Anise and caraway seeds exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
Egypt exported $84.5 million of anise and caraway seeds in 2024 (23.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 121 countries. Value rose 16% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $84.5M | 23.3K t |
| 2023 | $72.8M | 18.0K t |
| 2022 | $50.6M | 19.0K t |
| 2021 | $36.5M | 19.5K t |
| 2020 | $30.1M | 16.0K t |
| 2019 | $25.4M | 15.6K t |
| 2018 | $25.4M | 15.8K t |
| 2017 | $26.1M | 13.2K t |
Where Egypt exports anise and caraway seeds to
The largest buyer markets were Algeria (23%), Morocco (11%), Germany (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 43%. Among the main buyer markets, Algeria grew fastest (+321% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Algeria | $19.8M | 23% |
| Morocco | $9.3M | 11% |
| Germany | $7.5M | 8.8% |
| United States | $6.6M | 7.8% |
| Libya | $4.1M | 4.9% |
| Brazil | $3.5M | 4.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $3.1M | 3.7% |
| Spain | $3.1M | 3.6% |
| Pakistan | $3.0M | 3.6% |
| India | $2.6M | 3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.62 per kg, 27% above the world average of $2.86. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Anise and caraway seeds imports to Egypt
Egypt imported $378 thousand of anise and caraway seeds in 2024 (92 tonnes). One supplier dominates: China accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+526% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $206K | 55% |
| Syria | $69K | 18% |
| United States | $35K | 9.1% |
| United Kingdom | $25K | 6.7% |
| Turkey | $20K | 5.2% |
| Vietnam | $14K | 3.6% |
| Australia | $10K | 2.5% |
| India | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt anise and caraway seeds exports (HS 0909.61): 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 0909.61: Spices: seeds of anise, badian, caraway or fennel: juniper berries, neither crushed nor ground.
Common questions
What is the value of anise and caraway seeds exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported anise and caraway seeds worth $84.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 23.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 121 countries worldwide, with 17% of world exports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries buy anise and caraway seeds from Egypt?
Algeria was the largest buyer with 23% of the value ($19.8 million), followed by Morocco (11%) and Germany (9%). The top three together account for 43%, out of 93 buyer countries in total. Algeria grew fastest among the top ten, up 321% on the year.
What is the average export price of anise and caraway seeds per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.62 per kg in 2024, 27% above the world average of $2.86 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of anise and caraway seeds from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $26.1 million in 2017 to $84.5 million in 2024, an increase of 224%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $43.9 million a year.
Does Egypt also import anise and caraway seeds?
Yes. Egypt imported $378 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Syria and the United States. On balance Egypt is a net exporter of this product, by about $84.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for anise and caraway seeds?
The HS code for anise and caraway seeds is subheading 0909.61. It sits in HS chapter 09 (coffee, tea, mate and spices). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0909 page.
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