sizes.
- Korintje (Cassia) cinnamon : strong aromatic body for bakery and spice blends (clearly label botanical type: C. burmannii).
- Cloves (Maluku) : high essential oil content — highlight GC/MS oil results if available.
Commercial approach to increase closing rate
- Offer small sample lots + lab COA in first contact.
- Propose private-label + small test shipment timed before Ramadan/Gulfood.
- Pricing: show FOB & CIF to Jebel Ali; include MOQ options (1–2 containers).
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