Sub Product
High Oil Content Castor Seed, Hybrid Castor Seed, Raw Castor Seed
HS Code
120730
Last Updated
2026-07-09
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Castor Seed market coverage spans 80 countries.
- 211 exporter companies and 143 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 1,048 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 8 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 2026-07-09.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Castor Seed
Analyze 1,048 supplier-linked transactions across the top 8 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Castor Seed.
Castor Seed Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Castor Seed to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Castor Seed: United Arab Emirates (-80.4%), India (-33.8%), China (+25.6%).
Castor Seed Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-08, benchmark Castor Seed country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2026-01, countries with visible Castor Seed transaction unit prices: China (3.35 USD / kg), India (0.11 USD / kg).
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | -33.8% | 1,001 | 0.12 USD / kg (5,341,590.025 kg) | 0.11 USD / kg (8,928,842.013 kg) | 0.12 USD / kg (10,882,974.975 kg) | 0.11 USD / kg (11,168,854.964 kg) | 0.10 USD / kg (7,451,620.024 kg) | 0.11 USD / kg (6,265,327.005 kg) | ||||||
| Ethiopia | +4.5% | 15 | 0.83 USD / kg (528,000 kg) | 0.84 USD / kg (160,000 kg) | - (-) | 0.83 USD / kg (464,000 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| China | +25.6% | 7 | - (-) | 5.00 USD / kg (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 3.35 USD / kg (22,888 kg) | ||||||
| Taiwan | - | 6 | - (-) | - (-) | 1.59 USD / kg (3,828 kg) | - (-) | 1.69 USD / kg (1,180 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Hong Kong | - | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Brazil | - | 7 | 2.39 USD / kg (24,000 kg) | 2.39 USD / kg (27,000 kg) | - (-) | 2.39 USD / kg (24,000 kg) | 2.39 USD / kg (36,000 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| United Arab Emirates | -80.4% | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 0.18 USD / kg (1,400 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Paraguay | +11.5% | 9 | 0.80 USD / kg (240,000 kg) | - (-) | 0.82 USD / kg (210,000 kg) | 0.82 USD / kg (90,000 kg) | - (-) | - (-) |
Castor Seed Global Supply Chain Coverage
354 companies
211 exporters and 143 importers are mapped for Castor Seed.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Castor Seed, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Castor Seed Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
211 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Castor Seed. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Castor Seed Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 211 total exporter companies in the Castor Seed supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Hong Kong)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-09
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-09
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleLogisticsTrade
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-09
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Logistics
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-09
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(United Kingdom)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-09
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesCrop Production
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-30
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Castor Seed Global Exporter Coverage
211 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Castor Seed supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Castor Seed opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.
Top Exporting Countries for Castor Seed (HS Code 120730) in 2024
For Castor Seed in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brazil | 514,639 kg | 7,116,412 USD |
| 2 | India | 3,572,747 kg | 6,166,848.814 USD |
| 3 | Myanmar [Burma] | 5,320,000 kg | 2,660,000 USD |
| 4 | Pakistan | 3,007,197 kg | 2,206,301.766 USD |
| 5 | Paraguay | 510,000 kg | 358,500 USD |
| 6 | United States | 53,641 kg | 46,000 USD |
| 7 | Guatemala | 15,466 kg | 12,178 USD |
| 8 | Italy | 249 kg | 3,457.123 USD |
| 9 | United Kingdom | 26 kg | 1,518.377 USD |
| 10 | Poland | 43.535 kg | 695 USD |
Castor Seed Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
Track Castor Seed exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.
