Sub Product
Crude Palm Kernel Oil, Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil, Interesterified Palm Kernel Oil, RBD Palm Kernel Oil
HS Code
151321
Last Updated
2026-05-01
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Palm Kernel Oil market coverage spans 103 countries.
- 589 exporter companies and 1,027 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 3,150 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
- 1 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-05-01.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Palm Kernel Oil
Analyze 3,150 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Palm Kernel Oil.
Palm Kernel Oil Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Palm Kernel Oil to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Palm Kernel Oil: Thailand (+92.8%), Liberia (-62.3%), United States (+53.5%).
Palm Kernel Oil Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-06, benchmark Palm Kernel Oil country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-11, countries with visible Palm Kernel Oil transaction unit prices: Sweden (2.94 USD / kg), Mexico (2.77 USD / kg), Brazil (2.64 USD / kg), United States (2.34 USD / kg), United Arab Emirates (2.20 USD / kg), 9 more countries.
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | +29.3% | 835 | 2.13 USD / kg (20,941,645 kg) | 2.04 USD / kg (18,289,671 kg) | 2.09 USD / kg (9,137,894.5 kg) | 1.70 USD / kg (63,366,979.75 kg) | 1.34 USD / kg (46,318,241.25 kg) | 1.85 USD / kg (26,671,442 kg) | ||||||
| Malaysia | +30.9% | 830 | 1.93 USD / kg (11,150,581.008 kg) | 1.87 USD / kg (15,357,993.978 kg) | 1.81 USD / kg (19,271,458.099 kg) | 1.85 USD / kg (16,001,542.439 kg) | 1.91 USD / kg (25,692,421.007 kg) | 1.99 USD / kg (7,883,266 kg) | ||||||
| Singapore | +28.5% | 316 | 2.01 USD / kg (11,323,059 kg) | 1.87 USD / kg (11,067,336 kg) | 1.80 USD / kg (4,137,338 kg) | 1.68 USD / kg (11,780,247 kg) | 1.89 USD / kg (3,114,899 kg) | 1.95 USD / kg (2,985,018 kg) | ||||||
| Ecuador | +21.2% | 219 | 2.71 USD / kg (1,023,851.699 kg) | 2.41 USD / kg (1,040,611.264 kg) | 1.79 USD / kg (1,269,483.629 kg) | 1.93 USD / kg (3,393,112.859 kg) | 2.40 USD / kg (872,201.398 kg) | 1.81 USD / kg (1,056,911.9 kg) | ||||||
| Costa Rica | +0.4% | 96 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 1.89 USD / kg (2,732,960 kg) | 1.51 USD / kg (889,910 kg) | 1.30 USD / kg (757,650 kg) | ||||||
| Colombia | +12.9% | 56 | 2.12 USD / kg (2,782,870 kg) | 2.04 USD / kg (3,204,999 kg) | 1.92 USD / kg (156,150 kg) | 2.13 USD / kg (533,350 kg) | 2.15 USD / kg (503,762 kg) | 1.55 USD / kg (534,750 kg) | ||||||
| Liberia | -62.3% | 29 | 4.04 USD / kg (515,249.998 kg) | 1.84 USD / kg (365,839.999 kg) | 2.08 USD / kg (243,770 kg) | 2.38 USD / kg (339,199.997 kg) | 2.01 USD / kg (260,580.001 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Netherlands | +14.1% | 22 | 2.77 USD / kg (70,000 kg) | 2.81 USD / kg (120,000 kg) | 2.23 USD / kg (64,800 kg) | 2.23 USD / kg (43,200 kg) | 1.86 USD / kg (42,540 kg) | 1.61 USD / kg (21,280 kg) | ||||||
| Cambodia | -5.8% | 18 | 2.09 USD / kg (-) | 2.00 USD / kg (912,540 kg) | 1.92 USD / kg (361,810 kg) | 1.87 USD / kg (165,060 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Thailand | +92.8% | 18 | 2.00 USD / kg (104,650 kg) | 7.19 USD / kg (10 kg) | 1.45 USD / kg (2,412,429.976 kg) | 1.45 USD / kg (1,667,703.979 kg) | 1.40 USD / kg (138,220 kg) | - (-) |
Palm Kernel Oil Global Supply Chain Coverage
1,616 companies
589 exporters and 1,027 importers are mapped for Palm Kernel Oil.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Palm Kernel Oil, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Palm Kernel Oil Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
589 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Palm Kernel Oil. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Palm Kernel Oil Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners
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Palm Kernel Oil Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 589 total exporter companies in the Palm Kernel Oil supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Poland)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-30
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
(Indonesia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-30
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTradeFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
(Singapore)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-10-03
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingBrokers And Trade AgenciesFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTradeFood Manufacturing
(Indonesia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-10-16
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTrade
(Panama)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-30
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Freight Forwarding And Intermodal
Value Chain Roles: Logistics
(Poland)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-09-09
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / Wholesale
Palm Kernel Oil Global Exporter Coverage
589 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Palm Kernel Oil supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Palm Kernel Oil opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.
