Cumin seeds exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
Egypt exported $15.6 million of cumin seeds in 2024 (3.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 110 countries. Value rose 17% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% 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 | $15.6M | 3.7K t |
| 2023 | $13.3M | 2.9K t |
| 2022 | $7.6M | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $5.4M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $5.0M | 1.9K t |
| 2019 | $4.0M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $3.4M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $3.6M | 1.3K t |
Where Egypt exports cumin seeds to
The largest buyer markets were Morocco (49%), Algeria (29%), Saudi Arabia (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Algeria grew fastest (+142% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Morocco | $7.7M | 49% |
| Algeria | $4.6M | 29% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.4M | 9% |
| Tunisia | $362K | 2.3% |
| Netherlands | $339K | 2.2% |
| Turkey | $262K | 1.7% |
| Germany | $213K | 1.4% |
| Colombia | $107K | 0.7% |
| United States | $100K | 0.6% |
| Paraguay | $95K | 0.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.25 per kg, 38% above the world average of $3.09. 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.
Cumin seeds imports to Egypt
In 2024, Egypt imported cumin seeds worth $4.6 million (1.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. One supplier dominates: India accounted for 63% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Afghanistan grew fastest (+82% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.9M | 64% |
| Turkey | $1.2M | 26% |
| Afghanistan | $330K | 7.2% |
| Syria | $154K | 3.4% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt cumin seeds exports (HS 0909.31): 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 0909.31: Spices: cumin seeds, neither crushed nor ground.
Common questions
What is the value of cumin seeds exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported cumin seeds worth $15.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 110 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries buy cumin seeds from Egypt?
Morocco was the largest buyer with 49% of the value ($7.7 million), followed by Algeria (29%) and Saudi Arabia (9%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 44 buyer countries in total. Algeria grew fastest among the top ten, up 142% on the year.
What is the average export price of cumin seeds per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.25 per kg in 2024, 38% above the world average of $3.09 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of cumin seeds from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $3.6 million in 2017 to $15.6 million in 2024, an increase of 335%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $7.3 million a year.
Does Egypt also import cumin seeds?
Yes. Egypt imported $4.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, Turkey and Afghanistan. On balance Egypt is a net exporter of this product, by about $11.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for cumin seeds?
The HS code for cumin seeds is subheading 0909.31. It sits in HS chapter 09 (coffee, tea, mate and spices). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0909 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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