Derived Products
Roasted Watermelon Seeds, Watermelon Seed Oil
HS Code
120770
Last Updated
2026-06-23
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Watermelon Seeds market coverage spans 134 countries.
- 1,134 exporter companies and 1,438 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 5,857 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 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 2026-06-23.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Watermelon Seeds
Analyze 5,857 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Watermelon Seeds.
Watermelon Seeds Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Watermelon Seeds to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Watermelon Seeds: Vietnam (-97.2%), Italy (+89.8%), Brazil (-72.5%).
Watermelon Seeds Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-07, benchmark Watermelon Seeds country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-12, countries with visible Watermelon Seeds transaction unit prices: Israel (2402.25 USD / kg), Spain (1560.26 USD / kg), United States (1418.75 USD / kg), Chile (1016.14 USD / kg), France (945.32 USD / kg), 11 more countries.
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | +47.3% | 2,685 | 92.69 USD / kg (54,101.072 kg) | 52.89 USD / kg (61,398.89 kg) | 89.57 USD / kg (84,743.312 kg) | 56.70 USD / kg (28,009.176 kg) | 48.97 USD / kg (20,239.984 kg) | 61.66 USD / kg (52,143.774 kg) | ||||||
| United States | -24.8% | 671 | 918.79 USD / kg (2,627.51 kg) | 1168.37 USD / kg (2,207.302 kg) | 1454.51 USD / kg (866.852 kg) | 1017.90 USD / kg (13,972.699 kg) | 714.46 USD / kg (12,649.516 kg) | 1418.75 USD / kg (1,019.514 kg) | ||||||
| Peru | +7.2% | 459 | 898.30 USD / kg (8,410.103 kg) | 583.45 USD / kg (2,877.029 kg) | 418.50 USD / kg (4,425.494 kg) | 532.26 USD / kg (3,595.045 kg) | 422.98 USD / kg (118,898.317 kg) | 522.62 USD / kg (2,233.346 kg) | ||||||
| Thailand | +5.0% | 437 | 183.71 USD / kg (3,847.267 kg) | 216.85 USD / kg (2,175.586 kg) | 154.35 USD / kg (5,466.831 kg) | 127.02 USD / kg (48,297.749 kg) | 115.61 USD / kg (23,088.66 kg) | 142.54 USD / kg (4,812.612 kg) | ||||||
| Netherlands | +40.8% | 404 | 1712.02 USD / kg (134.379 kg) | 1457.75 USD / kg (835.16 kg) | 1019.31 USD / kg (770.968 kg) | 635.13 USD / kg (2,651.055 kg) | 776.88 USD / kg (3,498.463 kg) | 821.22 USD / kg (2,417.872 kg) | ||||||
| Israel | +21.4% | 203 | - (-) | 12.30 USD / kg (205.436 kg) | 663.77 USD / kg (1,209.597 kg) | 2308.31 USD / kg (578.982 kg) | 2510.93 USD / kg (20,268.887 kg) | 2402.25 USD / kg (259.81 kg) | ||||||
| Chile | -5.7% | 154 | 880.82 USD / kg (139.034 kg) | 916.05 USD / kg (2,512.201 kg) | 821.68 USD / kg (4,237.088 kg) | 652.29 USD / kg (16,250.994 kg) | 2151.96 USD / kg (196.654 kg) | 1016.14 USD / kg (230.462 kg) | ||||||
| France | -15.6% | 140 | 693.03 USD / kg (1,249.44 kg) | 722.05 USD / kg (463.326 kg) | 1032.49 USD / kg (51.91 kg) | 931.91 USD / kg (651.407 kg) | 691.80 USD / kg (159.526 kg) | 945.32 USD / kg (193.125 kg) | ||||||
| United Arab Emirates | -51.5% | 20 | 0.57 USD / kg (4,090,468.375 kg) | 1.26 USD / kg (900,000 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Sudan | -30.1% | 17 | 0.56 USD / kg (4,434,480.026 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Watermelon Seeds Global Supply Chain Coverage
2,572 companies
1,134 exporters and 1,438 importers are mapped for Watermelon Seeds.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Watermelon Seeds, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Watermelon Seeds Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
1,134 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Watermelon Seeds. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Watermelon Seeds Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners
1 premium Watermelon Seeds suppliers include country, industry, and contactability signals to prioritize credible export partners faster.
