Parent Product
Palm Kernel Oil
HS Code
151620
Last Updated
2026-07-09
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil market coverage spans 134 countries.
- 174 exporter companies and 403 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 848 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 13 countries.
- 1 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 0; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2024.
- Page data last updated on 2026-07-09.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil
Analyze 848 supplier-linked transactions across the top 13 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil.
Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
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Top YoY shifts for Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil: United States (+41.6%), Peru (+27.9%), Ecuador (+25.7%).
Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
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In 2026-01, countries with visible Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil transaction unit prices: United States (2.29 USD / kg), Malaysia (2.17 USD / kg), Indonesia (2.11 USD / kg), United Arab Emirates (2.06 USD / kg), Netherlands (1.85 USD / kg), 1 more countries.
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | +23.0% | 343 | 1.97 USD / kg (1,610,934 kg) | 1.74 USD / kg (851,990 kg) | 1.90 USD / kg (1,540,572 kg) | 2.02 USD / kg (1,862,678 kg) | 2.06 USD / kg (1,848,770 kg) | 2.11 USD / kg (1,791,522 kg) | ||||||
| Malaysia | +23.7% | 235 | 2.09 USD / kg (2,411,295 kg) | 1.86 USD / kg (2,712,890 kg) | 2.09 USD / kg (2,271,426 kg) | 2.00 USD / kg (2,131,600 kg) | 2.11 USD / kg (911,030.1 kg) | 2.17 USD / kg (231,220 kg) | ||||||
| United States | +41.6% | 46 | 2.33 USD / kg (69,188 kg) | 2.32 USD / kg (207,918 kg) | 2.33 USD / kg (206,934.4 kg) | 2.32 USD / kg (229,220 kg) | 2.32 USD / kg (137,531.25 kg) | 2.29 USD / kg (90,000 kg) | ||||||
| Netherlands | +6.7% | 13 | 2.23 USD / kg (64,800 kg) | 2.23 USD / kg (43,200 kg) | 1.86 USD / kg (42,540 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | 1.85 USD / kg (43,300 kg) | ||||||
| Singapore | +9.7% | 108 | 1.80 USD / kg (592,530 kg) | 1.69 USD / kg (1,658,180 kg) | 1.76 USD / kg (591,510 kg) | 1.68 USD / kg (443,520 kg) | 1.84 USD / kg (802,180 kg) | 1.78 USD / kg (591,530 kg) | ||||||
| United Arab Emirates | +21.2% | 24 | - (-) | 1.84 USD / kg (90,560 kg) | 1.81 USD / kg (113,060 kg) | 2.20 USD / kg (158,480 kg) | 2.10 USD / kg (181,120 kg) | 2.06 USD / kg (45,280 kg) | ||||||
| Vietnam | +18.1% | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 1.75 USD / kg (10,650 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Colombia | - | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 1.69 USD / kg (37,860 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Brazil | +18.5% | 30 | 3.21 USD / kg (118,121.738 kg) | 2.88 USD / kg (236,645.219 kg) | 3.08 USD / kg (191,019.77 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Ecuador | +25.7% | 28 | 3.43 USD / kg (76,730.43 kg) | 3.28 USD / kg (236,139.119 kg) | 3.03 USD / kg (195,617.398 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil Global Supply Chain Coverage
577 companies
174 exporters and 403 importers are mapped for Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil.
