Nigeria — Top 3 Global Exporter
Sesame Seeds
High oil content Nigerian sesame for tahini production, bakery, confectionery, and oil extraction. EU ethylene oxide compliant.
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Overview
Nigeria consistently ranks among the world's top three sesame seed exporters, producing seeds with oil content between 48–55% — some of the highest in the global market. This makes Nigerian sesame particularly prized for oil extraction and tahini production, where oil content directly determines yield and profitability.
Origin Direct supplies the full range of sesame varieties: hulled white seeds for tahini and hummus manufacturers, natural white and brown seeds for bakery toppings and confectionery, and black sesame for specialty applications. Every lot undergoes rigorous testing for Salmonella, E. coli, and critically, ethylene oxide levels below the EU threshold of 0.05 mg/kg — a parameter that has caused border rejections for many exporters.
Our cleaning and sorting facilities in Nigeria use optical sorting technology to achieve purity above 99%, meeting the exacting standards of Turkish tahini producers, Japanese oil manufacturers, and European food processors alike.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Oil Content | 48 – 55% |
| Free Fatty Acids (FFA) | < 2% |
| Moisture | < 5% |
| Purity | > 99% |
| Salmonella | Absent per 25g |
| E. coli | < 10 CFU/g |
| Ethylene Oxide | < 0.05 mg/kg (EU requirement) |
Available Grades
| Grade | Description |
|---|---|
| Hulled White | Outer husk removed. Premium appearance. Primary grade for tahini and hummus production. |
| Natural (Unhulled) White | With husk intact. Used for bakery toppings, oil extraction, and confectionery. |
| Natural Brown | Darker variety with nutty flavor. Popular in Asian cuisine and specialty bakeries. |
| Black Sesame | Growing demand in health food, Asian confectionery, and premium oil production. |
| Organic Certified | Available in white and brown varieties. For organic food manufacturers. |
Certifications & Documentation
Full analytical and regulatory documentation for seamless import clearance.
Packaging & Shipping
Packaging Options
- • 25 kg or 50 kg PP (polypropylene) bags
- • Bulk in container liners (20–25 MT per container)
- • Custom packaging on request
Key Markets & Transit
- ▶ Turkey — Tahini production hub
- ▶ Japan & China — Oil and confectionery
- ▶ EU & Middle East — Food processing
FOB Lagos. Season: Oct–Feb. Year-round supply from warehoused stock.
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