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India
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Watermelon Seeds Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 1,134 total exporter companies in the Watermelon Seeds supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Sudan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-23
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-09-15
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 500M - 1B
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingOthers
(Netherlands)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-27
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Crop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
(Netherlands)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-19
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Israel)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-15
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Crop ProductionOthers
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-21
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Crop ProductionFood ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
Watermelon Seeds Global Exporter Coverage
1,134 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Watermelon Seeds supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Watermelon Seeds opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.
Top Exporting Countries for Watermelon Seeds (HS Code 120770) in 2024
For Watermelon Seeds in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Netherlands | 1,051,220 kg | 81,805,020.64 USD |
| 2 | United States | 516,167 kg | 65,834,388 USD |
| 3 | Thailand | 161,211.34 kg | 25,614,020.07 USD |
| 4 | India | 1,581,773.805 kg | 12,861,095.408 USD |
| 5 | Egypt | 17,866.639 kg | 8,868,244 USD |
| 6 | Spain | 7,469.307 kg | 7,317,742.21 USD |
| 7 | Chile | 7,210.001 kg | 4,771,367.51 USD |
| 8 | Israel | 6,571.873 kg | 3,262,000 USD |
| 9 | Turkiye | 189,849 kg | 3,120,296 USD |
| 10 | Brazil | 10,196.487 kg | 2,703,531 USD |
Watermelon Seeds Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
Track Watermelon Seeds exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.
Watermelon Seeds Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
1,438 importer companies are mapped for Watermelon Seeds demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Watermelon Seeds Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 1,438 total importer companies tracked for Watermelon Seeds. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Turkiye)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-23
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesCrop Production
Value Chain Roles: -
(Pakistan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-05
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Crop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood PackagingOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Kyrgyzstan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-23
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Pakistan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-29
Recently Import Partner Companies: 4
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 50M - 100M
Industries: Crop Production
Value Chain Roles: -
(Japan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-09-13
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 5M - 10M
Industries: Crop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Panama)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-15
Recently Import Partner Companies: 6
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Crop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
1,438 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Watermelon Seeds.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Watermelon Seeds (HS Code 120770) in 2024
For Watermelon Seeds in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | India | 86,263,967.76 kg | 166,261,050.267 USD |
| 2 | Netherlands | 281,248 kg | 54,189,093.064 USD |
| 3 | United States | 260,073 kg | 48,907,667 USD |
| 4 | Brazil | 55,615 kg | 30,313,036 USD |
| 5 | Spain | 29,847.96 kg | 18,077,747.225 USD |
| 6 | Turkiye | 67,275 kg | 13,201,071 USD |
| 7 | Guatemala | 7,190 kg | 10,769,267 USD |
| 8 | Italy | 93,420 kg | 8,556,319.28 USD |
| 9 | Thailand | 1,001,935.828 kg | 5,066,265.06 USD |
| 10 | Ukraine | 22,936.514 kg | 4,758,006.05 USD |
Watermelon Seeds Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
Analyze Watermelon Seeds origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.
Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Watermelon Seeds
Watermelon Seeds Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Watermelon Seeds wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-12, countries with visible Watermelon Seeds wholesale unit prices: Spain (1.33 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spain | 0.76 USD / kg | 0.58 USD / kg | 0.51 USD / kg | 0.53 USD / kg | 1.15 USD / kg | 1.33 USD / kg |
Watermelon Seeds Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Watermelon Seeds wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 1 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spain | 1.07 USD / kg | 0.47 USD / kg | 1.67 USD / kg | +3.0% |
Latest Watermelon Seeds Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 5 Watermelon Seeds wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
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|---|---|---|---|
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Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormDried
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupEdible seeds (cucurbit seeds) / oilseed category in HS nomenclature
Scientific NameCitrullus lanatus
PerishabilityLow (as a low-moisture commodity), with quality risk driven by moisture pickup, mold growth, insect infestation, and rancidity.
Growing Conditions
- Warm-season annual cucurbit crop; frost-sensitive.
- Egusi seed melon has been reported to mature in roughly 120–150 days under suitable conditions in some agronomic contexts.
