TIANJIN: Market participants reported that the sunflower seed market is better than the pumpkin seed market, mainly in terms of export. Sunflower seeds are primarily exported to Southeast Asia and the Middle East.
The ocean freight cost is much lower than that of Europe and the United States, and sales have increased. On the other hand, the domestic market for sunflower seeds entering the winter has recovered, and sales have increased. This week, standard sunflower seeds, COUNT 180-190pcs/50g.
The export price is 1290-1320US dollars/ton, COUNT 190-200PCS/50G is 1260-1290 US dollars/ton. Traders predict that the domestic trade market will enter the peak demand season after the winter, and the price will rise. The specific increase depends on the changes in the production area market.
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 1.260-1.320/Mt | |
| Delivery | Within 20 Days after the contract | |