Origin
Origin
Paprika is a South American crop cultivated before European contact. Peru and Mexico were important early centers of pepper cultivation.
From the Americas, capsicum spread through Europe, Africa and Asia during the sixteenth century.
Production areas
Production areas
Peru’s coast allows year-round production. Major volumes are harvested from March to July around Trujillo, Lima, Ica, Arequipa and Moquegua.
General profile
General profile
Varieties may be sweet, bittersweet or piquant, with colors ranging from red-orange to a rich blood red.
B2B
B2B sourcing from Peru
Share the format, destination market, expected volume and product specification you need. Our team can discuss origin, presentation and processing requirements for your supply enquiry.
Request Paprika SamplesCommon uses
Common uses
- Powders and seasonings
- Natural color
- Pastes and sauces
- Pickled and preserved products
Formats & packaging
Formats & packaging
Bulk paprika ships whole, in flakes or ground to powder. Standard export packaging is 25kg multi-wall export bags or 1MT (1,000kg) bulk bags on pallets, sized for full or part-container loads.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum order quantity for bulk paprika?
Wholesale orders typically start at one pallet, around 1MT. Smaller sample quantities are available on request so you can test quality before committing to a full container.
What packaging and forms are available?
Whole pods, flakes and ground powder, packed in 25kg export bags or 1MT bulk bags depending on your production line and preferred shipping method.
Do you supply paprika wholesale for international shipping?
Yes. We export by sea and air freight from Peru to food manufacturers, importers and spice distributors worldwide — share your destination port and volume for a quote.
