Market Size of Fats and Oils Industry
| Study Period | 2019 - 2029 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2023 |
| CAGR | 5.30 % |
| Fastest Growing Market | Asia-Pacific |
| Largest Market | Asia-Pacific |
| Market Concentration | Low |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
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Fats and Oils Market Analysis
The fats and oils market is projected to register a CAGR of 5.3% during the forecast period.
- Fats and oils are used extensively in food applications such as confectioners to produce candies and polish confectionery products. Refined olive oil and coconut oil are increasingly used for various bakery applications as they are bland in taste, allowing food to maintain its original flavor. They also do not exhibit any pungency, unlike mustard oil.
- According to the Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) price index, the cost of fats and oils has increased by 40% between 2020 and 2021. In December 2021, these prices returned to their pre-COVID-19 levels. In 2021 compared to 2020, more industries utilized fats and oils as lubricants. Fats and oils have gained prominence as feed products due to their health benefits for poultry and cattle.
- Fats and oils are also well-known for high-energy food ingredients that contribute essential nutrients the body requires. Moreover, due to health concerns, consumers are gradually replacing trans fat with a healthier substitute, namely unsaturated liquid vegetable oils, such as olive, canola, corn, or soy. This is expected to drive demand for such products across the globe in various applications. Also, today, many fat and oil ingredients are available in great taste and texture while simultaneously targeting appealing label claims around nutrition content.
- Demand for such products is growing in the market and is expected to drive the fats & oils market over the forecast period. Fats and oils are high-energy supplements that ensure nutritional balance while minimizing feed costs. Thus, these are added as feed additives to reduce the incidence of bloat and energy density in the feed.
