Sesame oil imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported sesame oil worth $25.2 million (4.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 203 countries. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $25.2M | 4.3K t |
| 2023 | $24.6M | 4.7K t |
| 2022 | $19.9M | 3.6K t |
| 2021 | $20.4M | 4.5K t |
| 2020 | $24.8M | 5.3K t |
| 2019 | $18.5M | 4.4K t |
| 2018 | $13.4M | 3.5K t |
| 2017 | $14.8M | 3.6K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports sesame oil from
The largest suppliers were Mexico (44%), China (12%), India (8%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+175% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $11.1M | 44% |
| China | $3.0M | 12% |
| India | $2.1M | 8.3% |
| Singapore | $1.4M | 5.4% |
| France | $1.3M | 5.3% |
| South Korea | $1.2M | 4.9% |
| Japan | $736K | 2.9% |
| Netherlands | $688K | 2.7% |
| Egypt | $525K | 2.1% |
| Hong Kong | $498K | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.82 per kg, close to the world average of $5.29.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Sesame oil exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported sesame oil worth $4.9 million (584 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were United States (29%), France (18%), Netherlands (13%). Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+96% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.4M | 29% |
| France | $896K | 18% |
| Netherlands | $661K | 13% |
| Germany | $656K | 13% |
| Ireland | $560K | 11% |
| Brazil | $111K | 2.2% |
| Belgium | $108K | 2.2% |
| Austria | $99K | 2% |
| China | $64K | 1.3% |
| Switzerland | $39K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom sesame oil imports (HS 1515.50): 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 1515.50: Vegetable oils: sesame oil and its fractions, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified.
Common questions
What is the value of sesame oil imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported sesame oil worth $25.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 203 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply sesame oil to the United Kingdom?
Mexico was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($11.1 million), followed by China (12%) and India (8%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 526% on the year.
What is the average import price of sesame oil per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.82 per kg in 2024, 10% above the world average of $5.29 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of sesame oil to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.8 million in 2017 to $25.2 million in 2024, an increase of 70%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $20.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export sesame oil?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $4.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, France and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $20.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for sesame oil?
The HS code for sesame oil is subheading 1515.50. It sits in HS chapter 15 (animal, vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their cleavage products; prepared edible fats; animal or vegetable waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1515 page.
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