Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Germany Rapeseed market intelligence page includes 0 premium suppliers.
- 5 sampled export transactions for Germany are summarized.
- 77 export partner companies and 38 import partner companies are mapped for Rapeseed in Germany.
- Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 5.
- 5 export partner countries and 5 import partner countries are ranked.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-04-12.
Rapeseed Export Supplier Intelligence, Price Trends, and Trade Flows in Germany
77 export partner companies are tracked for Rapeseed in Germany. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to validate exporter coverage, partner quality, and route priorities.
Explore Rapeseed export intelligence in Germany, including 5 sampled supplier transactions, monthly unit-price ranges, and partner-country trade flow patterns for HS Code 120510.
Scatter points are sampled from 20.7% of the full transaction dataset.
Sample Export Supplier Transaction Records for Rapeseed in Germany
5 sampled Rapeseed transactions in Germany include date, origin, and partner-country context to benchmark export prices and supplier trading patterns.
Rapeseed sampled transaction unit prices by date in Germany: 2026-02-24: 11.52 USD / kg, 2026-02-16: 12.14 USD / kg, 2026-02-12: 14.27 USD / kg, 2026-02-10: 11.45 USD / kg, 2026-02-05: 12.10 USD / kg.
| Date | Reported Product | Unit Price | Exporter | Importer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-24 | СЕМ*** ********** ***** ******* ***** ******* *** *********** ******* **** ****** ************** | 11.52 USD / kg | (Germany) | (Kazakhstan) | |
| 2026-02-16 | СЕМ*** ******* ***** ******* ******** ** ** ** ***** ****** *** ********** | 12.14 USD / kg | (Germany) | (Kazakhstan) | |
| 2026-02-12 | СЕМ*** ********** ***** ******* ***** ********* *** *********** ******* **** ****** ************** | 14.27 USD / kg | (Germany) | (Kazakhstan) | |
| 2026-02-10 | СЕМ*** ********** ***** ******* ***** ****** *** *********** ******* **** ****** ************** | 11.45 USD / kg | (Germany) | (Kazakhstan) | |
| 2026-02-05 | СЕМ*** ********** ***** ******* ***** ****** *** *********** ******* **** ****** ************** | 12.10 USD / kg | (Germany) | (Kazakhstan) |
Top Rapeseed Export Suppliers and Companies in Germany
Review leading exporter profiles and benchmark them against 77 total export partner companies tracked for Rapeseed in Germany. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to shortlist sourcing and export partners faster.
(Germany)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-12
Industries: Crop ProductionAnimal ProductionFood ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingTrade
(Germany)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-12
Industries: Crop ProductionBrokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / Wholesale
(Germany)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-12
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Germany)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-12
Industries: Food ManufacturingCrop ProductionAnimal Production
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingDistribution / WholesaleTrade
(Germany)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-04-16
Industries: OthersBeverage ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingTradeFood Manufacturing
(Germany)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-12
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
Germany Export Partner Coverage
77 companies
Total export partner company count is a core signal of Germany export network depth for Rapeseed.
Exporters and importers can open Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to assess Rapeseed partner concentration, capacity signals, and trade relevance in Germany.
Annual Export Value, Volume, and Supplier Market Size for Rapeseed in Germany (HS Code 120510)
Analyze 3 years of Rapeseed export volume and value in Germany to evaluate supplier market growth, seasonality, and trade volatility.
| Year | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 88,451,707 | 143,554,606 USD |
| 2023 | 64,849,594 | 180,456,683 USD |
| 2022 | 77,447,920 | 199,408,608 USD |
Top Destination Markets for Rapeseed Exports from Germany (HS Code 120510) in 2024
For 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 5 destination countries for Rapeseed exports from Germany.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Belgium | 38,402,984 | 17,839,330.401 USD |
| 2 | Ukraine | 1,663,800 | 17,339,173.214 USD |
| 3 | Lithuania | 521,349 | 11,731,676.106 USD |
| 4 | Poland | 4,198,460 | 11,166,277.354 USD |
| 5 | Czechia | 3,207,860 | 10,072,578.442 USD |
Rapeseed Import Buyer Intelligence and Price Signals in Germany: Buyers, Demand, and Trade Partners
38 import partner companies are tracked for Rapeseed in Germany. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to analyze buyer demand, partner density, and downstream channels.
Scatter points are sampled from 8.4% of the full transaction dataset.
