Derived Products
Lentil Chips
Raw Materials
Safflower Seeds
HS Code
151211
Last Updated
2026-06-09
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Safflower Oil market coverage spans 114 countries.
- 214 exporter companies and 225 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 430 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 18 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 2026-06-09.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Safflower Oil
Analyze 430 supplier-linked transactions across the top 18 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Safflower Oil.
Safflower Oil Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Safflower Oil to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Safflower Oil: Spain (+386.2%), South Africa (+323.4%), Italy (+258.1%).
Safflower Oil Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-07, benchmark Safflower Oil country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-12, countries with visible Safflower Oil transaction unit prices: Spain (4.62 USD / kg), United States (4.59 USD / kg), France (3.46 USD / kg), India (2.87 USD / kg), Germany (2.00 USD / kg), 4 more countries.
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | -29.5% | 30 | 8.71 USD / kg (486 kg) | 9.93 USD / kg (176,808.5 kg) | 6.06 USD / kg (89,374.08 kg) | 5.56 USD / kg (24,840.77 kg) | 3.93 USD / kg (1,952.8 kg) | 4.59 USD / kg (312,487 kg) | ||||||
| Germany | -46.4% | 8 | - (-) | 2.03 USD / kg (25 kg) | 2.00 USD / kg (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 2.00 USD / kg (-) | ||||||
| India | +20.5% | 16 | 6.81 USD / kg (3 kg) | 3.02 USD / kg (9 kg) | 12.69 USD / kg (900 kg) | - (-) | 8.67 USD / kg (100 kg) | 2.87 USD / kg (497 kg) | ||||||
| Mexico | -7.0% | 219 | 1.87 USD / kg (1,519,768.093 kg) | 1.98 USD / kg (2,474,377.263 kg) | 1.86 USD / kg (1,334,239.834 kg) | 2.10 USD / kg (1,181,741.155 kg) | 1.77 USD / kg (302,309.469 kg) | 1.81 USD / kg (1,375,969.924 kg) | ||||||
| Paraguay | +18.4% | 55 | 1.11 USD / kg (264,000 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | 1.11 USD / kg (747,260 kg) | 1.11 USD / kg (681,500 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Kazakhstan | -6.3% | 51 | 1.12 USD / kg (258,700 kg) | 0.47 USD / kg (102,065 kg) | 0.24 USD / kg (22,043.2 kg) | 0.65 USD / kg (70,725 kg) | 1.05 USD / kg (53,367 kg) | 0.26 USD / kg (212,100 kg) | ||||||
| China | +2.3% | 14 | 11.75 USD / kg (-) | - (-) | 6.77 USD / kg (71,296 kg) | 8.59 USD / kg (21 kg) | 1.84 USD / kg (33,698 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Spain | +386.2% | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 4.62 USD / kg (35,310 kg) | ||||||
| Poland | - | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Bulgaria | - | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Safflower Oil Global Supply Chain Coverage
439 companies
214 exporters and 225 importers are mapped for Safflower Oil.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Safflower Oil, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Safflower Oil Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
214 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Safflower Oil. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Safflower Oil Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners
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Safflower Oil Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 214 total exporter companies in the Safflower Oil supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Kazakhstan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-09
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesCrop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood PackagingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingTrade
(Kazakhstan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-20
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Afghanistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan
Supplying Products: Safflower Oil, Sunflower Oil, Wheat Grain +5
(Kazakhstan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-09
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(France)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-30
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-20
Recently Export Partner Companies: 5
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Industries: Animal ProductionCrop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
(Kazakhstan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-09
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
Safflower Oil Global Exporter Coverage
214 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Safflower Oil supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Safflower Oil opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.
Top Exporting Countries for Safflower Oil (HS Code 151211) in 2024
For Safflower Oil in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ukraine | 6,144,753,226.6 kg | 5,202,391,007.47 USD |
| 2 | Netherlands | 590,401,455 kg | 582,898,897.286 USD |
| 3 | Argentina | 569,251,120 kg | 505,863,377.31 USD |
| 4 | Bulgaria | 428,651,639 kg | 416,917,999.222 USD |
| 5 | Hungary | 415,432,172.11 kg | 405,347,655 USD |
| 6 | Turkiye | 267,277,090 kg | 258,391,640 USD |
| 7 | Poland | 262,048,097.378 kg | 245,152,816 USD |
| 8 | Moldova | 134,556,584 kg | 109,126,113 USD |
| 9 | Bolivia | 97,236,910 kg | 81,912,938.43 USD |
| 10 | Estonia | 63,049,415 kg | 56,269,953.29 USD |
Safflower Oil Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
Track Safflower Oil exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.
