Sesame oil imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported sesame oil worth $137.4 million (21.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 203 countries. Value rose 10% on 2023. 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 | $137.4M | 21.7K t |
| 2023 | $124.4M | 20.8K t |
| 2022 | $138.8M | 24.1K t |
| 2021 | $119.6M | 23.0K t |
| 2020 | $119.5M | 22.7K t |
| 2019 | $104.7M | 19.8K t |
| 2018 | $94.8M | 19.4K t |
| 2017 | $86.3M | 17.6K t |
Where the United States imports sesame oil from
Most of the value came from Japan (40%), Mexico (29%), Taiwan (13%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $55.0M | 40% |
| Mexico | $39.3M | 29% |
| Taiwan | $17.2M | 13% |
| India | $9.8M | 7.1% |
| China | $5.9M | 4.3% |
| South Korea | $4.4M | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $1.4M | 1% |
| Lebanon | $1.3M | 1% |
| Oman | $353K | 0.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $338K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.34 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 States
In 2024, the United States exported sesame oil worth $9.1 million (963 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. The largest buyer markets were Canada (25%), China (18%), Mexico (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+317% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $2.3M | 25% |
| China | $1.6M | 18% |
| Mexico | $845K | 9.3% |
| India | $640K | 7.1% |
| Brazil | $635K | 7% |
| Germany | $594K | 6.6% |
| Spain | $402K | 4.5% |
| Belize | $210K | 2.3% |
| United Kingdom | $181K | 2% |
| Guatemala | $172K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
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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 States?
The United States imported sesame oil worth $137.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 21.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 203 countries worldwide, with 32% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply sesame oil to the United States?
Japan was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($55.0 million), followed by Mexico (29%) and Taiwan (13%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 44 supplier countries in total. Oman grew fastest among the top ten, up 129% on the year.
What is the average import price of sesame oil per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.34 per kg in 2024, 20% above the world average of $5.29 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of sesame oil to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $86.3 million in 2017 to $137.4 million in 2024, an increase of 59%. The peak was 2022 at $138.8 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export sesame oil?
Yes. The United States exported $9.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, China and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $128.3 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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