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Oman: Sesame Oil Market 2025

Sesame Oil Market Size in Oman

The Omani sesame oil market rose remarkably to $X in 2021, with an increase of 8.5% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). In general, consumption posted a resilient increase. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Sesame Oil Exports

Exports from Oman

In 2021, approx. X tons of sesame oil were exported from Oman; with an increase of 46% compared with 2020. Over the period under review, exports showed resilient growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when exports increased by 835% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, sesame oil exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, exports saw a resilient increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 340%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

The United States (X tons) was the main destination for sesame oil exports from Oman, with a 69% share of total exports. Moreover, sesame oil exports to the United States exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Qatar (X tons), threefold. Yemen (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 5.7% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to the United States amounted to +7.6%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Qatar (+31.4% per year) and Yemen (+17.5% per year).

In value terms, the largest markets for sesame oil exported from Oman were the United States ($X), Qatar ($X) and Yemen ($X), together comprising 100% of total exports.

Qatar, with a CAGR of +27.4%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average sesame oil export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 7.2% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average export price increased by 381%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2017 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Qatar ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Yemen (+8.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Sesame Oil Imports

Imports into Oman

In 2021, approx. X tons of sesame oil were imported into Oman; with an increase of 14% against 2020. Over the period under review, imports saw a resilient increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 53% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, sesame oil imports expanded sharply to $X in 2021. Overall, imports showed a prominent increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by 59% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

India (X tons), the United Arab Emirates (X tons) and Lebanon (X tons) were the main suppliers of sesame oil imports to Oman, together accounting for 83% of total imports. Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Somalia, Turkey and Hong Kong SAR lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 16%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were in Saudi Arabia (with a CAGR of +87.6%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest sesame oil suppliers to Oman were India ($X), the United Arab Emirates ($X) and Lebanon ($X), with a combined 81% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Yemen, Saudi Arabia, Somalia, Turkey and Hong Kong SAR, which together accounted for a further 16%.

Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia, with a CAGR of +76.9%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average sesame oil import price amounted to $X per ton, stabilizing at the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.0%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when the average import price increased by 19%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was Hong Kong SAR ($X per ton), while the price for Turkey ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Turkey (+14.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for sesame oil in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of sesame oil consumption in 2021 were China, Myanmar and India, with a combined 49% share of global consumption. Japan, Turkey, Tanzania, Uganda, Nigeria, South Sudan, Saudi Arabia, Mexico, South Korea and Iran lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 30%.

What are the largest producers of sesame oil in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of sesame oil production in 2021 were China, Myanmar and India, together comprising 51% of global production. These countries were followed by Japan, Nigeria, Turkey, Tanzania, Uganda, Mexico, South Sudan, Saudi Arabia, South Korea and Sudan, which together accounted for a further 32%.

What are the leading suppliers of sesame oil to Oman?

In value terms, India constituted the largest supplier of sesame oil to Oman, comprising 65% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Lebanon, with a 25% share of total imports. It was followed by Yemen, with a 5.6% share.

What are the leading importers of sesame oil from Oman?

In value terms, the United States remains the key foreign market for sesame oil exports from Oman.

What is the average export price for sesame oil in Oman?

The average sesame oil export price stood at $2,643 per ton in 2021, which is down by -6.4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for sesame oil in Oman?

In 2021, the average sesame oil import price amounted to $3,392 per ton, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sesame oil market in Oman. 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 290 - Oil of Sesame Seed

Country coverage:

Oman

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Oman
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
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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
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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
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. 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 VOLUME AND VALUE
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. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024