Exploring the Spices of Madagascar
100% Traceability from Africa's Spice Island
Expo Commodities Madagascar was established in 2011 as our first African producer, processor, and exporter of natural and organic spices. Today, we are a leading exporter of cloves and pepper from Madagascar with 100% traceability. Our annual production capacity exceeds 4300 MT, and we are certified with ISO 22 000, Organic EU, and USDA/NOP standards to cater to the global food market. We work hand-in-hand with over 100 farmers and suppliers to develop our downward integration.
Madagascar, one of the world’s largest islands, is renowned for producing aromatic black pepper and is favored by many EU markets. Additionally, it is most popular for cloves and various types of pulses.
Spice Growing Regions
Madagascar’s entire spice production is concentrated along its lush, tropical east coast — a narrow strip of land stretching from the north to south where the climate and rainfall create perfect growing conditions.
Cloves
East Coast — Mananara to Vangaindrano
Black Pepper
East Coast — Mahanoro to Farafangana
Cinnamon
East Coast — Mahanoro to Tamatave
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Products from Madagascar
Ten premium products — from aromatic east coast spices to nutrient-rich pulses — sourced, processed, and exported directly from our Madagascar operations with full traceability.
Bird’s Eye Chilli
Madagascar · East Coast
Small, intensely hot chilli peppers with a sharp, fiery heat. A vital ingredient in hot sauce production and spice blends.
Black Eye Beans
Madagascar · Highlands
Creamy, earthy black-eyed peas from Madagascar’s highland farms — a staple pulse widely used in African, European, and American cuisines.
Black Pepper
East Coast — Mahanoro
Madagascar’s aromatic black pepper — highly prized in EU markets for its distinctive, intense fragrance and bold, complex heat profile unique to this island origin.
Cinnamon
East Coast — Mahanoro
True cinnamon from Madagascar’s north-eastern coast — hand-harvested and processed for a warm, sweet flavour profile with excellent essential oil content.
Clove Leaf Oil
East Coast · Essential Oil
Steam-distilled from fresh clove leaves — rich in eugenol with a warm, spicy character. Used in pharmaceutical, dental, cosmetic, and food flavouring applications worldwide.
Cloves
East Coast — Mananara
Madagascar’s aromatic cloves — harvested along the east coast from Mananara to Vangaindrano. Intensely flavourful, EU-favoured, and certified organic for global premium markets.
Cow Pea
Madagascar · South Plateau
Nutritious, drought-resistant cow peas from Madagascar’s southern plateau — rich in protein and fibre, widely used across global food manufacturing and health food sectors.
Kidney Beans
Madagascar · Highland Farms
Deep red kidney beans from Madagascar’s highland farms — firm, flavourful, and high in plant protein. A global staple for chili, stews, salads, and canned food production.
Lima Beans
Madagascar · Highland
Creamy, buttery lima beans from Madagascar — a high-protein, high-fibre pulse widely used in soups, stews, and plant-based food manufacturing across global markets.
Mung Beans
Madagascar · Coastal & Highland
Small, versatile mung beans from Madagascar — a nutrient-dense, fast-sprouting pulse with wide applications in Asian cuisine, health foods, starch production, and sprouting.
Our Spice Processing Journey
Every spice and pulse we export from Madagascar follows a rigorous 8-step process — from sourcing through our ISO 22000-certified facility to final analysis before global shipment.
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Procurement
Spice procurement involves sourcing, vendor selection, quality, logistics, and compliance. Pricing, contracts, and inventory are critical.
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Drying
Spice drying is a process of removing moisture from fresh spices to improve their shelf life and concentrate their flavor.
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Processing
Spice processing involves cleaning, grinding, and packaging for distribution.
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Packing
Spice packing involves packaging and labelling spices to ensure their freshness, quality, and safety during storage and transportation.
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Export
Spice export involves complying with international regulations and organizing logistics.