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Last Updated
2026-04-19
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Tahini market coverage spans 62 countries.
- 1,068 exporter companies and 1,325 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 1,254 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
- 0 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 2026-04-19.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Tahini
Analyze 1,254 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Tahini.
Tahini Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Tahini to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Tahini: Egypt (+55.8%), Lebanon (+45.1%), Spain (-41.3%).
Tahini Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-05, benchmark Tahini country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Tahini transaction unit prices: South Africa (13.44 USD / kg), Ecuador (9.65 USD / kg), Japan (5.81 USD / kg), United States (5.18 USD / kg), Greece (4.96 USD / kg), 13 more countries.
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-05 | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| China | -2.7% | 72 | 2.46 USD / kg (9,883.5 kg) | 2.36 USD / kg (17,054.4 kg) | 2.68 USD / kg (35,370 kg) | 2.77 USD / kg (44,844.8 kg) | 2.61 USD / kg (33,288 kg) | 2.58 USD / kg (13,020 kg) | ||||||
| Jordan | +5.6% | 17 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 2.87 USD / kg (48,590 kg) | 4.47 USD / kg (94,710 kg) | ||||||
| Israel | -11.1% | 156 | 5.39 USD / kg (13,306.41 kg) | 3.64 USD / kg (60,678.508 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | 3.79 USD / kg (857,648 kg) | 3.87 USD / kg (287,848.64 kg) | ||||||
| United States | +5.4% | 138 | 9.74 USD / kg (4,572.23 kg) | 10.85 USD / kg (84,445.5 kg) | 11.02 USD / kg (232,610.03 kg) | 12.18 USD / kg (24,716.61 kg) | 2.52 USD / kg (454,734.256 kg) | 5.18 USD / kg (265,327.388 kg) | ||||||
| United Arab Emirates | +39.8% | 107 | 1.37 USD / kg (33,640.5 kg) | 2.31 USD / kg (29,174 kg) | 1.63 USD / kg (18,100 kg) | 3.43 USD / kg (26,452.8 kg) | 2.99 USD / kg (22,300 kg) | 1.55 USD / kg (36,312.6 kg) | ||||||
| Lebanon | +45.1% | 78 | 3.63 USD / kg (95,618 kg) | 3.75 USD / kg (22,142.9 kg) | - (-) | 5.92 USD / kg (206,650 kg) | 3.07 USD / kg (432,558 kg) | 2.73 USD / kg (310,348 kg) | ||||||
| Greece | +0.3% | 52 | - (-) | 4.56 USD / kg (745.5 kg) | - (-) | 6.23 USD / kg (22,461.75 kg) | 4.44 USD / kg (134,040 kg) | 4.96 USD / kg (206,093 kg) | ||||||
| Japan | +18.0% | 28 | 12.88 USD / kg (396 kg) | 8.37 USD / kg (132 kg) | 9.27 USD / kg (1,200 kg) | 8.11 USD / kg (3,235.2 kg) | 8.55 USD / kg (402.74 kg) | 5.81 USD / kg (3,312.04 kg) | ||||||
| India | -25.5% | 25 | 5.66 USD / kg (11,808 kg) | 5.60 USD / kg (-) | 4.12 USD / kg (2,052.144 kg) | 4.46 USD / kg (16,643.432 kg) | - (-) | 4.75 USD / kg (2,916.288 kg) | ||||||
| Egypt | +55.8% | 24 | - (-) | - (-) | 2.95 USD / kg (-) | - (-) | 2.46 USD / kg (86,054.4 kg) | 2.95 USD / kg (100,070 kg) |
Tahini Global Supply Chain Coverage
2,393 companies
1,068 exporters and 1,325 importers are mapped for Tahini.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Tahini, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Tahini Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
1,068 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Tahini. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Tahini Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 1,068 total exporter companies in the Tahini supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Taiwan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-18
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingDistribution / WholesaleTrade
(Egypt)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-07
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTradeFood Manufacturing
(Turkiye)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-04
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 501 - 1000 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
(Oman)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-18
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleRetailFood Manufacturing
(Turkiye)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-18
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: TradeFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Ukraine, Libya, Kazakhstan
Supplying Products: Tahini, Sesame Seed, Strawberry Jam +2
(Poland)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-18
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Tahini Global Exporter Coverage
1,068 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Tahini supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Tahini Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
1,325 importer companies are mapped for Tahini demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Tahini Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-18
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Services And Drinking PlacesFood WholesalersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Germany)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-18
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Qatar)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-18
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: OthersBrokers And Trade AgenciesFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-26
Recently Import Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Food PackagingFood ManufacturingFood WholesalersBeverage Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Cyprus)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-18
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Norway)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-18
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
1,325 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Tahini.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Tahini buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.
Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Tahini
Tahini Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Tahini wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Tahini wholesale unit prices: Ukraine (7.36 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-05 | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ukraine | 7.75 USD / kg | 7.37 USD / kg | 7.46 USD / kg | 7.51 USD / kg | 7.34 USD / kg | 7.36 USD / kg |
Tahini Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Tahini wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 1 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
Latest Tahini Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 5 Tahini wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
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| 2026-04-01 | Хал** ******* *********** *** * ********* * ******* **** | 3.52 USD / kg |
Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormShelf-stable paste
Industry PositionProcessed Food Product
Market
Tahini is a globally traded sesame-seed paste used both as a retail condiment and as an industrial ingredient (notably in hummus, dips, sauces, and confectionery such as halva-style products). Its upstream supply base depends heavily on sesame seed-producing origins across Asia and Africa, while processing and packing capacity is distributed across the Eastern Mediterranean/Middle East and major food-manufacturing regions. International trade can be disrupted quickly by food-safety incidents in low-moisture foods (especially Salmonella) and by regulatory non-compliance events tied to sesame seed inputs (e.g., residue findings), which can trigger recalls and import controls. Price and availability are also influenced by agricultural yield variability and geopolitical shocks in key sesame-origin corridors.
Market GrowthNot Mentioned
Major Producing Countries
- IndiaKey upstream sesame seed producer supporting global tahini manufacturing inputs
- SudanMajor upstream sesame seed supply origin; geopolitical instability can affect availability and export flows
- TanzaniaSignificant upstream sesame seed producer/exporter feeding international processing supply chains
- Myanmar [Burma]Important upstream sesame seed origin for Asian and global processing markets
- EthiopiaSignificant upstream sesame seed origin; logistics and policy conditions influence export reliability
- ChinaLarge sesame market with processing capacity; role varies between production, import demand, and value-added use
Major Exporting Countries
- IndiaMajor exporter of sesame seeds used as primary input for tahini; compliance and traceability influence market access
- SudanKey sesame seed export origin; conflict and port/logistics disruptions can tighten global supply
- EthiopiaNotable sesame seed exporter; supply variability and logistics conditions can affect consistent shipments
- TanzaniaUpstream sesame seed exporter relevant to tahini and sesame ingredient supply chains
- Myanmar [Burma]Exports sesame seeds; policy and FX/logistics constraints can affect trade reliability
Major Importing Countries
- TurkiyeMajor sesame seed import and processing market; important regional hub for sesame-based foods
- JapanSignificant sesame seed import market; high sensitivity to food safety and residue compliance
- South KoreaLarge sesame seed import market supporting domestic consumption and food manufacturing
- United StatesLarge consumer/import market for tahini-containing products; import controls intensify following food-safety events
- NetherlandsEU entry and redistribution hub for food ingredients and prepared foods, including sesame products
- ChinaMajor sesame seed import market supporting food manufacturing and retail demand
Specification
Major VarietiesHulled white sesame tahini, Unhulled sesame tahini, Black sesame tahini
Physical Attributes
- Smooth to slightly granular paste depending on grind and filtration
- Color ranges from light beige (hulled) to darker brown (unhulled/black sesame)
- Natural oil separation can occur during storage; stirring restores consistency
Compositional Metrics
- Buyer specifications commonly reference microbiological criteria appropriate for low-moisture foods (notably Salmonella absence requirements)
- Oxidative stability (rancidity) is influenced by seed quality, roasting profile, and exposure to heat/light/oxygen
Packaging
- Retail glass or PET jars
- Foodservice pails
- Industrial drums or intermediate bulk packaging for manufacturers
ProcessingRoasting intensity materially affects flavor development, color, and perceived bitternessMilling method (stone vs. colloid/roller) influences texture and viscosity
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Sesame seed sourcing → cleaning/sieving → (optional) dehulling → roasting → cooling → grinding/milling → (optional) blending/standardization → metal detection/foreign-body control → packaging → ambient distribution
Demand Drivers
- Use as a core ingredient in hummus and related dips/sauces
- Growth in plant-forward and Mediterranean/Middle Eastern cuisine consumption in retail and foodservice
- Industrial use in sauces, dressings, bakery and confectionery formulations
Temperature
- Typically distributed under ambient conditions, but elevated temperatures accelerate oxidation and quality deterioration
- Protecting packaged product from heat and direct light is important for maintaining sensory quality
Shelf Life
- Shelf stability is mainly limited by oxidative rancidity and quality loss rather than microbial growth, but food-safety hazards can persist in low-moisture products if introduced
Risks
Food Safety HighTahini is a low-moisture product where pathogens such as Salmonella can survive if introduced via contaminated sesame seeds or poor hygienic controls, creating recall risk and rapid trade disruption through import detentions and customer delistings.Use validated pathogen control steps (e.g., controlled roasting/heat treatment), hygienic design and sanitation, robust environmental monitoring, and finished-product/ingredient testing aligned to low-moisture food guidance.