Sample Import Transaction and Price Records for Rapeseed in Germany
5 sampled Rapeseed import transactions in Germany provide date, origin, and trade-country context to benchmark price levels and demand-side trading patterns.
Rapeseed sampled import transaction unit prices by date in Germany: 2025-12-17: 0.56 USD / kg, 2025-12-16: 0.36 USD / kg, 2025-12-16: 0.54 USD / kg, 2025-12-10: 0.52 USD / kg, 2025-12-04: 1.15 USD / kg.
| Date | Reported Product | Unit Price | Exporter | Importer | Origin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-17 | ПРО*** ****** ****** *** ******* *** ****** | 0.56 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2025-12-16 | ПРО*** ****** ****** *** ******* *** ****** | 0.36 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2025-12-16 | ПРО*** ****** ****** *** ******* *** ****** | 0.54 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2025-12-10 | ПРО*** ****** ****** *** ******* *** ****** | 0.52 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2025-12-04 | МАС** ******** ***** *** ************ *** ************* *********** ***************** ********** ************ *** ************ * **** | 1.15 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - |
Top Rapeseed Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners in Germany
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them with 38 total import partner companies tracked for Rapeseed in Germany. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate demand-side partner fit.
(Germany)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-12
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Crop ProductionFood WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingTrade
(Germany)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-12
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Crop ProductionFood ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
(Germany)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-12
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Logistics
(Germany)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-12
Industries: Crop ProductionOthers
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing
(Germany)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-12
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingLogisticsRetailFood Manufacturing
(Germany)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-12
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Industries: Crop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingDistribution / Wholesale
Germany Import Partner Coverage
38 companies
Import partner company count highlights demand-side visibility for Rapeseed in Germany.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Rapeseed importers, distributors, and buyer networks in Germany.
Annual Import Value, Volume, and Demand Size for Rapeseed in Germany (HS Code 120510)
Track 3 years of Rapeseed import volume and value in Germany to assess demand growth and market momentum.
| Year | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 3,539,613,004 | 1,898,349,921 USD |
| 2023 | 6,210,259,767 | 3,435,159,896 USD |
| 2022 | 5,282,314,310 | 4,320,235,523 USD |
Top Origin Supplier Countries Supplying Rapeseed to Germany (HS Code 120510) in 2024
For 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 5 origin supplier countries supplying Rapeseed to Germany.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ukraine | 1,392,133,431 | 731,584,795.365 USD |
| 2 | France | 710,840,768 | 391,882,952.453 USD |
| 3 | Australia | 755,408,933 | 382,111,532.303 USD |
| 4 | Lithuania | 389,762,320 | 201,979,437.126 USD |
| 5 | Poland | 286,516,976 | 153,020,160.745 USD |
Rapeseed Wholesale Supplier Price Trends in Germany
Track Rapeseed wholesale supplier price benchmarks and recent export price updates in Germany.
Historical Rapeseed Wholesale Supplier Prices in Germany (USD/kg)
Yearly average, lower, and upper Rapeseed wholesale prices with YoY changes provide benchmark data for supplier pricing and export competitiveness in Germany.
Rapeseed yearly average wholesale prices in Germany: 2021: 0.34 USD / kg, 2022: 0.43 USD / kg, 2023: 0.35 USD / kg, 2024: 0.32 USD / kg, 2025: 0.42 USD / kg, 2026: 0.40 USD / kg.
| Year | Average Unit Price | Lower Unit Price | Upper Unit Price | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 0.34 USD / kg | 0.23 USD / kg | 0.40 USD / kg | - |
| 2022 | 0.43 USD / kg | 0.34 USD / kg | 0.58 USD / kg | - |
| 2023 | 0.35 USD / kg | 0.27 USD / kg | 0.44 USD / kg | - |
| 2024 | 0.32 USD / kg | 0.25 USD / kg | 0.55 USD / kg | - |
| 2025 | 0.42 USD / kg | 0.22 USD / kg | 0.58 USD / kg | - |
| 2026 | 0.40 USD / kg | 0.22 USD / kg | 0.58 USD / kg | - |
Latest Rapeseed Wholesale Export Price Updates in Germany
Use the latest 5 updates to check current Rapeseed wholesale export price points and origin-level changes in Germany.
