At Sterling Exports Inc., we proudly supply premium quality Black Pepper (Whole & Grounded) to clients across the globe. With over 40 years of expertise in the spice industry, we have built a strong reputation as a trusted exporter, delivering spices that meet international standards of purity, hygiene, and flavor consistency.
Black Pepper, also called the “King of Spices”, is the dried mature berry of Piper nigrum Linn. It is dark brown to black in color, nearly globular, with a wrinkled surface. Known for its sharp, pungent, and aromatic flavor, black pepper is one of the most traded spices worldwide and an essential ingredient in cuisines across continents.
We ensure our pepper is hygienically processed, sorted, and packaged in custom pack sizes ranging from 100g to 50kg. With certifications like BRC, HACCP, ISO 22000 FSMS, Halal, and Kosher, Sterling Exports guarantees quality, reliability, and global compliance.
Black Pepper (Whole & Grounded)
Piper nigrum Linn.
Piperaceae
Dried berry
Nearly globular, wrinkled surface
Dark brown to black
Strong, sharp, warm, and aromatic flavor
Light berry content tested by floatation method in alcohol or methylated spirit of 0.80–0.82 specific gravity at 25°C
Grown extensively in South India (Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu) – known for producing the world’s finest pepper varieties
Black Pepper has been revered since ancient times, often called “black gold” due to its immense value in trade. Originating from the Malabar Coast of India, it was one of the earliest spices exported to Europe and played a central role in establishing global trade routes. Romans, Greeks, and Egyptians treasured pepper not only as a seasoning but also as a medicine and even a form of currency. By the Middle Ages, black pepper symbolized wealth and luxury. Today, it remains the most widely used spice in the world, appreciated for its culinary versatility and medicinal benefits.
Black Pepper is known as the “King of Spices” for being the most traded spice globally.
In ancient Rome, pepper was so valuable it was sometimes used as currency and dowry.
The spice originated from the Malabar Coast (Kerala, India), which is still one of the leading producers.
Tellicherry peppercorns, grown in Kerala, are considered among the finest quality peppercorns in the world.
Pepper owes its pungency to piperine, a natural alkaloid compound.
In medieval Europe, pepper was locked in chests like treasure, due to its high value.
Black, white, and green pepper all come from the same plant, harvested at different ripening stages.
Black pepper is used not just in cooking but also in Ayurveda and traditional medicine for digestion and immunity.
Global pepper trade was one of the key factors in the Age of Exploration.
Today, India and Vietnam are among the largest producers and exporters of black pepper.