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Pakistan: Sesame Oil Market 2025

Sesame Oil Market Size in Pakistan

In 2021, the Pakistani sesame oil market was finally on the rise to reach $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, consumption posted a moderate expansion. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Sesame Oil Production in Pakistan

In value terms, sesame oil production skyrocketed to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production recorded a noticeable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the production volume increased by 133% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2021, production growth remained at a lower figure.

Sesame Oil Exports

Exports from Pakistan

In 2021, overseas shipments of sesame oil were finally on the rise to reach X tons after two years of decline. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a significant contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 504% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, sesame oil exports soared to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt downturn. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Australia (X tons), Canada (X tons) and the United States (X kg) were the main destinations of sesame oil exports from Pakistan, together comprising 75% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Australia (with a CAGR of +242.0%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Australia ($X), Canada ($X) and the United States ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for sesame oil exported from Pakistan worldwide, together comprising 72% of total exports.

Australia, with a CAGR of +660.9%, recorded the highest growth rate of 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, growing by 123% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a buoyant increase. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Madagascar ($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 Australia (+122.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Sesame Oil Imports

Imports into Pakistan

In 2021, sesame oil imports into Pakistan soared to X tons, increasing by 459% compared with the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed significant growth. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, sesame oil imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, imports showed a significant expansion. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X tons) constituted the largest sesame oil supplier to Pakistan, accounting for a 77% share of total imports. Moreover, sesame oil imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Thailand (X tons), tenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from China totaled +65.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Thailand (+8.5% per year) and the United Arab Emirates (-15.3% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of sesame oil to Pakistan, comprising 73% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Thailand ($X), with a 6.3% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China amounted to +57.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Thailand (+1.7% per year) and the United Arab Emirates (-7.7% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average sesame oil import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, reducing by -47.3% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a noticeable setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when the average import price increased by 99%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then shrank rapidly in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while the price for Thailand ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+18.5%), 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 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. These countries were followed by Japan, Turkey, Tanzania, Uganda, Nigeria, South Sudan, Saudi Arabia, Mexico, South Korea and Iran, which together accounted for 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 accounting for 51% of global production. Japan, Nigeria, Turkey, Tanzania, Uganda, Mexico, South Sudan, Saudi Arabia, South Korea and Sudan lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 32%.

What are the leading suppliers of sesame oil to Pakistan?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of sesame oil to Pakistan, comprising 92% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Thailand, with a 7.9% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of sesame oil from Pakistan?

In value terms, the largest markets for sesame oil exported from Pakistan were Australia, Canada and the United States, with a combined 82% share of total exports.

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

The average sesame oil export price stood at $4,632 per ton in 2021, shrinking by -29.7% against the previous year.

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

The average sesame oil import price stood at $988 per ton in 2021, dropping by -58.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sesame oil market in Pakistan. 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:

Pakistan

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

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1. INTRODUCTION

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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
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5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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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
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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