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Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Palm Oil
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Palm Oil Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
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Top YoY shifts for Palm Oil: United States (+41.2%), Singapore (+39.9%), Thailand (-24.3%).
Palm Oil Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
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In 2026-02, countries with visible Palm Oil transaction unit prices: Brazil (2.09 USD / kg), Mexico (1.75 USD / kg), South Africa (1.50 USD / kg), Nepal (1.49 USD / kg), Mozambique (1.48 USD / kg), 14 more countries.
2,351 exporters and 4,293 importers are mapped for Palm Oil.
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Palm Oil Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
2,351 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Palm Oil. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
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Palm Oil Global Supplier Catalog Offers and Export Pricing Opportunities
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(Indonesia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-13
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingTrade
(Ecuador)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-13
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Democratic Republic of the Congo)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-13
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
(Singapore)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-30
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingCrop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingRetailTrade
(Panama)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-13
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
(United Arab Emirates)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-13
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Palm Oil Global Exporter Coverage
2,351 companies
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Top Exporting Countries for Palm Oil (HS Code 151110) in 2024
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Palm Oil Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Palm Oil Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
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Palm Oil Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(Uganda)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-13
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Azerbaijan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-13
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: -
(Sri Lanka)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-13
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Pakistan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-29
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Philippines)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-09-24
Recently Import Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Crop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Democratic Republic of the Congo)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-13
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
4,293 companies
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Top Import Demand Countries for Palm Oil (HS Code 151110) in 2024
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Classification
Product TypeIngredient
Product FormBulk edible oil (crude, refined, and fractionated)
Industry PositionProcessed Agricultural Commodity
Market
Palm oil is the world’s most traded vegetable oil by volume, with global export availability heavily concentrated in Southeast Asia—especially Indonesia and Malaysia. It is a flexible input across packaged foods, foodservice frying, oleochemicals (soaps/surfactants), and biodiesel, so demand is linked to both consumer staples and energy policy. Trade flows and pricing are highly sensitive to origin-country policy changes (export measures, domestic biodiesel mandates) and weather-driven yield swings. Sustainability and traceability requirements are a defining market dynamic, with deforestation and peat-related concerns influencing procurement standards and regulatory due-diligence expectations in major importing regions.
Market GrowthMixed (medium-term)Staple-food demand growth in Asia and steady oleochemical demand alongside policy-driven biodiesel swings and sustainability-related market-access constraints
Major Producing Countries
IndonesiaLargest global producer; central to world export availability (FAOSTAT; ITC Trade Map).
MalaysiaSecond-largest producer and exporter; major refinery and export hub (FAOSTAT; MPOB).
ThailandSignificant producer; larger domestic absorption relative to Indonesia/Malaysia (FAOSTAT).
NigeriaMajor producer with a stronger domestic-market orientation than leading Southeast Asian exporters (FAOSTAT).
ColombiaLeading producer in the Americas; participates in regional trade and industrial uses (FAOSTAT).
Major Exporting Countries
IndonesiaDominant exporter; export policy and biodiesel mandates can rapidly shift global balances (ITC Trade Map; WTO).
MalaysiaCore exporter of refined and fractionated products; extensive downstream refining capacity (ITC Trade Map; MPOB).
NetherlandsImportant re-export and processing gateway within Europe (ITC Trade Map).
Papua New GuineaSmaller but established exporter into Asia-Pacific markets (ITC Trade Map).
ColombiaRegional exporter; trade role smaller than Southeast Asian origins (ITC Trade Map).
Major Importing Countries
IndiaOne of the largest import markets; palm oil is a major edible-oil staple input (ITC Trade Map).
ChinaMajor importer for food manufacturing and foodservice demand (ITC Trade Map).
NetherlandsEU entry and redistribution hub; links import demand to refining and re-export (ITC Trade Map).
PakistanLarge importer for edible oil consumption and food manufacturing (ITC Trade Map).
BangladeshSignificant importer for edible oil demand (ITC Trade Map).
United StatesImporter primarily for processed foods and industrial uses; procurement frequently shaped by sustainability and compliance requirements (USDA FAS; RSPO).
