India Spices and Seasoning Herbs Market Overview, 2028

India, a land of diverse cultures and rich culinary traditions, boasts one of the most vibrant and aromatic spices and seasoning herbs markets in the world. Spices have been an integral part of India's history and cultural heritage, playing a central role in the country's cuisine, rituals, and traditions for millennia. From the fiery heat of chili peppers to the warm and earthy notes of turmeric, the incredible array of flavors and aromas found in Indian spices and herbs captivates the senses and adds depth to every dish. As a global spice powerhouse, India is a major producer, consumer, and exporter of spices, with an extensive variety of indigenous herbs grown across different regions. Each state and community contributes unique spice blends and seasoning techniques, making the Indian spice market an enthralling tapestry of flavors. Whether it's the iconic masala chai enriched with spices like cardamom, cloves, and cinnamon, or the aromatic biryanis and curries that rely on a skilful blend of cumin, coriander, and fenugreek, the art of spicing in India is an ancient tradition that continues to thrive. As the demand for authentic Indian cuisine grows worldwide, the spices and seasoning herbs market of India remains an epicentre of culinary exploration, innovation, and enchantment, inviting food enthusiasts on a delightful and aromatic journey through the heart of Indian gastronomy. According to the research report "India Spices and Seasoning Herbs Market Overview, 2028," published by Bonafide Research, the India Spices and Seasoning Herbs market is expected to grow at 5.94% CAGR from 2023 to 2028. India has a wide variety of spices and herbs, many of which are local to certain locations. The sheer variety provides for an astounding depth of flavors in Indian cooking, from well-known spices like cumin, coriander, turmeric, and cardamom to lesser-known jewels like asafoetida, ajwain, and kalonji. Indian spices and herbs are prized not only for their culinary applications but also for their long history of use in traditional Ayurvedic healing. Many spices are thought to have medicinal characteristics and are used to promote health and treat a variety of diseases. India's rich culinary tradition and the world's growing fascination with unique flavors have led to an increase in the popularity of Indian spices. The market has grown significantly as a result of the rising demand for Indian spices on the international stage. Herbs and spices are frequently linked to health advantages, such as antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Due to their potential to improve wellness, consumers are adding more spices and herbs to their diets as health consciousness rises. There is renewed interest in indigenous and lesser-known spices and herbs, as consumers sought unique and authentic flavors. Ancient and traditional Indian spices like black cumin (kalonji) and asafoetida (hing) experienced resurgence in popularity.

A number of programs and efforts have been put in place by the Indian government to promote the regional spice market. These programs aim to increase the spice industry's sustainability, quality, and competitiveness while assisting exporters and farmers alike. The development and promotion of the Indian spice business are the responsibility of the Spices Board, a statutory organization under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry of the Government of India. For spice producers, exporters, and other stakeholders, it offers a range of services and support. To increase the export of Indian spices to foreign markets, various export promotion programs and incentives are offered to spice exporters. With these programs, India hopes to gain market share in the international spice trade. The government promotes ISO, HACCP, and FSSAI quality certifications to ensure that Indian spices meet international quality standards. The product type of the market include spices and herbs. The market is significantly dominated by spices product. Furthermore, during the forecast period herbs products is expected to grow at the fastest rate in Indian market. Based on spices type market is divided into various segments pepper, ginger, cinnamon, cumin, turmeric, coriander, cardamom, cloves, nutmeg & mace, mustard powder and others (onion powder, allspice, angelica, anise, asafoetida, caraway, sesame, lovage, marjoram, saffron, sorrel, star anise, spearmint, tarragon, etc.). The turmeric spice is expected to grow at the fastest rate during the forecast period. For ages, India's traditional Ayurvedic medicine has relied heavily on turmeric. There is a resurgence of interest in using turmeric for its therapeutic characteristics as individuals rediscover the advantages of conventional treatments. Indian food uses turmeric frequently, particularly in curries and rice dishes. Turmeric is used more frequently in worldwide cuisines as Indian food gains popularity around the world, which adds to the spice's rising demand. Furthermore based on herbs type market is divided into garlic, oregano, mint, parsley, rosemary, fennel, basil, thyme and other herbs (bay leaves, sage, savoury). The oregano herb has gained immense popularity in Indian market in recent years and expected to grow with significant CAGR during the forecast period. Based on application market is bifurcated into meat & poultry products, snacks & convenience food, soups, sauces, and dressings, bakery & confectionery, frozen products, beverages and others (pickles and chutneys, dips and spreads, health supplements, pet food, baby food, etc.) The market is majorly dominated by meat and poultry products. Furthermore there is significant increasing usage of spices and seasoning herbs in soups, sauces and dressings in India and is the fastest growing segment during the anticipated time frame. Herbs and spices have been used in cooking in Indian cuisine for a very long time. The original flavors of traditional soups, sauces, and dressings are heavily influenced by the use of fragrant spices and herbs. A variety of regional cuisines, each with its own distinctive blend of spices and herbs, are available because to India's great culinary diversity. Indian consumers discover new spice combinations while trying out diverse regional cuisines, which they then use into their own homemade soups, sauces, and dressings. Many of the herbs and spices that are used in soups, sauces, and dressings are thought to provide health benefits. For instance, people who are concerned about their health may find turmeric, ginger, garlic, and cinnamon appealing because of their medicinal qualities.

