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Peru: Sesame Seed Market 2025

Sesame Seed Market Size in Peru

In 2022, the Peruvian sesame seed market was finally on the rise to reach $X for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, consumption posted a resilient expansion. Sesame seed consumption peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Sesame Seed Production in Peru

In value terms, sesame seed production dropped to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, the total production indicated a buoyant expansion from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +5.0% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, production increased by +5.5% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 29%. Sesame seed production peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

In 2022, the average sesame seed yield in Peru stood at X kg per ha, approximately reflecting the year before. In general, the yield saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 12% against the previous year. The sesame seed yield peaked at X kg per ha in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the yield failed to regain momentum. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2022, approx. X ha of sesame seed were harvested in Peru; waning by -9.8% on 2021. In general, the total harvested area indicated a moderate increase from 2012 to 2022: its figure increased at an average annual rate of +3.2% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, sesame seed harvested area increased by +12.2% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the harvested area increased by 26% against the previous year. The sesame seed harvested area peaked at X ha in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the harvested area stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Sesame Seed Exports

Exports from Peru

In 2022, the amount of sesame seed exported from Peru skyrocketed to X tons, picking up by 88% on 2021 figures. In general, exports showed a moderate increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 190%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, sesame seed exports soared to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a prominent increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when exports increased by 211%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons) was the main destination for sesame seed exports from Peru, with a 97% share of total exports. It was followed by the United States (X kg), with a 1.4% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Taiwan (Chinese) stood at +182.6%.

In value terms, Taiwan (Chinese) ($X) remains the key foreign market for sesame seed exports from Peru, comprising 95% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United States ($X), with a 1.7% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Taiwan (Chinese) totaled +202.0%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average sesame seed export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 8.5% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a slight expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the average export price increased by 118%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2018 to 2022, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Taiwan (Chinese) amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Germany (+32.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Sesame Seed Imports

Imports into Peru

In 2022, sesame seed imports into Peru expanded remarkably to X tons, rising by 11% compared with the previous year's figure. Overall, imports showed a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 66%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, sesame seed imports surged to $X in 2022. In general, imports enjoyed a prominent expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 114% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

India (X tons), Bolivia (X tons) and Brazil (X tons) were the main suppliers of sesame seed imports to Peru, together comprising 92% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for India (with a CAGR of +50.1%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest sesame seed suppliers to Peru were India ($X), Bolivia ($X) and Guatemala ($X), with a combined 88% share of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, India, with a CAGR of +48.0%, 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 2022, the average sesame seed import price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 5.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, recorded a noticeable decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average import price increased by 29%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Mexico ($X per ton), while the price for Brazil ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mexico (+0.9%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of sesame seed consumption in 2021 were China, Sudan and Myanmar, with a combined 46% share of global consumption.
The countries with the highest volumes of sesame seed production in 2021 were Sudan, Myanmar and Tanzania, together comprising 41% of global production.
In value terms, India constituted the largest supplier of sesame seed to Peru, comprising 70% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Bolivia, with an 18% share of total imports. It was followed by Mexico, with a 5.3% share.
In value terms, Taiwan Chinese) remains the key foreign market for sesame seed exports from Peru.
The average sesame seed export price stood at $2,777 per ton in 2021, reducing by -2.6% against the previous year.
In 2021, the average sesame seed import price amounted to $1,710 per ton, increasing by 8.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sesame seed market in Peru. 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 289 - Sesame seed

Country coverage:

  • Peru

Data coverage:

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

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This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
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  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
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While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCTS
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    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. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export

    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    7. Import Prices, By Country, 2012-2024
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    10. Exports Prices, By Country, 2012-2024
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply Vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply Vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    5. Trade Balance, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    6. Trade Balance, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
    10. Market Size and Growth, by Product
    11. Average Per Capita Consumption, by Product
    12. Exports and Growth, by Product
    13. Export Prices and Growth, by Product
    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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    23. Production, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    24. Harvested Area: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    25. Yield: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    26. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    27. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    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, 2012-2024
    32. Exports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    33. Exports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    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, 2012-2024

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