Feb 26, 2026
IndexBox has just published a new report: United Kingdom – Sesame Oil – Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights.
The UK sesame oil market saw consumption of 3.6K tons valued at $19M in 2024, a slight decline from recent peaks. Driven by increasing demand, the market is forecast to grow slowly at a CAGR of +1.0% in volume and +1.1% in value through 2035, reaching 4K tons and $21M. Mexico is the dominant import source (46% share), while the United States is the leading export destination (36% share). Import and export prices have shown consistent long-term growth, averaging $5,666 and $8,353 per ton respectively in 2024.
Key Findings
UK sesame oil market forecast to grow slowly to 4K tons and $21M by 2035 at CAGRs of +1.0% and +1.1%Market consumption in 2024 was 3.6K tons ($19M), down from 2020 and 2023 peaksMexico is the largest import source, supplying 46% of volume and 47% of valueThe United States is the top export destination, taking 36% of volume and 43% of valueAverage import and export prices have risen steadily, reaching $5,666 and $8,353 per ton in 2024Market Forecast
Driven by increasing demand for sesame oil in the UK, the market is expected to continue an upward consumption trend over the next decade. Market performance is forecast to decelerate, expanding with an anticipated CAGR of +1.0% for the period from 2024 to 2035, which is projected to bring the market volume to 4K tons by the end of 2035.
In value terms, the market is forecast to increase with an anticipated CAGR of +1.1% for the period from 2024 to 2035, which is projected to bring the market value to $21M (in nominal wholesale prices) by the end of 2035.
ConsumptionUnited Kingdom’s Consumption of Sesame Oil
In 2024, approx. 3.6K tons of sesame oil were consumed in the UK; with a decrease of -7.6% against 2023 figures. Over the period under review, the total consumption indicated a moderate expansion from 2013 to 2024: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +4.4% over the last eleven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2024 figures, consumption increased by +26.3% against 2022 indices. Sesame oil consumption peaked at 4K tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2024, consumption remained at a lower figure.
The size of the sesame oil market in the UK fell to $19M in 2024, which is down by -1.9% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers’ margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). In general, consumption, however, recorded prominent growth. Sesame oil consumption peaked at $19M in 2023, and then declined modestly in the following year.
ImportsUnited Kingdom’s Imports of Sesame Oil
In 2024, approx. 4.2K tons of sesame oil were imported into the UK; shrinking by -8.7% compared with 2023 figures. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.8% over the period from 2013 to 2024; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2023 when imports increased by 28% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at 4.9K tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2024, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, sesame oil imports shrank slightly to $24M in 2024. In general, total imports indicated a resilient expansion from 2013 to 2024: its value increased at an average annual rate of +5.8% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2024 figures, imports increased by +17.6% against 2022 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when imports increased by 32% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $24M in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2024, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Imports By Country
In 2024, Mexico (1.9K tons) constituted the largest supplier of sesame oil to the UK, accounting for a 46% share of total imports. Moreover, sesame oil imports from Mexico exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China (481 tons), fourfold. India (457 tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with an 11% share.
From 2013 to 2024, the average annual growth rate of volume from Mexico amounted to +3.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (+5.5% per year) and India (+6.9% per year).
In value terms, Mexico ($11M) constituted the largest supplier of sesame oil to the UK, comprising 47% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by China ($3M), with a 13% share of total imports. It was followed by India, with a 7.8% share.
From 2013 to 2024, the average annual growth rate of value from Mexico stood at +8.3%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (+8.6% per year) and India (+7.7% per year).
Import Prices By Country
In 2024, the average sesame oil import price amounted to $5,666 per ton, surging by 8.1% against the previous year. Over the period from 2013 to 2024, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.9%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2022 when the average import price increased by 19%. The import price peaked in 2024 and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2024, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was South Korea ($10,690 per ton), while the price for Somalia ($712 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2013 to 2024, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (+22.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
ExportsUnited Kingdom’s Exports of Sesame Oil
Sesame oil exports from the UK declined to 639 tons in 2024, which is down by -14.3% compared with 2023 figures. In general, exports showed a pronounced curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 23% against the previous year. The exports peaked at 929 tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2024, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, sesame oil exports fell to $5.3M in 2024. Overall, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 21%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $6.2M. From 2021 to 2024, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.
Exports By Country
The United States (228 tons) was the main destination for sesame oil exports from the UK, with a 36% share of total exports. Moreover, sesame oil exports to the United States exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Ireland (105 tons), twofold. The Netherlands (92 tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 14% share.
From 2013 to 2024, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the United States totaled +7.1%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Ireland (+4.1% per year) and the Netherlands (+1.3% per year).
In value terms, the United States ($2.3M) remains the key foreign market for sesame oil exports from the UK, comprising 43% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Ireland ($665K), with a 12% share of total exports. It was followed by Germany, with a 12% share.
From 2013 to 2024, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the United States amounted to +7.3%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Ireland (+5.0% per year) and Germany (-7.3% per year).
Export Prices By Country
In 2024, the average sesame oil export price amounted to $8,353 per ton, surging by 6.2% against the previous year. Over the period from 2013 to 2024, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.8%. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when the average export price increased by 25%. The export price peaked in 2024 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.
There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2024, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Spain ($11,855 per ton), while the average price for exports to the Netherlands ($4,852 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2013 to 2024, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Spain (+5.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides a comprehensive view of the sesame oil industry in the United Kingdom, tracking demand, supply, and trade flows across the national value chain. It explains how demand across key channels and end-use segments shapes consumption patterns, while also mapping the role of input availability, production efficiency, and regulatory standards on supply.