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The distribution channel of the market include foodservice and retail. Retail channel has played key role in the development of spices and seasoning herbs market in India and is most common channel for distributing these products. Customers now have better access to a wide array of spices and flavoring herbs due to the growing presence of supermarkets and hypermarkets in India. In comparison to conventional grocery stores, these shops provide a broader selection of spices and seasoning herbs as well as a more convenient shopping environment. In addition, the expansion of e-commerce has contributed to the expansion of the Indian market for spices and seasoning herbs. In comparison to conventional retail channels, e-commerce platforms provide customers with a greater selection of spices and flavoring herbs as well as a more convenient buying experience. Considered in this report: • Geography: India • Historic year: 2017 • Base year: 2022 • Estimated year: 2023 • Forecast year: 2028 Aspects covered in this report: • India Spices and Seasoning Herbs market with its value and forecast along with its segments • Various drivers and challenges • On-going trends and developments • Top profiled companies • Strategic recommendation

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By Product Type: • Spices • Herbs By Spices Type: • Pepper • Ginger • Cinnamon • Cumin • Turmeric • Coriander • Cardamom • Cloves • Nutmeg & mace • Mustard Powder • Others (Onion Powder, Allspice, angelica, anise, asafoetida, caraway, sesame, lovage, marjoram, saffron, sorrel, star anise, spearmint, tarragon, etc.) By Herbs Type: • Garlic • Oregano • Mint • Parsley • Rosemary • Fennel • Basil • Thyme • Other herbs (bay leaves, Sage, Savoury) By Application: • Meat & poultry products • Snacks & convenience food • Soups, sauces, and dressings • Bakery & confectionery • Frozen products • Beverages • Others (Pickles and Chutneys, Dips and Spreads, Health Supplements, Pet Food, Baby Food, etc.) By Nature: • Conventional • Organic By Distribution Channel: • Foodservice • Retail The approach of the report: This report consists of a combined approach of primary as well as secondary research. Initially, secondary research was used to get an understanding of the market and list out the companies that are present in the market. The secondary research consists of third-party sources such as press releases, and annual reports of companies, analyzing the government-generated reports and databases. After gathering the data from secondary sources primary research was conducted by making telephonic interviews with the leading players about how the market is functioning and then conducting trade calls with dealers and distributors of the market. Post this we have started doing primary calls to consumers by equally segmenting consumers into regional aspects, tier aspects, age groups, and gender. Once we have primary data with us we started verifying the details obtained from secondary sources. Intended audience: This report can be useful to industry consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, associations & organizations related to the Spices and Seasoning Herbs industry, government bodies, and other stakeholders to align their market-centric strategies. In addition to marketing & presentations, it will also increase competitive knowledge about the industry.