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Hemp Seed Market Overview 2026

Derived Products
HS Code
120799
Last Updated
2026-04-16
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
  • Hemp Seed market coverage spans 133 countries.
  • 149 exporter companies and 120 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
  • 208 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 15 countries.
  • 1 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
  • Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 0.
  • Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
  • Page data last updated on 2026-04-16.

Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Hemp Seed

Analyze 208 supplier-linked transactions across the top 15 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Hemp Seed.

Hemp Seed Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum

Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Hemp Seed to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Hemp Seed: South Africa (+3191.5%), Poland (+301.3%), Lithuania (+183.6%).

Hemp Seed Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary

As of 2025-05, benchmark Hemp Seed country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Hemp Seed transaction unit prices: United States (15.08 USD / kg), France (11.80 USD / kg), China (6.28 USD / kg), Canada (4.85 USD / kg), Lithuania (4.80 USD / kg), 2 more countries.
CountryYoY ChangeTransaction Count2025-052025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-04
Canada-13.3%544.41 USD / kg (80,270.32 kg)6.70 USD / kg (71,734.011 kg)4.39 USD / kg (40,544.96 kg)4.23 USD / kg (20,412 kg)5.16 USD / kg (107,892.07 kg)4.85 USD / kg (127,067.65 kg)
India+14.8%311.17 USD / kg (137,600 kg)1.15 USD / kg (143,980 kg)1.18 USD / kg (82,800.002 kg)1.16 USD / kg (289,439.999 kg)1.63 USD / kg (118,090 kg)1.13 USD / kg (47,320 kg)
China-41.1%238.67 USD / kg (14,500 kg)7.68 USD / kg (24,200 kg)2.23 USD / kg (12,000 kg)5.51 USD / kg (76,996 kg)5.04 USD / kg (1,500 kg)6.28 USD / kg (35,568 kg)
Lithuania+183.6%39- (-)- (-)- (-)5.43 USD / kg (171,420 kg)5.51 USD / kg (171,460 kg)4.80 USD / kg (129,460 kg)
United States-1.1%3014.76 USD / kg (376.8 kg)21.03 USD / kg (93.28 kg)16.08 USD / kg (232.94 kg)19.74 USD / kg (16.34 kg)19.77 USD / kg (-)15.08 USD / kg (160.41 kg)
Germany-10- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)2.45 USD / kg (20,708 kg)
Poland+301.3%424.03 USD / kg (86.4 kg)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)
Ukraine+29.5%22.56 USD / kg (90 kg)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)
Ecuador-3- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)
Uruguay-2- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)
Hemp Seed Global Supply Chain Coverage
269 companies
149 exporters and 120 importers are mapped for Hemp Seed.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Hemp Seed, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.

Hemp Seed Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals

149 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Hemp Seed. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.

Hemp Seed Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners

1 premium Hemp Seed suppliers include country, industry, and contactability signals to prioritize credible export partners faster.
IHS Crops SA
Argentina
Crop Production
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Hemp Seed Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles

Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 149 total exporter companies in the Hemp Seed supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Industries: OthersCrop Production
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / Wholesale
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Hemp Seed
(Canada)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-09-21
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Hemp Seed
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Industries: Crop ProductionBrokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingTrade
(South Africa)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-10-02
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: OthersFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Others
Exporting Countries: Malawi, Namibia
Supplying Products: Hemp Seed, Sparkling Natural Mineral Water, Honey
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-08-10
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Crop Production
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing
(France)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-04-17
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: OthersCrop Production
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing
Hemp Seed Global Exporter Coverage
149 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Hemp Seed supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Hemp Seed opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.

