Derived Products
Cottonseed Meal, Cottonseed Oil
HS Code
120729
Last Updated
2026-06-01
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Cottonseed market coverage spans 93 countries.
- 379 exporter companies and 357 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 1,107 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 18 countries.
- 2 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-06-01.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Cottonseed
Analyze 1,107 supplier-linked transactions across the top 18 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Cottonseed.
Cottonseed Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Cottonseed to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Cottonseed: Vietnam (+1099.7%), India (+357.3%), France (+83.1%).
Cottonseed Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-07, benchmark Cottonseed country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-12, countries with visible Cottonseed transaction unit prices: France (21.77 USD / kg), China (6.93 USD / kg), Costa Rica (5.46 USD / kg), India (5.42 USD / kg), Zimbabwe (1.85 USD / kg), 6 more countries.
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | +357.3% | 132 | 4.86 USD / kg (474,992.002 kg) | 0.56 USD / kg (746,543.996 kg) | 0.93 USD / kg (710,646.001 kg) | 11.10 USD / kg (118,196.8 kg) | 1.40 USD / kg (234,564.002 kg) | 5.42 USD / kg (28,000 kg) | ||||||
| Kazakhstan | +29.4% | 384 | 0.15 USD / kg (45,622 kg) | 0.21 USD / kg (1,314,721 kg) | 0.34 USD / kg (1,116,470 kg) | 0.16 USD / kg (9,735,472 kg) | 0.15 USD / kg (10,233,260 kg) | 0.13 USD / kg (15,566,780 kg) | ||||||
| Malawi | -59.1% | 34 | 0.08 USD / kg (168,000 kg) | 0.08 USD / kg (240,000 kg) | 0.08 USD / kg (240,000 kg) | 0.08 USD / kg (96,000 kg) | - (-) | 0.08 USD / kg (48,000 kg) | ||||||
| China | +34.0% | 25 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 2.16 USD / kg (686,000 kg) | 6.93 USD / kg (219,530 kg) | ||||||
| Costa Rica | +82.8% | 19 | - (-) | - (-) | 5.44 USD / kg (3.204 kg) | 5.48 USD / kg (0.21 kg) | 5.48 USD / kg (31.56 kg) | 5.46 USD / kg (19.035 kg) | ||||||
| Benin | -22.5% | 7 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 0.17 USD / kg (477,953.001 kg) | ||||||
| Uzbekistan | +51.2% | 5 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| United States | -12.2% | 392 | 0.33 USD / kg (3,331,563.88 kg) | 0.34 USD / kg (4,579,747.1 kg) | 0.35 USD / kg (2,872,046.57 kg) | 0.33 USD / kg (15,636,671.96 kg) | 0.33 USD / kg (5,308,239.455 kg) | 0.33 USD / kg (16,926,526.868 kg) | ||||||
| Argentina | -14.5% | 84 | 0.25 USD / kg (1,290,480 kg) | 0.27 USD / kg (2,295,620.01 kg) | 0.29 USD / kg (4,445,679.993 kg) | 0.35 USD / kg (1,863,680.014 kg) | 0.34 USD / kg (1,249,700.012 kg) | 0.33 USD / kg (746,240 kg) | ||||||
| Australia | +6.0% | 4 | - (-) | - (-) | 0.38 USD / kg (21,664,380 kg) | 0.36 USD / kg (221,420 kg) | - (-) | 0.36 USD / kg (74,600 kg) |
Cottonseed Global Supply Chain Coverage
736 companies
379 exporters and 357 importers are mapped for Cottonseed.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Cottonseed, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Cottonseed Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
379 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Cottonseed. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Cottonseed Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners
2 premium Cottonseed suppliers include country, industry, and contactability signals to prioritize credible export partners faster.
