The global sesame seed import volume highlights China as the dominant importer, accounting for a substantial portion of the market. Minor variations were observed across countries; key increases include Mexico at 1.84%, Iran at 14.29%, and Kenya at 10.76%. Conversely, declines were exhibited in Japan (-1.04%) and Vietnam (-4.82%). There is a trend of steady or marginal increase in overall import volumes among many countries, signaling stability or restrained growth.
Future trends to watch include potential increases in imports from countries experiencing domestic sesame seed shortages or rising demand for sesame-based products. Additionally, trade policies and agricultural innovations could significantly impact import patterns and volumes.
Top countries in Sesame Seed Import Volume by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 941 | 2023 | +1.73% | +1.6% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Japan | 149 | 2023 | -1.32% | -1.04% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Togo | 106 | 2023 | +7.07% | +1.38% | View data |
| 4 | 4 South Korea | 68 | 2023 | -1.45% | -1.14% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Saudi Arabia | 52 | 2023 | +1.96% | +0.39% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Vietnam | 50 | 2023 | -1.96% | -4.82% | View data |
| 7 | 7 India | 48 | 2023 | 0% | -0.81% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Mexico | 46 | 2023 | +4.55% | +1.84% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Israel | 42 | 2023 | -2.33% | 0% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Iran | 39 | 2023 | 0% | +14.29% | View data |
