2025 Aug Paraguay Sesame seeds (HS120740) Export Snapshot: Volume Plunge

August Trend: Paraguay Sesame seeds Export

Sesame seeds, classified under HS Code 120740 (Sesamum seeds, whether or not broken), saw a sharp rebound in unit prices (+21.65% MoM) to $1.56/kg in August, though export value plummeted 32.86% to $5.28M as volumes collapsed 44.81% to 3.39M kg. The price recovery followed a 12.75% drop in July, while the dramatic contraction in trade volume reversed five consecutive months of growth. This volatility aligns with the April 2025 implementation of universal 10% tariffs on imports, which may have disrupted supply chains. Paraguay's sesame exports remain highly sensitive to both price fluctuations and external trade policies.

Table: Paraguay Sesame Seeds Export Trend (Source: yTrade)

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Geographic Concentration & Market Logic

Japan dominates Paraguay's sesame seeds exports, accounting for 40% of value but only 26.8% of weight—a clear Value-Volume Gap signaling premium demand for high-grade or processed sesame. Mexico, however, shows the opposite pattern (36% value vs. 45.6% weight), acting as a bulk hub for raw material processing. The remaining markets (Turkey, Germany, etc.) follow a mixed structure, with some premium outliers (e.g., Germany: 4.4% value vs. 3.6% weight). This reveals a dual-track supply chain: Japan drives premium margins, while Mexico absorbs volume at lower margins. Strategic focus should prioritize Japan for value capture and Mexico for scale efficiency.

Table: Paraguay Sesame Seeds (HS Code 120740) Top Destination Countries (Source: yTrade)

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Paraguay HS Code 120740 Breakdown & Value Logic

yTrade data reveals HS 12074090 ("Oil seeds; sesamum seeds, whether or not broken") dominates Paraguay's sesame seed exports, capturing 100% of volume (3.39M kg) and value ($5.28M) in August 2025. The absence of unit price data suggests a bulk-driven market, where Paraguay leverages scale over premium pricing—typical for HS Code 120740 Export commodities. No competing sub-codes register, confirming a low-margin, high-volume trade strategy focused on raw sesame seeds. This aligns with global demand for cost-efficient agricultural inputs rather than processed variants. Expect stability in this model unless price transparency or value-added processing emerges.

Paraguay Sesame Seeds Buyers List

Table: Paraguay Sesame Seeds (HS Code 120740) Top Buyers List (Source: yTrade)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How did Paraguay Sesame seeds Export perform in August?

Exports dropped 32.86% month-on-month to $5.28M, with volume plunging 44.81% to 3.39M kg. Unit prices rebounded 21.65% to $1.56/kg.

What are the top Export partners for Paraguay Sesame seeds?

Japan ($2.11M), Mexico ($1.90M), and Turkey ($342.66K) were the top destinations.

Who are the major Sesame seeds Buyers?

Dipasa Internacional de Mexico dominated purchases with $1.54M in volume, followed by Oilseeds International Ltd ($1.05M) and Mitsui & Co ($701.73K).

What is the specific HS Code for this trade?

The data covers HS Code 120740.