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Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
174 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners
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Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
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(Malaysia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-09
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Logistics
Exporting Countries: Australia
Supplying Products: Palm Kernel Oil, Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-09
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: Uzbekistan
Supplying Products: Palm Kernel Oil, Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil
(Malaysia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-09
Industries: Air TransportFreight Forwarding And IntermodalLand TransportShipping And Water Transport
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleLogisticsTrade
(Poland)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-09-09
Industries: Food WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
Exporting Countries: Ukraine
Supplying Products: Palm Kernel Oil, Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-09
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Malaysia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-09
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil Global Exporter Coverage
174 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Top Exporting Countries for Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil (HS Code 151620) in 2024
For Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Malaysia | 1,588,520,874.2 kg | 1,738,644,270.855 USD |
| 2 | Netherlands | 253,171,388.927 kg | 472,229,253.276 USD |
| 3 | Germany | 68,885,005.803 kg | 154,371,435.9 USD |
| 4 | Sweden | 55,235,011.652 kg | 140,041,802.461 USD |
| 5 | India | 60,618,112.502 kg | 110,060,557.242 USD |
| 6 | United States | 34,333,437 kg | 108,562,399 USD |
| 7 | Spain | 43,527,202.29 kg | 89,316,484.107 USD |
| 8 | Thailand | 44,685,954.904 kg | 60,832,750.56 USD |
| 9 | Belgium | 24,199,746.7 kg | 57,598,889.081 USD |
| 10 | Slovakia | 42,808,441 kg | 46,660,321.847 USD |
Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
403 importer companies are mapped for Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(Turkiye)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-09
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Georgia, Yemen, Azerbaijan
(Turkiye)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-09
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Kazakhstan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-15
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, United States
(Ukraine)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-09
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: United Kingdom
(Pakistan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-09
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: -
(Indonesia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-09
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingBrokers And Trade AgenciesFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
403 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil (HS Code 151620) in 2024
For Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Netherlands | 185,925,946.403 kg | 320,637,481.883 USD |
| 2 | Germany | 109,410,317.252 kg | 195,860,272.797 USD |
| 3 | Malaysia | 204,928,036.771 kg | 185,958,587.92 USD |
| 4 | Denmark | 106,320,292.513 kg | 145,179,012.697 USD |
| 5 | Poland | 47,855,926.614 kg | 99,192,556 USD |
| 6 | Uzbekistan | 58,711,923.516 kg | 78,862,595.99 USD |
| 7 | Egypt | 37,993,985.6 kg | 73,740,187.805 USD |
| 8 | Turkiye | 43,681,248 kg | 72,425,028 USD |
| 9 | Thailand | 53,991,482.419 kg | 71,431,520 USD |
| 10 | Belgium | 36,690,812.98 kg | 68,697,813.395 USD |
Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
Analyze Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.
Classification
Product TypeIngredient
Product FormRefined, Hydrogenated (solid/semi-solid) edible fat
Industry PositionFood Ingredient
Market
Hydrogenated palm kernel oil (HPKO) is a lauric, structured vegetable fat made by hydrogenating refined palm kernel oil and is widely traded as an input for confectionery coatings/compound chocolate, bakery fats, fillings, and other formulated foods. The upstream feedstock (palm kernels/palm kernel oil) is tightly linked to the global oil palm sector, with supply concentrated in Southeast Asia—especially Indonesia and Malaysia—making pricing and availability sensitive to shocks in those origins. Trade commonly moves through integrated crushers/refiners and regional processing hubs that can further hydrogenate and fractionate lauric fats to meet buyer melting-profile specifications. Market access and buyer preference are increasingly shaped by sustainability and traceability requirements for palm-derived products, alongside nutrition and regulatory scrutiny of industrial trans fats where partial hydrogenation is involved.
Major Producing Countries
- IndonesiaLargest oil palm/palm kernel supply base; major refining and derivative processing capacity for palm-based oils and fats.
- MalaysiaMajor oil palm/palm kernel producer and exporter with significant refining and specialty fats/oleochemical industries.
- ThailandMaterial oil palm producer; contributes to regional palm kernel oil availability.
- NigeriaSignificant oil palm producer; production is often oriented to domestic/regional use.
- ColombiaMajor producer in Latin America; supports regional palm oil and kernel-derived supply.
Major Exporting Countries
- IndonesiaKey exporter of palm-based oils and derivatives; shipments include refined and specialty fats captured across palm-related HS categories.
- MalaysiaKey exporter of palm-based oils and derivatives; supplies food and industrial users globally.
- NetherlandsEU trading and processing hub for edible oils/fats, including palm-derived derivatives; often functions as a redistribution point within Europe.
Major Importing Countries
- IndiaMajor global importer of palm-based edible oils and derivatives for food manufacturing and consumer markets.
- ChinaMajor importer of vegetable oils and specialty fats for large-scale food processing and manufacturing.