Regulatory Compliance HighRegulatory non-compliance linked to sesame inputs (e.g., prohibited treatments or residue exceedances) can trigger border rejections and large-scale recalls, especially in jurisdictions with strict contaminant and residue enforcement.Implement supplier assurance programs, residue monitoring plans, and documentation/traceability sufficient for destination-market compliance; verify treatments used in post-harvest and processing stages.
Geopolitical Disruption MediumDisruptions in major sesame-origin corridors (notably conflict-affected or politically unstable regions) can reduce availability and increase price volatility for sesame seeds, tightening margins and forcing reformulation or sourcing changes for tahini processors.Diversify origin mix, qualify alternate suppliers, and maintain contingency inventories for critical sesame seed inputs.
Quality Degradation MediumOxidation and rancidity risk rises with poor storage/transport conditions and long dwell times, while inconsistent roasting or milling can cause batch-to-batch sensory variation that affects brand acceptance in retail and foodservice.Control roasting profiles and oxygen/light exposure, specify packaging barrier properties, and use sensory/chemical QC parameters appropriate to sesame-based spreads.
Sustainability
- Traceability and supplier verification in smallholder-dominated sesame supply chains
- Agrochemical and contaminant management in sesame seed production and post-harvest handling
- Waste reduction and packaging choices for shelf-stable spreads (jars, pails, drums)
Labor & Social
- Smallholder livelihood exposure to price volatility in sesame-producing regions
- Conflict and security conditions in some sesame-origin corridors that can affect safe labor conditions and trade continuity
FAQ
What is tahini made from, and how is it typically produced?Tahini is a paste made from sesame seeds. In industrial production it typically involves cleaning the seeds, optionally dehulling them, roasting and cooling, grinding/milling into a paste, and then packaging with foreign-body controls such as metal detection.
Why can tahini be associated with Salmonella recalls even though it is shelf-stable?Because tahini is a low-moisture food, Salmonella can survive if it is introduced through contaminated sesame seeds or inadequate hygienic controls. This can lead to recalls and import detentions even when the product does not support rapid microbial growth like high-moisture foods.
What are the biggest trade risks for tahini manufacturers relying on global sesame supply?The biggest risks are food-safety incidents (notably Salmonella), regulatory non-compliance events tied to sesame inputs (such as residue findings), and supply/price shocks caused by geopolitical disruption in key sesame-origin corridors.
Sources
Tahini Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
Explore country-level Tahini market pages for supplier coverage, trade flows, and price benchmarks.
Turkiye
United States
Germany
Mexico
United Arab Emirates
United Kingdom
Ethiopia
China
Egypt
Netherlands
Belgium
India
All country market pages: Turkiye, United States, Germany, Mexico, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Ethiopia, China, Egypt, Netherlands, Belgium, India, Australia, Israel, Italy, Canada, Bangladesh, Lebanon, South Africa, South Korea, Japan, Uganda, Greece, Pakistan, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Uzbekistan, Spain, Russia, Colombia, Brazil, Malaysia, Ukraine, Argentina, Ecuador, Thailand, Costa Rica, New Zealand, Panama, Bulgaria, Singapore, Bolivia, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Chile, Finland, Guatemala, Hong Kong, Kazakhstan, Sri Lanka, Liberia, Lesotho, Lithuania, Morocco, Malawi, Oman, Peru, Philippines, Portugal, Trinidad and Tobago, Taiwan, Vietnam, Zambia
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