Commodity
Sesame seeds
Natural white and mixed sesame from Nigeria's northern belt.
Overview
Nigeria is one of the world's larger sesame producers, with most of the crop grown by smallholders in the north-central and north-eastern states. Sownar sources natural (unhulled) white and mixed sesame through cooperatives and aggregators in those regions, cleaned and dried at partner facilities before bagging. Sesame is our lead commodity and the one most buyers come to us for.
Typical uses: Oil crushing, hulling and tahini, bakery and confectionery.
Specification
Indicative specification
Trade-typical ranges for Nigerian origin. The figures in your contract are agreed per enquiry and tested against by an independent laboratory.
Grades: Graded by cleanliness and colour. Premium white grades command a higher price; mixed grades suit crushing.
| Type | Natural white / mixed |
|---|---|
| Purity | 98–99.5% min (per contract) |
| Moisture | 6–8% max |
| Foreign matter | 0.5–2% max |
| Oil content | 48–52% (indicative) |
| Admixture | 1–2% max |
| FFA | Per buyer spec |
Indicative. Confirmed per enquiry.
Packaging
- 25 kg or 50 kg PP bags
- Jumbo bags (on request)
Container loading
- 20 ft container
- 18–19 t (indicative)
- 40 ft container
- 26–27 t (indicative)
Tests available
- Moisture content
- Purity / foreign matter
- Aflatoxin
- Pesticide residues
- Oil content
- Free fatty acid (FFA)
Arranged through accredited laboratories.
Documents provided
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Certificate of origin
- Phytosanitary certificate
- Bill of lading
- NEPC export documentation
- Third-party inspection report (on request)
- Fumigation certificate (on request)
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Enquiry
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