- United StatesImports specialty fats and processed-food inputs; regulatory and buyer requirements influence formulations and sourcing.
Specification
Physical Attributes
- White to pale yellow, neutral-flavored solid or semi-solid fat at ambient temperatures (spec depends on degree of hydrogenation and fractionation).
- Used where a sharp or tailored melting profile and firm texture are needed (e.g., coatings, fillings, bakery fats).
Compositional Metrics
- Lauric-fat profile typical of palm kernel oil-derived fats; buyers commonly focus on oxidative stability and consistency of functional performance.
- Trans fatty acid content is a key compliance parameter when partial hydrogenation is used; fully hydrogenated variants are generally used to avoid industrial trans fat concerns.
Grades
- Food-grade refined (RBD) palm kernel oil derivatives sold by specification (e.g., melting point/SFC band, FFA, PV, color).
- Specialty fats for confectionery (e.g., lauric cocoa butter substitute/compound coating fat) commonly sold against functional and analytical specifications.
Packaging
- Bulk liquid in heated/insulated tanks or ISO containers for large industrial users (temperature-managed to keep product pumpable).
- Drums, pails, cartons, or block format for smaller lots and downstream manufacturers.
ProcessingHydrogenation level (full vs partial), fractionation, and/or interesterification are used to tailor melting behavior, hardness, and processing performance in confectionery and bakery applications.
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Oil palm cultivation and harvest (fresh fruit bunches) -> milling (palm oil + palm kernels) -> kernel crushing (crude palm kernel oil) -> refining (RBD PKO) -> hydrogenation and optional fractionation/interesterification -> packaging/bulk logistics -> food manufacturers (confectionery/bakery/filled products).
Demand Drivers
- Cost-competitive functional fat for confectionery coatings/compound chocolate, bakery shortenings, and fillings requiring firmness and stable texture.
- Reformulation dynamics tied to industrial trans fat elimination policies, influencing choices between partial hydrogenation, full hydrogenation, and alternative structuring approaches.
- Buyer sustainability and traceability requirements for palm-derived inputs (e.g., certified supply chain models, deforestation-free due diligence for certain markets).
Temperature
- Typically handled as a solid or semi-solid fat; bulk movements may require insulated/heated logistics to keep product pumpable and avoid handling delays.
- Avoid prolonged exposure to excessive heat that can cause complete melting and increase risk of leakage or texture changes after resolidification.
Atmosphere Control
- Oxygen exposure management (e.g., closed systems and/or inert-gas blanketing in bulk tanks) is used in edible-oil logistics to reduce oxidation risk, especially for longer storage.
Shelf Life
- Generally long shelf life when sealed and stored cool, dry, and protected from light/air; routine QC monitoring focuses on oxidation indicators (e.g., peroxide value) and free fatty acids.
Risks
Supply Concentration HighHPKO availability and pricing are structurally exposed to disruptions in the oil palm/palm kernel complex because the key feedstock (palm kernel oil) is tied to oil palm production that is heavily concentrated in a small number of countries—especially Indonesia and Malaysia. Weather shocks, policy changes affecting palm exports, or operational disruptions in these origins can rapidly tighten global supply of lauric specialty fats used by confectionery and bakery manufacturers.Qualify multiple suppliers and compatible specifications across regions; maintain contingency formulations (alternative lauric fats/structuring systems) and consider contractual/hedging strategies aligned to palm complex volatility.
Sustainability And Deforestation Compliance MediumPalm-derived ingredients face heightened market-access and customer-acceptance risk due to deforestation/forest-degradation concerns and emerging due-diligence regimes (e.g., EU deforestation-free requirements) that increase traceability, documentation, and supplier eligibility demands.Implement traceability to origin and chain-of-custody controls; source through recognized certification/supply-chain models where required and align documentation to destination-market due diligence expectations.
Food Safety MediumRefined vegetable oils, including palm-based oils/fats, can contain process contaminants such as 3-MCPD esters and glycidyl esters formed during high-temperature refining; these contaminants are subject to ongoing scientific and regulatory scrutiny and can drive customer testing and tighter specifications.Specify mitigation-oriented refining controls and supplier COP alignment; require routine testing/COAs for relevant contaminants and validate corrective actions when limits are approached.
