Sunflower seeds: wholesale price per kilogram and metric ton

There is no single verifiable price per kilogram or metric ton for edible sunflower seeds: the price is calculated based on the specific type, specifications, volume, packaging, delivery point, and shipment date. No comparable current price quote was found in open sources that simultaneously specifies the food-grade designation, seed type and size, quality indicators, date, currency, and Incoterms® terms. Therefore, instead of an unreliable price list, the parameters necessary for an accurate calculation are provided below.

The factory price of Russian oilseeds, the retail price of roasted seeds, the export offer for food-grade Type 361 from China, and the price of hulled kernels all pertain to different markets. They cannot be compared as if they were the same product. For an importer, it is not only the cost of the product that matters, but also the total cost of the shipment to the agreed-upon destination.

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Price of sunflower seeds per kilogram and per metric ton

In B2B trade, large shipments are typically quoted per metric ton. The price per kilogram is convenient for internal calculations, packaging, and comparisons with local offers.

The formulas are simple:

• price per 1 kg = price per 1 metric ton ÷ 1,000;
• Price per metric ton = price per kilogram × 1,000.

This conversion is accurate only under identical conditions. If one price is quoted at the seller’s warehouse and the other includes ocean freight, insurance, or delivery to the buyer’s city, a simple division does not make the offers comparable. You should check whether packaging, pallets, inspection, documentation, duties, and taxes are included.

Why You Can't Simply Quote a Price «Per Metric Ton»

A search query such as «sunflower seeds price per metric ton» does not tell the seller what specific product is needed. Even an identical product name does not specify the size, uniformity, moisture content, or acceptable defects. The calculation is influenced by:

• for food or oil production;
• seeds with their shells intact or shelled kernels;
• a product that is unroasted, roasted, or otherwise processed;
• type, size, and sorting method;
• metrics for a specific batch;
• order quantity and delivery schedule;
• type and weight of the package;
• country and destination;
• currency and validity period of the offer;
• Agreed Incoterms® 2020 basis.

A reliable price is always based on the specifications and the commercial offer, not just on the name «sunflower seed.».

Edible and Oilseeds: Different Products and Prices

Oilseed sunflowers are purchased primarily as raw material for oil production. In such transactions, the oil content, moisture content, weed and oil impurities, grain condition, and acceptance terms are key factors. Market reports and purchase prices from Russian processors often pertain specifically to this category.

Edible seeds are selected for roasting, packaging, snack production, or further processing. The buyer places particular importance on appearance, size, and uniformity; kernel development; the proportion of empty, damaged, and broken seeds; purity; and taste and odor after trial processing. A large, uniform fraction may be evaluated differently than oilseed raw material, even if both items are referred to as sunflower seeds.

Shelled kernels are in a category of their own: the finished product, integrity requirements, packaging, protection against oxidation, and microbiological parameters are all different. The price per kilogram of kernels cannot be directly compared to the price of unshelled seeds.

What do types 361 and 363 mean in the query?

The designations 361 and 363 are commonly used in the trade of Chinese edible sunflower seeds. For a buyer, this is a convenient starting point, but not a complete specification. A number alone does not guarantee that the caliber, color, weight per thousand seeds, purity, or actual characteristics of a batch will be the same across different sellers.

In your inquiry, you can write: «I’m interested in food-grade type 361» or «Please compare types 361 and 363,» and then list your specific requirements. On drht.ru, these designations should be considered only as examples of parameters for a purchase inquiry. They do not confirm the availability, deliverability, or fixed price of a specific type.

What parameters should be added to 361/363?

The buyer should specify:

1. Intended use: roasting, packaging, as an ingredient, or other food processing.
2. The required size class and the method for determining it—for example, the size fraction or the number of seeds per specified unit of length, if such a system is used.
3. Tolerance for smaller seeds and lot uniformity.
4. Requirements for color, shape, and appearance.
5. Maximum moisture content, weed impurities, damaged, empty, and broken seeds.
6. Whether or not it has been roasted, and whether it contains salt or flavorings.
7. Requirements for Samples, Laboratory Documentation, and Inspections.

Units of measurement must be specified explicitly. The phrase «large caliber» is open to different interpretations and is not suitable for accurately comparing proposals.

Which quality indicators affect the cost?

The price of edible seeds is not determined solely by size. Each batch must meet the agreed-upon safety and quality requirements. Mandatory technical requirements apply to the import and distribution of food products in the EAEU, including TR TS 021/2011 «On Food Safety» and the labeling rules set forth in TR TS 022/2011. The specific set of documents and the conformity assessment procedure should be clarified with the importer, a certification specialist, and a customs representative before concluding the transaction.