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Nigeria
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South Africa
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Cottonseed Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 379 total exporter companies in the Cottonseed supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Turkiye)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-01
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Kazakhstan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-01
Industries: Crop ProductionOthers
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingOthers
Exporting Countries: Kyrgyzstan
Supplying Products: Cottonseed
(Kazakhstan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-01
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
(Turkiye)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-01
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
(Malawi)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-01
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingBrokers And Trade AgenciesCrop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingTrade
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-03
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Freight Forwarding And IntermodalLand Transport
Value Chain Roles: Logistics
Cottonseed Global Exporter Coverage
379 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Cottonseed supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Cottonseed opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.
Top Exporting Countries for Cottonseed (HS Code 120729) in 2024
For Cottonseed in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Australia | 610,380,680 kg | 246,318,960.356 USD |
| 2 | United States | 248,676,255 kg | 90,423,094 USD |
| 3 | Greece | 175,128,477 kg | 70,496,625.649 USD |
| 4 | Brazil | 36,065,252 kg | 10,933,797 USD |
| 5 | Azerbaijan | 34,702,284 kg | 6,000,294.05 USD |
| 6 | Paraguay | 13,412,250 kg | 3,071,258.81 USD |
| 7 | Togo | 9,854,000 kg | 2,475,430.286 USD |
| 8 | Italy | 815,366 kg | 1,569,611.859 USD |
| 9 | India | 99,520 kg | 858,002.798 USD |
| 10 | South Korea | 1,387,980 kg | 832,321 USD |
Cottonseed Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
Track Cottonseed exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.
Cottonseed Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
357 importer companies are mapped for Cottonseed demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Cottonseed Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 357 total importer companies tracked for Cottonseed. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Tajikistan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-01
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(France)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-01
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Uzbekistan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-01
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingCrop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: -
(Turkiye)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-01
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Paraguay)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-01
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Tajikistan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-27
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
357 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Cottonseed.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Cottonseed buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.
Top Import Demand Countries for Cottonseed (HS Code 120729) in 2024
For Cottonseed in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Korea | 136,811,722 kg | 48,227,448 USD |
| 2 | Italy | 93,592,188 kg | 42,814,302.691 USD |
| 3 | Japan | 96,702,000 kg | 36,414,702.014 USD |
| 4 | Mexico | 75,361,430 kg | 30,689,260 USD |
| 5 | United States | 42,687,000 kg | 20,276,325 USD |
| 6 | Spain | 29,766,782.7 kg | 12,083,827.774 USD |
| 7 | Turkiye | 36,344,644 kg | 8,864,902 USD |
| 8 | Slovakia | 4,755,819 kg | 4,100,690.105 USD |
| 9 | Czechia | 6,740,046 kg | 3,333,173 USD |
| 10 | Canada | 3,694,524.826 kg | 1,118,222.558 USD |
Cottonseed Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
Analyze Cottonseed origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.
Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Cottonseed
Cottonseed Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Cottonseed wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-12, countries with visible Cottonseed wholesale unit prices: Taiwan (2.11 USD / kg), India (0.79 USD / kg).
Cottonseed Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
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Latest Cottonseed Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 5 Cottonseed wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
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Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormDry
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupOilseed (cotton ginning co-product)
Scientific NameGossypium spp. (primarily Gossypium hirsutum in global production)
PerishabilityLow to Medium (storable when dry; quality risk increases with moisture/heat leading to mold/mycotoxins and oil quality deterioration)
Growing Conditions
- Warm growing season with a long frost-free period; cotton is sensitive to frost and low temperatures during development
- Water availability and irrigation management strongly influence yields in many producing regions
Main VarietiesGossypium hirsutum (Upland cotton), Gossypium barbadense (ELS cotton), Gossypium arboreum, Gossypium herbaceum
Consumption Forms
- Crushed/processed into cottonseed oil for food and industrial uses (after refining) and cottonseed meal/cake for animal feed
- Whole cottonseed used as a feed ingredient for ruminants in some markets
- Delinted and treated planting seed for sowing
Grading Factors
- Moisture and storage condition (mold/mycotoxin risk control)
- Foreign matter and physical damage
- Oil content and free fatty acid indicators (crushing value)
- Gossypol-related specifications for intended feed/processing use
Planting to HarvestTypically about 150–180 days for a cotton crop (timing varies by variety and local climate); cottonseed availability follows harvest and ginning.