Top Exporting Countries for Hemp Seed (HS Code 120799) in 2024

For Hemp Seed in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
RankCountryVolumeValueReport
1Paraguay69,804,800 kg153,450,497.5 USDView →
2Canada6,701,309 kg55,130,008.868 USDView →
3Ukraine17,791,319 kg38,298,790.43 USDView →
4Burkina Faso69,536,677 kg26,926,279.105 USDView →
5Bolivia11,255,316.33 kg25,541,968.99 USDView →
6Mexico6,405,915 kg24,942,497 USDView →
7India13,181,726 kg23,943,124.909 USDView →
8Lithuania2,727,284.605 kg17,540,434 USDView →
9United States4,874,774 kg17,348,104 USDView →
10Hungary28,949,527.8 kg16,284,814 USDView →

Hemp Seed Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary

Track Hemp Seed exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.

Hemp Seed Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks

120 importer companies are mapped for Hemp Seed demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.

Hemp Seed Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners

Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 120 total importer companies tracked for Hemp Seed. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Argentina)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Crop Production
Value Chain Roles: -
(Denmark)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Animal ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Industries: Food WholesalersOnline Retail And FulfillmentOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Crop Production
Value Chain Roles: -
(Armenia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-10-26
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food ManufacturingBeverage ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
120 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Hemp Seed.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Hemp Seed buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.

Top Import Demand Countries for Hemp Seed (HS Code 120799) in 2024

For Hemp Seed in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
RankCountryVolumeValueReport
1Germany27,556,002.705 kg88,733,662.678 USDView →
2India103,160,352 kg60,589,822.594 USDView →
3South Korea25,031,080.602 kg52,949,687 USDView →
4Netherlands17,764,579.087 kg51,597,803.888 USDView →
5Mexico12,761,780 kg39,622,067 USDView →
6Italy11,005,938.38 kg27,489,796.699 USDView →
7Canada8,397,138.957 kg27,354,879.598 USDView →
8Romania6,462,343.963 kg18,308,125.39 USDView →
9Australia5,979,678.763 kg17,944,994.47 USDView →
10Sweden7,911,172.229 kg17,497,856.111 USDView →

Hemp Seed Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary

Analyze Hemp Seed origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.

Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Hemp Seed

Hemp Seed Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country

Monthly Hemp Seed wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Hemp Seed wholesale unit prices: Ukraine (5.84 USD / kg), India (1.11 USD / kg).
Country2025-052025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-04
India0.96 USD / kg0.95 USD / kg0.93 USD / kg0.71 USD / kg-1.11 USD / kg
Ukraine5.48 USD / kg5.48 USD / kg5.69 USD / kg5.74 USD / kg5.76 USD / kg5.84 USD / kg

Hemp Seed Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries

Compare Hemp Seed wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 2 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
RankCountryAverageLowerUpperYoYReport
1India1.00 USD / kg0.71 USD / kg1.23 USD / kg+28.8%View →
2Ukraine5.72 USD / kg5.44 USD / kg6.05 USD / kg+4.9%View →

Latest Hemp Seed Wholesale Export Price Updates

Use the latest 5 Hemp Seed wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
DateEntry NameUnit Price (USD) 
2026-04-01Ядр* ******* *** * ******* * ******* ****5.97 USD / kg
2026-03-01SUN**** * ************ *********** ******* *********88.26 USD / kg
2026-03-01SUN**** * ************ ********* ******* *********118.34 USD / kg
2025-07-01SUN**** * ************ ************* ******* ***** ****127.15 USD / kg
2025-06-01Ядр* ******* *** * ******* ********* * ******* ****5.48 USD / kg

Classification

Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormDried
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product

Raw Material

Commodity GroupOilseed / edible seed
Scientific NameCannabis sativa L.
PerishabilityMedium
Growing Conditions
  • Best adapted to well-drained soils; poorly suited to wet or heavy clay soils.
  • Common agronomic guidance targets near-neutral soil pH (often cited around pH 6.0–7.0) and planting after frost risk for direct-seeded grain/seed crops.
Main VarietiesIndustrial hemp (low-THC cultivars)
Consumption Forms
  • Whole hemp seed (food inclusion or further processing)
  • Hulled hemp seed ("hemp hearts")
  • Cold-pressed hemp seed oil
  • Press cake/meal milled into protein flour/powder
Grading Factors
  • Moisture (drying and safe storage condition)
  • Foreign matter/cleanliness and damaged seed
  • Microbiological status (buyer-specific)
  • Compliance with destination-market contaminant thresholds for Δ9-THC equivalents (where regulated)

