Sesame seeds imports in Cote d'Ivoire: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Cote d'Ivoire imported sesame seeds worth $5.4 million (3.4 thousand tonnes). That is 53% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 36% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5.4M | 3.4K t |
| 2023 | $3.5M | 3.0K t |
| 2022 | $188K | 754 t |
| 2021 | $219K | 250 t |
| 2020 | $658K | 3.0K t |
| 2019 | $152K | 860 t |
| 2018 | $99K | 172 t |
| 2017 | $626K | 453 t |
Where Cote d'Ivoire imports sesame seeds from
One supplier dominates: Burkina Faso accounted for 100% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Burkina Faso grew fastest (+64% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Burkina Faso | $5.4M | 100% |
| Lebanon | $10K | 0.2% |
| France | $5K | 0.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1K | 0% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
| Nigeria | $0K | 0% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.60 per kg, close to the world average of $1.78.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Sesame seeds exports from Cote d'Ivoire
In 2024, Cote d'Ivoire exported sesame seeds worth $863 thousand (1.6 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Turkey accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $449K | 52% |
| Germany | $154K | 18% |
| Netherlands | $96K | 11% |
| Burkina Faso | $94K | 11% |
| Italy | $65K | 7.5% |
| Estonia | $6K | 0.7% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Cote d'Ivoire?
The shipment records behind Cote d'Ivoire sesame seeds imports (HS 1207.40): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 1207.40: Oil seeds: sesamum seeds, whether or not broken.
Common questions
What is the value of sesame seeds imported by Cote d'Ivoire?
Cote d'Ivoire imported sesame seeds worth $5.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 53rd of 206 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 53% on 2023.
Which countries supply sesame seeds to Cote d'Ivoire?
Burkina Faso was the largest supplier with 100% of the value ($5.4 million), followed by Lebanon (0%) and France (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. Burkina Faso grew fastest among the top ten, up 64% on the year.
What is the average import price of sesame seeds per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.60 per kg in 2024, 10% below the world average of $1.78 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of sesame seeds to Cote d'Ivoire changed since 2017?
Imports went from $626 thousand in 2017 to $5.4 million in 2024, an increase of 759%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.4 million a year.
Does Cote d'Ivoire also export sesame seeds?
Yes. Cote d'Ivoire exported $863 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Turkey, Germany and the Netherlands. On balance Cote d'Ivoire is a net importer of this product, by about $4.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for sesame seeds?
The HS code for sesame seeds is subheading 1207.40. It sits in HS chapter 12 (oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit, industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1207 page.
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