TIANJIN: According to the World Bank survey, during the Spring Festival, the sales volume of sunflower seeds in the domestic market increased significantly, and the price remained high. In terms of the export market, exporters reported that export bookings are difficult, sea freight rates have risen, and exports have slowed down. Exports to the Middle East market fell. Exporters are looking forward to an improvement in the shipping market after the Spring Festival.
Importers from Egypt, Israel, Saudi Arabia, Dubai, Iran, Turkey and other countries reported that they avoided the traditional Chinese New Year and began to place orders after the festival. Prices are expected to drop slightly after the Spring Festival. This week, the standard sunflower seeds are 361 grains, and the number of grains is 180-190pcs/50g. The export price is 1.310-1.340 US dollars/ton, and the 190-200PCS/50G price is 1.300-1.320 US dollars/ton. Traders continue to monitor 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 | 25 kg / Plastic Bag | |
| Loading | 23 Tons / 40 GP | |
| Price | USD 13.00-1.370 / Mt | |
| Delivery | Within 20 days after the contract | |