TIANJIN: According to feedback from market participants, the sunflower seed market has entered the peak sales season, and the domestic market demand has increased. Affected by market demand, domestic sunflower seed prices will rise. In terms of exports, market demand was lower than last year, mainly due to the substantial increase in import costs for purchasers.
The purchasing power of traditional export regions such as Egypt, Israel, Saudi Arabia and Turkey has declined. The Southeast Asian market affected by the shipping is better than last year. Shipping costs are much lower than those in Europe and America, and sales have increased. This week, the 361 standard sunflower seed particle size is 180-190/50g. The export price is US$1.320-1.350/ton, and the cost of COUNT 190-200PCS/50G is US$1280-1310/ton. Traders continue to pay attention to market changes.
Current Market Price in China for sunflower seeds
| Product | Chinese Sunflower Seeds | |
| Type | 361 | |
| Moisture | 10 % Max | |
| Purity | 99.5 % Min | |
| Imperfect | 2 % Max | |
| Package | 25kg Paper Bag/ Plastic Bag ; | |
| Loading | 10Tons / 20GP | |
| Price | USD 1.310-1.350/Mt | |
| Delivery | Within 20 Days after the contract | |