Sesame Seed (White & Black)
Sesame Seed (White & Black)
🌾 GOHER EXPORTS — PRODUCT SHEET
SESAME SEED (WHITE & BLACK)
Sesamum indicum | Premium Grade Pakistani Origin
1. PRODUCT IDENTITY & IDENTIFIERS
| Parameter | Details |
| Common Name | Sesame Seed (White / Black) |
| Scientific Name | Sesamum indicum L. |
| International HS Code | 1207.40.0000 (Sesamum seeds, whether or not broken) |
| Product SKUs — GOHER EXPORTS | |
| — White Sesame Seed (Bulk) | GHS-WSS-BLK-001 |
| — White Sesame Seed (Retail 500g) | GHS-WSS-RTL-002 |
| — White Sesame Seed (Retail 1kg) | GHS-WSS-RTL-003 |
| — Black Sesame Seed (Bulk) | GHS-BSS-BLK-004 |
| — Black Sesame Seed (Retail 200g) | GHS-BSS-RTL-005 |
| — Black Sesame Seed (Retail 500g) | GHS-BSS-RTL-006 |
2. TECHNICAL & BOTANICAL SPECIFICATION SHEET
| Parameter | Specification |
| Scientific Name | Sesamum indicum |
| Family | Pedaliaceae |
| Plant Type | Annual flowering herb |
| Plant Height | 50–100 cm |
| Seed Color — White | Ivory white, uniform |
| Seed Color — Black | Deep ebony black, uniform |
| Seed Shape | Oval, flat, tiny |
| Oil Content | 50–55% (White); 48–52% (Black) |
| Protein Content | 18–25% |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 5% (Export compliant) |
| Purity | 99% min (sortex cleaned) |
| Admixture | 1% max |
| FFA (Free Fatty Acids) | ≤ 1.5% |
| Foreign Matter | 0.5% max |
| Aflatoxin | ≤ 4 ppb (EU compliant) |
| Salmonella | Absent / 25g |
| Pesticide Residues | Compliant with EU / GCC / USA MRLs |
| GMO Status | Non-GMO (Conventional) |
3. TARGET EXPORT SPECIFICATIONS
| Parameter | Value |
| Target Moisture Limit | ≤ 5.0% |
| Peak Buying Window (Global) | October – February (Post-harvest fresh crop) |
| Peak Buying Window (GCC) | September – March |
| Shelf Life | 12 months (under cool, dry conditions) |
| Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) — Bulk | 20 Metric Tons (MT) per container |
| MOQ — Retail Packing | 1,000 units per SKU per shipment |
4. STANDARD EXPORT PACKING DETAILS
A. BULK EXPORT PACKING
| Pack Type | Weight | Packaging Material | Suitability |
| Jumbo PP Bags | 1 MT each | Polypropylene woven, food-grade liner | Container direct, industrial buyers |
| New Jute Bags | 25 kg, 50 kg | Hessian with inner PE liner | Traditional GCC & Far East markets |
| PP Woven Bags (Strong) | 25 kg, 50 kg | Multi-layer PP with lamination | Cost-effective bulk |
| Paper Bags (Valve) | 25 kg | Kraft paper with PE liner | EU / premium markets |
| Big Bags (FIBC) | 500 kg, 1000 kg | Heavy-duty PP, 4-loop | Direct container stuffing |
B. RETAIL PACKED PRODUCTS (GOHER EXPORTS)
| SKU | Weight | Pack Material | Labeling & Certifications |
| GHS-WSS-RTL-002 | 500g | Stand-up pouch (zipper) + outer carton | 12-language label, nutrition panel, barcode (EAN-13), batch no., expiry, halal cert logo, organic cert (if applicable), QR trace code |
| GHS-WSS-RTL-003 | 1kg | Stand-up pouch (zipper) + outer carton | Same as above |
| GHS-BSS-RTL-005 | 200g | Stand-up pouch (resealable) | Premium matte finish, dual-language (Arabic/English), halal seal |
| GHS-BSS-RTL-006 | 500g | Stand-up pouch (resealable) | Same as above |
Retail Packing Standards:
- Labeling: Compliant with GCC Standardization Organization (GSO) and EU Food Information to Consumers (EU FIC) 1169/2011
- Certifications available upon request:
- ✅ Halal Certificate (SGS / local Halal Authority)
- ✅ HACCP / ISO 22000 (as per buyer requirement)
- ✅ Non-GMO Certificate
- ✅ Phytosanitary Certificate (Pakistan Dept. of Plant Protection)
- ✅ SGS / Bureau Veritas pre-shipment inspection
- ✅ Organic (EU / NOP) — if from organic crop
- Barcode: EAN-13 or UPC-A assigned per SKU
- Language: Standard in English + Arabic; options for French, Chinese, Urdu
5. CONTAINER LOADING CAPACITY ESTIMATES — 40FT HC FCL
| Pack Type | Pack Weight | Packs per Pallet | Pallets per Container | Total Net Weight (MT) |
| PP Woven Bags | 25 kg | 40 bags (1 MT) | 20 | 20 MT |
| PP Woven Bags | 50 kg | 20 bags (1 MT) | 20 | 20 MT |
| Jute Bags | 25 kg | 40 bags (1 MT) | 20 | 20 MT |
| FIBC / Jumbo Bags | 500 kg | 2 bags (1 MT) | 20 | 20 MT |
| FIBC / Jumbo Bags | 1000 kg | 1 bag (1 MT) | 20 | 20 MT |
| Retail Cartons (500g × 20 pcs) | 10 kg/carton | 100 cartons | 20 | 20 MT* |
Note: 40FT HC standard loading volume ~ 76-78 CBM. Actual loading may be optimized to 21–22 MT depending on bag density and stuffing method.
6. PRICING & COMMERCIAL TERMS (GOHER EXPORTS)
| Term | White Sesame Seed (USD/MT) | Black Sesame Seed (USD/MT) |
| FOB Karachi | $1,450 – $1,650 | $1,800 – $2,200 |
| CNF Jebel Ali (Dubai) | $1,550 – $1,750 | $1,900 – $2,300 |
| CNF Dammam (Saudi Arabia) | $1,570 – $1,780 | $1,920 – $2,340 |
| CNF Hamad (Qatar) | $1,580 – $1,790 | $1,930 – $2,360 |
| CNF Kuwait | $1,590 – $1,800 | $1,940 – $2,380 |
| CNF Muscat (Oman) | $1,560 – $1,770 | $1,910 – $2,330 |
| CNF Bahrain | $1,575 – $1,785 | $1,925 – $2,350 |
| CNF Shanghai (China) | $1,500 – $1,700 | $1,850 – $2,250 |
| CNF Rotterdam (EU) | $1,600 – $1,850 | $1,950 – $2,450 |
Prices are indicative and subject to seasonal fluctuation, crop quality, sortex cleaning level, and global market conditions. Contact GOHER EXPORTS for firm quotes.
Payment Terms
| Term | Details |
| Standard | Irrevocable L/C at sight (confirmed) |
| For Repeat Buyers | 30% Advance TT + 70% against BL copy |
| For GCC Buyers | L/C or TT (mutually agreed) |
| For Spot / Stock-lot | 100% TT advance |
| Documents Required | Commercial Invoice, Packing List, BL, CO, Phytosanitary, Certificate of Origin (Pakistan), Halal Cert, SGS (as needed) |
7. PAKISTAN PRODUCTION PROFILES — SESAME SEED
7.1 Regional Production Map
| Province / Region | Districts / Areas | Type of Seed Grown | Contribution % (Approx.) |
| Punjab | Bahawalpur, Rahim Yar Khan, Lodhran, Multan, D.G. Khan, Rajanpur, Muzaffargarh | White (dominant), Some Black | ~45% |
| Sindh | Sanghar, Mirpurkhas, Umerkot, Tharparkar, Badin, Tando Allahyar | White (prime quality), Black | ~35% |
| Balochistan | Lasbela, Khuzdar, Awaran, Kech (Turbat) | White (rain-fed, high oil), Black | ~12% |
| Khyber Pakhtunkhwa | D.I. Khan, Bannu, Lakki Marwat, Karak | White, Some Black | ~8% |
Key Insight: The Sindh region (especially Sanghar & Mirpurkhas) is considered the premium sesame belt of Pakistan, producing the highest quality white sesame seeds with superior oil content and color uniformity.
