Seeds

Sesame Seeds

Whitish and mixed-grade sesame seeds sourced from Sudan and Nigeria for oil pressing, confectionery, and export tahini markets.

Botanical source
Sesamum indicum
Origin
Sudan · Nigeria
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Overview

Sudan is one of the world's largest sesame exporters, and Sahara works with vetted producers there and in Nigeria to source whitish and mixed-grade seed for buyers in oil processing, confectionery, and tahini manufacturing. Every lot is sampled for oil content and cleanliness before shipment.

Applications

  • Oil processing
    Cold-pressed and refined sesame oil production.
  • Confectionery
    Tahini, halva, and bakery seed toppings.
  • Food export
    Whole-seed export for retail and industrial food manufacturers.

Indicative Specifications

Exact certificates of analysis are issued per lot — request current pricing and availability for your volume.

Sesame Seeds — Typical Specification Range
Purity≥ 99%
Moisture≤ 8%
Oil content48–52% (variety dependent)
FormWhole seed, 50kg bags

Sourcing sesame seeds, or supplying it?

Sahara works both sides of the trade — tell us what you need and we'll follow up within one business day.

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