Market
Cottonseed is a globally produced oilseed co-product of cotton ginning, with supply concentrated in the same geographies that dominate cotton cultivation. It is primarily traded and consumed as a crushing/feedstock commodity (cottonseed oil and cottonseed meal/cake) and as whole cottonseed for ruminant feed, while planting seed trade is a smaller, regulated segment. Market dynamics are closely linked to cotton lint output (as a production driver) and to broader vegetable oil/protein meal markets (as demand anchors). Trade and downstream use are strongly shaped by food/feed safety constraints (notably gossypol) and by rising due-diligence expectations around cotton-linked sustainability and labor risks.
Major Producing Countries
- IndiaAmong the largest cotton-growing countries; cottonseed availability tracks cotton ginning volumes.
- ChinaMajor cotton producer; cottonseed is a by-product of cotton ginning and feeds domestic crushing/feed demand.
- United StatesLarge cotton producer; cottonseed is used in feed and as a crushing input.
- BrazilMajor cotton producer with integrated oilseed/feed markets; sustainability scrutiny has increased in some production frontiers.
- PakistanLarge cotton producer; cottonseed and cottonseed meal are important domestic feed and oil inputs.
- TurkiyeSignificant cotton producer with domestic oilseed crushing and feed demand.
- UzbekistanCotton-producing country; cottonseed availability is linked to ginning sector throughput.
- AustraliaExport-oriented cotton producer; cottonseed can be available for export depending on domestic feed and crushing demand.
Supply Calendar
- United States (Cotton Belt):Sep, Oct, NovMain harvest and ginning season typically peaks in early fall through late fall; timing varies by region.
- India:Oct, Nov, Dec, JanLarge, multi-region cotton system; seed availability typically follows post-monsoon harvest and ginning.
- China:Sep, Oct, NovCotton harvest and ginning drive cottonseed availability; regional timing differs across production zones.
- Pakistan:Oct, Nov, DecCottonseed supply peaks following harvest/gnnning; weather and pest pressure can shift timing.
- Brazil:Apr, May, Jun, JulSouthern Hemisphere season; cottonseed availability often peaks in Q2–Q3 following harvest and ginning.
- Australia:Apr, May, JunSouthern Hemisphere harvest window; export availability depends on domestic feed demand and logistics.
Specification
Major VarietiesGossypium hirsutum (Upland cotton; dominant global species), Gossypium barbadense (Extra-long staple cotton), Gossypium arboreum, Gossypium herbaceum
Physical Attributes
- Oilseed co-product formed inside the cotton boll; typically separated during ginning and may retain linters unless delinted
- Susceptible to quality loss from moisture/heat during storage (mold risk, oil rancidity) if not handled as a dry bulk commodity
Compositional Metrics
- Cotton seed is commonly described as containing roughly 35% oil and 35% protein (seed basis; can vary by variety and growing conditions)
- Presence of gossypol (a cotton plant phenolic compound concentrated in cottonseed pigment glands) is a key anti-nutritional/toxicological constraint for food and feed use
Packaging
- Bulk movement (truck/rail) and bulk or containerized export depending on route and phytosanitary requirements
- Bagged formats (e.g., woven sacks or big bags) may be used for smaller lots or where bulk handling infrastructure is limited
ProcessingCommon downstream pathways include crushing/pressing/solvent extraction to produce cottonseed oil and cottonseed meal/cake; processing conditions influence free vs. bound gossypol levelsDelinting and seed treatment are typical for planting seed trade to support mechanical sowing and phytosanitary compliance
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Cotton harvest -> ginning (fiber/seed separation) -> cottonseed storage and drying management -> (a) crushing to oil + meal/cake + hulls/linters or (b) whole cottonseed distribution for ruminant feed or (c) delinting/seed treatment for sowing
Demand Drivers
- Vegetable oil demand (cottonseed oil as part of the broader vegetable oil complex)
- Protein meal demand for animal feed (cottonseed meal/cake within the broader oilseed meal complex)
- Ruminant nutrition demand where whole cottonseed is used as an energy/fiber/protein feed ingredient
Temperature
- Dry, well-ventilated storage is critical; moisture and heat increase the risk of mold growth and mycotoxin development and can accelerate oil quality deterioration
- Storage and handling practices often focus on preventing aflatoxin contamination in cottonseed products used for feed
Risks
Food Safety HighGossypol in cottonseed and cottonseed products can limit food and feed use and trigger buyer rejections or regulatory/non-tariff barriers, especially for monogastric feed applications and for any human-food-adjacent uses of cottonseed derivatives.Specify maximum free gossypol in contracts; validate processing controls (heat/solvent method impacts) and test lots for gossypol as part of feed safety QA programs.
