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Bangladesh: Sunflower Seed Market 2025

Sunflower Seed Market Size in Bangladesh

In 2022, the Bangladeshi sunflower seed market decreased by -20.2% to $X for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. In general, consumption, however, recorded a prominent increase. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Sunflower Seed Exports

Exports from Bangladesh

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was decline in shipments abroad of sunflower seed, when their volume decreased by 0% to X kg. Overall, exports saw a resilient increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 10% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X kg in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, sunflower seed exports totaled $X in 2021. In general, exports showed a pronounced descent. The smallest decline of -22% was in 2015. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands (X kg) was the main destination for sunflower seed exports from Bangladesh, accounting for a approx. 50% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to the Netherlands stood at -6.8%.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the Netherlands amounted to -6.3%.

Export Prices by Country

The average sunflower seed export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw a abrupt curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when the average export price decreased by -29.2% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for the Netherlands.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the Netherlands amounted to +0.5% per year.

Sunflower Seed Imports

Imports into Bangladesh

In 2022, overseas purchases of sunflower seed decreased by -19.5% to X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. In general, imports, however, enjoyed a resilient increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 400% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, sunflower seed imports declined sharply to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, showed a buoyant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 261%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Bulgaria (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of sunflower seed to Bangladesh, accounting for a 33% share of total imports. Moreover, sunflower seed imports from Bulgaria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China (X tons), twofold. India (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with an 11% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Bulgaria stood at +11.3%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (+27.2% per year) and India (+89.9% per year).

In value terms, the largest sunflower seed suppliers to Bangladesh were China ($X), India ($X) and Bulgaria ($X), with a combined 72% share of total imports.

India, with a CAGR of +84.5%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average sunflower seed import price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -1.8% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a pronounced descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 an increase of 86%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was India ($X per ton), while the price for Bulgaria ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Romania (+17.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for sunflower seed in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of sunflower seed consumption in 2021 were Russia, Ukraine and Argentina, with a combined 59% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Turkey, China, Romania, Hungary, Bulgaria, Palestine, France, Spain, the United States and Tanzania, which together accounted for a further 28%.

What are the largest producers of sunflower seed in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of sunflower seed production in 2021 were Russia, Ukraine and Argentina, with a combined 60% share of global production. These countries were followed by Romania, China, Turkey, Bulgaria, Hungary, France, the United States, Tanzania, Kazakhstan and Spain, which together accounted for a further 30%.

What are the leading suppliers of sunflower seed to Bangladesh?

In value terms, India constituted the largest supplier of sunflower seed to Bangladesh, comprising 81% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Myanmar, with a 13% share of total imports. It was followed by China, with a 3.5% share.

What is the average export price for sunflower seed in Bangladesh?

In 2021, the average sunflower seed export price amounted to $627 per ton, leveling off at the previous year.

What is the average import price for sunflower seed in Bangladesh?

The average sunflower seed import price stood at $2,571 per ton in 2021, dropping by -4.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sunflower seed market in Bangladesh. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

FCL 267 - Sunflower seed

Country coverage:

Bangladesh

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Bangladesh
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
5. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Yield And Growth
16. Exports And Growth
17. Export Prices And Growth
18. Market Size And Growth
19. Per Capita Consumption
20. Imports And Growth
21. Import Prices
22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
24. Area Harvested, 2012–2024
25. Yield, 2012–2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024