Malaysia’s Palm Oil Exports to the US Up 51.8%

used in high-value-added products, while another 19% was palm stearin, a key ingredient in the food and personal care industries, according to Malaysia’s national news agency Bernama. While the US is not a major market for Malaysia’s palm oil exports, the ministry stressed that the government is paying attention to the 25% tariff imposed by the US on Malaysian goods, which comes into effect on August 1, 2025, to ensure that the country’s market position is not affected. “The ministry is always vigilant and proactive in monitoring developments in international trade policies to protect the country’s exports,” the ministry said in a statement, noting that it continues to engage with the US along with the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry to ensure fair, open and mutually beneficial trade relations. The ministry plans to intensify efforts to implement Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) 2.0 certification to ensure compliance with international standards, especially in the ...