Sesame Seed Exporter from India – Bulk Sesame Seed Supplier
Arter International supplies Indian sesame seeds for international B2B buyers, with product forms and quality requirements matched to the buyer's intended application and destination market.
Sesame seeds, also known as til, are widely used by food manufacturers, importers, wholesalers, distributors, bakeries, tahini producers, confectionery manufacturers, snack companies and edible-oil processors.
Depending on availability and buyer requirements, sesame seeds can be supplied in forms such as natural sesame seeds, hulled sesame seeds and black sesame seeds.
Buyers can share their required variety, purity, quantity, packaging, destination and testing requirements with Arter International to discuss a suitable commercial specification.
Sesame Seeds from India for International Buyers
Sesame (Sesamum indicum) is an important oilseed and food ingredient traded internationally in natural, hulled and processed forms.
Indian sesame seeds are used in a wide range of applications because of their characteristic nutty flavour, aroma and oil content.
For international purchasing, the correct grade should be selected according to the intended use.
For example:
Natural sesame seeds are commonly used for bakery, toppings, snacks and oil processing.
Hulled sesame seeds are suitable for applications where the outer seed coat is removed, including tahini and confectionery.
Black sesame seeds are used in Asian foods, confectionery, bakery products, toppings and oil-related applications.
The final specification should always be agreed before order confirmation.
Types of Sesame Seeds
Natural White Sesame Seeds
Natural white sesame seeds retain their natural outer seed coat and are commonly traded for food and oil-processing applications.
Potential applications include:
Bread and bakery toppings
Burger buns
Biscuits
Crackers
Snack products
Confectionery
Tahini
Sesame oil production
Spice and food blends
Commercial buyers may specify:
Seed colour
Purity
Moisture
Admixture
Foreign matter
Oil content
Kernel uniformity
Microbiological requirements
Pesticide residue requirements
Hulled Sesame Seeds
Hulled sesame seeds have their outer hull removed through a suitable processing method.
The lighter appearance and different texture make them particularly useful for:
Tahini
Halva
Bakery products
Confectionery
Sesame bars
Snack products
Food ingredients
Sauces and spreads
Buyers may require specific parameters for:
Purity
Colour
Moisture
Oil content
Admixture
Foreign matter
Broken seeds
Microbiological quality
Black Sesame Seeds
Black sesame seeds are naturally dark-coloured sesame seeds used in a variety of Asian, Middle Eastern and international food applications.
They can be used for:
Asian cuisine
Bakery
Desserts
Confectionery
Garnishing
Snack products
Sesame oil
Food ingredient manufacturing
The required colour uniformity, purity and physical quality should be agreed before shipment.
Sesame Seed Grades and Quality
Sesame seed quality can vary considerably according to variety, origin, processing method and buyer specification.
Important commercial quality parameters may include:
Purity
Moisture
Oil content
Admixture
Foreign matter
Broken seeds
Seed size
Colour
Uniformity
FFA where applicable
Total ash where required
Acid-insoluble ash where required
Microbiological parameters
Pesticide residues
Heavy metals where applicable
Other destination-specific requirements
Some Indian suppliers advertise grades around 99%, 99.95% and higher purity, but these should not automatically be treated as a universal market specification.
Arter International can discuss the required purity and quality level according to the buyer's specification.
Sesame Seed Specifications
The final technical specification should be confirmed according to the selected sesame type.
A typical buyer specification may address:
Product: Sesame Seeds
Botanical name: Sesamum indicum
Origin: India
Form: Natural / Hulled / Black
Colour: According to selected variety
Purity: According to agreed grade
Moisture: According to agreed specification
Oil content: According to agreed specification
Admixture: According to agreed specification
Foreign matter: According to agreed specification
Broken seeds: According to agreed tolerance
FFA: Where applicable
Microbiological parameters: According to buyer and destination requirements
Pesticide residues: According to applicable destination limits
Packaging: According to buyer requirement
Numerical values should be confirmed against the actual product specification and laboratory testing before being included in a purchase contract.
Sesame Seed Purity and Cleaning
Purity is an important consideration for importers purchasing sesame seeds for direct food use.
Depending on the required product and processing specification, cleaning may involve:
Preliminary cleaning
Removal of foreign material
Sieving
Destoning
Grading
Density separation
Colour sorting where applicable
Hulling for hulled sesame
Separation of unwanted particles
Final inspection
Suitable packing
The required cleaning level should be agreed according to the buyer's end use.
For example, a tahini manufacturer may have different requirements from an oil processor or bakery ingredient buyer.