Nutrition Policy MediumWhere HPKO is partially hydrogenated, industrial trans fat content can trigger regulatory restrictions, labeling impacts, or customer reformulation away from PHOs; even where fully hydrogenated, palm-derived saturated-fat perceptions can influence brand policies and procurement standards.Clarify whether product is fully vs partially hydrogenated and document trans fat levels; support customers with reformulation options that meet destination-market trans fat rules and internal nutrition policies.
Sustainability
- Deforestation and forest degradation controversies linked to oil palm expansion, with heightened scrutiny from regulators, brands, and investors for palm-derived products.
- Regulatory-driven traceability and deforestation-free compliance requirements in key markets (e.g., EU deforestation-free rules covering palm oil and certain derived products).
- Certification and chain-of-custody expectations (e.g., RSPO Identity Preserved/Segregated/Mass Balance/Credits models) that can affect eligible supplier pools and cost.
Labor & Social
- Forced labor and child labor risk signals in oil palm supply chains in certain origin countries, including documented concerns related to migrant worker vulnerabilities in plantation work.
- Downstream buyers may require social compliance audits and grievance mechanisms due to reputational and legal exposure tied to palm-derived inputs.
FAQ
Why is hydrogenated palm kernel oil used in confectionery and bakery products?Manufacturers use hydrogenated palm kernel oil because it can provide a firm structure and a tailored melting profile that works well in compound coatings, fillings, and bakery fats. The exact performance depends on the hydrogenation level and any additional fractionation or interesterification, which are commonly used to meet buyer texture and melting specifications.
What is the biggest global trade risk for hydrogenated palm kernel oil?The biggest risk is supply concentration: HPKO depends on palm kernel oil feedstock linked to oil palm production that is concentrated in a small number of origins, especially Indonesia and Malaysia (as reflected in global production statistics and trade flow tracking by organizations such as FAO/FAOSTAT and ITC Trade Map). Disruptions in those origins can quickly affect global availability and prices for lauric specialty fats.
What sustainability and compliance issues most often affect palm-kernel-derived ingredients in international trade?Deforestation and traceability compliance are central issues for palm-derived products, including meeting buyer sourcing policies and, in some markets, due-diligence rules such as the EU’s deforestation-free regulation. Many buyers also use certification and chain-of-custody approaches (for example RSPO supply chain models) to document sourcing and manage market-access and reputational risk.
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Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: Malaysia, Peru, Indonesia, Philippines, China, Singapore, Argentina, Ecuador, Denmark, Brazil, Germany, Mexico, Netherlands, Poland, Vietnam, Colombia, France, United States, Nigeria, Italy, India, Thailand, Egypt, Sweden, Belgium, Spain, Uzbekistan, United Arab Emirates, Slovakia, Canada, United Kingdom, Turkiye, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Uganda, Greece, Guatemala, Japan, Switzerland, Ethiopia, Morocco, Portugal, South Korea, South Africa, Austria, Honduras, Bulgaria, Chile, Uruguay, Ukraine, Norway, Oman, Kenya, Tunisia, El Salvador, Slovenia, New Zealand, Ireland, Azerbaijan, Australia, Zambia, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Senegal, Lithuania, Romania, Israel, Estonia, Andorra, Afghanistan, Albania, Armenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Burkina Faso, Bahrain, Burundi, Benin, Bermuda, Brunei, Bolivia, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Ivory Coast, Costa Rica, Cuba, Cyprus, Czechia, Dominican Republic, Finland, Fiji, Gabon, Gambia, Hong Kong, Croatia, Hungary, Iran, Iceland, Jamaica, Jordan, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Laos, Sri Lanka, Liberia, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Latvia, Moldova, Montenegro, Madagascar, Macedonia, Myanmar [Burma], Mongolia, Macao, Malta, Mauritius, Maldives, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nicaragua, Nepal, Panama, Paraguay, Qatar, Serbia, Swaziland, Togo, Tanzania, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Zimbabwe
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