Production of Sesame Seed in Uganda
Sesame Seed is categorized under FAO code 0289 - Sesame seed, and the data is presented accordingly.
Production overview
In 2023, Uganda ranked #15 globally for Sesame Seed production, contributing 2.06% to global output. Uganda's total production for Sesame Seed was 140,000 metric tons in 2023.
Production trend chart of Uganda Sesame Seed
Uganda's production of Sesame Seed has remained stable over the past 5 years, with minor fluctuations between 2019 and 2023. The production was 144,000 metric tons in 2019 and 140,000 metric tons in 2023.
The production data for Uganda Sesame Seed is collected from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). The data is classified under the FAO code 0289 - Sesame seed, which represents a specific category within FAO's agricultural production database.
Please note that the FAO code grouping may not exactly align with Sesame Seed as defined in some markets, as the FAO may group products based on broader categories that include similar products.
Export of Sesame Seed from Uganda
Sesame Seed is categorized under HS code 120740 - Oil seeds; sesamum seeds, whether or not broken, and the data is presented accordingly.
Export overview
As of 2023, Uganda ranked #16 in global exports of Sesame Seed. Uganda accounts for approximately 1.02% of the total global export value of Sesame Seed, with an export value of 30,635,484 USD.
The top countries importing Sesame Seed from Uganda include World, China, Netherlands, Turkiye, Germany.
Export trend
The export value of Sesame Seed from Uganda has fluctuated over the past 5 years. It started at 32,739,415 USD in 2019 and reached 30,635,484 USD in 2023
The export data for Uganda Sesame Seed is sourced from UN Comtrade and official Customs databases of various countries. The data is categorized under the Harmonized System (HS) code 120740 - Oil seeds; sesamum seeds, whether or not broken, which covers a specific classification for Sesame Seed and related products in international trade.
It's important to note that the HS code classification may not always perfectly match the definition of Sesame Seed in certain markets, as HS codes often encompass a broader range of similar products.
Export transactions from 2025
Transactions in this market
282
Exporters
14
Importers
59
Major exporters of Uganda Sesame Seed in 2025
GREAT LAKES COFFEE UGANDA
Uganda
AGRI EXIM
Uganda
agri exim materials
Uganda
GULU AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT
Uganda
JINDI AGRICULTURE SCIENCE&TECHOLOGY DEVELOPMENT UGANDA CO LT
Uganda
Major importers of Uganda Sesame Seed in 2025
HENRY LAMOTTE OILS
Germany
KMC NUNGESSER
Germany
XIAMEN C&D COMMODITIES
China
DELPHI ORGANIC
Germany
KMC NUNGESSER
Netherlands
Historical export price trends
The export prices of Sesame Seed from Ugandahas remained relatively stable over the past 2 years. In 2024, the price ranged from 0.10 USD per kg to 2.92 USD per kg, while in 2025 it held steady between 0.10 USD per kg and 2.82 USD per kg.
The export transaction data for Uganda Sesame Seed is sourced from Bill of Lading (B/L) documents and customs reports. Tridge ensures data accuracy through human oversight and AI, handling missing values, outliers, and standardizing currencies and units. Note that price trends may vary based on country, product variety, or timeframe.
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