Sudanese Sesame Seeds Price — White Hulled FOB Export Rates
For food manufacturers, oil processors, and sesame importers sourcing from Sudan.
Prices are indicative and updated based on market conditions. Request a formal quote for confirmed pricing.
Current FOB Price Ranges
Prices are indicative and updated based on market conditions, season, and quantity. All prices are FOB Port unless otherwise noted.
| Grade / Type | FOB Price Range | MOQ | Pack Size | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premium — White Hulled 99.95% Purity | $980–$1,250/MT FOB | 1 FCL (20 MT) | 25 kg PP bag / 50 kg PP bag | FFA <1.0%, moisture <5%, oil content 50%+. Japan, Korea, EU food manufacturing. |
| Standard — White Hulled 99.90% Purity | $820–$1,050/MT FOB | 1 FCL (20 MT) | 25 kg PP bag / 50 kg PP bag | FFA <1.5%, moisture <6%. GCC, China, Southeast Asia markets. |
| Natural (Unhulled) Sesame Seeds | $700–$920/MT FOB | 1 FCL (20 MT) | 50 kg PP bag | For oil pressing and processing. Moisture <7%, purity 98%+. |
* Prices are indicative FOB rates. CIF, CFR, and DAP pricing available on request. Formal quotes confirmed within 24 hours.
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Transit Times by Destination
Export ports: Port Sudan (SDPZU) · Lead time from confirmed PO: 7–21 days
What Affects the Price
Seasonality: Sudan sesame harvest runs September–November. New-season stock available from October. Best pricing available November–February (post-harvest). Year-round supply maintained from cold storage. Advance contracts available for forward pricing.
Cool, dry storage. Temperature <25°C, RH <60%. Shelf life 24 months in original packaging.
Common Buyer Questions
What is the transit time for sesame seeds from Sudan to China?
From Port Sudan to Shanghai: 22–28 days. Lead time from confirmed PO to vessel loading: 7–14 days. GACC registration documents provided per shipment.
Why is Sudanese sesame preferred in Japanese and Korean markets?
Sudanese sesame (Gedaref origin) has naturally low lignin skin pigmentation, producing a whiter finished colour after hulling without excessive bleaching. Combined with high oil content (50–55%) and low FFA, it meets the strict specifications required by Japanese JAS-certified tahini and sesame oil processors.
What quality testing documents are available?
Standard documents per shipment: CoA (purity, moisture, oil content, FFA, heavy metals), pesticide residue test report, aflatoxin test (for applicable markets), microbiological test. Japan positive list compliance test available on request.
What payment terms apply to sesame seed orders?
LC at sight, T/T (30% advance + 70% against BL copy), or CAD. First orders typically LC at sight. Volume buyers with track record can negotiate T/T terms. USD pricing standard.