Cottonseed Oil Suppliers, Trade & Prices — Market Overview 2026
Derived Products
Shortening, Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oil
Raw Materials
Cottonseed
HS Code
151229
Last Updated
2026-09-01
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Cottonseed Oil market coverage spans 122 countries.
- 220 exporter companies and 252 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 576 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 14 countries.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2024.
- Page data last updated on 2026-09-01.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Cottonseed Oil
Analyze 576 supplier-linked transactions across the top 14 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Cottonseed Oil.
Cottonseed Oil Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Cottonseed Oil to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Cottonseed Oil: United States (+84.5%), India (-51.4%), Kazakhstan (+41.6%).
Cottonseed Oil Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-10, benchmark Cottonseed Oil country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2026-03, countries with visible Cottonseed Oil transaction unit prices: United States (3.03 USD / kg), Brazil (2.05 USD / kg), India (1.54 USD / kg).
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 | 2026-08 | 2026-09 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | +84.5% | 94 | 1.32 USD / kg (1,924,939.24 kg) | 1.41 USD / kg (558,664.723 kg) | 1.48 USD / kg (663,485.09 kg) | 1.59 USD / kg (59,959 kg) | - (-) | 3.03 USD / kg (1,259.52 kg) | ||||||
| Brazil | -2.1% | 39 | 2.15 USD / kg (94,656 kg) | 2.15 USD / kg (55,680 kg) | 2.14 USD / kg (100,224 kg) | 2.05 USD / kg (116,928 kg) | 2.06 USD / kg (163,299 kg) | 2.05 USD / kg (103,936 kg) | ||||||
| Argentina | +1.4% | 306 | 1.31 USD / kg (13,812,020.009 kg) | 1.13 USD / kg (4,055,920.029 kg) | 1.16 USD / kg (1,285,019.997 kg) | 1.16 USD / kg (1,246,920.008 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| India | -51.4% | 23 | 1.67 USD / kg (34,839.999 kg) | 2.14 USD / kg (86,110 kg) | 1.61 USD / kg (70,010.302 kg) | 1.64 USD / kg (35,770.002 kg) | 1.78 USD / kg (37,869.999 kg) | 1.54 USD / kg (34,890.001 kg) | ||||||
| Benin | -3.9% | 4 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 1.11 USD / kg (198,279.999 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| France | - | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| China | - | 8 | 1.22 USD / kg (22,000 kg) | 1.26 USD / kg (20,000 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Mexico | -5.1% | 3 | - (-) | 1.78 USD / kg (1,000 kg) | - (-) | 1.78 USD / kg (1,104 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Australia | +1.1% | 2 | - (-) | 1.54 USD / kg (19,680 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Germany | +21.1% | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Cottonseed Oil Global Supply Chain Coverage
472 companies
220 exporters and 252 importers are mapped for Cottonseed Oil.
