2025 Q1 Paraguay Sesame seeds (HS120740) Export Snapshot: Surge in Volume

Q1 Trend: Paraguay Sesame seeds Export

Sesame seeds, classified under HS Code 120740 (Sesamum seeds, whether or not broken), saw export volumes surge 134% MoM in March 2025, reaching 2.34M kg, while unit prices dipped slightly to $1.70/kg (-0.66% MoM). This followed a 33% MoM increase in February, signaling strong demand momentum. Export values more than doubled in March to $3.98M (+133% MoM), building on February's 26% gain. The Q1 trajectory shows accelerating trade activity despite minor price softening. Paraguay's sesame seed exports are scaling rapidly, with March volumes nearly triple January's baseline.

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 27.45% of value but only 24.88% of weight—revealing a premium market demanding higher-grade or processed products. Mexico follows as a bulk hub, with 28.25% weight share but a lower 24.80% value share, indicating raw material processing. The value-volume gap highlights a dual strategy: Japan drives premium returns, while Mexico absorbs volume at lower margins. This structure suggests Paraguay’s supply chain prioritizes segmented market access over uniform pricing. The trade is bifurcated—high-value niches vs. cost-efficient bulk flows.

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 Q1 2025 sesame seed exports, capturing 100% of volume (4.10M kg) and value ($7.05M). The absence of unit price data suggests a bulk-driven market, where Paraguay leverages scale over premium pricing—typical for commodity-grade sesame seeds. This sub-code’s monopoly indicates minimal product diversification, with exporters prioritizing raw, unprocessed seeds. The Paraguay HS Code 120740 Export profile aligns with global demand for cost-efficient oilseed feedstock, not niche or value-added variants. Expect sustained focus on high-volume, low-margin trade unless processing infrastructure 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 Q1?

Exports surged 132.58% month-on-month in March 2025, reaching $3.98M, with volume up 134.11% to 2.34M kg. Unit prices dipped slightly (-0.66%) to $1.70/kg.

What are the top Export partners for Paraguay Sesame seeds?

Japan ($1.94M), Mexico ($1.75M), and China Mainland ($849.72K) were the top destinations.

Who are the major Sesame seeds Buyers?

Toyota Tsusho Foods Corporation ($1.90M) and Dipasa Internacional de Mexico ($1.01M) dominated purchases, indicating concentrated demand from industrial food processors.

What is the specific HS Code for this trade?

The data covers HS Code 120740.

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Paraguay HS120740 Export Snapshot 2025 JAN