Sesame Seeds at a glance
- Purity
- 99%+ (sortex-graded)
- Moisture
- ≤ 6%
- MOQ
- 5 metric tons
- HS Code
- 1207.40
- Harvest Season
- Oct – Dec
- Shelf Life
- 18–24 months
Packaging: 25kg & 50kg dual-layer export bags · custom private-label packing on request
Nutrition (per 100g)
What UK buyers of sesame seeds need
Post-Brexit Documentation
Certificates of analysis and food-safety paperwork prepared for UK import requirements.
Lab Reports & COAs
Purity, moisture and contaminant data ship with every lot for your compliance file.
Consistent Supply
Reliable, single-origin lots for retailers and repackers building a UK product line.
How long does shipping sesame seeds to the UK take?
Ocean transit to UK ports is typically 20–28 days from Mundra or Nhava Sheva, depending on routing.
| Destination port | Typical transit |
|---|---|
| Felixstowe | 20–26 days |
| London Gateway | 21–27 days |
| Southampton | 22–28 days |
Sesame Seeds exports to the UK
What is the MOQ for sesame seeds exports to the UK?
MOQ for sesame seeds is 5 metric tons per order, with a physical sample available for your quality team before any bulk commitment.
What documentation ships with sesame seeds to the UK?
Every lot to the UK ships with a certificate of analysis, a phytosanitary certificate, and UK food-safety reporting, plus the commercial invoice, packing list and bill of lading.
How long does shipping sesame seeds to the UK take?
Ocean transit to UK ports is typically 20–28 days from Mundra or Nhava Sheva, depending on routing.
Which Incoterms does Beejveda support for UK shipments?
We ship FOB (Free on Board) — you arrange ocean freight and insurance from the Indian port (Mundra or Nhava Sheva).
What are the payment terms for UK orders?
50% advance to confirm the order and 50% before shipment, by SWIFT bank transfer (T/T). We do not accept Letter of Credit (L/C) initially.
Sesame Seeds exports to other markets
Sourcing sesame seeds for the UK?
Tell us your quantity and destination port — we respond within 24 hours with pricing and documentation.