7.2 Pakistan — National Production Snapshot
| Season | Estimated Production (MT) | Cultivated Area (Hectares) |
| FY 2022-23 | ~150,000 – 170,000 | ~250,000 – 300,000 |
| FY 2023-24 | ~180,000 – 200,000 (est.) | ~280,000 – 320,000 |
| FY 2024-25 | ~200,000 – 220,000 (projected) | ~350,000+ |
Pakistan's sesame production has been steadily rising with increased grower interest due to strong export demand and favorable pricing vs. cotton and corn.
7.3 Seasonal Production Cycles
| Activity | Season / Months |
| Sowing (Spring/Kharif Crop) | April – June (Main crop — accounts for ~85% of total) |
| Sowing (Autumn/Rabi Crop) | October – November (Minor crop — ~15%, Balochistan & KP) |
| Harvesting (Kharif) | August – October |
| Harvesting (Rabi) | February – March |
| Fresh Crop Arrival in Market | September – November (Peak supply) |
| Peak Export Season | October – March |
| Lean Season (Old crop only) | April – August |
8. PAKISTAN EXPORT PROFILE — SESAME SEED
8.1 Pakistan's Sesame Exports Trend
| Fiscal Year | Export Volume (MT) | Export Value (USD Million) |
| FY 2020-21 | ~95,000 | ~$130 M |
| FY 2021-22 | ~130,000 | ~$195 M |
| FY 2022-23 | ~160,000 | ~$240 M |
| FY 2023-24 | ~185,000 (est.) | ~$280 M |
Sesame seed has become one of Pakistan's top 10 agricultural exports, showing consistent double-digit growth.
8.2 Top Importers of Pakistani Sesame Seeds
| Rank | Country | Region | Approx. Share of Pakistan's Exports |
| 1 | China | East Asia | ~40–45% |
| 2 | Turkey | Eurasia | ~10–12% |
| 3 | Vietnam | SE Asia | ~8–10% |
| 4 | Saudi Arabia | GCC | ~6–8% |
| 5 | UAE (Dubai) | GCC | ~5–7% |
| 6 | Yemen | Middle East | ~4–5% |
| 7 | Oman | GCC | ~3–4% |
| 8 | Qatar | GCC | ~2–3% |
| 9 | Kuwait | GCC | ~2% |
| 10 | Bahrain | GCC | ~1–2% |
GCC PROPORTION: GCC countries collectively import ~18–22% of Pakistan's total sesame exports, making them a key and growing market.
8.3 Largest Exporters of Sesame Seeds Worldwide
| Rank | Country | Export Volume (MT, approx.) | Share of Global Trade |
| 1 | Sudan | ~550,000 – 600,000 | ~18–20% |
| 2 | India | ~350,000 – 400,000 | ~12–14% |
| 3 | Nigeria | ~300,000 – 350,000 | ~10–12% |
| 4 | Ethiopia | ~250,000 – 300,000 | ~8–10% |
| 5 | Myanmar | ~200,000 – 250,000 | ~7–8% |
| 6 | Pakistan | ~180,000 – 200,000 | ~6–7% |
| 7 | Tanzania | ~150,000 – 180,000 | ~5–6% |
| 8 | Burkina Faso | ~100,000 – 120,000 | ~3–4% |
| 9 | Mozambique | ~80,000 – 100,000 | ~2–3% |
| 10 | China | ~60,000 – 80,000 | ~2–3% |
Pakistan is now the 6th largest exporter of sesame seeds globally, rapidly climbing the ranks.