Beyond headline metrics, the study benchmarks prices, margins, and trade routes so you can see where value is created and how it moves between domestic suppliers and international partners. The analysis is designed to support strategic planning, market entry, portfolio prioritization, and risk management in the sesame oil landscape in the United Kingdom.
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Key findings
Domestic demand is shaped by both household and industrial usage, with trade flows linking local supply to imports and exports.
Pricing dynamics reflect unit values, freight costs, exchange rates, and regulatory shifts that affect sourcing decisions.
Supply depends on input availability and production efficiency, creating a distinct national cost curve.
Market concentration varies by segment, creating different competitive landscapes and entry barriers.
The 2035 outlook highlights where capacity investment and demand growth are most aligned within the country.
Report scope
The report combines market sizing with trade intelligence and price analytics for the United Kingdom. It covers both historical performance and the forward outlook to 2035, allowing you to compare cycles, structural shifts, and policy impacts.
Market size and growth in value and volume terms
Consumption structure by end-use segments
Production capacity, output, and cost dynamics
Trade flows, exporters, importers, and balances
Price benchmarks, unit values, and margin signals
Competitive context and market entry conditions
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This report provides a consistent view of market size, trade balance, prices, and per-capita indicators for the United Kingdom. The profile highlights demand structure and trade position, enabling benchmarking against regional and global peers.
Methodology
The analysis is built on a multi-source framework that combines official statistics, trade records, company disclosures, and expert validation. Data are standardized, reconciled, and cross-checked to ensure consistency across time series.
International trade data (exports, imports, and mirror statistics)
National production and consumption statistics
Company-level information from financial filings and public releases
Price series and unit value benchmarks
Analyst review, outlier checks, and time-series validation
All data are normalized to a common product definition and mapped to a consistent set of codes. This ensures that comparisons across time are aligned and actionable.
Forecasts to 2035
The forecast horizon extends to 2035 and is based on a structured model that links sesame oil demand and supply to macroeconomic indicators, trade patterns, and sector-specific drivers. The model captures both cyclical and structural factors and reflects known policy and technology shifts in the United Kingdom.
Historical baseline: 2012-2025
Forecast horizon: 2026-2035
Scenario-based sensitivity to income growth, substitution, and regulation
Capacity and investment outlook for major producing companies
Each projection is built from national historical patterns and the broader regional context, allowing the report to show where growth is concentrated and where risks are elevated.
Price analysis and trade dynamics
Prices are analyzed in detail, including export and import unit values, regional spreads, and changes in trade costs. The report highlights how seasonality, freight rates, exchange rates, and supply disruptions influence pricing and margins.
Price benchmarks by country and sub-region
Export and import unit value trends
Seasonality and calendar effects in trade flows
Price outlook to 2035 under baseline assumptions
Profiles of market participants
Key producers, exporters, and distributors are profiled with a focus on their operational scale, geographic footprint, product mix, and market positioning. This helps identify competitive pressure points, partnership opportunities, and routes to differentiation.
Business focus and production capabilities
Geographic reach and distribution networks
Cost structure and pricing strategy indicators
Compliance, certification, and sustainability context
How to use this report
Quantify domestic demand and identify the most attractive segments
Evaluate export opportunities and prioritize target destinations
Track price dynamics and protect margins
Benchmark performance against leading competitors
Build evidence-based forecasts for investment decisions
This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, wholesalers, investors, and advisors who need a clear, data-driven picture of sesame oil dynamics in the United Kingdom.
FAQ
What is included in the sesame oil market in the United Kingdom?
The market size aggregates consumption and trade data, presented in both value and volume terms.
How are the forecasts to 2035 built?
The projections combine historical trends with macroeconomic indicators, trade dynamics, and sector-specific drivers.
Does the report cover prices and margins?
Yes, it includes export and import unit values, regional spreads, and a pricing outlook to 2035.
Which benchmarks are included?
The report benchmarks market size, trade balance, prices, and per-capita indicators for the United Kingdom.
Can this report support market entry decisions?
Yes, it highlights demand hotspots, trade routes, pricing trends, and competitive context.
1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
REPORT DESCRIPTION
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE AI PLATFORM
DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
KEY FINDINGS
MARKET TRENDSThis Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects
MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2025) AND FORECAST (2026–2035)
MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2025) AND FORECAST (2026–2035)
TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2025) AND FORECAST (2026–2035)
PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2025) AND FORECAST (2026–2035)
MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
MOST CONSUMED PRODUCTS
MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export
TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
UNSATURATED MARKETS
TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2025) AND FORECAST (2026–2035)
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2025) AND FORECAST (2026–2035)
IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2025)
IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2025)
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2025) AND FORECAST (2026–2035)
EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2025)
EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2025)
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
LIST OF TABLES
Key Findings In 2025
Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2025
Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2025
Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2025
Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2025
Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2025
Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2025
LIST OF FIGURES
Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Market Volume Forecast to 2035
Market Value Forecast to 2035
Market Size and Growth, By Product
Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
Exports and Growth, By Product
Export Prices and Growth, By Product
Production Volume and Growth
Exports and Growth
Export Prices and Growth
Market Size and Growth
Per Capita Consumption
Imports and Growth
Import Prices
Production, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2025
Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2025
Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2025
Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2025
Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2025
Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2025
Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2025
Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2025