Lentil Market Faces Quality Shortage and Uncertain Future in Tianjin

Lentil Market Faces Quality Shortage and Uncertain Future in Tianjin

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Scarcity of Quality Lentils

Market participants in Tianjin have reported a scarcity of high-quality lentils. The domestic market is currently dominated by small wholesale quantities, which is insufficient to meet the demand.

Waiting for New-Season Cargoes

Foreign importers are holding off on purchases, anticipating the arrival of new-season cargoes. The future price of lentils remains uncertain and will depend on the upcoming production and the impact of imported lentils.

Domestic Traders’ Cautious Approach

Domestic traders are adopting a wait-and-see approach as the stocks of imported lentils are nearly depleted. This cautious stance reflects the uncertainty surrounding the new-season pricing and the potential market impact.

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Expectations of Price Changes

Buyers are hopeful that lentil prices will decrease in the new season. If prices do not fall, the influx of imported red lentils could drive down market prices and keep the domestic lentil market depressed.

As the lentil market navigates through a period of scarcity and uncertainty, both domestic traders and foreign importers are adopting a cautious approach. The interplay between local production and imported supplies will be crucial in determining future price trends. Stakeholders should stay informed about upcoming harvests and market movements to make strategic decisions.

 

Product name

Chinese Small Lentils

Color Green
Quality Grade A
Purity 99.5%
Package 25 kg PP bag
Crop 2023
MOQ 22 Tons
Conv. FOB Tianjin USD 2000-2030/mt – EURO 1861-1889/mt
Organic. FOB Tianjin USD 2100-2150/mt – EURO 1954-2001/mt
Delivery 20 Days after the contract

Lentils green small FOB Dalian

Date Price USD/Kg Price EUR/Kg
01/06/2021 127.00 1.04
08/06/2021 129.00 1.06
15/06/2021 129.00 1.06
22/06/2021 129.00 1.08
29/06/2021 128.00 1.08
06/07/2021 127.00 1.07
14/07/2021 125.00 1.06
21/07/2021 125.00 1.06
27/07/2021 124.00 1.05
03/08/2021 120.00 1.02
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