8.4 Largest Importers of Sesame Seeds Worldwide
| Rank | Country | Import Volume (MT, approx.) | Key Supplier Regions |
| 1 | China | ~900,000 – 1,000,000 | Sudan, Ethiopia, Pakistan, Myanmar |
| 2 | Japan | ~150,000 – 170,000 | India, Ethiopia, Pakistan |
| 3 | Turkey | ~250,000 – 300,000 | Sudan, Pakistan, Ethiopia |
| 4 | South Korea | ~100,000 – 120,000 | India, China, Pakistan |
| 5 | Saudi Arabia | ~80,000 – 100,000 | Sudan, Pakistan, India |
| 6 | UAE | ~60,000 – 80,000 | Pakistan, India, Sudan |
| 7 | USA | ~70,000 – 90,000 | Mexico, India, Ethiopia |
| 8 | Germany | ~50,000 – 60,000 | India, Ethiopia, Pakistan |
| 9 | Israel | ~40,000 – 50,000 | India, Pakistan |
| 10 | Egypt | ~60,000 – 80,000 | Sudan, Ethiopia |
9. DO GCC COUNTRIES IMPORT FROM PAKISTAN? ✅
YES — ABSOLUTELY.
The GCC region is a strong and growing destination for Pakistani sesame seeds. Here's the evidence:
| GCC Country | Imports from Pakistan? | Volume Trend | Key Application |
| 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia | ✅ Yes — Major | ↑ Growing | Tahini, Halwa, Bakery, Confectionery |
| 🇦🇪 UAE (Dubai) | ✅ Yes — Major hub | ↑ Growing | Re-export hub + Local processing (tahini) |
| 🇴🇲 Oman | ✅ Yes — Significant | ↑ Growing | Bakery, Oil pressing |
| 🇶🇦 Qatar | ✅ Yes — Moderate | ↑ Growing (food security push) | Tahini, Food industry |
| 🇰🇼 Kuwait | ✅ Yes — Moderate | ↑ Steady | Halwa, Sweets |
| 🇧🇭 Bahrain | ✅ Yes — Small but steady | ↑ Steady | Bakery, Confectionery |
GOHER EXPORTS Advantage: Direct FCL shipments from Karachi to Jebel Ali (Dubai), Dammam (KSA), Hamad (Qatar), Sohar (Oman), Shuwaikh (Kuwait), and Khalifa Bin Salman (Bahrain) with reliable transit times of 4–8 days.
10. CAN PAKISTANI SESAME COMPETE WITH COMPETITORS IN PRICE & QUALITY?
✅ PRICE COMPETITIVENESS
| Origin | Avg. FOB Price (USD/MT) | Freight to GCC | CNF GCC (Approx.) |
| 🇵🇰 Pakistan | $1,450 – $1,650 | $60 – $90 | $1,510 – $1,740 |
| 🇸🇩 Sudan | $1,500 – $1,700 | $110 – $150 | $1,610 – $1,850 |
| 🇮🇳 India | $1,600 – $1,800 | $90 – $130 | $1,690 – $1,930 |
| 🇳🇬 Nigeria | $1,350 – $1,550 | $200 – $300 | $1,550 – $1,850 |
| 🇪🇹 Ethiopia | $1,550 – $1,750 | $120 – $160 | $1,670 – $1,910 |
Verdict: Pakistan offers the best price-to-quality ratio for GCC buyers due to:
- Closer proximity = lower freight cost
- Competitive labor costs
- No transshipment delays (direct Karachi to GCC)
- Lower aflatoxin risk compared to African origins
✅ QUALITY COMPETITIVENESS
| Quality Parameter | Pakistan | Sudan | India | Nigeria | Ethiopia |
| Moisture (% max) | 5% ✅ | 6–7% | 5% ✅ | 7–8% | 5–6% |
| Purity (% min) | 99% ✅ | 97–98% | 99% ✅ | 96–97% | 98% |
| Aflatoxin Risk | Low ✅ | Moderate | Low ✅ | High | Moderate |
| Oil Content (%) | 50–55% ✅ | 48–52% | 50–54% | 45–48% | 50–53% |
| Seed Color Uniformity | Excellent ✅ | Good | Excellent ✅ | Fair | Good |
| Sortex Cleaning Available | ✅ Yes | Limited | ✅ Yes | Rare | Limited |
Verdict: Pakistani sesame consistently meets or exceeds international quality standards and is preferred by GCC buyers for its cleanliness, color uniformity, low aflatoxin, and fresh taste.
