Sesame

Vink Corporation is a leading global exporter of Natural White Sesame Seeds, Hulled Sesame Seeds and Premium Sesame Seeds. The origination communities and production facilities are located in the major producing regions of Africa such as Nigeria. Our commitment to become global suppliers has pushed us to create an exemplary product outreach in Asia, Europe and America.

Nigerian Sesame Seeds

Nigeria is a major producer and exporter of sesame seeds and ranks within the top 5 across the world.

Nigerian sesame seeds are known for their high quality, purity, and rich taste. The seeds are exported to Europe, North America, Far-East, and Middle East.

Hulled Sesame Seeds (HSS)

Specially collected natural Sesame Seeds from selective regions are dehulled using wet hulling processing in our state-of-the-art factory located in the port city of Lagos, Nigeria. Our HSS is best for confectioneries, breads, seasoning, Tahina etc. We pack our HSS in New Multi layered Paper Bags.

Packing Size:

15kg, 25kg, 50 lbs

Natural White Sesame Seeds (NWSS)

Our Natural White Sesame Seeds (NWSS) are sourced from the best producers in the industry and undergo rigorous cleaning processes to remove impurities and achieve various purity levels. This variety is best suited for making Tahini and Haleva, as well as oil crushing. It is packaged in new paper bags of 50kg each, ensuring that the seeds stay fresh during transportation.

Packing Size:

50 kg

Premium Sesame Seeds (PSS)

NWSS is further fine-cleaned and segregated from dark seed using high-performance colour sorting machines. These seeds are used for many purposes, including baking and roasting. They are packed in new paper bags.

Packing Size:

50 kg & 30 kg

Natural White Sesame Seeds (NWSS)

Our Natural White Sesame Seeds (NWSS) are sourced from the best producers in the industry and undergo rigorous cleaning processes to remove impurities and achieve various purity levels. This variety is best suited for making Tahini and Haleva, as well as oil crushing. It is packaged in new PP bags of 50kg each, ensuring that the seeds stay fresh during transportation.

Packing Size:

50 kg

Premium Sesame Seeds (PSS)

NWSS is further fine cleaned and segregated from dark seed using high performance European made colour sorting machines.These seeds are used for many purposes, including baking and roasting. They are packed in new PP bags of 50 kg and 30 kg size.

Packing Size:

50 kg & 30 kg

Hulled Sesame Seeds (HSS)

Specially collected natural Sesame Seeds from selective regions are dehulled using wet hulling processing in our state-of-the-art factory located in the port city of Lagos, Nigeria. Our HSS is best for confectioneries, breads, seasoning and Tahina etc. We pack our HSS in New Multi layered Paper Bags of 25 kg, 15 kg, and 50 lbs.

Packing Size:

15kg, 25kg, 50 lbs

Sourcing

WACOT Limited – also a member of TGI Group – is our sister company in Nigeria that is a leader in food and agro-allied company. WACOT’s operations cover agri-inputs, sustainable origination, manufacturing and branding, and supply chain & logistics across various value chains.

WACOT works with farmers sustainably using the out-grower program. This program engages thousands of farmers across Nigeria—improving crop yields and farmers’ incomes. The program provides high quality inputs in sesame processing, educates farmers on good agricultural practices, and buys the harvested farm produce.

How Do We Assure Quality Supplies to Customers?

Our production facility at WACOT is  FSSC 22000 Certified and has commitment to ensure processing of quality and safe products in a hygienic environment which meets statutory and regulatory requirements while ensuring our customers are satisfied. Our 2000 sq ft of in-house use laboratories have ultra-modern equipment to ensure analysis of product for Quality & Process Control. We check both raw materials and finished products for various physical, chemical and microbiological parameters. Finally, we engage with of globally recognized third-party agencies for certificate of analysis on dispatches.

Inhouse Lab

Certifications

Certificate Kosher Africa WACOT[32]

Certificate Kosher Africa WACOT[32]

Wacot 2021 SON Certificate

Sesame Seeds
The sesame plant grows in tropical and subtropical parts of the world, including Asia, Africa, and South America. People cultivate it for its edible seeds, which are a popular addition to many dishes all over the world. The sesame plant, Sesamum indicum, produces seeds that contain protein, fiber, and healthy fats. Sesame seeds also provide calcium, B vitamins, vitamin E, and antioxidants.
Use of Sesame seeds
People can eat sesame seeds as they are, add them as an ingredient to meals, use sesame seed oil in seasoning and cooking.

Tahini, which people use to make hummus and other foods, is a paste made from sesame seeds.
Nigerian Sesame Seeds
Over the last decade Nigeria has consistently increased Sesame seed production and Exports. Currently Nigeria is the 2nd biggest exporter of Sesame seed in Africa and 3rd in the world.

Nigerian is slowly emerging as a preferred Sesame seed Supplier to the world due to its diversity in crop and the investments in value added business happening in Nigeria. The Nigerian seeds are well accepted in Europe, North America, FarEast, and Middle East equally.

Hulled Sesame seeds

Hulled Sesame Seeds Specifications

Packing Material:

In New Multi layered Paper Bags

Packing Size:

25 KG
15 KG
50 LBS

Natural Sesame seeds

Natural White Sesame seeds Specifications

Packing:

In New PP Bags

Packing Size:

50kg

Sourcing Nigeria

Wacot have extensive reach in all part of Nigeria through our Group company Wacot Limited. WACOT Limited is a leading food and Agro-allied company with sizeable investments in value chains of various crops across Nigeria. WACOT operates multiple processing sites, with branches and regional offices nationwide, employing thousands of staff across various value chains.

