Oil seeds (other species) exports from Ethiopia: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of oil seeds (other species) by Ethiopia reached $22.7 million in 2024 (19.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Value rose 19% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $31.4 million.
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 | $22.7M | 19.5K t |
| 2023 | $19.1M | 13.3K t |
| 2022 | $27.2M | 20.3K t |
| 2021 | $31.4M | 27.2K t |
| 2020 | $19.1M | 19.3K t |
| 2019 | $22.8M | 23.9K t |
| 2018 | $23.1M | 27.0K t |
| 2017 | $25.9M | 25.6K t |
Where Ethiopia exports oil seeds (other species) to
The largest buyer markets were United States (48%), Germany (12%), India (10%). Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+189% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $10.8M | 48% |
| Germany | $2.6M | 12% |
| India | $2.3M | 10% |
| Italy | $2.0M | 8.8% |
| Belgium | $1.3M | 6% |
| Canada | $1.2M | 5.3% |
| United Kingdom | $1.1M | 4.9% |
| Spain | $308K | 1.4% |
| Egypt | $269K | 1.2% |
| Portugal | $150K | 0.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.16 per kg, 34% below the world average of $1.76, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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The shipment records behind Ethiopia oil seeds (other species) exports (HS 1207.99): 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 1207.99: Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits: n.e.c. in heading no. 1207, whether or not broken.
Common questions
What is the value of oil seeds (other species) exported by Ethiopia?
Ethiopia exported oil seeds (other species) worth $22.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 19.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 151 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries buy oil seeds (other species) from Ethiopia?
The United States was the largest buyer with 48% of the value ($10.8 million), followed by Germany (12%) and India (10%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 26 buyer countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 516% on the year.
What is the average export price of oil seeds (other species) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.16 per kg in 2024, 34% below the world average of $1.76 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of oil seeds (other species) from Ethiopia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $25.9 million in 2017 to $22.7 million in 2024, a fall of 13%. The peak was 2021 at $31.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $23.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for oil seeds (other species)?
The HS code for oil seeds (other species) is subheading 1207.99. 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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