Physical and Organoleptic Parameters

The following topics are typically covered in the specifications:

• humidity;
• purity and the percentage of impurities;
• the percentage of empty, damaged, broken, or discolored seeds;
• pest infestation;
• the absence of moldy, musty, or other foreign odors;
• size, uniformity, and weight per 1,000 seeds, if the buyer requires this information;
• the yield of usable cores or the result of a test firing, if this is important for production.

The values must be consistent with the test methods and permissible deviations. The parameters listed on the product data sheet cannot be considered the results of an analysis of the actual batch.

Safety Metrics and Documents

Depending on the product, its origin, and the destination market, the buyer may request test reports on microbiology, mycotoxins, pesticide residues, heavy metals, and other regulated parameters. The list must comply with the current requirements of the importing country, the intended use of the goods, and the agreed-upon specifications.

Before making payment, it is important to verify which documents pertain to the shipment, who issued them, what methods were used, and whether the shipment numbers match across the reports, packing list, and labeling. Simply listing a document in the request does not prove that it exists or will be provided.

If the specifications have already been prepared, Send it for calculation along with the volume, packaging, and exact destination. This allows you to compare quotes based on the same criteria, rather than just the lowest price.

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How Does Order Volume Affect the Price?

A large shipment sometimes reduces the unit costs for document preparation, packaging, and logistics, but there is no automatic «per-container» discount. The price depends on the availability of the required fraction, the yield after sorting, the production schedule, and the cost of transportation at the time of calculation.

Instead of asking a general question about the MOQ, it is more helpful to provide three figures:

• a trial batch that the buyer is willing to consider;
• the typical order size;
• the projected annual volume, without converting the forecast into a commitment.

The seller must separately confirm the minimum order quantity, and the buyer must verify whether it is suitable for logistics and working capital. This article does not specify the MOQ, inventory levels, or the possibility of regular deliveries.

Packaging and Its Impact on Calculations

The same metric ton of product can be shipped in bags of varying weights, big bags, or other agreed-upon packaging. The price varies depending on the packaging material, printing, inserts, palletizing, labor costs, and container space utilization.

In your request, please include:

• net weight per unit;
• the bag material and whether an inner liner is required;
• neutral or branded labeling;
• language and required label fields;
• the need for pallets and protective film;
• permissible mass deviation;
• Requirements for consumer or shipping packaging.

It is important to distinguish between the net weight of the goods, the gross weight including packaging, and the contract weight. A price «per metric ton» may refer to the net weight, whereas the carrier calculates the weight and volume of the entire shipment.

Season, Harvest, and Price Validity Period

The cost is influenced by the harvest, the availability of the desired size, demand from processors, sorting and storage costs, exchange rates, and carrier rates. Even if the price of raw materials remains stable, freight costs can affect the final delivery cost.

Please ask them to specify the following in the sentence:

• the date the quote was issued;
• its term;
• crop or production period, if applicable;
• available shipping slot;
• currency and payment method;
• assumptions that, if changed, require a recalculation.

The phrase «price is current» is insufficient without a date and expiration date. It is also important for the buyer to know whether the item is reserved and under what circumstances the price is considered confirmed. These terms are agreed upon by the parties; drht.ru does not guarantee them in advance.

FOB, CIF, and DAP: Why the Terms of Delivery Affect the Final Cost

The International Chamber of Commerce’s Incoterms® 2020 rules allocate responsibilities, costs, and risks associated with delivery between the parties. They do not specify quality, payment terms, or the transfer of title; therefore, simply using the abbreviations “FOB” or “CIF” in a contract is not sufficient. The term must be followed by the exact named place or port and the edition of the rules.

FOB

FOB applies to maritime and inland waterway transport. In simple terms, the seller delivers the goods on board the vessel at the agreed port of shipment; the buyer arranges the subsequent main freight. The quotation should read «FOB [specific port], Incoterms® 2020.» The FOB price at one port is not the same as the FOB price at another.

CIF

Under CIF terms, the seller arranges and pays for ocean freight and the insurance required by the terms of the contract to the named port of destination, but the transfer of risk does not coincide with the physical arrival of the goods. The buyer must verify the scope of insurance coverage, terminal charges, unloading, import clearance, and onward delivery.

DAP

Under DAP, the goods are made available to the buyer on the arriving vehicle, ready for unloading, at the named place of destination. Import clearance and related payments are typically the buyer’s responsibility under Incoterms® 2020. The exact address is critical: DAP terminal and DAP warehouse in a different city result in different costs.

