Sesame seeds imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported sesame seeds worth $25.7 million (15.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 54% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $90.1 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 | $25.7M | 15.5K t |
| 2023 | $56.3M | 33.3K t |
| 2022 | $38.9M | 26.2K t |
| 2021 | $46.1M | 33.2K t |
| 2020 | $90.1M | 67.7K t |
| 2019 | $49.2M | 30.8K t |
| 2018 | $32.2M | 17.5K t |
| 2017 | $18.0M | 19.8K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports sesame seeds from
India alone supplied 52% of it. Among the main suppliers, Pakistan grew fastest (+278% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.66 per kg, close to the world average of $1.78.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Sesame seeds exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported sesame seeds worth $32.4 million (13.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Israel alone took 93% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | $30.0M | 93% |
| Saudi Arabia | $507K | 1.6% |
| Kuwait | $257K | 0.8% |
| Qatar | $209K | 0.7% |
| North Macedonia | $195K | 0.6% |
| Greece | $194K | 0.6% |
| Netherlands | $186K | 0.6% |
| Bahrain | $158K | 0.5% |
| South Africa | $149K | 0.5% |
| Tunisia | $101K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates 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 the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported sesame seeds worth $25.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 15.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 206 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 54% on 2023.
Which countries supply sesame seeds to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($13.3 million), followed by Nigeria (15%) and Burkina Faso (13%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 311% on the year.
What is the average import price of sesame seeds per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.66 per kg in 2024, 7% below 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 the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $18.0 million in 2017 to $25.7 million in 2024, an increase of 43%. The peak was 2020 at $90.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $44.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export sesame seeds?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $32.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Israel, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait. That compares with imports of $25.7 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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