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Cottonseed Oil Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
220 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Cottonseed Oil. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Cottonseed Oil Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 220 total exporter companies in the Cottonseed Oil supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(France)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-01
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Air TransportAlcohol WholesalersBeverage ManufacturingBrokers And Trade AgenciesDepartment StoresFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood WholesalersFreight Forwarding And IntermodalGrocery StoresLand TransportLiquor StoresOnline Retail And FulfillmentOthersShipping And Water Transport
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingHORECALogisticsRetailTrade
(Uzbekistan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-01
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
(Uzbekistan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-10-11
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing
(Uzbekistan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-01
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
(Uzbekistan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-01
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
(Uzbekistan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-01
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Cottonseed Oil Global Exporter Coverage
220 companies
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Top Exporting Countries for Cottonseed Oil (HS Code 151229) in 2024
For Cottonseed Oil in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Uzbekistan | 29,392,990 kg | 25,672,598.99 USD |
| 2 | Malaysia | 8,105,566.5 kg | 12,185,214.49 USD |
| 3 | Turkiye | 6,933,908 kg | 8,457,525 USD |
| 4 | United States | 7,655,809 kg | 8,273,710 USD |
| 5 | South Africa | 3,197,335.261 kg | 4,422,409.226 USD |
| 6 | Brazil | 2,177,232.146 kg | 3,044,340 USD |
| 7 | Burkina Faso | 1,884,500 kg | 1,771,410.71 USD |
| 8 | India | 777,440.306 kg | 1,128,574.101 USD |
| 9 | Azerbaijan | 1,126,639.6 kg | 778,569.13 USD |
| 10 | Germany | 94,471 kg | 616,563.958 USD |
Cottonseed Oil Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Cottonseed Oil Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
252 importer companies are mapped for Cottonseed Oil demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Cottonseed Oil Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(Afghanistan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-01
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingBrokers And Trade AgenciesFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: -
(Uzbekistan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-01
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Afghanistan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-01
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Afghanistan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-01
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Afghanistan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-01
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: -
(Kyrgyzstan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-01
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Crop ProductionFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
252 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Cottonseed Oil.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Cottonseed Oil (HS Code 151229) in 2024
For Cottonseed Oil in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Australia | 21,282,664 kg | 28,435,560.838 USD |
| 2 | Greece | 3,946,341.893 kg | 5,345,182.204 USD |
| 3 | Uzbekistan | 5,030,130 kg | 5,013,394.99 USD |
| 4 | Kyrgyzstan | 4,564,985 kg | 4,499,463 USD |
| 5 | Mexico | 1,394,665.132 kg | 1,698,151 USD |
| 6 | Bulgaria | 869,294 kg | 1,295,503.924 USD |
| 7 | New Zealand | 928,843 kg | 1,280,882.031 USD |
| 8 | Namibia | 251,969.25 kg | 491,302.817 USD |
| 9 | Sweden | 254,363.881 kg | 458,853.742 USD |
| 10 | South Korea | 132,155.007 kg | 425,138 USD |
Cottonseed Oil Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Classification
Product TypeIngredient
Product FormRefined vegetable oil (crude or RBD; bulk liquid)
Industry PositionEdible oil / food manufacturing ingredient
Market
Cottonseed oil is a vegetable oil derived from cotton (Gossypium spp.) seed, produced primarily in cotton-growing economies where oilseed crushing and edible-oil refining are established. In global trade it is a niche oil relative to the major edible oils, and it is commonly traded as crude (HS 151221) and as non-crude/refined fractions (HS 151229). Recent UN Comtrade-derived trade tables show exports of HS 151229 led by countries such as Uzbekistan, Malaysia, Kazakhstan, Turkey, and the United States, with import demand including Australia and several European markets. Supply availability is structurally linked to cottonseed output (and therefore cotton lint economics and climate impacts on cotton), while buyer requirements can also be shaped by traceability and social-compliance expectations in cotton supply chains.
Market GrowthMixed (medium-term outlook)byproduct-linked availability with substitution against other edible oils
Major Producing Countries
- ChinaLargest cottonseed producer in USDA FAS PS&D Cottonseed Explorer; cottonseed availability underpins domestic crushing and cottonseed oil output.
- IndiaMajor cottonseed producer in USDA FAS PS&D Cottonseed Explorer; large domestic edible-oil market supports local use of cottonseed oil.
- United StatesSignificant cottonseed producer in USDA FAS PS&D and an identified exporter in HS 151229 trade tables.
- PakistanMajor cotton-growing country; cottonseed is an important oilseed feedstock in domestic crushing.
- BrazilLarge cotton producer; appears as a notable exporter in HS 151229 trade tables (year-to-year can vary).
- UzbekistanCotton-growing economy and a leading exporter in HS 151229 trade tables.
- TurkiyeCotton producer with established crushing/refining; listed among leading exporters in HS 151229 trade tables.
Major Exporting Countries
- UzbekistanListed among top exporters of HS 151229 (cotton-seed oil excl. crude) in 2024 UN Comtrade-derived trade tables.
