Sesame seeds imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
Ghana imported $3.1 million of sesame seeds in 2024 (2.7 thousand tonnes). That is 43% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $9.0 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 | $3.1M | 2.7K t |
| 2023 | $2.1M | 3.4K t |
| 2022 | $874K | 3.8K t |
| 2021 | $3.5M | 6.4K t |
| 2020 | $7.1M | 8.4K t |
| 2019 | $9.0M | 10.3K t |
| 2018 | $3.8M | 5.0K t |
| 2017 | $4.6M | 4.1K t |
Where Ghana imports sesame seeds from
One supplier dominates: Burkina Faso accounted for 96% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Burkina Faso grew fastest (+80% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Burkina Faso | $2.9M | 96% |
| China | $61K | 2% |
| India | $35K | 1.2% |
| South Africa | $8K | 0.3% |
| Lebanon | $4K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.13 per kg, 37% below the world average of $1.78, 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.
Sesame seeds exports from Ghana
In 2024, Ghana exported sesame seeds worth $218 thousand (106 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Turkey accounted for 65% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest (+940% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $141K | 65% |
| North Macedonia | $31K | 14% |
| India | $30K | 14% |
| United States | $15K | 6.9% |
| Burkina Faso | $1K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0.2% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
| South Korea | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana 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 Ghana?
Ghana imported sesame seeds worth $3.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 65th of 206 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 43% on 2023.
Which countries supply sesame seeds to Ghana?
Burkina Faso was the largest supplier with 96% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by China (2%) and India (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 457% on the year.
What is the average import price of sesame seeds per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.13 per kg in 2024, 37% below the world average of $1.78 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of sesame seeds to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.6 million in 2017 to $3.1 million in 2024, a fall of 34%. The peak was 2019 at $9.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.3 million a year.
Does Ghana also export sesame seeds?
Yes. Ghana exported $218 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Turkey, North Macedonia and India. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $2.8 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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