Sesame Seed Applications
Sesame seeds are used across several commercial food industries.
Bakery and Bread Products
Natural sesame is widely used as a topping or ingredient in:
Bread
Burger buns
Bagels
Biscuits
Crackers
Breadsticks
Baked snacks
Tahini and Halva
Hulled sesame seeds are commonly used as a raw material for:
Tahini
Halva
Sesame spreads
Sauces
Dips
Food fillings
Confectionery
Sesame can be used in:
Sesame bars
Candy
Chocolate products
Nut and seed mixes
Confectionery fillings
Traditional sweets
Snack Manufacturing
Sesame seeds can be incorporated into:
Roasted snacks
Snack coatings
Seed mixes
Granola
Energy bars
Health-food products
Asian Cuisine
Black and natural sesame are commonly used in:
Sushi
Noodles
Sauces
Desserts
Seasonings
Garnishes
Sesame Oil Production
Sesame seeds are also purchased by oil processors for extraction of sesame oil.
Oil-processing buyers may prioritize parameters such as:
Oil content
Moisture
Foreign matter
Purity
FFA
Seed condition
The appropriate specification should therefore be stated when requesting a quotation.
Sesame Seed Packaging Options
Packaging should be selected according to product form, destination, handling requirements and buyer preference.
Potential packaging formats may include:
PP woven bags
Poly-lined bags
Jute bags with suitable inner lining
Paper bags
Vacuum packaging
Cartons
Bulk packaging
Customized packaging where applicable
Common commercial packing sizes can vary, so the buyer should specify the preferred net weight.
For private-label orders, packaging and labelling requirements should be confirmed before production or packing.
Bulk Sesame Seed Supply
Arter International can discuss bulk sesame seed requirements according to:
Product type
Variety
Grade
Purity
Quantity
Destination
Packaging
Testing
Certification requirements
Delivery schedule
MOQ for Sesame Seeds
A fixed MOQ is not stated because it may depend on:
Sesame variety
Grade
Packaging
Quantity
Availability
Custom packaging requirements
Destination
Buyers should provide the required quantity to receive confirmation of the applicable MOQ.
Sesame Seed Export Markets
Indian sesame seeds are traded across international markets.
Potential markets may include:
Middle East
Europe
United Kingdom
North America
East Asia
Southeast Asia
Africa
Actual supply to a particular destination depends on:
Import regulations
Food-safety requirements
Buyer specifications
Required testing
Documentation
Product availability
Shipping feasibility
For this reason, buyers should provide the destination country and port when requesting a quotation.
Quality Control and Testing
International sesame buyers may require physical, chemical and food-safety testing before shipment.
Depending on the product and destination, testing may cover:
Purity
Moisture
Oil content
Admixture
Foreign matter
Broken seeds
FFA
Microbiological parameters
Pesticide residues
Heavy metals
Other buyer-specific parameters
The testing requirement should be agreed before order confirmation.
Certificate of Analysis for Sesame Seeds
A Certificate of Analysis (COA) or laboratory test report may be arranged where applicable, according to the buyer's required parameters and agreed shipment specification.
The actual report should correspond to the relevant product batch.
Sesame Seed Certifications and Export Documents
Documentation requirements differ according to destination, product form and buyer requirements.
Depending on the shipment, applicable documents may include:
Commercial invoice
Packing list
Bill of lading or other shipping document
Certificate of Origin where required
Phytosanitary Certificate where applicable
Fumigation certificate where applicable
Certificate of Analysis
Laboratory test report
Health or other product-specific certificates where required
Additional destination-specific documents
Arter International should confirm the applicable document set for each transaction rather than presenting every certificate as universally applicable.
Sesame Seed Logistics and Shipping
Sesame seeds can be shipped internationally in suitable food-grade packaging.
Buyers can discuss:
FOB
CFR
CIF
Other mutually agreed Incoterms
Port of loading
Destination port
Container requirements
Packaging configuration
Shipment schedule
Required export documents
Container loadability depends on the packaging, product density, container type and shipping requirements. Therefore, exact loading quantities should be confirmed for each shipment rather than treated as a fixed figure.
Private Label Sesame Seeds
Buyers selling sesame seeds under their own brand can discuss customized packaging where applicable.
Potential requirements include:
Custom printed bags
Retail pouches
Cartons
Bulk foodservice packaging
Buyer-specific labels
Product information
Batch identification
Country-of-origin information
Destination-specific labelling
Custom packaging depends on order quantity, packaging availability and applicable regulations.
Why Choose Arter International for Sesame Seeds?
Arter International focuses on discussing Indian agricultural products according to the actual requirements of international buyers.