Mycotoxin Contamination MediumMoisture/temperature excursions in storage and processing can lead to aflatoxin contamination in cottonseed/cottonseed meal, creating animal health risk and potential downstream food-chain concerns (e.g., through milk).Implement dry storage standards, inbound/outbound mycotoxin testing, and supplier programs that document post-harvest handling and segregation for contaminated lots.
Supply Dependence MediumCottonseed supply is structurally dependent on cotton lint production because cottonseed is a by-product of ginning; shifts in cotton planting area, yields, or ginning throughput can tighten cottonseed availability independent of oilseed demand.Use multi-origin sourcing and substitute oilseed meals/oils where formulation flexibility exists; monitor cotton production outlooks alongside oilseed market indicators.
Regulatory Compliance MediumForced-labor enforcement actions and new forced-labor market access rules can disrupt cotton-linked supply chains and require stronger traceability for cotton-derived products, raising compliance costs and the risk of shipment detention in some markets.Maintain origin/chain-of-custody documentation to ginning level where feasible; align supplier due diligence with relevant enforcement regimes (e.g., UFLPA in the US, EU forced-labor product ban).
Climate MediumCotton is sensitive to temperature extremes and requires sufficient frost-free days; drought and water allocation constraints can reduce cotton yields and alter regional production patterns, indirectly affecting cottonseed supply and quality.Monitor climate and water policy signals in major cotton regions and diversify procurement across hemispheres where possible.
Sustainability
- Water and irrigation management risks in cotton-growing regions can affect cotton output and therefore cottonseed availability
- Pesticide and pest-pressure management in cotton production drives ESG scrutiny and can influence production costs and yield stability
- Land-use change/deforestation and land-rights concerns have been highlighted in parts of the cotton supply chain (relevant to cottonseed as a co-product)
Labor & Social
- Forced labor allegations and heightened due-diligence expectations in cotton supply chains can create import detention/bans and reputational risk for cotton-derived products (including cottonseed co-products) depending on traceability and jurisdiction
- Traceability and chain-of-custody limitations for commodity co-products can complicate compliance with forced-labor regulations and corporate sourcing commitments
FAQ
Why is cottonseed mainly used for oil and animal feed rather than direct human consumption?Cottonseed contains gossypol, a naturally occurring compound in cotton plants that can be toxic and limits food and feed uses unless controlled through processing and specification. As a result, cottonseed is most commonly routed into crushing (cottonseed oil plus meal/cake) and into animal feed pathways where safety limits and testing can be applied.
Which HS heading typically covers cottonseed in international trade data?Cotton seeds are classified under HS heading 1207 (other oil seeds and oleaginous fruits), with specific subheadings that distinguish cottonseed for sowing from other cottonseed. This is the typical anchor used in customs and trade statistics.
Why can cottonseed supply tighten even when demand for vegetable oil and protein meal is stable?Cottonseed is a by-product of cotton ginning, so its availability depends on cotton lint production and ginning throughput. If cotton area or yields fall due to weather, water constraints, or market shifts, cottonseed supply can tighten even if downstream oilseed/feed demand has not changed.
Sources
Cottonseed Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
Explore country-level Cottonseed market pages for supplier coverage, trade flows, and price benchmarks.
Australia
China
India
Azerbaijan
United States
Saudi Arabia
Turkiye
Brazil
South Korea
Kazakhstan
Greece
Pakistan
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