Market

Hemp seed (industrial hemp oilseed) is a globally traded edible seed used whole or hulled and as an input for cold-pressed oil and protein-rich milled products. Trade visibility is structurally limited because hemp seeds are not consistently identified by a dedicated 6‑digit HS code, so global totals and country rankings vary by national classifications. UNCTAD’s analysis using national sources indicates hemp oil seed is the most valuable hemp product by export value, with Canada highlighted as a leading exporter, while European production is concentrated (notably France within the EU). Market access and pricing are strongly influenced by regulatory compliance (THC as a contaminant threshold, import licensing/authorization for seeds) and by post-harvest quality management (drying and cleanliness to prevent spoilage).
Market GrowthGrowing (recent multi-year trend)expanding cultivation footprint in key producing blocs alongside increasing cross-border ingredient demand, but with inconsistent trade measurement
Major Producing Countries
  • ChinaFAOSTAT/UNdata reports hempseed production for China (hempseed item series coverage).
  • FranceLargest producer within the EU hemp sector; EU institutions and EIHA both identify France as the leading EU producer.
  • UkraineFAOSTAT/UNdata reports hempseed production for Ukraine (hempseed item series coverage).
  • RussiaFAOSTAT/UNdata reports hempseed production for the Russian Federation (hempseed item series coverage).
  • RomaniaFAOSTAT/UNdata reports hempseed production for Romania (hempseed item series coverage).
  • CanadaCommercial production base supporting Canada’s position in hemp oil seed exports (per UNCTAD) and regulated seed/grain supply chain.
Major Exporting Countries
  • CanadaUNCTAD identifies Canada as leading global exporter for hemp oil seeds (hempseed/oilseed trade measured via national sources).
  • FranceKey EU production hub; Europe’s hemp sector is production-concentrated in France, supporting export availability depending on national customs classifications.
  • RomaniaAppears among notable hemp seed export-share countries in UNCTAD’s hemp seed export-share discussion (shares above 1% cited for selected years).
  • LithuaniaAppears among notable hemp seed export-share countries in UNCTAD’s hemp seed export-share discussion (shares above 1% cited for selected years).
  • EstoniaAppears among notable hemp seed export-share countries in UNCTAD’s hemp seed export-share discussion (shares above 1% cited for selected years).
Major Importing Countries
  • United StatesIncluded among major import-reporting markets used in UNCTAD’s hemp seed-related product estimates; large consumer/ingredient market with defined hemp regulatory framework.
  • United KingdomIncluded among import-reporting markets used in UNCTAD’s hemp seed-related product estimates.
  • JapanIncluded among import-reporting markets used in UNCTAD’s hemp seed-related product estimates.
Supply Calendar
  • Temperate Northern Hemisphere (grain/seed hemp):Sep, OctExtension guidance for grain/seed hemp indicates harvest commonly occurs in September–October windows (variety and latitude dependent).

Specification

Major VarietiesIndustrial hemp (low-THC cultivars of Cannabis sativa L.)
Physical Attributes
  • Small oilseed with hull; traded as whole seed or mechanically dehulled ("hemp hearts") for food use.
Compositional Metrics
  • Delta-9-THC equivalents are regulated as a contaminant in some major markets (e.g., EU maximum levels specified for hemp seeds and hemp seed oil).
  • Post-harvest seed moisture is managed via drying soon after harvest to reduce mould and quality losses (grain/seed hemp commonly harvested at elevated moisture and then dried for storage).
Packaging
  • Bulk food-grade bags/sacks or super sacks for industrial users (cleaning, dehulling, pressing, milling).
  • Retail packs for hulled seed in consumer channels, often nitrogen-flushed where used to protect against oxidation (practice varies by buyer specification).
ProcessingCold-pressing produces hemp seed oil; press cake/meal can be milled into protein flour/powder depending on downstream specifications.Cleaning and dehulling are common value-add steps for human food applications; trace cannabinoid contamination risk is managed via harvest/handling cleanliness and testing.

