Cardamom
Estimated value as of 2026 · Converted from US import average of ~$27,000 per ton in 2025 (GTAIC market report)[1], adjusted for retail markup
Cardamom is a highly aromatic spice derived from the seeds of the Elettaria cardamomum plant, commonly sold as green pods, ground powder, or extract for culinary use.
Fun fact Cardamom pods are among the world's most expensive spices by weight, often pricier than saffron in bulk markets due to limited production in regions like India and Guatemala.[2]
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