Rapeseed latest wholesale updates by date in Germany: 2026-03-01: 290.48 USD / kg, 2026-03-01: 282.38 USD / kg, 2026-03-01: 580.21 USD / kg, 2026-03-01: 280.49 USD / kg, 2026-03-01: 279.54 USD / kg.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | Origin Country | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-01 | Rap***** **** * ************* ********* ******* ******** | 290.48 USD / kg | - | |
| 2026-03-01 | Rap***** **** * ************* ********* ******* *********** | 282.38 USD / kg | - | |
| 2026-03-01 | Rap***** * ************* ********* ******* ******** | 580.21 USD / kg | - | |
| 2026-03-01 | Rap***** **** * ************* ********* ******* ***** | 280.49 USD / kg | - | |
| 2026-03-01 | Rap***** **** * ************* ********* ************ | 279.54 USD / kg | - |
Rapeseed Farmgate Supplier Cost Trends in Germany
Monitor Rapeseed farmgate supplier cost benchmarks and latest origin-side cost movements in Germany.
Historical Rapeseed Farmgate Supplier Prices in Germany (USD/kg)
Yearly average, lower, and upper farmgate prices with YoY changes reveal origin-side supplier cost trends for Rapeseed in Germany.
Rapeseed yearly average farmgate prices in Germany: 2020: 0.43 USD / kg, 2021: 0.59 USD / kg, 2022: 0.75 USD / kg, 2023: 0.47 USD / kg, 2024: 0.47 USD / kg, 2025: 0.53 USD / kg.
| Year | Average Unit Price | Lower Unit Price | Upper Unit Price | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 0.43 USD / kg | 0.43 USD / kg | 0.43 USD / kg | - |
| 2021 | 0.59 USD / kg | 0.43 USD / kg | 0.79 USD / kg | - |
| 2022 | 0.75 USD / kg | 0.57 USD / kg | 1.01 USD / kg | - |
| 2023 | 0.47 USD / kg | 0.42 USD / kg | 0.61 USD / kg | - |
| 2024 | 0.47 USD / kg | 0.43 USD / kg | 0.50 USD / kg | - |
| 2025 | 0.53 USD / kg | 0.50 USD / kg | 0.58 USD / kg | - |
Latest Rapeseed Farmgate Export Cost Updates in Germany
Review the latest 5 farmgate updates to monitor recent Rapeseed origin-side price movements in Germany.
Rapeseed latest farmgate updates by date in Germany: 2025-05-01: 541.97 USD / kg, 2024-10-01: 499.62 USD / kg, 2024-10-01: 477.53 USD / kg, 2024-06-01: 480.50 USD / kg, 2023-06-01: 421.34 USD / kg.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | Origin Country | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-05-01 | Rap***** * * *** * | 541.97 USD / kg | - | |
| 2024-10-01 | Rap***** ********* * *** * | 499.62 USD / kg | National | |
| 2024-10-01 | Rap***** ********* * *** * | 477.53 USD / kg | National | |
| 2024-06-01 | Rap***** ********* * *** * | 480.50 USD / kg | National | |
| 2023-06-01 | Rap***** ********* * *** * | 421.34 USD / kg | National |
Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormDry
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Market
Rapeseed (oilseed rape) is a major arable crop in Germany and an important feedstock for the country’s oilseed crushing and refining sector. Domestic crush produces rapeseed oil for food and industrial uses (including biodiesel supply chains) and rapeseed meal for livestock feed. Availability is strongly seasonal around the summer harvest, while processing demand runs year-round, creating periodic reliance on inter-regional and extra-EU sourcing. For biodiesel-linked demand, compliance with EU Renewable Energy Directive sustainability requirements and recognized certification schemes is a critical market-access gate.
Market RoleMajor producer and crusher; significant domestic consumer via food oil, feed meal, and biofuel-related demand
Domestic RoleLarge domestic crushing market converting seed into rapeseed oil and rapeseed meal for food, feed, and industrial uses
Market GrowthMixed (medium-term outlook)policy- and margin-driven fluctuations rather than steady growth
SeasonalityWinter oilseed rape dominates; harvest is concentrated in mid-summer with regional variation across northern and eastern Germany.