Castor Seed Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
143 importer companies are mapped for Castor Seed demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Castor Seed Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 143 total importer companies tracked for Castor Seed. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-13
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Beverage Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Singapore)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-09
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Singapore)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-09
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Tunisia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-09
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Taiwan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-30
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Kenya)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-09
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
143 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Castor Seed.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Castor Seed (HS Code 120730) in 2024
For Castor Seed in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brazil | 510,036 kg | 362,999 USD |
| 2 | Thailand | 408,000 kg | 292,753.88 USD |
| 3 | Zimbabwe | 36,000 kg | 161,855.221 USD |
| 4 | Italy | 6,345 kg | 47,983.008 USD |
| 5 | Greece | 388 kg | 14,053.628 USD |
| 6 | Spain | 189 kg | 12,995.536 USD |
| 7 | Malaysia | 3,541.6 kg | 9,688.342 USD |
| 8 | South Korea | 4,982 kg | 6,122 USD |
| 9 | Sri Lanka | 9,105 kg | 5,179.319 USD |
| 10 | United States | 1,497 kg | 5,001 USD |
Castor Seed Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
Analyze Castor 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 Castor Seed
Castor Seed Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Castor Seed wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2026-01, countries with visible Castor Seed wholesale unit prices: South Korea (11.05 USD / kg), India (0.69 USD / kg), Thailand (0.64 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | 0.73 USD / kg | 0.72 USD / kg | 0.70 USD / kg | 0.72 USD / kg | 0.72 USD / kg | 0.69 USD / kg | ||||||
| Thailand | 0.62 USD / kg | 0.62 USD / kg | 0.61 USD / kg | 0.62 USD / kg | 0.63 USD / kg | 0.64 USD / kg | ||||||
| South Korea | - | 0.76 USD / kg | 0.70 USD / kg | - | 9.41 USD / kg | 11.05 USD / kg |
Castor Seed Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Castor Seed wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 3 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | India | 0.70 USD / kg | 0.59 USD / kg | 0.80 USD / kg | -1.2% |
| 2 | Thailand | 0.62 USD / kg | 0.60 USD / kg | 0.64 USD / kg | +4.8% |
| 3 | South Korea | 5.77 USD / kg | 0.70 USD / kg | 23.09 USD / kg | -21.8% |
Latest Castor Seed Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 5 Castor Seed wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
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Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormDried Seed
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupIndustrial oilseed
Scientific NameRicinus communis
PerishabilityLow (dry-storable), but quality is moisture-sensitive
Growing Conditions
- Warm tropical to subtropical conditions with sensitivity to frost.
- Well-drained soils; susceptibility to waterlogging in poorly drained fields.
- Seasonal rainfall patterns materially influence yield and seed quality in rainfed systems.
Consumption Forms
- Crushed/processed into castor oil
- Converted into industrial derivatives for polymers, lubricants, coatings, and specialty chemicals
- Meal/cake managed as a restricted byproduct and commonly used in non-feed applications such as organic fertilizer where safely handled and permitted
Grading Factors
- Moisture content
- Foreign matter/impurities
- Damaged or mold-affected seeds
- Oil yield potential (crush value)
Planting to HarvestAnnual crop typically harvested within the same growing season; timing varies by variety and local climate/agronomy.
Market
Castor seed is a globally traded industrial oilseed primarily crushed into castor oil and downstream bio-based chemical intermediates, making trade dynamics closely tied to industrial demand rather than food consumption. Global supply is highly concentrated in India, with smaller but strategically relevant production in countries such as Brazil and China; international commerce is often more visible in castor oil and derivatives than in raw seed shipments. Prices and availability tend to be sensitive to Indian growing-season weather (monsoon variability), acreage decisions, and domestic crushing/export pull. Because the supply base is concentrated and the market is relatively thin, short-term disruptions can translate quickly into price volatility and procurement risk for industrial buyers.
Major Producing Countries
- IndiaWidely reported as the dominant global producer and principal origin underpinning export availability for castor seed/oil supply chains.
- BrazilNotable producer with episodic export relevance; production levels and export presence can vary by season and domestic demand.
- ChinaProducer and processor with relevance to regional supply and industrial downstream demand.
Major Exporting Countries
- IndiaPrimary export origin for the castor complex (seed, oil, and derivatives), with trade flows often expressed via castor oil exports.
Specification
Physical Attributes
- Hard-coated seeds that require thorough drying for storage stability and to reduce quality deterioration during shipment.
- Contains ricin (a toxic protein) and potential allergens; seeds and meal are not suitable for food use and require careful handling controls.
Compositional Metrics
- Moisture level and foreign matter are commonly used commercial indicators for storability and oil yield potential.
- Oil yield potential (measured via lab methods or press tests) is a key buyer interest metric because the seed is primarily traded for crushing.
Packaging
- Bagged bulk formats (e.g., woven PP/jute sacks), often with moisture-protective lining where required by route and season.
- Containerized shipments may use desiccants and moisture management practices to limit mold/quality loss risks.
ProcessingTypically mechanically expelled and/or solvent-extracted to produce crude castor oil for refining and industrial downstream conversion.Castor meal/cake contains ricin and is generally managed as a restricted byproduct; it is commonly diverted to non-feed applications such as organic fertilizer where permitted and safely handled.
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Harvest -> drying -> cleaning/decortication -> bagging -> domestic crushing or export -> oil extraction -> refining -> industrial distribution (oleochemicals, polymers, lubricants, personal care/pharma inputs)
Demand Drivers
- Industrial and specialty chemical demand for castor oil and derivatives (bio-based intermediates used in polymers and performance materials).