11. WHY PAKISTAN HAS AN EDGE IN SESAME PRODUCTION
| Factor | Pakistan's Advantage |
| 🌱 Agro-climatic Conditions | Ideal semi-arid climate with long hot days and cool nights — perfect for sesame oil accumulation |
| 🌊 Indus Basin Irrigation | Reliable irrigation from the Indus River system ensures consistent yield |
| 🧬 Genetic Diversity | Indigenous landraces with high oil content (50–55%) developed over decades |
| 👨🌾 Small Farmer Expertise | Generational knowledge of sesame cultivation, especially in Sindh and South Punjab |
| 🏭 Processing Infrastructure | Modern sortex cleaning plants, color sorting, magnetic separators, and de-stoners widely available |
| 🚢 Strategic Logistics | Short shipping routes to GCC (4–8 days), China (12–15 days), and Europe (22–25 days) |
| 💰 Competitive Labor Costs | Lower cost of production vs. India, China, and Turkey |
| 🛡️ Low Aflatoxin Profile | Dry harvesting and rapid drying reduce fungal contamination risk |
| 📈 Government Support | Export facilitation schemes, duty drawback, and SBP export refinance programs |
| 🌾 Non-GMO, Conventional | Naturally non-GMO — preferred by EU and GCC buyers |
12. HEALTH BENEFITS OF SESAME SEEDS
| Benefit | Details |
| 🦴 Bone Health | Rich in calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, and zinc — supports bone density and prevents osteoporosis |
| ❤️ Heart Health | High in unsaturated fats, sesamin, and sesamolin — reduces cholesterol and blood pressure |
| 🛡️ Antioxidant Power | Contains lignans (sesamin, sesamolin) — powerful antioxidants that fight oxidative stress |
| 🧠 Brain Function | Rich in copper, thiamine, and B-complex vitamins — supports nerve function and cognitive health |
| 🩸 Blood Sugar Management | High fiber + healthy fats — helps stabilize blood glucose levels |
| 🧬 Anti-inflammatory | Sesamin reduces inflammation markers — beneficial for arthritis and chronic conditions |
| 🔬 Hormonal Balance | Contains zinc and healthy fats — supports reproductive health and hormonal regulation |
| 💪 Muscle Recovery | Protein content (18–25%) + magnesium — aids muscle function and recovery |
| ✨ Skin & Hair | Vitamin E, zinc, and essential fatty acids — promotes glowing skin and strong hair |
| 🌙 Sleep Aid | Contains tryptophan and magnesium — natural sleep support |
13. CULINARY BENEFITS & SPECIALTIES
| Cuisine / Application | How Sesame Is Used |
| 🥘 Middle Eastern / Arabic | Tahini (sesame paste) — base for hummus, baba ganoush, halva; sprinkle on flatbreads and mansaf |
| 🍝 Asian / Chinese | Toasted sesame oil for stir-frying; white sesame for dim sum, bao buns, and sushi rolls |
| 🍜 Japanese | Gomasio (sesame salt), furikake (rice seasoning), sesame dipping sauces, teriyaki garnish |
| 🍛 Indian / Pakistani | Tahini in chaat, halwa puri, sesame chutney; black sesame in desserts and Ayurvedic preparations |
| 🥖 European / Mediterranean | Sesame seed crust on bread (bagels, brioche, lavash), crackers, pastry, biscotti |