Top Exporting Countries for Palm Kernel Oil (HS Code 151321) in 2024
For 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 | 307,827,028 kg | 376,683,111.393 USD |
| 2 | Thailand | 135,345,552.339 kg | 145,873,716.98 USD |
| 3 | Guatemala | 54,035,100 kg | 59,288,328 USD |
| 4 | Netherlands | 10,067,767 kg | 10,601,749.919 USD |
| 5 | Panama | 3,804,199 kg | 4,962,633 USD |
| 6 | Philippines | 2,578,870 kg | 2,909,693 USD |
| 7 | Ecuador | 1,502,410 kg | 1,954,743.17 USD |
| 8 | Brazil | 246,665 kg | 1,215,762 USD |
| 9 | Egypt | 810,747.175 kg | 835,068 USD |
| 10 | Paraguay | 528,000 kg | 715,880 USD |
Palm Kernel Oil Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
Track Palm Kernel Oil exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.
Palm Kernel Oil Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
1,027 importer companies are mapped for Palm Kernel Oil demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Palm Kernel Oil Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 1,027 total importer companies tracked for Palm Kernel Oil. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Ukraine)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-30
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 50M - 100M
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Turkiye)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-30
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 5M - 10M
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Turkiye)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-30
Recently Import Partner Companies: 3
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Malaysia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-30
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: OthersFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood PackagingBeverage ManufacturingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Brazil)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-10-25
Recently Import Partner Companies: 2
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: OthersFood ManufacturingAnimal Production
Value Chain Roles: -
(Sri Lanka)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-30
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingCrop ProductionFood PackagingBeverage ManufacturingOnline Retail And Fulfillment
Value Chain Roles: Germany, United States
Global Importer Coverage
1,027 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Palm Kernel Oil.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Palm Kernel Oil (HS Code 151321) in 2024
For 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 | 137,755,156 kg | 186,334,435.033 USD |
| 2 | Germany | 105,998,548.892 kg | 146,229,382.588 USD |
| 3 | India | 113,978,650 kg | 134,058,040.206 USD |
| 4 | Malaysia | 115,974,326.375 kg | 133,841,058.474 USD |
| 5 | Spain | 52,891,273.383 kg | 76,127,548.528 USD |
| 6 | Mexico | 57,642,460 kg | 74,154,113 USD |
| 7 | Italy | 22,035,500 kg | 29,514,807.148 USD |
| 8 | Belgium | 17,521,001.855 kg | 26,318,021.809 USD |
| 9 | Poland | 13,247,855 kg | 20,808,875 USD |
| 10 | Czechia | 11,346,282 kg | 17,783,885 USD |
Palm Kernel Oil Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
Analyze Palm Kernel Oil origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.
Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Palm Kernel Oil
Palm Kernel Oil Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Palm Kernel Oil wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-11, countries with visible Palm Kernel Oil wholesale unit prices: Spain (2.44 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spain | 2.22 USD / kg | 2.47 USD / kg | 2.57 USD / kg | 2.64 USD / kg | 2.61 USD / kg | 2.44 USD / kg |
Palm Kernel Oil Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Palm Kernel Oil wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 1 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spain | 2.54 USD / kg | 2.17 USD / kg | 2.92 USD / kg | +12.5% |
Latest Palm Kernel Oil Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 5 Palm Kernel Oil wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
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Classification
Product TypeIndustrial Product
Product FormCrude And Refined Oil
Industry PositionProcessed Agricultural Commodity
Market
Palm kernel oil (PKO) is a globally traded lauric vegetable oil derived from the kernel of the oil palm fruit and used across food, oleochemicals, and personal care supply chains. Global supply is structurally concentrated in Southeast Asia—especially Indonesia and Malaysia—because PKO availability is tied to the same oil palm cultivation and milling base as palm oil. International trade is driven by industrial demand for lauric oils (surfactants, soaps, detergents, cosmetics) and by food fats applications where functional properties matter. Market access and buyer acceptance increasingly depend on deforestation-free traceability and responsible labor practices within oil palm supply chains.
Market GrowthMixed (medium-term outlook)Demand growth in oleochemicals and personal care can be offset by sustainability-related market access constraints and substitution among lauric oils depending on relative prices.