The mention of FOB, CIF, and DAP is intended to explain the method of comparison. It does not mean that drht.ru offers or guarantees any of these terms. Any applicable terms must be confirmed in a specific commercial offer.

How to Calculate the Total Cost of a Shipment

It is helpful for an importer to calculate the landed cost—the cost of the goods delivered to the desired destination, including all relevant expenses. Basic model:

Cost of the shipment = goods + packaging + shipping to the point of departure + export charges + main freight + insurance + terminal charges + customs duties + clearance services + domestic shipping.

The total is then divided by the actual net weight received. If necessary, bank charges, inspection costs, downtime, storage costs, exchange rate differences, and losses are accounted for separately.

This is an example—not a real quote

Let's assume, purely for illustrative purposes, that the formula is as follows: the notional price of the commodity is 1,000 calculation units per metric ton, packaging—25, shipping and export costs—35, freight and insurance—140, post-arrival costs—100. In this case, the notional cost to the warehouse is 1,300 calculation units per metric ton, or 1.30 per kilogram.

This is Not the market price, not an offer from drht.ru, and not a benchmark for a transaction. The figures are fictitious and are not tied to any country, currency, 361/363 type, date, or Incoterms®. This example simply illustrates why a price quote of 1,000 per metric ton does not equate to a final cost of 1.00 per kilogram.

Parameters for an Accurate Price Quote

To receive a comparable quote, please send the supplier the following table:

Before submitting a request, you can review category of sunflower seeds, without interpreting the published names as confirmation of current availability. Then Please send the procurement specifications and ask for written confirmation of the specifications, availability, basis, price, and validity period of the offer.

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FAQ

How much do sunflower seeds cost per kilogram?

There is no standard price. To convert, divide the comparable price per metric ton by 1,000. First, specify the product, quality, packaging, currency, date, and Incoterms®: the cost ex-shipper’s warehouse and the cost delivered to the buyer differ.

How can I find out the price per metric ton of sunflower seeds?

Please provide the purpose, type, caliber, quality specifications, quantity, packaging, required documents, delivery date, and exact delivery location. Ask them to specify the currency, the Incoterms® 2020 term, included costs, and the quote’s validity period.

Is there a fixed price for 361 seeds?

There is no single fixed price for grade 361 alone. The price is influenced by particle size, uniformity, defects, moisture content, harvest, volume, packaging, and logistics. The mention of grade 361 on the website does not confirm its availability or the possibility of delivery.

How does shipping affect the cost of a shipment?

The total cost may include delivery to the port, loading, ocean or land freight, insurance, terminal charges, customs clearance, and delivery to the warehouse. The allocation of costs and risks depends on the agreed-upon basis and the exact location.

What information is required for a purchase request?

At a minimum, you need to specify the product type, intended use, type or desired substitute, grade, quality specifications, volume, packaging, destination, and desired delivery date. For imports, requirements regarding labeling, laboratory documentation, and conformity assessment must also be included.

How long is the commercial offer valid?

The validity period is set by the party issuing the offer. It must be specified as a specific date or period. If there are changes to the freight rate, currency, availability of the cargo, or shipment window after the validity period expires, a new price confirmation is required.

How to Request a Quote

Prepare a single specification for all potential contractors: product, type 361/363 if necessary, size, quality, quantity, packaging, and exact destination. Compare not only the price per metric ton, but also the included costs, documentation, validity period, and total cost to your warehouse.

Submit the parameters for the price calculation. The response must separately confirm the availability, compliance with specifications, terms of trade, currency, price validity period, and possible shipment date.

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Sources

1. International Chamber of Commerce — Incoterms® 2020 — Official information on the current version of the rules and the specifics of CIF/DAP.
2. Eurasian Economic Commission — Technical Regulation of the Customs Union No. 021/2011 «On the Safety of Food Products» — Basic food safety requirements.
3. Eurasian Economic Commission — Technical Regulation of the Customs Union No. 022/2011 «Food Products: Labeling Requirements» — Labeling requirements for food products.
4. drht.ru — Wholesale Sunflower Seeds — an existing topic page; published statements are not considered proof of existence.
5. drht.ru — Contact Information — a verified page for submitting a purchase request.
6. drht.ru — existing article «Wholesale Sunflower Seeds» — used only to check for thematic overlap.

This material does not constitute an offer. Prices, availability, specifications, documentation, minimum order quantities, delivery times, and terms of sale are subject to separate written confirmation.