- Lubricants, coatings, and greases demand where castor-derived chemistries offer performance benefits.
- Pharmaceutical and personal care demand for castor oil and functional derivatives (application-dependent specifications).
Temperature
- Typically handled at ambient temperatures; the critical logistics requirement is dry, ventilated storage and moisture control in transit to preserve crush quality.
Shelf Life
- Shelf-life performance is primarily driven by moisture and storage conditions; quality degradation often manifests as reduced oil yield and poorer crude oil quality after extraction.
Risks
Supply Concentration And Weather HighGlobal availability is heavily dependent on a concentrated origin base (notably India), making the castor complex sensitive to Indian growing-season weather variability and regional supply disruptions; in a relatively thin market, localized shocks can quickly transmit to global prices and availability.Diversify origin exposure where feasible, monitor India-focused crop and weather indicators during key sowing/harvest periods, and use contracted volumes plus buffer inventory strategies for critical industrial demand.
Toxicity And Regulatory Compliance MediumCastor seed and its byproducts contain ricin and can pose significant safety and compliance challenges across handling, processing, storage, and disposal; regulatory restrictions and buyer HSE requirements can disrupt trade execution if controls are inadequate.Implement supplier qualification and HSE audits, specify safe handling and byproduct management requirements in contracts, and require appropriate certifications and documentation for storage/transport compliance.
Price Volatility MediumConcentrated supply and limited substitutability for certain industrial applications can amplify price swings when crop expectations shift, affecting procurement costs and contract performance.Use structured procurement (multi-quarter contracting, price review clauses, and supplier diversification) and align procurement timing with crop cycle visibility.
Logistics And Quality Loss MediumMoisture ingress and poor storage/transport conditions can lead to mold, spoilage, and reduced crush quality, creating claims risk and supply shortfalls even when nominal volumes are available.Specify moisture/foreign matter limits, require moisture-protective packaging and container practices, and use pre-shipment inspection plus arrival testing aligned to buyer specs.
Sustainability
- Climate exposure in rainfed production systems, with seasonal rainfall variability influencing yield and quality outcomes.
- Byproduct and waste management challenges for toxic castor meal/cake, including safe handling, storage, and end-use restrictions.
- Agrochemical stewardship and soil health management in oilseed rotations to maintain productivity and reduce environmental impacts.
Labor & Social
- Occupational health and safety risks from exposure to toxic/allergenic plant materials and dust during harvesting, handling, and processing; PPE and training are essential.
- Smallholder-linked supply chains can face variable traceability and compliance capacity, increasing buyer due diligence needs.
FAQ
What is castor seed mainly used for in global trade?Castor seed is primarily traded as an industrial oilseed that is crushed to produce castor oil and downstream bio-based chemical intermediates. In many supply chains, international trade visibility is stronger for castor oil and derivatives than for raw seed shipments.
Why is supply risk often linked to India for castor seed?Global supply is highly concentrated in India, so Indian crop outcomes and export availability strongly influence global prices and availability. Weather variability and seasonal production dynamics in the main origin can therefore have outsized global impacts.
What quality parameters are commonly important when buying castor seed?Commercial specifications commonly focus on moisture and foreign matter (which affect storability and shipment performance) and oil yield potential (because the seed is mainly purchased for crushing). Buyers also pay close attention to safe handling requirements due to ricin-related toxicity risks.
Sources
Castor Seed Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: China, India, Ethiopia, Kenya, United Arab Emirates, Brazil, Mozambique, Pakistan, Italy, Paraguay, Thailand, Nigeria, Taiwan, Zambia, Vietnam, Singapore, South Korea, Turkiye, Uganda, Japan, Tanzania, United States, Indonesia, Zimbabwe, Peru, Sri Lanka, Madagascar, Morocco, South Africa, Algeria, France, Iraq, Nepal, Germany, Argentina, Malaysia, Colombia, Azerbaijan, Saudi Arabia, Australia, Belgium, Bulgaria, Bahrain, Benin, Botswana, Canada, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Republic of the Congo, Switzerland, Chile, Costa Rica, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Egypt, Spain, United Kingdom, Gambia, Greece, Guatemala, Hong Kong, Croatia, Hungary, Ireland, Iceland, Jamaica, Jordan, Kuwait, Luxembourg, Latvia, Myanmar [Burma], Maldives, Namibia, Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Serbia, Rwanda, Slovakia, Somalia
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