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Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Sunflower Oil
Analyze 37,582 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Sunflower Oil.
Sunflower Oil Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Sunflower Oil to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Sunflower Oil: United States (+58.9%), Italy (+35.2%), Netherlands (+35.2%).
Sunflower Oil Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-07, benchmark Sunflower Oil country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-12, countries with visible Sunflower Oil transaction unit prices: Italy (2.25 USD / kg), South Africa (2.03 USD / kg), Netherlands (1.99 USD / kg), United States (1.87 USD / kg), Spain (1.86 USD / kg), 14 more countries.
4,687 exporters and 8,062 importers are mapped for Sunflower Oil.
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Sunflower Oil Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
4,687 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Sunflower Oil. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Sunflower Oil Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners
8 premium Sunflower Oil suppliers include country, industry, and contactability signals to prioritize credible export partners faster.
KFM Agroexport SL
Spain
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MailChimp Multi-Purpose (U) Ltd
Uganda
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Qazaq-Astyq Group LLP
Kazakhstan
Crop ProductionFood PackagingFood Services And Drinking PlacesBeverage ManufacturingFood Manufacturing
Ascension Forwarder Limited
Nigeria
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Freight Forwarding And IntermodalCrop ProductionFood PackagingOnline Retail And FulfillmentLand TransportAir Transport
Thani Thai Co.,Ltd
Thailand
Crop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Sayinlar Gida Maddeleri Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S
Turkiye
Food Manufacturing
National Cooperative Exports Limited
India
Food ManufacturingFood PackagingOthers
F.LLI RUATA S.P.A.
Italy
Food ManufacturingBeverage ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
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Sunflower Oil Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 4,687 total exporter companies in the Sunflower Oil supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingTrade
(Ukraine)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-29
Recently Export Partner Companies: 12
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
(Ukraine)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-09
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesCrop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingTrade
Sunflower Oil Global Exporter Coverage
4,687 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Sunflower Oil supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Top Exporting Countries for Sunflower Oil (HS Code 151211) in 2024
For Sunflower Oil in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
Sunflower Oil Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Sunflower Oil Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
8,062 importer companies are mapped for Sunflower Oil demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Sunflower Oil Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 8,062 total importer companies tracked for Sunflower Oil. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Hong Kong)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-09
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Palestine)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-09
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Qatar)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-09
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
8,062 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Sunflower Oil.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Sunflower Oil (HS Code 151211) in 2024
For Sunflower Oil in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
Review the latest 3 Sunflower Oil farmgate updates to monitor origin-side export cost and supplier pricing shifts.
Date
Entry Name
Unit Price (USD)
2025-09-01
Sun****** *** ******** * *** ********** ********
1308.13 USD / kg
2025-06-01
Sun****** *** * * *** *
1136.05 USD / kg
2025-05-01
Sun****** *** * * *** *
1355.46 USD / kg
Classification
Product TypeIngredient
Product FormRefined edible vegetable oil (liquid)
Industry PositionFood Ingredient / Edible Oil
Market
Sunflower oil is a globally traded edible vegetable oil with supply strongly influenced by sunflowerseed production and crushing capacity in the Black Sea region and the European Union. Global trade flows are shaped by large import demand in South and East Asia and by the role of Europe as both a consuming region and a refining/distribution hub. Prices and availability are highly sensitive to geopolitical disruption and export policy changes affecting major origin countries. Product differentiation (standard linoleic vs high-oleic) matters for food manufacturing performance and oxidative stability requirements.