In order to grow profitably and sustainably, WACOT works closely with all stakeholders, conducting its business in a socially responsible and environmentally friendly manner and partnering with local communities, thereby sharing wealth and knowledge.

The key driver of WACOT’s sustainability is our out-grower model through which we engage thousands of farmers across Nigeria – improving crop yields and farmers’ incomes. WACOT provides high quality inputs, educates farmers on good agricultural practices, and buys the harvested farm produce.

How do we assure Quality supplies to Customers?

WACOT; an FSSC 22000 v5.1 Certified company has a commitment to ensure processing of Quality and Safe products in a hygienic environment which must meet statutory and regulatory requirements while ensuring our customers are satisfied.

In actualizing this, we have the following measures in place.

  • Development of Good and consistent Quality control plan
  • Robust HACCP and HARP Plan
  • Product Inspection
  • Total Quality Management across supply chain.
  • Job competency of food workers
  • Instilling quality and food safety culture in all personnel
  • World class machines which deliver world class quality output.
  • Sound engineers to ensure comprehensive preventive maintenance for all factory operations.
  • Inhouse Quality Control laboratory facilities (Chemical, Physical and Microbiology laboratories) with competent and skilled scientists to ensure analysis of basic parameters and conformance to requirements
  • Product validation through ISO 17025 accredited external laboratories.
  • Product release protocol on confirmation of conformance of product to both Local and destination regulatory requirements.

Engagement of globally recognized third party agency for certificate of analysis on dispatches.

Inhouse Lab

2000 Sq.Ft. Inhouse laboratories also have ultra-modern facility to ensure analysis of product for Quality & Process Control
Physical parameters: Chemical parameters: Microbiology Parameters:
Moisture
FFA
Salmonella
pH
Aflatoxin
E. coli/Coliform
Purity
Pesticide Residue
Listeria monocytogenes
Infestation
Heavy Metals
Bacillus cereus
Coloured Seeds
Oil
Total plate count
Foreign Matters
Crude Fibre
Yeast & Mould
Seed count
Ash
Enterobacteriaceae
Acid Insoluble Ash
Clostrodium
Peroxide Value
Anaerobic spores forming bacteria
Altenuen
Alternariol
Alternariol-monomethylether
Tentoxin
Tenuazonic acid

Certifications

Certificate Kosher Africa WACOT[32]

FSSC 22000 V5.1 Certificate[73]

Wacot 2021 SON Certificate

Natural White Sesame seeds Specifications

Benefits of Sesame seeds

 

  • Good Source of Fiber – A 3-tablespoon (30-gram) serving of sesame seeds supplies 12% of the RDI for fiber, which is vital for your digestive health
  • May Lower Cholesterol & Triglycerides – Sesame seeds may help reduce heart disease risk factors, including elevated triglyceride and “bad” LDL cholesterol levels.
  • Nutritious source of plant protein – Sesame seeds supply 5 grams of protein per 3-tablespoon (30-gram) serving
  • May Help Lower Blood Pressure – Sesame seeds are high in magnesium, which may help lower blood pressure (20Trusted Source). Additionally, lignans, vitamin E, and other antioxidants in sesame seeds may help prevent plaque buildup in your arteries, potentially maintaining healthy blood pressure
  • May Support Healthy Bones – Sesame seeds are rich in several nutrients that boost bone health, though the calcium
  • Good Source of B Vitamins – Sesame seeds are a good source of thiamine, niacin, and vitamin B6, which are necessary for proper cellular function and metabolism.
  • May Aid Blood Cell Formation – Sesame seeds supply iron, copper, and vitamin B6, which are needed for blood cell formation and function.
  • May Aid Blood Sugar Control – Sesame seeds may aid blood sugar control because they’re low in carbs and high in quality protein and healthy fats. What’s more, they contain a plant compound that may help in this regard.
  • Rich in Antioxidants
  • May Support Your Immune System – Sesame seeds are a good source of several nutrients that are important for immune system function, including zinc, selenium, copper, iron, vitamin B6, and vitamin E.

Why buy from Vink?

Consistently Reliable Product Quality, All Year Round

  • All Products Processed in Our Facilities Only
  • Direct sourcing from farmers.
  • Assured final product quality, regardless of crop quality.

Food Safety

  • Comprehensive Quality Control
  • No Human Touch at any step

Independent Testing

  • As per customer requirements in leading FOSFA Approved laboratories

 Excellent Customer Service

  • Ethical Business Practices
  • Commitments 100% Fulfilled

Food Safety & Quality Control

  • Comprehensive Quality Control
  • In-house 2000 Sq.Ft. Laboratory for Quality & Process Control
  • Comprehensive Sampling & Testing by dedicated lab technicians.

Research & Development

  • Continuous improvements in Product Quality, Process Efficiencies

Certifications

Certificate-Kosher-Africa-WACOT32
KOSHER CERTIFICATE
FSSC-22000-V5.1-Certificate73
FSSC 22000 CETIFICATE
Wacot-2021-SON-Certificate
ISO 22000 Certifate

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