White Sesame Seeds

White Sesame Seeds

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Description

At VG Limited, we supply high-quality Tanzanian sesame seeds – grown in Tanzania’s warm, well-drained coastal and highland regions. Known for their high oil content, nutty flavor, uniform size, low moisture, and excellent purity, our sesame seeds are ideal for oil pressing, tahini production, bakery toppings, confectionery, and global spice markets.

Product Specifications

Mixed Sesame Seeds (Standard Export Grade)

Parameter Specification
Seed Type Mixed (White + Brown + Black) – Unhulled
Purity ≥ 99% (minimum)
Oil Content 48% – 52%
Moisture ≤ 6%
Foreign Matter ≤ 0.5%
Broken / Shriveled Seeds ≤ 2%
Discolored Seeds ≤ 2%
Insect / Weevil Damage Free
Stones None
Adulterants None

White / Humera Type Sesame Seeds (Premium Grade)

Parameter Specification
Seed Type White / Humera Type – Unhulled
Color Uniform creamy white to off-white
Purity ≥ 99.5% (minimum)
Oil Content 50% – 54%
Moisture ≤ 6%
Foreign Matter Nil
Broken / Shriveled Seeds ≤ 1%
Discolored Seeds ≤ 1%
Insect / Weevil Damage Free
Stones None

✅ Machine cleaned & gravity separated
✅ Sun-dried on tarpaulins (no contamination)
✅ Lab tested for aflatoxin & pesticide residues
✅ High oil content – premium crushing grade
✅ Non-GMO standard

Product Features

  • High oil yield (48–54%) – excellent for edible oil extraction

  • Very low moisture (≤6%) – safe for long-term storage and transit

  • Premium purity (99–99.5%) – minimal foreign matter

  • Non-GMO standard – meets EU, USA, and Asian premium market demand

  • Clean & machine sorted – gravity separation and color sorting available

  • Versatile applications – oil pressing, tahini, bakery, confectionery

  • Long shelf life – 24 months when stored properly

Packaging for International Export

Our packaging ensures product safety, oil retention, moisture protection, and pest-free transit.

Primary Packaging Options

  • PP woven bags with inner food-grade PE liner (recommended – most common)

  • Multilayer kraft paper bags with PE liner

  • Jute bags (traditional, upon request)

  • Vacuum-sealed bags (premium / retail-ready)

Standard Pack Sizes

Pack Type Net Weight
PP woven bag 25 kg / 50 kg
Kraft paper bag 25 kg
Jute bag 50 kg
Small retail packs 100 g, 200 g, 500 g, 1 kg (upon request)

Labeling Details

Each package includes:

  • Product: Sesame Seeds – Tanzania Origin

  • Type (Mixed / White / Humera)

  • Oil content

  • Grade & batch number

  • Net weight & gross weight

  • Packed on date & harvest season

  • “Store in cool, dry, ventilated place – away from direct sunlight”

Shipping Container Specifications

Incoterms available: FOB Dar es Salaam Port / CIF any major global port

Container Loading Capacity

Container Type Quantity (approx.) Packing Mode
20 ft GP 440–460 bags (11–11.5 MT) 25 kg bags
20 ft GP 440–460 bags (22–23 MT) 50 kg bags
40 ft GP 900–920 bags (22.5–23 MT) 25 kg bags
40 ft GP 880–900 bags (44–45 MT) 50 kg bags
40 ft HQ 950–980 bags (23.5–24.5 MT) 25 kg bags

Note: 20 ft GP max weight for bagged sesame seeds is 22–23 MT due to cargo density.

Container Technical Specifications

Feature Detail
Container Type Dry van, food-grade, clean, dry & odor-free
Fumigation Pre-shipment with phosphine – ISPM 15 compliant
Ventilation Closed vents (sesame seeds are oil-rich; closed vents prevent rancidity)
Container liner Highly recommended – food-grade poly liner for moisture & pest protection
Temperature control Avoid high heat; for long transit to hot/humid climates, consider ventilated or reefer container
Palletization Optional – plastic pallets or wood pallets (ISPM 15 heat-treated)
Stowage Uniform stacking; avoid overloading to prevent bag breakage

Container Environment Requirements

  • Temperature: Ambient (10–25°C recommended; avoid temperatures above 30°C)

  • Relative humidity: < 55% (critical to prevent mold and oil rancidity)

  • Pre-trip inspection: No condensation, no rodent/insect signs, dry floor

  • Avoid: Prolonged exposure to high temperatures or direct sunlight

Stowage Factor

  • Approx. 1.9 – 2.1 m³ per metric ton (bagged sesame seeds – low density)

Shipping Documents Included

  • Commercial Invoice & Packing List

  • Bill of Lading (negotiable or direct)

  • Phytosanitary Certificate (Tanzania Plant Health & Pesticides Authority)

  • Certificate of Origin (Tanzania Chamber of Commerce)

  • Fumigation Certificate

  • Certificate of Analysis (moisture, oil content, purity, foreign matter)

  • Weight Certificate

  • Optional: SGS / Bureau Veritas / Intertek inspection report

  • Optional: Non-GMO Certificate

  • Optional: Aflatoxin Certificate

Why Choose VG Limited for Tanzanian Sesame Seeds?

  • Direct sourcing from Tanzania’s premium sesame regions (Mtwara, Lindi, Dodoma, Singida)

  • Strict quality control – machine cleaned, gravity separated, lab tested for oil content

  • Competitive pricing – regular container load shipments

  • Flexible MOQ – 1 x 20 ft container (approx. 22 MT)

  • Full compliance with EU, USA, Middle East, African, and Asian import standards

  • Reliable logistics from Dar es Salaam port to global destinations

  • Harvest-linked pricing – best prices during peak harvest (June – September & December – February)

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