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Tahini Israel Market Overview 2026

Sub Product
Hulled Sesame Tahini, Organic Tahini, Whole Sesame Tahini
Derived Products
Hummus
Raw Materials
Olive Oil, Salt, Sesame Seed
Last Updated
2026-05-10
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
  • Israel Tahini market intelligence page includes 0 premium suppliers.
  • 5 sampled export transactions for Israel are summarized.
  • 17 export partner companies and 33 import partner companies are mapped for Tahini in Israel.
  • Wholesale sample entries: 0; farmgate sample entries: 0.
  • 0 export partner countries and 0 import partner countries are ranked.
  • Page data last updated on 2026-05-10.

Tahini Export Supplier Intelligence, Price Trends, and Trade Flows in Israel

17 export partner companies are tracked for Tahini in Israel. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to validate exporter coverage, partner quality, and route priorities.
Explore Tahini export intelligence in Israel, including 5 sampled supplier transactions, monthly unit-price ranges, and partner-country trade flow patterns for HS Code -.
Scatter points are sampled from 22.4% of the full transaction dataset.

Sample Export Supplier Transaction Records for Tahini in Israel

5 sampled Tahini transactions in Israel include date, origin, and partner-country context to benchmark export prices and supplier trading patterns.
Tahini sampled transaction unit prices by date in Israel: 2026-02-14: 1.81 USD / kg, 2026-02-13: 1.60 USD / kg, 2026-02-13: 3.23 USD / kg, 2026-02-05: 3.23 USD / kg, 2026-02-05: 3.23 USD / kg.
DateReported ProductUnit PriceExporterImporter 
2026-02-14PCK** ** ****** *** ** ****1.81 USD / kg (Israel) (United States)
2026-02-13PCK** ** ******* ***** * *** ** * * ***** **** ******* ** *** ***** ** *** ***** ** ****** ***** ** ** * * * ****1.60 USD / kg (Israel) (United States)
2026-02-13CAS** ** ****** * **3.23 USD / kg (Israel) (United States)
2026-02-05CAR**** ** ****** ** *****3.23 USD / kg (Israel) (United States)
2026-02-05CAR**** ** ****** ** ***** ******* ** ****** ** *****3.23 USD / kg (Israel) (United States)

Tahini Import Buyer Intelligence and Price Signals in Israel: Buyers, Demand, and Trade Partners

33 import partner companies are tracked for Tahini in Israel. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to analyze buyer demand, partner density, and downstream channels.
Scatter points are sampled from 100.0% of the full transaction dataset.

Sample Import Transaction and Price Records for Tahini in Israel

5 sampled Tahini import transactions in Israel provide date, origin, and trade-country context to benchmark price levels and demand-side trading patterns.
Tahini sampled import transaction unit prices by date in Israel: 2026-02-07: 2.53 USD / kg, 2026-01-22: 2.02 USD / kg, 2025-10-28: 2.08 USD / kg, 2025-10-06: 1.95 USD / kg, 2025-10-06: 1.95 USD / kg.
DateReported ProductUnit PriceExporterImporterOrigin 
2026-02-07ETH****** ****** ****** **** ****** ******* ****** ****2.53 USD / kg (-) (-)-
2026-01-22ETH****** ****** ****** **** ****** ******* ****** ****2.02 USD / kg (-) (-)-
2025-10-28ETH****** ****** ****** **** ****** ******* ****** ****** ****2.08 USD / kg (-) (-)-
2025-10-06ETH****** ****** ****** **** ****** ******* ****** ****** ****1.95 USD / kg (-) (-)-
2025-10-06ETH****** ****** ****** **** ****** ******* ****** ****** ****1.95 USD / kg (-) (-)-

Classification

Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormPaste
Industry PositionValue-Added Food Product

Market

Tahini in Israel is a staple sesame paste used widely in household cooking and foodservice, supported by established domestic manufacturing and branded retail presence. Israel’s tahini producers are typically import-dependent for sesame seed inputs, so upstream supply disruptions and price volatility in origin countries can translate into cost and availability pressure. The market operates year-round, with demand spanning retail jars/tubs and bulk formats for restaurants and industrial users. Trade performance and buyer acceptance are highly sensitive to microbiological controls (notably Salmonella) and to sesame allergen labeling compliance in destination markets.
Market RoleDomestic processed-food manufacturing and consumer market; import-dependent for sesame seed inputs; participates in export trade for packaged tahini
Domestic RoleCore condiment and ingredient in domestic retail and foodservice; sold in both consumer and bulk formats
SeasonalityYear-round manufacturing and availability; no agricultural seasonality at the finished-product level, but input sesame supply can be affected by origin-country harvest timing and logistics.