Safflower Oil Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
225 importer companies are mapped for Safflower Oil demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Safflower Oil Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 225 total importer companies tracked for Safflower Oil. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Peru)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-09-15
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-09
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-06-18
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-09
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-09
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingCrop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Services And Drinking PlacesOthers
Value Chain Roles: Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan
(Afghanistan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-09
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
225 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Safflower Oil.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Safflower Oil buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.
Top Import Demand Countries for Safflower Oil (HS Code 151211) in 2024
For Safflower Oil in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | India | 3,722,099,582.517 kg | 3,617,048,603.817 USD |
| 2 | Spain | 933,360,537.331 kg | 908,216,131.272 USD |
| 3 | Italy | 734,965,870.666 kg | 737,895,036.645 USD |
| 4 | Egypt | 717,802,959.097 kg | 726,814,801.36 USD |
| 5 | Netherlands | 653,374,172.926 kg | 612,630,284.435 USD |
| 6 | Belgium | 341,596,790.89 kg | 517,213,291.941 USD |
| 7 | Poland | 390,140,227 kg | 343,066,675 USD |
| 8 | Bulgaria | 340,668,801.381 kg | 321,771,858.247 USD |
| 9 | Uzbekistan | 224,002,810 kg | 172,570,364 USD |
| 10 | United Kingdom | 123,864,999 kg | 133,955,040.592 USD |
Safflower Oil Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
Analyze Safflower 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 Safflower Oil
Safflower Oil Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Safflower Oil wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Safflower Oil wholesale unit prices: Mexico (2.14 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mexico | 2.01 USD / kg | 2.10 USD / kg | 2.15 USD / kg | 2.14 USD / kg | - | - |
Safflower Oil Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Safflower 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 | Mexico | 2.16 USD / kg | 1.48 USD / kg | 3.28 USD / kg | +8.7% |
Latest Safflower Oil Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 5 Safflower Oil wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
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| 2026-06-01 | Ace**** ********************* ******* * ****** ******* * ******* ********* ******* ******* ***** ** ********** ******** | 26.22 USD / kg | |
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| 2026-06-01 | Ace**** ********************* ******* * ****** ********* * ******* ********* ******* ******* ***** ** ********** ******** | 20.85 USD / kg | |
| 2026-06-01 | Ace**** ********************* ******* * ****** ********* * ******* *** ******* ** ****** ** ********** ** | 23.82 USD / kg |
Classification
Product TypeIngredient
Product FormVegetable Oil (Crude or Refined)
Industry PositionEdible Oil / Food Ingredient
Market
Safflower oil is a niche vegetable oil traded mainly as refined or crude oil for food use (cooking, frying, blending) and some non-food applications, with supply anchored in countries that grow safflower seed at scale such as Kazakhstan, the United States, Russia, Mexico, China, Türkiye, and India. In trade statistics, safflower oil is commonly reported together with sunflower oil under HS headings (e.g., HS 151211/151219), which makes safflower-specific global trade flows difficult to isolate at the HS6 level. As a result, global import/export rankings for “sunflower-seed and safflower oil” are heavily influenced by sunflower oil supply dynamics, especially in Black Sea and EU supply chains. Procurement risk is shaped by thin market depth (relative to major oils) and the need to specify chemistry (high-linoleic vs high-oleic) and quality parameters aligned to Codex guidance.
Major Producing Countries
- KazakhstanListed among leading safflower producers in FAO-referenced country background material.
- United StatesListed among leading safflower producers in FAO-referenced country background material.
- RussiaListed among leading safflower producers in FAO-referenced country background material.
- MexicoListed among leading safflower producers in FAO-referenced country background material.
- ChinaListed among leading safflower producers in FAO-referenced country background material.
- TurkiyeListed among leading safflower producers in FAO-referenced country background material.
- IndiaListed among leading safflower producers in FAO-referenced country background material.
Major Exporting Countries
- UkraineTop exporter in UN Comtrade/WITS for HS 151211 (crude sunflower-seed and safflower oil) and appears among top exporters for HS 151219 (excl. crude); HS categories aggregate sunflower and safflower oil.