Supply Chain

Value Chain
  • Harvest (grain/seed) -> cleaning (foreign matter removal) -> drying -> storage -> export in bulk -> destination cleaning/dehulling or oil pressing/milling -> packaging -> distribution
Demand Drivers
  • Plant-based protein and functional ingredient demand (hemp hearts, hemp protein powders, bakery and snack inclusions).
  • Edible oil demand for specialty/health-positioned products (hemp seed oil).
Temperature
  • Dried seed is shelf-stable but quality depends on controlling moisture and avoiding heat buildup during storage (oilseed heating/rancidity risk); prompt drying after harvest is emphasized in extension guidance.

Risks

Regulatory Compliance HighHemp seed trade faces a deal-breaker compliance risk from the product’s proximity to controlled-substance frameworks: importing markets may require licenses/authorizations for hemp seeds (especially non-sowing seeds) and enforce maximum levels for THC as a food contaminant. Shipments can be detained, rejected, or reclassified if documentation is incomplete, if seeds are considered viable for sowing without proper controls, or if THC-equivalent limits are exceeded due to harvest/handling contamination from resin-bearing plant parts.Contract to destination-market specs (e.g., EU THC-equivalent limits), implement validated sampling/testing and chain-of-custody documentation, and ensure correct import licensing/authorization and seed-viability controls where required.
Food Safety MediumAs a seed handled in bulk, hemp seed is exposed to contamination risks (foreign matter, microbial load) and quality deterioration if drying and sanitation controls are weak, increasing the likelihood of spoilage, recalls, or buyer rejections.Use HACCP-aligned controls in cleaning/drying/packing, monitor moisture and storage conditions, and enforce supplier approval and traceability for bulk lots.
Quality Degradation MediumHigh-oil seeds can heat in storage and undergo oxidative rancidity if moisture/temperature are not controlled, degrading sensory quality and limiting usability for premium food applications.Target buyer-specified moisture limits, manage aeration and bin monitoring, and shorten storage duration for premium grades.
Trade Data Visibility LowBecause hemp seeds lack consistent dedicated HS6 identification, global trade analytics can be incomplete or inconsistent across countries, increasing commercial risk around market sizing, benchmarking, and due diligence.Triangulate trade intelligence across national customs line data, UNCTAD analyses, and buyer-side procurement intelligence rather than relying on a single HS-based dataset.
Sustainability
  • Crop-rotation and diversification role in temperate farming systems (including organic systems), often framed as a lower-input option depending on region and end-use (seed vs fiber).
  • Climate and harvest-weather sensitivity for grain/seed quality (rain at maturity elevates mould risk and can delay harvest).
  • Measurement and transparency challenges: incomplete international HS coverage for hemp seeds can complicate traceability and market transparency in trade reporting.

FAQ

What is the single biggest compliance risk in international hemp seed trade?Regulatory compliance around THC: some major markets set explicit maximum levels for Δ9-THC equivalents in hemp seeds and hemp seed oil and also impose import licensing/authorization requirements for hemp seeds. If a lot fails testing or documentation requirements, it can be detained or rejected.
Why is global hemp seed trade data often incomplete or hard to compare across countries?UNCTAD notes that hemp seeds are not consistently captured by a dedicated 6-digit HS code in international trade statistics, so analysts often have to rely on national tariff-line classifications that aren’t fully comparable across countries.
When is the typical harvest window for hemp grown for grain/seed in temperate regions?Extension guidance for grain/seed hemp commonly places harvest in September–October (variety and latitude dependent), with harvest and drying practices focused on minimizing shattering losses and preventing mould during storage.

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