Main VarietiesSweet watermelon types (Citrullus lanatus; seeds recovered from mature fruit), Egusi types (Citrullus mucosospermus; seed-focused production in parts of West Africa)
Consumption Forms
- Roasted in-shell snack seeds (often salted/seasoned in snack markets)
- Hulled kernels for ingredient use (bakery/snack mixes, ground seed uses)
- Egusi-style culinary use (seeds ground/pounded for soups and stews in parts of West Africa)
Grading Factors
- Moisture/drying adequacy and absence of mold
- Foreign matter and cleanliness (dust, stones, plant debris)
- Insect damage/infestation indicators
- Seed size/uniformity and visual defects
- Off-odors and rancidity indicators (especially for kernels/roasted product)
Planting to HarvestTypically harvested at full fruit maturity for seed extraction; egusi-type systems have been reported around 120–150 days to maturity depending on conditions.
Market
Watermelon seeds in global trade are commonly tracked under HS 120770 ("melon seeds"), a category that can aggregate multiple cucurbit seed types and uses (edible vs. sowing), complicating market transparency. Supply is linked to large watermelon-growing geographies (as reported in FAOSTAT’s watermelon series) as well as seed-focused production systems such as West African egusi types grown primarily for seeds. Demand is split between snack consumption (including roasted seeds in some Asian markets) and culinary use (e.g., egusi seeds in West African cuisine), alongside ingredient use in bakery/snack mixes. Despite being a low-moisture commodity, watermelon seeds carry outsized food-safety and quality risks (pathogen survival in low-moisture foods; mold/mycotoxins under poor drying/storage), which can drive shipment rejections and rapid trade disruption.
Major Producing Countries
- ChinaLarge watermelon cultivation base (FAOSTAT reports watermelon as a primary crop); watermelon seeds are also consumed as a snack in some markets.
- TurkiyeSignificant watermelon cultivation base (FAOSTAT watermelons series); potential seed availability where seeds are recovered from mature fruit.
- IndiaSignificant watermelon cultivation base (FAOSTAT watermelons series); seed availability typically tied to domestic consumption and processing.
- IranNotable watermelon cultivation base in FAOSTAT; watermelon seeds are also a traditional snack in parts of the region.
- NigeriaWest Africa is associated with egusi-type watermelon relatives grown primarily for seeds (egusi).
- GhanaWest Africa is associated with egusi-type watermelon relatives grown primarily for seeds (egusi).
Specification
Major VarietiesCitrullus lanatus (sweet watermelon types; seeds recovered from mature fruit), Egusi watermelon / egusi gourd (Citrullus mucosospermus; grown primarily for seeds in parts of West Africa)
Physical Attributes
- Seeds are typically smooth, flat, and oval; traded as in-shell seeds or as hulled kernels depending on end use.
- Food-grade lots emphasize uniform color/size, low foreign matter, and absence of mold damage.
Compositional Metrics
- Moisture/water activity control is a central buyer specification dimension for shelf-stable seed lots to reduce microbial and mold risks.
- Food safety programs commonly include testing/controls for microbial hazards in low-moisture foods and for contaminants such as mycotoxins where relevant.
Packaging
- Bulk: woven polypropylene sacks or multiwall bags with food-contact liners to reduce moisture ingress during shipping/storage.
- Retail/snack: smaller sealed packs (often for roasted seeds) emphasizing moisture/oxygen barrier properties to protect quality.
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Harvest mature fruit (seed-focused systems or seed recovery from fruit channels) -> seed extraction -> washing -> drying -> cleaning/sieving/air separation -> grading -> bagging/packaging -> export/import distribution
- Optional downstream transformation: roasting (often salted/seasoned) -> cooling -> metal detection/foreign-body control -> retail packing
Demand Drivers
- Snack seed consumption in parts of Asia (roasted watermelon seeds as a traditional/seasonal snack in some markets).
- Culinary use of egusi-type seeds in West African cuisine (seed-focused production and consumption).
- Ingredient use as kernels or ground seed in bakery, snack mixes, and sauces where culturally established.
Temperature
- Typically shipped and stored as a low-moisture product under ambient conditions; keeping lots cool and dry is critical to minimize moisture pickup, mold risk, and quality loss.
Shelf Life
- Shelf life is primarily driven by moisture ingress, mold risk, and oxidative rancidity; moisture-barrier packaging and humidity control are key levers.