Market GrowthMixed (medium-term outlook)Demand is structurally supported by food use, but trade volumes can swing as buyers substitute among vegetable oils based on relative pricing and availability
Major Producing Countries
UkraineCore global production and crushing base; central to export availability
RussiaMajor producer and exporter alongside Ukraine
ArgentinaKey Southern Hemisphere producer; important counter-seasonal supplier
RomaniaImportant EU sunflowerseed producer supporting regional refining
BulgariaImportant EU producer supporting regional crushing/refining
TurkiyeSignificant producer and processor; active in regional trade
Major Exporting Countries
UkraineHistorically the dominant exporter in global sunflower oil trade
RussiaLarge exporter; export policies materially affect global availability
ArgentinaRegular exporter; ships to global destinations including Asia and Europe
RomaniaExports within and beyond Europe depending on crop and refining balances
Major Importing Countries
IndiaOne of the largest import markets for edible vegetable oils, including sunflower oil
ChinaMajor edible oil importer; demand varies with relative prices vs other oils
NetherlandsEuropean logistics and re-distribution hub for edible oils
SpainLarge food manufacturing and retail consumption market within the EU
ItalyFood processing demand; imports depend on domestic oilseed balances
Supply Calendar
Ukraine (Black Sea region):Sep, Oct, NovMain Northern Hemisphere harvest and early crushing window; export flows often ramp after harvest
Russia (Black Sea region):Sep, Oct, NovSeasonality broadly aligns with Ukraine; policy and logistics can override seasonal signals
European Union (Eastern/Southeastern Europe):Aug, Sep, OctHarvest window supports regional refining and intra-EU trade
Bulk in flexitanks or food-grade tankers for international shipments
Intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) and steel drums for industrial customers
Retail bottles (PET or glass) for consumer channels
ProcessingRefining focuses on removal of phospholipids (degumming), FFA (neutralization or physical refining), pigments (bleaching), and odors (deodorization)Winterization/dewaxing may be required to improve cold clarity and prevent haze formation
Supply Chain
Value Chain
Sunflower cultivation → harvest → seed storage and cleaning → crushing/expelling (often with solvent extraction) → crude oil → refining (degumming/neutralization/bleaching/deodorization) → bulk export → destination bottling or industrial use
Demand Drivers
Household cooking and frying demand in importing markets
Food manufacturing demand (snacks, bakery, dressings, spreads) where neutral taste and frying performance matter
Preference in some markets for non-palm edible oils and for high-oleic stability in industrial frying applications
Temperature
Ambient logistics are typical, but temperature control may be needed in cold conditions to maintain pumpability and avoid waxing/clouding
Heat and light exposure accelerate oxidation; storage in closed, clean, food-grade containers is critical
Atmosphere Control
Nitrogen blanketing and minimized headspace oxygen are commonly used in tanks to slow oxidative degradation during storage and transport
Risks
Geopolitical Supply Disruption HighGlobal sunflower oil exports are highly exposed to disruption in the Black Sea region, where major producing/exporting capacity is concentrated. Conflict, sanctions, port access constraints, and corridor security can rapidly reduce export availability and raise global prices, forcing buyers to substitute into other vegetable oils.Diversify origin coverage (e.g., include Southern Hemisphere supply where feasible), pre-qualify alternate oils for formulations, and use staggered contracting with logistics contingency plans.
Trade Policy HighExport taxes, quotas, or temporary export bans in major origin countries can tighten global supply with little lead time, amplifying price volatility and creating contract-performance risk for importers.Include policy-trigger clauses in contracts, monitor origin policy signals, and maintain optionality across origins and substitute oils.
Climate MediumSunflower yields can be sensitive to heat and drought during key growth stages, creating year-to-year production swings in major Northern Hemisphere origins and tightening exportable surplus.Track seasonal agro-meteorological indicators and diversify procurement across multiple growing regions and crop years.
Food Safety And Contaminants MediumRefined vegetable oils can face regulatory scrutiny for contaminants and quality deviations (e.g., oxidation, off-odors, or process-related contaminants), and high price spreads increase incentives for adulteration or mislabeling in fragmented supply chains.Use supplier approval programs, require COAs aligned to Codex/contract specs, and apply risk-based testing (fatty-acid profile, sterol markers, oxidation metrics).
Logistics MediumBulk edible oil logistics require clean, compatible tanks and handling to avoid contamination and quality degradation; disruptions in Black Sea routing can also increase transit times and insurance costs.Use vetted carriers and tank-cleaning standards, specify cargo history requirements, and plan alternate routes and discharge ports where possible.
Sustainability
Climate-driven yield variability (heat and drought) in major production areas affects land use decisions and input intensity
Fertilizer and agrochemical use in oilseed cropping can create water-quality and soil-health externalities if stewardship is weak
Energy use and waste management in refining (e.g., spent bleaching earth handling) influence footprint and compliance expectations
Labor & Social
Seasonal agricultural labor and occupational safety risks in harvesting, storage, and crushing operations
Conflict-related worker safety and logistics security risks in the Black Sea corridor can affect continuity of supply and operations
FAQ
Which countries are the most important exporters of sunflower oil globally?Ukraine and Russia are consistently among the most important sunflower oil exporting countries globally, with Argentina also serving as a notable exporter and counter-seasonal supplier.
What is the difference between standard and high-oleic sunflower oil in trade?Standard sunflower oil is typically higher in linoleic acid, while high-oleic sunflower oil has a higher oleic-acid share and is traded as a specialty grade because it generally offers better oxidative stability for frying and processed food manufacturing.
Why is sunflower oil particularly exposed to geopolitical shocks?A large share of exportable sunflower oil supply is linked to the Black Sea region, so disruptions to production, ports, shipping routes, or trade policy in that corridor can quickly reduce global availability and trigger substitution into other vegetable oils.
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