In 2022, soybean oil prices are expected to increase by nearly 4% to $1,425 per tonne due to a surge in biofuel demand, particularly in Asia. The average annual price of soybean oil rose significantly in 2021, increasing by 65% from the previous year to $1,385 per tonne. India is the world's largest importer of soybean oil, followed by China, while Argentina is the leading supplier. In 2020, soybean oil imports increased by 7.5% to 13 million tonnes, with India being the largest market. Argentina was the main exporter of soybean oil in 2020, accounting for 42% of total exports.