| 🥗 Health / Vegan | Sesame milk, energy bars, granola, smoothie toppings, gluten-free baking |
| 🍯 Confectionery | Halva (sesame fudge), sesame brittle, Turkish delight with sesame, praline |
| 🍞 Bakery Industry | Burger buns, bread sticks, bagels, crackers, multigrain loaves, cookies |
| 🧈 Oil Industry | Cold-pressed sesame oil — gourmet cooking oil, salad dressings, drizzling |
| 🥫 Industrial | Tahini base for snack manufacturing, sesame flour for gluten-free products |
14. INCOTERMS & EXPORT LOGISTICS — GOHER EXPORTS
| Incoterm | Coverage by GOHER EXPORTS | Buyer Responsibility |
| FOB Karachi | Loading truck → Port terminal → Loading on vessel | Freight, insurance, destination charges |
| CNF (CFR) | All of above + Sea freight to destination port | Insurance, import clearance, destination handling |
| CIF | All of above + Marine insurance | Import clearance, destination handling |
| EXW (Factory) | Packing only | All logistics from factory gate |
Documents Provided by GOHER EXPORTS:
| Document | Provided |
| Commercial Invoice | ✅ |
| Packing List | ✅ |
| Bill of Lading (Original) | ✅ |
| Certificate of Origin (Pakistan) | ✅ |
| Phytosanitary Certificate | ✅ |
| Halal Certificate | ✅ (upon request) |
| Health/Free Sale Certificate | ✅ |
| SGS / Third Party Inspection | ✅ (chargeable) |
| Fumigation Certificate | ✅ |
| Certificate of Weight | ✅ |
| GMO-Free / Non-GMO Certificate | ✅ |
15. PORT DESTINATIONS IN GCC / GULF
| Port | Country | Transit Time from Karachi | Frequency of Sailing |
| Jebel Ali | 🇦🇪 UAE (Dubai) | 4–5 days | 2–3x weekly |
| Dammam | 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia | 5–7 days | Weekly |
| Jeddah | 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia (Red Sea) | 7–9 days | Weekly |
| Hamad | 🇶🇦 Qatar | 5–6 days | Weekly |
| Sohar / Muscat | 🇴🇲 Oman | 3–4 days | 1–2x weekly |
| Shuwaikh | 🇰🇼 Kuwait | 6–8 days | Weekly |
| Khalifa Bin Salman | 🇧🇭 Bahrain | 5–6 days | Weekly |
16. SUMMARY — WHY CHOOSE GOHER EXPORTS FOR SESAME SEEDS?
| Reason | Detail |
| ✅ Quality Assurance | Sortex-cleaned, color-sorted, metal-detected, lab-tested for aflatoxins & pesticides |
| ✅ Consistent Supply | Direct relationships with growers in Sindh & Punjab — year-round availability |
| ✅ Flexible Packing | Bulk (25kg, 50kg, 1MT jumbo) to retail (200g, 500g, 1kg pouches) |
| ✅ Competitive Pricing | Best price-to-quality ratio for GCC, China, and EU markets |
| ✅ Proven Export Track Record | Monthly FCL shipments to GCC and Far East |
| ✅ Full Documentation | All export paperwork handled in-house |
| ✅ Halal + Organic Options | Certifications available as per buyer requirements |
| ✅ Short Delivery Time | 4–8 days to GCC, 12–15 days to China |
This product sheet is for informational purposes. Specifications, prices, and availability are subject to change based on market conditions and seasonal variations. Please contact GOHER EXPORTS for the latest confirmed offers.
Document Version: 1.0 | Date: July 2026