The current saffron price ranges from €1.76 to €1.96 per gram for retail packs and €480 and €1,400 per kg for commercial quantities. The applicable range depends on the selected saffron, order quantity and packaging. This page gives buyers a clear per-gram and per-kilogram reference before they request a final quotation from a saffron supplier.
Prices can vary between the types of Iranian saffron, so compare the same type and weight when evaluating different offers.
What Is the Saffron Price per kg?
The saffron price per 1kg currently ranges from €480 and €1,400. The following table separates the indicative ranges for the main Iranian saffron grades so commercial buyers can compare the available options in the same unit.
| Product | Price per kg | Minimum Coloring Strength | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bunch Saffron | €1,112 | 140-170 | Threads |
| Instant Granulated Saffron | €480 | +40 | Granul |
| Negin Saffron | €1,400 | 240-275 | Threads |
| Pushal Saffron | €1,304 | 220-250 | Threads |
| Saffron Powder Grade 1 | €1,279 | 200 | Powder |
| Saffron Powder Grade 2 | €1,154 | +170 | Powder |
| Sargol Saffron | €0 | 235-260 | Threads |
| Super Negin Saffron | €1,400 | 250-285 | Threads |
Buyers comparing quality and origin can also read our guides to the best saffron in the world and the main saffron producing countries. Those guides provide background information, while the ranٰges on this page remain focused on price.
For commercial availability and an order-specific quotation, review the saffron bulk range and submit the required grade, quantity, packaging and destination.
What Is the Saffron Price per Gram?
The retail saffron price per gram currently ranges from €1.76 to €1.96. The effective per-gram price may change with pack size, so the table shows both the total pack range and the equivalent price for one gram.
The retail price per gram is not simply the kg price divided by 1,000. Small consumer packs involve a different product presentation and order size, so their equivalent per-gram range should be read separately from a commercial kg quotation.
Customers looking for smaller packs can buy saffron from the retail product range. Commercial buyers should use the kg table as an initial reference and request a quotation for their required quantity.
Saffron Price History and Chart
Saffron prices do not move in a straight line. They may rise or fall from one period to another, so historical prices should be used only as a reference. For a current purchase, use the latest price ranges shown above. Saffron prices do not move in a straight line. They may rise or fall from one period to another, so historical prices should be used only as a reference. For a current purchase, use the latest price ranges shown above.
Frequently Asked Questions About Saffron Prices
How Much Does 10 Grams of Saffron Cost?
10 grams of saffron currently cost around €17.60. The exact amount depends on the selected product and retail packaging. Use the 10-gram row in the gram-price table for the corresponding effective price per gram.
How Much Does One Ounce of Saffron Cost?
One ounce equals 28.35 grams. Its estimated retail value is around €49.90, based on the applicable per-gram range. This is a weight conversion, not a quoted pack price, unless a 28.35-gram product is listed at that amount.
How Much Does One Pound of Saffron Cost?
One pound equals approximately 453.59 grams. Its calculated value is around €798.32 when derived from the relevant per-gram range. A quotation for this quantity may differ from a retail calculation.
Why Is the Saffron Price per Gram Higher Than the Equivalent Price per kg?
A small retail pack usually costs more per gram than a kg order because its packaging and handling costs are spread over a much smaller quantity. Larger orders generally have a lower per-gram price, even though the total order costs more.
Is Saffron Worth More Than Gold?
No. Saffron is not normally worth more than gold by weight. The market value of one gram of gold is generally higher than the retail price of one gram of saffron. The comparison is a way to describe saffron’s unusually high value among food products, not a literal claim that saffron costs more than gold. Our guide Why is saffron so expensive explains the reasons behind saffron’s high price.
Is Saffron Really the Most Expensive Spice?
Yes. Saffron is generally regarded as the world’s most expensive culinary spice by weight. Its exact price still depends on the product, quantity and packaging, and the range should be compared with other spices on the same weight basis. For a fuller explanation, see the factors behind saffron’s high price.
Iranian vs Spanish vs Kashmiri Saffron Prices
Kashmiri saffron is generally the most expensive, while Spanish saffron is often priced higher than Iranian saffron in retail markets. Iranian saffron usually offers the most competitive price due to its larger production and supply scale. However, the final price can vary by grade, purity, packaging, origin verification, and seller. (Reuters)
Why Is Iranian Saffron Often Cheaper Than Spanish or Kashmiri Saffron?
Iranian saffron is often more competitively priced because Iran produces saffron on a much larger scale and has a more extensive supply and export network. Its lower price does not necessarily indicate lower quality; the final price also depends on the saffron grade, purity, packaging, seller and destination market.
> In addition to the international price ranges shown here, you can check our guide to saffron price in the UK for pricing information specific to the British market.
Check the Applicable Saffron Price
For retail purchases, select the required pack size from the available products. For commercial enquiries, submit the saffron grade, quantity, packaging and destination so Esfedan can confirm the applicable range and prepare a quotation.
Commercial prices on this page are stated ex-factory unless the written quotation specifies another basis. International freight, insurance, customs duties, VAT, clearance and local delivery are added where applicable according to the destination and agreed terms.