- TurkiyeTop exporter in UN Comtrade/WITS for HS 151219 (sunflower-seed and safflower oil, excl. crude); HS category aggregates sunflower and safflower oil.
- ArgentinaAmong top exporters in UN Comtrade/WITS for HS 151211 (crude sunflower-seed and safflower oil); HS category aggregates sunflower and safflower oil.
- BulgariaAmong top exporters in UN Comtrade/WITS for HS 151211 (crude sunflower-seed and safflower oil); HS category aggregates sunflower and safflower oil.
- NetherlandsAmong top exporters in UN Comtrade/WITS for HS 151211 (crude sunflower-seed and safflower oil); HS category aggregates sunflower and safflower oil.
- FranceAmong top exporters in UN Comtrade/WITS for HS 151219 (sunflower-seed and safflower oil, excl. crude); HS category aggregates sunflower and safflower oil.
- HungaryAmong top exporters in UN Comtrade/WITS for HS 151219 (sunflower-seed and safflower oil, excl. crude); HS category aggregates sunflower and safflower oil.
Major Importing Countries
- IndiaTop importer in UN Comtrade/WITS for HS 151211 (crude sunflower-seed and safflower oil); HS category aggregates sunflower and safflower oil.
- ChinaAmong top importers in UN Comtrade/WITS for HS 151211 (crude sunflower-seed and safflower oil); HS category aggregates sunflower and safflower oil.
- TurkiyeAmong top importers in UN Comtrade/WITS for HS 151211 (crude sunflower-seed and safflower oil) while also a major exporter of HS 151219; HS categories aggregate sunflower and safflower oil.
- SpainAmong top importers in UN Comtrade/WITS for HS 151211 (crude sunflower-seed and safflower oil); HS category aggregates sunflower and safflower oil.
- ItalyAmong top importers in UN Comtrade/WITS for HS 151211 (crude sunflower-seed and safflower oil); HS category aggregates sunflower and safflower oil.
Specification
Major VarietiesSafflower-seed oil (standard/typically high-linoleic), Safflower-seed oil (high oleic acid)
Physical Attributes
- Typically a clear, pale-yellow liquid oil at ambient conditions (refined grades), with mild sensory profile compared with strongly flavored oils
- Oxidative stability varies materially by fatty-acid profile (high-oleic vs high-linoleic) and refining/handling quality
Compositional Metrics
- Codex Standard for Named Vegetable Oils provides acceptance ranges for key identity/quality parameters (e.g., iodine value, saponification value) for safflower oil and high-oleic safflower oil
- Codex specifies that high-oleic acid safflower oil must contain not less than 70% oleic acid (as a percentage of total fatty acids)
Grades
- Crude (unrefined) safflower oil for further refining
- Refined, bleached, deodorized (RBD) safflower oil for direct food use
- Cold-pressed/virgin safflower oil (niche, typically premium positioning; additive use differs vs refined oils per Codex guidance)
Packaging
- Bulk: ISO tanks/flexitanks for ocean freight; stainless or epoxy-lined tanks for storage
- Bulk: drums (e.g., steel drums) and IBC totes for ingredient distribution
- Retail: PET or glass bottles (light/oxygen protection preferred for stability)
ProcessingBuyer specs commonly differentiate high-oleic vs high-linoleic types and set oxidation/cleanliness limits (e.g., peroxide value, free fatty acids, insoluble impurities) consistent with Codex-aligned quality programs
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Safflower seed production and aggregation -> cleaning (and optional dehulling) -> crushing/expelling or solvent extraction -> crude oil -> refining (degumming/neutralization/bleaching/deodorization) -> bulk storage -> export/import -> bottling or use in food manufacturing
Demand Drivers
- Edible oil use in cooking, frying, and oil blends where a neutral profile is desired
- Specialty demand for high-oleic safflower oil in applications seeking higher oxidative stability relative to high-linoleic oils
- Non-food demand in selected personal care and industrial formulations where vegetable oils are used as carriers or functional inputs
Temperature
- Ambient logistics are typical; quality protection focuses on minimizing heat exposure during storage/transport to reduce oxidation and preserve sensory quality
- Tank, drum, and IBC handling commonly uses clean, dry systems to prevent moisture/impurity pickup
Atmosphere Control
- Oxygen management (e.g., limiting headspace oxygen and using inert gas blanketing where practiced) helps manage oxidation risk in bulk storage
Shelf Life
- Shelf life is strongly dependent on fatty-acid profile (high-oleic vs high-linoleic), refining quality, and exposure to oxygen/light; buyer specifications typically set oxidation limits rather than relying on a single universal shelf-life duration
Risks
Climate HighSafflower is a relatively small global oilseed compared with major oils, and production is often concentrated in semi-arid climates; drought and heat shocks can therefore cause outsized volatility in available seed and oil supply for international buyers.Use multi-origin contracting where feasible, specify acceptable substitute oils for contingency, and align inventory buffers with lead times for crushing/refining and shipping.