- MalaysiaListed among top exporters of HS 151229 in 2024 UN Comtrade-derived trade tables.
- KazakhstanListed among top exporters of HS 151229 in 2024 UN Comtrade-derived trade tables.
- TurkiyeListed among top exporters of HS 151229 in 2024 UN Comtrade-derived trade tables.
- United StatesListed among top exporters of HS 151229 in 2024 UN Comtrade-derived trade tables.
Major Importing Countries
- AustraliaListed as the top importer of HS 151229 (cotton-seed oil excl. crude) in 2024 UN Comtrade-derived trade tables.
- MalaysiaListed among leading importers of HS 151229 in 2024 UN Comtrade-derived trade tables (also an exporter; reflects refining/blending and re-export roles).
- BrazilListed among leading importers of HS 151229 in 2024 UN Comtrade-derived trade tables.
- GreeceListed among leading importers of HS 151229 in 2024 UN Comtrade-derived trade tables.
- FranceListed among leading importers of HS 151229 in 2024 UN Comtrade-derived trade tables.
- KyrgyzstanListed among leading importers of HS 151229 in 2024 UN Comtrade-derived trade tables.
Supply Calendar
- India:Oct, Nov, Dec, JanIndicative cotton harvest window; cottonseed oil availability is buffered by cottonseed storage and year-round crushing/refining.
- United States:Sep, Oct, NovIndicative cotton harvest window; crude and refined cottonseed oil can be marketed over an extended period.
- China:Sep, Oct, NovIndicative cotton harvest window; supply can be regionally concentrated within major cotton areas.
- Brazil:Apr, May, Jun, JulIndicative harvest window in key producing regions; crushing schedules can extend availability beyond harvest months.
Specification
Major VarietiesGossypium hirsutum (upland cotton), Gossypium barbadense (extra-long staple cotton)
Physical Attributes
- Refined cottonseed oil is typically light-colored with a relatively neutral sensory profile, supporting use as a general-purpose frying and ingredient oil
- Traded as crude oil for further refining or as refined edible oil (often marketed as RBD: refined, bleached, deodorized)
Compositional Metrics
- Fatty acid profile verification (including oleic/linoleic balance) is used in buyer specifications and authenticity checks
- Oxidation indicators (e.g., peroxide value) and hydrolytic indicators (e.g., free fatty acids) are common quality control metrics for trade
Grades
- Codex Standard for Named Vegetable Oils (CODEX STAN 210-1999) provides an international reference for named vegetable oils including cottonseed oil
- Commercial trading commonly distinguishes crude cottonseed oil (HS 151221) from non-crude/refined cottonseed oil and fractions (HS 151229)
Packaging
- Bulk shipments in ISO tanks, tank trucks, or flexitanks for industrial buyers
- Drums/IBCs for industrial distribution and smaller wholesale lots
- Retail bottles for consumer markets (where applicable)
ProcessingEdible cottonseed oil supply typically requires refining steps (degumming/neutralization/bleaching/deodorization) to meet food-quality expectations and manage quality variability in crude oil lots
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Cotton cultivation -> ginning -> cottonseed collection -> delinting/decortication (where practiced) -> crushing/solvent extraction -> crude cottonseed oil -> refining (RBD) -> bulk storage -> domestic use or export distribution
Demand Drivers
- Foodservice and industrial frying demand where cottonseed oil is cost-competitive versus other vegetable oils
- Use as a formulation fat in processed foods (e.g., snacks and bakery/shortening applications) depending on regional preferences and price spreads
- Some market interest in improved-oxidation-stability cottonseed oil profiles (e.g., higher-oleic variants) for frying performance, where available
Temperature
- Typically shipped and stored as a shelf-stable liquid at ambient conditions; avoid prolonged high heat exposure that accelerates oxidation
- Bulk handling may use gentle heating for pumping in cooler climates; temperature management is mainly about maintaining flow and protecting quality
Atmosphere Control
- Bulk storage systems may use practices that limit oxygen exposure (e.g., closed tanks and inert gas headspace management) to preserve oxidative quality
Shelf Life
- Shelf life is driven by refining quality, packaging oxygen/light barrier performance, and storage temperature; deterioration manifests as rancidity and off-odors over time
Risks
Byproduct Supply Dependency HighGlobal cottonseed oil availability is structurally tied to cottonseed output, which depends on cotton lint economics and cotton agronomic outcomes; drought, heat stress, pest pressure, or major cotton acreage shifts can tighten cottonseed supply and quickly constrain cottonseed oil availability and pricing.Contract across multiple origins where feasible, maintain substitute-oil reformulation options, and use inventory/price-risk tools aligned to cotton and vegetable-oil market signals.