Specification

Physical Attributes
  • Smooth paste texture with buyer-defined viscosity/flow expectations
  • Color range from light beige (hulled) to darker tones (whole-seed and/or deeper roast)
  • Natural oil separation may occur; mixing/re-homogenization expectations vary by brand and channel
Compositional Metrics
  • Sesame content declaration (e.g., plain tahini often positioned as 100% sesame; formulations can vary by product)
  • Oxidation/rancidity control expectations (shelf-life stability)
  • Microbiological release criteria commonly emphasize absence of Salmonella in finished product and/or environmental monitoring outcomes (buyer/importer requirements)
Grades
  • Consumer retail packs versus foodservice/industrial bulk packs typically follow distinct buyer specifications rather than a single national grade system
Packaging
  • Glass jars
  • Plastic tubs
  • Foodservice pails
  • Industrial drums/IBCs for ingredient/bulk supply

Supply Chain

Value Chain
  • Sesame seed sourcing (often imported) -> receiving and sampling -> cleaning/sorting -> (optional) hulling -> roasting -> cooling -> grinding to paste -> (optional) mixing/standardization -> packaging -> metal detection/foreign-body control -> warehousing -> domestic distribution and/or export
Temperature
  • Typically shipped and stored ambient; protect from high heat and temperature abuse to reduce oxidation/rancidity risk and quality shifts
Shelf Life
  • Shelf life and sensory stability depend on oxidation control, storage temperature, and packaging; handling after opening (cool/dry storage and hygiene) affects quality
Freight IntensityMedium
Transport ModeSea

Risks

Food Safety HighSalmonella contamination risk in sesame/tahini can trigger recalls, import detentions, and abrupt buyer delisting; some importing markets apply heightened scrutiny to sesame-based products, making a single positive lot a potential trade-stopper.Use validated roasting/heat-treatment controls where applicable, robust environmental monitoring, supplier verification for sesame inputs, and lot-based microbiological release testing aligned to buyer and destination requirements.
Logistics MediumRegional security escalation can disrupt shipping schedules, increase insurance and freight costs, and introduce lead-time uncertainty for exports and for sesame-seed input imports.Contract flexible routing and freight options, maintain safety stock for sesame inputs, and build contingency lead times into customer service levels.
Regulatory Compliance MediumSesame is a priority allergen in many markets; labeling errors (allergen statements, language, nutrition format) or undeclared cross-contact can lead to rejection or recall.Implement label verification workflows per destination market and maintain allergen control plans with documented sanitation validation and supplier allergen declarations.
Supply MediumImport dependence for sesame seed inputs exposes Israeli tahini producers to origin-country harvest shocks, export constraints, and price volatility that can impair continuity or competitiveness.Diversify origin sourcing, qualify multiple suppliers, and use forward contracting and inventory buffers where feasible.
Sustainability
  • Upstream sesame seed origin traceability (imported input) for pesticide residue compliance and buyer sustainability screening
  • Packaging and waste-reduction expectations in modern retail channels
Labor & Social
  • Heightened reputational and due-diligence scrutiny for supply chains operating in/with Israel during periods of regional conflict; buyers may require enhanced screening of counterparties and facilities.
Standards
  • HACCP
  • ISO 22000 / FSSC 22000
  • BRCGS Food Safety
  • IFS Food

FAQ

What is the single biggest trade-stopper risk for tahini shipments from Israel?Food-safety findings—especially Salmonella related to sesame/tahini—are the most critical risk because they can trigger recalls, import detentions, and immediate buyer delisting.
What documents are commonly expected for importing tahini into Israel or clearing it through buyers?Commonly requested documents include a commercial invoice and packing list, a certificate of origin when needed (or when claiming preferences), product specifications with sesame allergen declaration, and—when required—microbiological certificates of analysis.
Is kosher certification required for tahini sold in Israel?Kosher certification is often relevant and frequently requested by domestic retail and foodservice channels, but requirements vary by buyer and channel; exporters should also check destination-market and customer program needs.

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