Risks
Food Safety HighWatermelon seeds are a low-moisture food/ingredient that can still carry microbial hazards (notably Salmonella survival) and can develop mold and potential mycotoxin issues when drying or storage is inadequate; these hazards can trigger border rejections, recalls, or abrupt buyer delistings.Implement Codex-aligned hygienic practice for low-moisture foods, enforce validated drying and moisture-control programs, use supplier approval and lot-based microbiological/mycotoxin testing where relevant, and apply validated microbial reduction steps for ready-to-eat roasted products.
Trade Classification MediumInternational trade data often uses HS 120770 ("melon seeds"), which may aggregate multiple cucurbit seeds and end uses (edible vs. sowing), reducing comparability and increasing contract/specification disputes when buyers expect a narrower product definition (e.g., watermelon-only, edible-only).Specify botanical origin (Citrullus spp.), intended use (edible vs. seed quality for sowing), and whether product is in-shell or hulled in contracts and COAs; align documentation and labeling with importing-country customs practice.
Quality Degradation MediumMoisture pickup during storage/shipping can drive mold growth and off-odors; oxidation can degrade flavor in kernels or roasted products, reducing saleability even when lots remain legally compliant.Use moisture/oxygen-barrier packaging (liners, sealed packs), maintain dry warehouses and containers, monitor moisture at intake and pre-shipment, and apply inventory rotation and temperature/humidity discipline.
Regulatory Compliance MediumImport markets may enforce microbiological criteria and contaminant limits (including for low-moisture foods and for contaminants/toxins), creating compliance risk that is sensitive to origin handling practices and testing regimes.Map target-market requirements early, implement HACCP/GMP with traceability and corrective actions, and maintain documentation (COAs, sanitation, pest control, validated processes) consistent with Codex texts and local regulations.
FAQ
Which HS code is commonly used to track watermelon seeds in international trade statistics?International trade statistics commonly track watermelon seeds under HS 120770 ("oil seeds; melon seeds, whether or not broken"). This code can include multiple cucurbit seed types beyond watermelon, so buyers often need to specify botanical origin and intended use in contracts.
What is the biggest trade-disrupting risk for watermelon seeds?Food safety is the most critical risk: low-moisture seeds can still carry pathogens like Salmonella and can develop mold-related problems if drying and storage are inadequate. These issues can cause shipment rejections, recalls, and rapid loss of market access.
How does 'egusi' relate to watermelon seeds in global markets?Egusi refers to watermelon relatives (commonly cited as egusi watermelon/egusi gourd) that are grown primarily for their seeds in parts of West Africa. This creates a distinct seed-focused supply and demand channel that differs from seeds recovered as a byproduct of fresh watermelon consumption.
Sources
Watermelon Seeds Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: India, Netherlands, United States, China, France, Pakistan, Brazil, Japan, Peru, Egypt, Thailand, Uzbekistan, Israel, Turkiye, Tanzania, Italy, Kenya, Vietnam, Chile, Indonesia, South Korea, Ecuador, United Kingdom, Nigeria, Jordan, Costa Rica, Colombia, Saudi Arabia, Poland, Morocco, Sri Lanka, Philippines, Mexico, Senegal, Bulgaria, Ukraine, Spain, Serbia, Argentina, Kazakhstan, Denmark, Cyprus, South Africa, Germany, New Zealand, Australia, Taiwan, Austria, Ethiopia, Guatemala, United Arab Emirates, Canada, Greece, Portugal, Sudan, Hong Kong, Honduras, Belgium, Russia, Slovakia, Sweden, Hungary, Malaysia, Bolivia, Czechia, Lithuania, Uganda, Ghana, Zimbabwe, Cameroon, Zambia, Singapore, Bangladesh, Ivory Coast, Iran, Switzerland, Tunisia, Croatia, Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Burkina Faso, Bahrain, Benin, Bermuda, Bahamas, Bhutan, Botswana, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Estonia, Finland, Fiji, Gabon, Georgia, Gambia, Ireland, Iceland, Jamaica, Cambodia, Kuwait, Laos, Lebanon, Liberia, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Latvia, Moldova, Montenegro, Madagascar, Macedonia, Myanmar [Burma], Macao, Malta, Mauritius, Maldives, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nicaragua, Norway, Nepal, Oman, Panama, Paraguay, Qatar, Romania, Rwanda, Slovenia, East Timor, Trinidad and Tobago, Uruguay
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