Sesame seeds imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported sesame seeds worth $103.3 million (40.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 206 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 5% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $227.0 million.
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 | $103.3M | 40.4K t |
| 2023 | $98.9M | 42.6K t |
| 2022 | $84.5M | 38.7K t |
| 2021 | $11.9M | 7.6K t |
| 2020 | $17.0M | 11.9K t |
| 2019 | $14.2M | 7.6K t |
| 2018 | $227.0M | 50.0K t |
| 2017 | $70.3M | 93.7K t |
Where Egypt imports sesame seeds from
One supplier dominates: Sudan accounted for 70% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Brazil grew fastest (+247% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Sudan | $72.0M | 70% |
| Brazil | $15.0M | 15% |
| India | $7.7M | 7.5% |
| Chad | $4.9M | 4.7% |
| Pakistan | $1.2M | 1.2% |
| Turkey | $816K | 0.8% |
| Ethiopia | $656K | 0.6% |
| Nigeria | $590K | 0.6% |
| Mozambique | $362K | 0.4% |
| United States | $44K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.56 per kg, 44% above the world average of $1.78. 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.
Sesame seeds exports from Egypt
In 2024, Egypt exported sesame seeds worth $91.1 million (35.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Most of it went to Morocco (35%), Japan (10%), Algeria (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Israel grew fastest (+337% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt 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 Egypt?
Egypt imported sesame seeds worth $103.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 40.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 206 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply sesame seeds to Egypt?
Sudan was the largest supplier with 70% of the value ($72.0 million), followed by Brazil (14%) and India (7%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. Brazil grew fastest among the top ten, up 247% on the year.
What is the average import price of sesame seeds per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.56 per kg in 2024, 44% above 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 Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $70.3 million in 2017 to $103.3 million in 2024, an increase of 47%. The peak was 2018 at $227.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $78.4 million a year.
Does Egypt also export sesame seeds?
Yes. Egypt exported $91.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Morocco, Japan and Algeria. That compares with imports of $103.3 million in the same 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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