🇸🇸 South Sudan → the world · via Kenya
The Equatoria states hold large wild stands of East African shea (Vitellaria paradoxa subsp. nilotica).
The Equatoria states hold large wild stands of East African shea (Vitellaria paradoxa subsp. nilotica). Nilotica butter is soft, creamy and high in olein, valued by cosmetic brands; it is processed by women's groups and small processors.
Main markets: USA, Europe, cosmetic manufacturers.
Typical specifications; exact parameters are confirmed per lot on the quotation, inspection report and certificate of analysis.
Type 1 of 2 · 🇸🇸 South Sudan
Soft, creamy, mildly nutty unrefined butter.
Sample: $6.50/kg (indicative) Quote this type Order sample
| FFA | ≤ 3% |
|---|---|
| Moisture & impurities | ≤ 0.2% |
| Colour | ivory |
Type 2 of 2 · 🇸🇸 South Sudan
Dried kernels for processors.
Sample: $1.60/kg (indicative) Quote this type Order sample
| Moisture | ≤ 8% |
|---|---|
| Fat | ≥ 45% |
| Region | Notes |
|---|---|
| Western & Central Equatoria (Yambio, Yei, Maridi) | Main shea parklands. |
| Eastern Equatoria | Wild shea. |
Nut collection April–August.
HS codes: 1207.99 (shea nuts) · 1515.90 (shea butter)
Transactions are screened against UN, US, EU and UK sanctions lists. Payment is usually by advance transfer with goods inspected before release.
Buyer guides
How to choose between extra virgin, crude and refined avocado oil, key specs (FFA, peroxide), packing and pricing for bulk buyers.
Read guide →Natural, low-input products from South Sudan and the Northern Corridor route that brings them to the sea.
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