Trade Compliance HighCotton supply chains are subject to heightened human-rights enforcement and due diligence expectations in some jurisdictions (including UFLPA-related presumptions for goods linked to XUAR), which can disrupt sourcing, trigger detentions, or require extensive traceability documentation that affects cotton-derived products.Implement documented chain-of-custody and supplier due diligence, including origin traceability, entity screening, and audit-ready evidence packages for importers.
Food Safety MediumCrude cottonseed oil quality can vary and requires adequate refining and quality control to meet edible-oil specifications; lapses in refining controls or inadequate testing can create non-compliance or reputational risk.Specify Codex-aligned parameters in contracts and require certificates of analysis with routine third-party verification for key quality indicators.
Price Volatility MediumCottonseed oil prices can be volatile due to the byproduct nature of supply and substitution with larger vegetable oils; small absolute trade volumes can amplify regional price swings and basis risk.Use multi-oil procurement strategies and monitor cross-commodity spreads (cottonseed, soybean, palm, sunflower) in addition to freight and FX.
Sustainability
- Water and irrigation stress in major cotton-growing regions can reduce cottonseed availability and raise scrutiny of water stewardship claims
- Cotton production is often associated with higher pesticide use relative to some other crops, elevating sustainability scrutiny and residue-management expectations across the broader cotton supply chain
Labor & Social
- Forced-labor allegations and enforcement actions in parts of the cotton supply chain (notably Xinjiang/XUAR) can create heightened due diligence and import-compliance risks for cotton-derived products
- Traceability and human-rights due diligence expectations can affect procurement, documentation, and supplier qualification for cotton-linked inputs
Cottonseed Oil Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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Australia
Brazil
Ethiopia
United States
Mexico
Turkiye
Kazakhstan
Malaysia
Saudi Arabia
China
Tajikistan
Kyrgyzstan
All country market pages: South Africa, Greece, Bulgaria, Kenya, Benin, Uruguay, Azerbaijan, Spain, Germany, Israel, India, Ukraine, Zimbabwe, Colombia, Senegal, Argentina, Bangladesh, Paraguay, Afghanistan, Tanzania, Burkina Faso, Chile, Uzbekistan, Canada, France, Portugal, Peru, Japan, Sweden, Italy, New Zealand, Botswana, Morocco, Belgium, South Korea, United Arab Emirates, Netherlands, Egypt, Ivory Coast, Taiwan, Fiji, Lithuania, Hong Kong, Poland, Brunei, Thailand, Romania, United Kingdom, Serbia, Singapore, Mozambique, Denmark, Niger, Sri Lanka, Mauritius, Bahrain, Cyprus, El Salvador, Andorra, Armenia, Austria, Aruba, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Burundi, Bermuda, Bolivia, Bahamas, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Switzerland, Cuba, Czechia, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Gabon, Gambia, Guatemala, Croatia, Indonesia, Ireland, Iceland, Jamaica, Jordan, Kuwait, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Latvia, Montenegro, Madagascar, Macao, Malta, Malawi, Namibia, Norway, Nepal, Oman, Panama, Philippines, Pakistan, Puerto Rico, Slovenia, Slovakia, Swaziland, Tunisia, Uganda, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Venezuela, Vietnam, Zambia
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