Major Producing Countries
- IndonesiaLargest oil palm cultivation base; PKO supply linked to integrated palm milling and kernel crushing capacity
- MalaysiaMajor producer and exporter with large refining and oleochemical industries
- ThailandSignificant producer in Southeast Asia; production largely tied to domestic palm value chain
- NigeriaNotable oil palm producer in West Africa; exportable PKO volumes typically smaller than Southeast Asia
- ColombiaKey producer in Latin America; PKO availability reflects the scale of national oil palm processing
Major Exporting Countries
Major Importing Countries
- ChinaLarge importer for industrial processing and consumer-goods value chains (oleochemicals and food manufacturing)
- IndiaMajor importer of edible and industrial vegetable oils; PKO demand linked to food fats and personal care sectors
- NetherlandsKey EU entry and processing hub for vegetable oils, supporting regional redistribution
- United StatesImports for food ingredient and oleochemical/personal care applications
Specification
Physical Attributes
- Lauric vegetable oil that is often semi-solid at cooler ambient temperatures
- Refined grades are typically light-colored with a neutral to mild odor compared with crude grades
Compositional Metrics
- High lauric-acid profile compared with many other vegetable oils (lauric oil category)
- Free fatty acids (FFA) and peroxide value are common quality metrics in trade specifications
Grades
- Crude Palm Kernel Oil (CPKO)
- RBD Palm Kernel Oil (refined, bleached, deodorized)
- Palm Kernel Olein and Palm Kernel Stearin (fractionated products)
Packaging
- Bulk shipments in heated tanks, ISO tanks, or flexitanks (depending on destination climate and handling capability)
- Drums or intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) for smaller lots and specialty grades
ProcessingRefining (degumming/neutralization, bleaching, deodorization) to meet food and industrial specificationsFractionation into olein/stearin streams for targeted melting behaviorHydrogenation may be used in some downstream food-fat applications where permitted and specified
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Oil palm harvesting -> milling to separate palm kernels -> kernel drying and storage -> crushing/solvent extraction -> crude PKO -> refining and/or fractionation -> bulk export -> downstream oleochemical or food-fat processing
Demand Drivers
- Oleochemicals demand for surfactants, soaps, detergents, and cosmetic formulations (lauric oil feedstock)
- Food manufacturing demand for specific functional fat properties in confectionery, bakery, and coatings (by grade and regulatory constraints)
- Substitution dynamics versus coconut oil and other lauric oils depending on relative price and availability
- Buyer requirements for certified and traceable deforestation-free supply chains in major consumer markets
Temperature
- PKO can solidify or thicken in cooler conditions; heated storage/transport may be required to maintain pumpability
- Temperature control helps limit quality degradation (oxidation) during storage and long-haul logistics
Shelf Life
- Shelf life depends on grade and storage conditions; refined PKO typically stores longer than crude when protected from heat, moisture, and oxygen exposure
Risks
Climate HighEl Niño-related drought and heat can reduce oil palm yields and disrupt PKO availability; because production is highly concentrated in Indonesia and Malaysia, weather shocks in Southeast Asia can tighten global supply and increase price volatility.Diversify sourcing across multiple origins and suppliers where feasible, maintain forward cover, and monitor seasonal climate outlooks tied to Southeast Asian production.
Sustainability And Market Access HighDeforestation-linked controversies in palm supply chains can trigger buyer exclusions and regulatory due-diligence failures, creating sudden loss of access to premium markets for non-traceable PKO.Implement traceability to plantation where possible, align with NDPE expectations, and use credible certification/verification programs with auditable chain-of-custody.
Food Safety MediumRefined vegetable oils can face scrutiny for process contaminants (including 3-MCPD esters and glycidyl esters), requiring robust refining controls and monitoring to meet destination-market limits.Use validated refining parameters, supplier testing programs, and documentation aligned with destination regulatory and customer specifications.
Trade Policy MediumExport levies, quotas, or domestic market obligations affecting palm-derived products in key supplier countries can reshape global availability and pricing for PKO and related derivatives.Track policy changes in major supplier countries and structure contracts with contingency clauses and alternative origin options.
Sustainability
- Deforestation and habitat conversion risk linked to oil palm expansion, including peatland drainage and associated greenhouse-gas emissions
- Traceability and deforestation-free compliance requirements (e.g., buyer NDPE policies and regulatory due-diligence expectations) can affect market access for PKO supply chains
- Indirect land-use change and biodiversity impacts remain central controversies in palm-derived commodity trade
Labor & Social
- Forced labor and worker-rights allegations in parts of the palm sector can create legal, reputational, and customs-related trade risks
- Land tenure disputes and smallholder livelihood pressures can affect social license and long-term sourcing stability
FAQ
What is the difference between palm oil and palm kernel oil (PKO)?Palm oil is produced from the flesh (mesocarp) of the oil palm fruit, while palm kernel oil (PKO) is produced from the fruit’s kernel. PKO is typically treated as a lauric oil and is widely used as a feedstock for oleochemicals (soaps, detergents, surfactants) and some food-fat applications, whereas palm oil is more commonly used as a general edible oil and industrial input.
Which countries dominate global exports of palm kernel oil?Indonesia and Malaysia are the dominant exporting countries for palm kernel oil because they have the world’s largest oil palm cultivation, milling, kernel crushing, and refining capacity.
Why is palm kernel oil associated with deforestation and labor-risk concerns?PKO comes from oil palm supply chains that have a long-running global controversy around deforestation, peatland conversion, and biodiversity impacts, alongside documented concerns about labor practices in parts of the sector. These issues can directly affect trade through buyer NDPE requirements, certification expectations, and regulatory due-diligence rules that demand traceability and responsible sourcing.
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Palm Kernel Oil Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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United Arab Emirates
Afghanistan
Argentina
Austria
Australia
Azerbaijan
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Bangladesh
Belgium
Burkina Faso
Bulgaria
Bahrain
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