Dalian: The recent hot weather in the country continues. In the Chinese sunflower kernel market sales are gradually decreasing, and traders and exporters are clearing their stocks. Market prices are slightly lower, while the domestic market is unstable and international markets are calm.The export market is entering a quiet period as importers await the new season’s shipments due to the reduction of stocks in the production areas.
Prices
The reference price for confectionery grade sunflower kernels was set at US$1820-1840/ton FOB Dalian or Tianjin. Sunflower kernels for baking are selling slowly in the domestic market and have no price advantage. This week, the reference price was $1770-1800/mt FOB Tianjin or Dalian.
Current Market price Fob Tianjin, Chinese Sunflower Kernel
| Product Name | Chinese Sunflower kernel |
| Moisture | 10% max |
| Confection | Usd 1820-1840/mt |
| Bakery | Usd 1770-1800/mt |
| Purity | 99.95% |
| Loading | 17mt /20GP |
| Package | 25kg paper bag |
| Delivery | 20 days after the contract |