For sesame seed enquiries, buyers can specify:
Natural, hulled or black sesame
Desired purity
Grade
Oil-content requirement
Moisture requirement
Quantity
Packaging
Destination
Testing requirements
Required certificates
Preferred Incoterm
Delivery schedule
This allows the commercial offer to be developed around the buyer's actual application rather than relying on a generic product description.
Buyer Information Checklist
For a faster sesame seed quotation, international buyers should provide:
Product: Natural / Hulled / Black
Grade: Required grade
Purity: Required purity
Oil content: Required level where applicable
Moisture: Required limit
Quantity: kg or MT
Destination: Country and port
Packaging: Bag type and net weight
Testing: Required laboratory parameters
Certification: Required documents
Incoterm: FOB / CFR / CIF or other agreed term
Delivery: Required shipment period
Sample: Whether a sample is required
Frequently Asked Questions About Sesame Seed Export from India
What types of sesame seeds can you supply?
The range can include natural sesame seeds, hulled sesame seeds and black sesame seeds, subject to availability and the buyer's required specification.
What is the botanical name of sesame?
The botanical name of commercial sesame is Sesamum indicum.
What is the difference between natural and hulled sesame seeds?
Natural sesame retains its outer seed coat, while hulled sesame has the outer hull removed through processing. Hulled sesame is commonly used for products such as tahini, halva and certain bakery and confectionery applications.
Do you supply black sesame seeds?
Black sesame seed requirements can be discussed according to availability, desired grade, colour uniformity, purity and destination requirements.
What purity levels are available?
Purity depends on the variety, cleaning process and agreed commercial grade. Buyers can specify their required purity level, which should then be confirmed against the actual product specification.
What is the typical moisture specification for sesame seeds?
Moisture requirements vary according to the product and buyer specification. Common supplier specifications are often in the range of approximately 6–8%, but this should not be treated as an Arter International specification without confirmation.
What is the oil content of Indian sesame seeds?
Oil content varies by variety and grade. Some commercial Indian supplier specifications cite approximately 48–52%, but the applicable figure should be confirmed for the actual product and buyer requirement.
Can you supply sesame seeds in bulk?
Bulk quantities can be discussed according to the required variety, grade, quantity, packaging, destination and availability.
What is the MOQ for sesame seeds?
A fixed MOQ is not stated on this page. It can vary according to product type, grade, packaging and order quantity.
Can I request a sesame seed sample?
Yes, a sample can be requested where applicable. Buyers should specify the required sesame type and quality parameters.
Can you provide a COA?
A COA or laboratory report may be arranged where applicable according to the agreed testing requirements.
Can sesame seeds be supplied according to our own specification?
Buyer-specific specifications can be discussed, subject to product availability and the ability to meet the agreed requirements.
What packaging is available for sesame seeds?
Depending on the product and order, packaging may include PP woven bags, lined bags, jute bags, paper bags, vacuum packs, cartons or other suitable formats.
Can you supply private-label sesame seeds?
Private-label and customized packaging can be discussed for suitable commercial orders, subject to quantity, packaging availability and applicable labelling requirements.
Which industries buy sesame seeds?
Major commercial users include:
Bakeries
Tahini manufacturers
Halva manufacturers
Confectionery companies
Snack manufacturers
Food processors
Sesame-oil processors
Importers
Wholesalers
Distributors
Which countries can receive Indian sesame seeds?
Potential destinations include markets across the Middle East, Europe, Asia, Africa and North America, subject to import regulations, buyer requirements and shipment feasibility.
What export documents are available?
Depending on the shipment, documents may include commercial invoice, packing list, shipping documents, Certificate of Origin, phytosanitary documentation where applicable, laboratory reports and other destination-specific documents.
Can sesame seeds be supplied on CIF terms?
FOB, CFR, CIF and other mutually agreed commercial terms can be discussed according to the destination and shipment requirements.
How can I get a quotation for sesame seeds from India?
Send Arter International your required sesame type, purity, quantity, destination port, packaging and quality specification. The requirement can then be reviewed for an appropriate export quotation.
Request a Sesame Seed Export Quote or Sample
Looking for a sesame seed exporter from India for your next bulk purchase?
Contact Arter International with your purchasing requirement.
Please include:
Sesame type
Grade and purity
Quantity
Destination country and port
Packaging requirement
Moisture and oil-content requirements, if applicable
Testing requirements
Required certificates
Preferred Incoterm
Required delivery schedule
Email: exports@arterinternational.com
Request a sesame seed quotation or sample and discuss your requirements with Arter International.
