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Hibiscus

Moderate. Hibiscus (Hibiscus sabdariffa) is relatively drought-tolerant but requires reliable rainfall during the 4-month growing season. El Nino can reduce yields in the Sahel.

Current Price

$2,600

per MT

+3.4% (30d)

Projected

$2,500 - $2,800 within 3 months

Growing Regions

Click a region for details. Circles colored by risk level, sized by production significance.

Origin Comparison

Origin	Production	Quality Notes	Price Range	Key Advantage
Nigeria OUR ORIGIN	480,000+ MT/yr	Dark red calyces, high anthocyanin, well-sorted	$2,200 - $2,800/MT	#1 world exporter, supplies 85% of Mexico's imports
Sudan	100,000 MT/yr	Traditional quality, dark color	$2,400 - $3,000/MT	Traditional supplier, conflict-disrupted
Egypt	50,000 MT/yr	Premium irrigated, consistent quality	$3,000 - $3,500/MT	Consistent year-round, irrigated production
China	200,000 MT/yr	Lower anthocyanin, paler color	$1,500 - $2,000/MT	Cheapest option, large volume

Seasonal Calendar

Good time to buy Neutral Peak prices / low supply

Jan

buy

Nigerian harvest peak, best supply

Feb

buy

Drying and sorting continues

Mar

buy

Export season, abundant supply

Apr

buy

Good stocks available

May

neutral

Stocks steady, planting begins

Jun

neutral

Growing season

Jul

neutral

Growing season, rain critical

Aug

neutral

Growing season continues

Sep

wait

Pre-harvest, old stocks low

Oct

neutral

Harvest beginning in south

Nov

neutral

Harvest expanding northward

Dec

buy

New harvest arriving

Price Drivers

Nigeria dominates global exports, especially to Mexico (85% market share)

Mexican agua de jamaica market provides consistent base demand

Health food trend driving European/US demand for hibiscus tea and extracts

Anthocyanin content determines premium pricing (darker = more valuable)

Sudan supply disruptions redirect demand to Nigeria

Sorting quality (removal of stems, foreign matter) affects price grades

Supply Outlook

Nigeria remains the world's dominant hibiscus exporter, and the 2025/26 harvest has been good. Production in Kano and Jigawa states met expectations, with adequate rainfall during the growing season.

Sudan's ongoing conflict continues to remove significant volume from the market, which supports Nigerian pricing. China offers a cheaper alternative but with notably lower anthocyanin content, making it unsuitable for premium beverage and extract applications.

Demand is growing from the health food sector in Europe and North America, where hibiscus is valued for its antioxidant properties. Mexico remains the largest single market. We see stable to slightly higher prices through 2026.

Best Time to Buy

January-April offers best pricing and freshest crop from Nigeria. The Mexican market typically books large volumes in Q1, so early orders secure the best grades.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the anthocyanin content of your hibiscus?

Our Nigerian hibiscus (Hibiscus sabdariffa) typically contains 1.5-2.5% anthocyanins by dry weight, making it among the highest-quality origins globally. Anthocyanin content determines the depth of color in beverages and the potency of extracts. We can provide COA (Certificate of Analysis) with anthocyanin levels for every shipment.

Do you supply hibiscus powder or only whole calyces?

We primarily supply whole dried calyces, which are preferred for maximum freshness and buyer flexibility. We can also supply ground hibiscus powder (40-80 mesh) with additional lead time. Powder is popular for beverage manufacturers and supplement companies.

What is the shelf life and storage requirements?

Properly dried hibiscus calyces (moisture below 12%) have a shelf life of 18-24 months when stored in cool, dry, dark conditions. We pack in polypropylene bags with inner poly liners, 25-50kg per bag, palletized for container shipping. Temperature-controlled storage is recommended but not required for short-term holding.

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