Export Sesame & other oil seeds from Pakistan to Egypt

Egypt imported US$128M of sesame & other oil seeds (HS 1207) in 2025. India supplied US$12.8M of that in 2025, while Pakistan supplied US$3.0M, a gap of US$9.8M. Pakistan's share of the market is 2.3%.

That gap matters: buyers in Egypt already source this product from South Asia and accept the shipping times, payment terms and documents involved. Pakistan's total sales to Egypt grew 57% between 2020 and 2025, which suggests buyers there are increasingly open to Pakistani suppliers.

On our opportunity score, Egypt rates 72 out of 100 (top opportunity) and ranks 9th of 75 markets for this product. Next step: shortlist importers who buy from India today, prepare a price list on the right Incoterm, and list sesame & other oil seeds with Egypt as a target market so buyers can find you.

Opportunity score
72/100 (Top opportunity)
From Pakistan (2025)
US$2.98M
From India (2025)
US$12.82M
Market size
US$127.83M
Check before you export
Many buyers work through traders and distributors. Agree payment terms in advance and use letters of credit or trade insurance where possible.

How much sesame & other oil seeds does Egypt import?

Egypt imported US$128M of sesame & other oil seeds (HS 1207) in 2025, according to UN Comtrade.

Does Pakistan export sesame & other oil seeds to Egypt?

Yes. Pakistan exported US$3.0M of sesame & other oil seeds to Egypt in 2025, 2.3% of the market.

How does Pakistan compare with India in Egypt for sesame & other oil seeds?

India leads: US$12.8M against Pakistan's US$3.0M in 2025, a gap of US$9.8M.

How can I start exporting sesame & other oil seeds to Egypt?

Confirm your HS code, check Egypt's duties and standards, and list your business on BusinessListing.pk with Egypt as a target market. Our guide "How to Choose an Export Market" and the Egypt Global Trade profile explain the next steps.