Specification
Major VarietiesElaeis guineensis (African oil palm), Elaeis oleifera (American oil palm) and interspecific hybrids (limited commercial share)
Physical Attributes
Crude palm oil is naturally reddish-orange due to carotenoids; refined products are light-colored after bleaching/deodorization
Semi-solid behavior around typical room temperatures; fractionation commonly produces liquid palm olein and solid palm stearin
Compositional Metrics
Free fatty acids (FFA) and moisture/impurities are core trading quality parameters for crude palm oil
Iodine value and melting profile are used to characterize fractions and application fit (e.g., olein vs stearin)
Peroxide value and anisidine value are common oxidation indicators for refined oils
Process contaminants (e.g., 3-MCPD esters and glycidyl esters) are a key compliance focus for refined palm oils in some markets (e.g., EU/food-safety guidance)
Grades
Crude Palm Oil (CPO)
Refined Bleached Deodorized (RBD) Palm Oil
RBD Palm Olein (liquid fraction)
RBD Palm Stearin (solid fraction)
Packaging
Bulk shipments in heated tanks/tankers for large industrial buyers
Flexitanks or ISO tanks for containerized bulk trade where heating control is available
Drums/IBCs/jerrycans for smaller industrial users and regional distribution
Retail bottles and consumer packs for downstream branded edible oils (country-specific packaging varies)
ProcessingPhysical refining and/or chemical refining (degumming/neutralization, bleaching, deodorization) to produce RBD palm oilFractionation (dry or solvent-based) to separate olein and stearin for tailored functionalityInteresterification/blending used by food manufacturers to tune texture and melting behavior without partial hydrogenation
Large-scale edible-oil demand in South and East Asia (household cooking, food manufacturing, foodservice frying)
Functional performance and cost competitiveness in bakery, confectionery, and snack manufacturing
Oleochemical demand for soaps, detergents, and personal care inputs
Biofuel blending mandates and renewable fuel policies that can materially redirect supply into energy use
Temperature
Heated storage and transport are often required to keep palm oil pumpable and avoid crystallization/solidification in bulk logistics
Oxidation control (limiting heat exposure, light, and oxygen) supports quality preservation during storage and distribution
Atmosphere Control
Nitrogen blanketing/inert-gas headspace is commonly used in bulk edible-oil storage to reduce oxidation risk
Shelf Life
Refined palm oil and fractions generally have a long ambient shelf life when protected from heat, light, and oxygen; shelf life shortens with repeated heating and poor storage conditions
Risks
Supply Concentration HighGlobal export supply is heavily concentrated in Indonesia and Malaysia, so weather shocks, domestic biodiesel mandates, or export-policy changes in these origins can rapidly tighten availability and increase price volatility across importing regions.Diversify origin mix where feasible (including refined/fractionated sourcing hubs), build contractual flexibility across CPO/RBD/olein/stearin, and monitor origin policy signals and shipping constraints as leading indicators.
Sustainability And Market Access HighPalm oil faces persistent scrutiny for deforestation and peat-related impacts; importing-region due-diligence rules and retailer/brand NDPE commitments can restrict market access without robust traceability and verified no-deforestation practices.Implement end-to-end traceability, independent verification (e.g., certification plus grievance mechanisms), and active supplier engagement focused on high-risk landscapes and smallholder support.
Climate MediumOil palm yields are sensitive to rainfall patterns and heat stress; climate variability (including drought and extreme rainfall) can reduce bunch yields and disrupt harvest/logistics, amplifying global price swings given concentrated supply.Use climate-risk monitoring at origin-region level, diversify sourcing windows and product forms (olein/stearin), and prioritize suppliers with resilient agronomy and water/soil management programs.
Food Safety MediumRefined vegetable oils, including palm oil, can be scrutinized for process contaminants (e.g., 3-MCPD esters and glycidyl esters) formed during high-temperature refining, creating compliance and reformulation risks in sensitive markets.Specify contaminant limits in contracts, source from refineries with validated mitigation steps, and maintain test-and-release programs aligned to destination-market requirements.
Logistics MediumBulk palm oil trade depends on reliable heated storage/transport and contamination controls; temperature excursions, port congestion, or inadequate tank hygiene can cause quality loss and claims.Require approved bulk logistics providers, enforce tank-cleaning and previous-cargo controls, and use temperature monitoring with clear custody-transfer specifications.
Sustainability
Deforestation and peatland conversion linked to oil palm expansion in Indonesia and Malaysia, with associated biodiversity and greenhouse-gas impacts (UNEP/FAO-aligned reporting; RSPO context)
Regional haze and air-quality impacts associated with land-clearing fires in parts of Southeast Asia (UNEP and regional environmental reporting)
High buyer emphasis on traceability and no-deforestation sourcing; certification and supply-chain due diligence (e.g., RSPO) are widely used governance tools
Wastewater (palm oil mill effluent, POME) management and methane emissions control as key mill-level sustainability issues
Labor & Social
Migrant labor recruitment and worker-rights compliance risks in parts of the sector (especially Malaysia and Indonesia), prompting heightened buyer audits and due diligence (ILO; US DOL ILAB)
Smallholder inclusion and income stability: smallholders are important suppliers in major origins, but can face barriers to certification/traceability compliance without support (RSPO/FAO-aligned discussions)
Reputational and market-access sensitivity: allegations of forced labor or abusive recruitment practices can trigger commercial exclusion and intensified compliance scrutiny in importing markets (ILO; CBP compliance context)
FAQ
Which countries dominate global palm oil exports?Indonesia and Malaysia are the core exporting origins, and global availability is highly sensitive to policy and production changes in these two countries. ITC Trade Map is a common reference for identifying leading exporters and importers by HS code.
Why is palm oil considered a high-scrutiny commodity for sustainability?Palm oil has a well-documented controversial history linked to deforestation and peatland conversion in key producing regions, with associated biodiversity and greenhouse-gas concerns. As a result, many buyers require traceability and verified no-deforestation practices (often using RSPO-related standards and broader NDPE-aligned procurement expectations), and some importing regions are tightening due-diligence requirements.
What are common commercial quality specifications used in palm oil trade?Common specifications include FFA and moisture/impurities (especially for crude palm oil), oxidation indicators such as peroxide value (for refined products), and application-linked parameters such as iodine value and melting profile for fractions like olein and stearin. Some markets also focus on refining-related process contaminants (e.g., 3-MCPD esters and glycidyl esters), so buyers may include contaminant limits and testing requirements in contracts.
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