Market Transparency MediumInternational trade data often aggregates sunflower and safflower oil under the same HS6 headings (e.g., HS 151211/151219), reducing transparency on safflower-specific trade flows and complicating market monitoring and benchmarking.Complement HS-based monitoring with supplier declarations, product COA/spec sheets, and contract language that explicitly identifies safflower oil type (high-oleic vs high-linoleic) and quality limits.
Quality Degradation (Oxidation) MediumSafflower oil quality can degrade through oxidation during storage and transport, with risk influenced by fatty-acid profile, refining quality, and oxygen/light exposure; degradation can lead to off-flavors and out-of-spec peroxide/acid values.Specify Codex-aligned parameters, require recent COAs, and implement good bulk handling practices (clean/dry systems, light protection for packaged oil, and oxygen management in storage).
Regulatory Compliance LowCodex provides identity and compositional guidance for named vegetable oils; mismatches between buyer specification, labeling (e.g., “high oleic”), and delivered chemistry can create compliance and dispute risk in cross-border trade.Contractually define the oil type and reference Codex identity parameters; verify fatty-acid profile via accredited laboratory testing when claims (e.g., high-oleic) are material.
Sustainability
- Climate and water risk in dryland production systems: safflower is often grown in semi-arid regions where drought and heat can drive yield variability and tighten supply
- Input intensity variability (fertilizer/pest management) and soil stewardship: expansion in marginal lands can increase erosion risk if rotations and residue management are weak
FAQ
Why is safflower oil trade data hard to isolate in global HS statistics?Because common HS6 headings used in customs data combine sunflower and safflower oil (for example, crude and non-crude “sunflower-seed and safflower oil”), so the reported import/export rankings largely reflect sunflower oil flows rather than safflower-only volumes.
What does “high-oleic safflower oil” mean in international standards terms?Codex’s Standard for Named Vegetable Oils specifies that high-oleic acid safflower oil must contain at least 70% oleic acid as a share of total fatty acids, which is why buyers often require a fatty-acid profile certificate rather than relying on the label claim alone.
Which countries are commonly cited as leading safflower producers?FAO-referenced country background material identifies Kazakhstan, the United States, Russia, Mexico, China, Türkiye, and India among leading safflower producers, reflecting where safflower seed supply for crushing can be most material.
Sources
Safflower Oil Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
Explore country-level Safflower Oil market pages for supplier coverage, trade flows, and price benchmarks.
All country market pages: India, Ukraine, United States, China, Kazakhstan, Netherlands, Argentina, Bulgaria, Turkiye, Spain, Hungary, Mexico, France, Italy, Ethiopia, United Kingdom, Romania, Uzbekistan, Egypt, Moldova, Australia, Poland, Latvia, Portugal, Czechia, Peru, Israel, Belgium, Pakistan, Germany, Japan, Serbia, Lesotho, South Korea, Malaysia, South Africa, Austria, Thailand, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Croatia, Canada, Sweden, Chile, Oman, Greece, Morocco, Slovenia, Jordan, Mozambique, Slovakia, Macedonia, Philippines, Taiwan, Uganda, Lithuania, Tunisia, Switzerland, Guatemala, Tanzania, Zambia, Iran, Ecuador, Ireland, Kyrgyzstan, Azerbaijan, Botswana, Andorra, Albania, Armenia, Burkina Faso, Bahrain, Burundi, Brazil, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cyprus, Denmark, Dominican Republic, Estonia, Finland, Gabon, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Iceland, Kenya, Kuwait, Luxembourg, Montenegro, Madagascar, Mongolia, Malta, Mauritius, Maldives, Malawi, Namibia, Nigeria, Norway, Nepal, New Zealand, Panama, Paraguay, Qatar, Singapore, Senegal, El Salvador, Swaziland, Uruguay, Vietnam, Zimbabwe
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