Sudan Gum Arabic Supplier: Buy Hashab & Talha Gum Arabic, Sesame and Hibiscus
Hashab vs talha gum arabic, grades and specs, Sudanese sesame and hibiscus — and how we handle risk in today's Sudan.
Read guide →🇸🇩 Regional sourcing · Sudan → the world
Import products from Sudan
Sudan is the world's largest producer of gum arabic and a major exporter of sesame, groundnuts, hibiscus (karkadeh), cotton and live sheep and goats to the Gulf.
Sourcing from Sudan
Sudan's savannah 'gum belt' across Kordofan, Darfur, Gedaref, Blue Nile and White Nile states produces most of the world's gum arabic, used as an emulsifier and stabiliser (E414) in soft drinks, confectionery and pharmaceuticals. Rain-fed farming in Gedaref and Sennar makes Sudan one of the largest sesame exporters, and the Gezira scheme grows long-staple cotton.
Since April 2023 Sudan has been affected by armed conflict, which disrupts production, banking and inland transport. Port Sudan on the Red Sea remains the main export gateway. We work only with established, screened exporters, confirm availability per order and apply enhanced sanctions and due-diligence checks to every transaction.
How we help
- Tell us what you need. Choose the origin country, product, type, quantity, Incoterm and your destination port or airport on our order form.
- We find and verify suppliers. Licensed exporters, cooperatives, washing stations, processors and mines — checked for licences, capacity and track record.
- Quality & samples. Pre-shipment samples, cupping or lab analysis, and independent inspection (SGS, Bureau Veritas, Intertek, Alex Stewart) before loading.
- Documents & compliance. Origin-country export permits, certificates of origin, phytosanitary and quality certificates, and due-diligence files (EUDR, conflict minerals, CITES).
- Logistics to your port. Bonded transit through Kenya to Mombasa or via Dar es Salaam, Djibouti or Matadi — consolidated with Kenyan cargo where it saves you money.
Products from Sudan
5 product categories with types, specifications and growing areas.
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Sudanese Gum Arabic (Hashab & Talha)
Gum arabic is the dried natural exudate of acacia trees.
Types: Hashab · Talha · Spray-Dried Gum Arabic Powder
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Sudanese Sesame & Groundnuts
Sudan is among the world's top sesame exporters.
Types: Gedaref White Sesame · Red / Mixed Sesame · Groundnuts
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Sudanese Hibiscus (Karkadeh) & Botanicals
Sudan is a leading exporter of dried hibiscus (Hibiscus sabdariffa, 'karkadeh') calyces used in herbal teas, beverages and natural colourings.
Types: Dried Hibiscus Calyces · Hibiscus · Senna Leaves & Pods
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Sudanese Livestock & Meat
Sudan is one of Africa's largest exporters of live sheep and goats, especially Sudanese desert sheep (Hamari and Kabashi breeds) shipped to Saudi Arabia and the Gulf, particularly ahead of Hajj and Eid.
Types: Live Desert Sheep · Halal Sheep & Goat Meat
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Sudanese Cotton Lint
Sudan grows long and extra-long staple cotton in the irrigated Gezira scheme and medium-staple cotton in rain-fed and irrigated areas.
Types: Long-Staple Cotton · Medium-Staple CottonRegulators & agencies
- Ministry of Trade & Supply (export registration)
- Sudanese Standards & Metrology Organisation (SSMO)
- Plant Protection Directorate (phytosanitary)
- Ministry of Animal Resources (livestock & meat health certificates)
- Central Bank of Sudan (export proceeds rules)
- Sudan Customs Authority
Export documents
- Export registration & bank export form (EX)
- Certificate of Origin (COMESA / general)
- Phytosanitary certificate
- SSMO quality certificate
- Veterinary health certificate (livestock & meat)
- Fumigation certificate (where required)
Compliance notes
Every Sudan transaction is screened against UN, US (OFAC), EU and UK sanctions lists, including entities linked to the parties in the current conflict. We do not trade Sudanese gold because of the high risk of conflict financing. Payment channels and logistics are agreed before contract.
FAQ — importing from Sudan
Is it still possible to import gum arabic and sesame from Sudan?
Yes. Exports continue through Port Sudan, although volumes and lead times are affected by the conflict. We confirm availability, quality and logistics for each order before you pay.
Can you supply Sudanese gold?
No. Because of conflict-financing and sanctions risks we do not handle gold from Sudan.
Buyer guides
Guides for importers
Ready to import from Kenya?
Tell us the product, variety, quantity, Incoterm (FOB / CIF / CFR / DAP) and your destination port or airport. We reply with a formal quotation, usually within one business day.