Specification
Primary VarietyWinter oilseed rape (00/double-low types are standard in EU food/feed chains)
Secondary Variety
- Spring rapeseed (limited role versus winter types)
Physical Attributes
- Clean, sound seed with low admixture/foreign matter
- No heating, visible mold, or off-odors (storage stability)
- Uniform seed condition to support consistent crushing performance
Compositional Metrics
- Oil content is a core commercial parameter in crusher contracts
- Moisture and free fatty acid indicators are monitored to reduce spoilage and processing losses
- Food/feed chain acceptance typically expects low erucic acid and low glucosinolates consistent with 00 profiles (as applicable to end use)
Grades
- Crusher contract specifications (typically moisture/admixture/oil-content based)
- Sustainability-certified lots for biofuel-linked outlets (e.g., ISCC EU / REDcert) when required by buyers
Packaging
- Bulk (truck/rail) from farm or collection points to crushers
- Bulk vessel for seaborne imports where applicable
- Big bags used for certain merchant and specialty lots
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Farm harvest → on-farm drying/storage (as needed) → local collectors/cooperatives → oilseed crushers → refining/bottling or industrial use (incl. biodiesel supply chains) → rapeseed meal to feed sector
Temperature
- Maintain dry, cool storage conditions with aeration to prevent self-heating and quality loss
Shelf Life
- Storage life is highly dependent on moisture control and prevention of heating; quality and processability degrade with poor storage conditions.
Freight IntensityMedium
Transport ModeMultimodal
Risks
Sustainability Compliance HighFor rapeseed oil sold into biodiesel/renewable fuel value chains in Germany, failure to meet EU Renewable Energy Directive sustainability and traceability requirements (or lack of buyer-accepted certification) can block access to key outlets and trigger contract rejection.Contract upfront on the required RED-recognized certification scheme (e.g., ISCC EU or REDcert), chain-of-custody model, and documentation package; perform pre-shipment document reconciliation and periodic third-party audits.
Climate MediumWeather variability (drought/heat stress and harvest-time rainfall) can reduce yields and affect oil content/quality, tightening domestic supply and increasing price volatility in Germany.Diversify sourcing (domestic regions + extra-EU origins where feasible), use forward contracts/hedging policies where available, and align intake specs with storage and drying capacity planning.
Food Safety MediumNon-compliance with EU pesticide residue limits or quality defects linked to poor storage (e.g., heating/mold) can lead to rejection, downgrading, or restricted end-use for German buyers.Implement pre-delivery testing against EU MRLs and buyer-specific limits, and enforce storage SOPs (moisture control, aeration, temperature monitoring) with documented records.
Logistics MediumBulk freight and energy cost swings can quickly compress crush margins and alter Germany’s import pull, increasing commercial risk for suppliers and buyers during tight supply periods.Use flexible delivery windows and multimodal routing options, include freight adjustment clauses where appropriate, and monitor freight/energy indicators alongside crush spread economics.
Sustainability
- EU Renewable Energy Directive (RED) sustainability and traceability requirements for biomass/biofuels can gate access to biodiesel-linked demand for rapeseed oil
- Greenhouse-gas accounting and mass-balance chain-of-custody expectations under recognized certification schemes (e.g., ISCC EU, REDcert) where applicable
- Policy and reputational scrutiny of crop-based biofuels (including ILUC debates) can shift demand and pricing for rapeseed oil
Labor & Social
- Compliance with EU/Germany labor standards and contractor management in agriculture and logistics; rapeseed production is largely mechanized, reducing (but not eliminating) labor-intensity concerns
Standards
- ISCC EU (biofuel sustainability certification)
- REDcert (German/EU biofuel sustainability certification)
- GMP+ (feed safety management systems for meal supply chains)
- QS Qualität und Sicherheit (German food chain assurance, where required by buyers)
- VLOG 'Ohne Gentechnik' supply chain standard (where non-GMO claims are required by buyers)
FAQ
Why is sustainability certification a deal-breaker for some rapeseed sales in Germany?A large share of rapeseed oil demand is connected to biodiesel and renewable fuel value chains, where buyers must demonstrate compliance with EU Renewable Energy Directive sustainability and traceability requirements. If a shipment cannot meet the required documentation or certification scheme accepted by the buyer (such as ISCC EU or REDcert), it can be excluded from those outlets.
When is rapeseed typically harvested in Germany, and why does seasonality matter?German rapeseed production is dominated by winter oilseed rape, with harvest concentrated in mid-summer (commonly July–August). This creates a seasonal supply pulse that feeds storage and year-round processing, so storage quality management and traded supply become especially important outside the harvest window.
What are common quality parameters German crushers look for in rapeseed?Crusher contracts commonly focus on moisture and cleanliness (low admixture/foreign matter) to prevent spoilage and processing losses, as well as oil content because it directly affects crushing yield. Buyers also expect compliance with EU pesticide residue limits for oilseeds placed on the EU market.
Sources
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