Animal or vegetable fats and oils and their fractions; chemically modified; except those hydrogenated; inter-esterified; re-esterified or elaidinized; inedible mixtures or preparations of animal or vegetable fats or oils
Global agricultural trade data from FAO FAOSTAT. Showing cumulative 2018–2023 values for top 50 trading nations.
About Animal or vegetable fats and oils and their fractions; chemically modified; except those hydrogenated; inter-esterified; re-esterified or elaidinized; inedible mixtures or preparations of animal or vegetable fats or oils Trade Data
This page tracks global trade flows for Animal or vegetable fats and oils and their fractions; chemically modified; except those hydrogenated; inter-esterified; re-esterified or elaidinized; inedible mixtures or preparations of animal or vegetable fats or oils (FAO code 1274) across the top 50 agricultural trading nations. Cumulative export value for 2018–2023 reached $35.9B, while global imports totaled $45.4B. The scale of this tariff-sensitive commodity matters because shifts in US import duties, Section 301 actions, or bilateral free trade agreements can move prices and supply lines in weeks rather than years.
China; mainland leads global exports of Animal or vegetable fats and oils and their fractions; chemically modified; except those hydrogenated; inter-esterified; re-esterified or elaidinized; inedible mixtures or preparations of animal or vegetable fats or oils, while Netherlands (Kingdom of the) is the largest importer. On the US side, closely related products typically classify under HTS Chapter 15, where duty rates depend on the exact 8- or 10-digit subheading. Trade balance between exporting and importing nations reveals structural dependencies that tariff policy can either reinforce or disrupt.
Use this data to benchmark supplier countries, estimate market concentration, and anticipate how tariff changes ripple through Animal or vegetable fats and oils and their fractions; chemically modified; except those hydrogenated; inter-esterified; re-esterified or elaidinized; inedible mixtures or preparations of animal or vegetable fats or oils supply chains. All figures come from FAO FAOSTAT Trade: Crops and Livestock (TCL), converted from FAO 1000 USD reporting units to USD. Combine the trend table, top exporter/importer rankings, and the linked US HTS chapter to build a complete picture of where Animal or vegetable fats and oils and their fractions; chemically modified; except those hydrogenated; inter-esterified; re-esterified or elaidinized; inedible mixtures or preparations of animal or vegetable fats or oils moves, how much is traded, and what tariffs apply at the US border.
Trade Trend (2019–2023)
| Year | Total Exports (top 50 countries) | Total Imports (top 50 countries) |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $3.1B | $4.0B |
| 2020 | $3.9B | $5.5B |
| 2021 | $6.8B | $8.0B |
| 2022 | $9.9B | $11.0B |
| 2023 | $8.5B | $9.8B |
Top Exporters (2023)
| # | Country | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | China; mainland | $2.0B |
| 2 | Netherlands (Kingdom of the) | $1.6B |
| 3 | Malaysia | $913.4M |
| 4 | Spain | $473.3M |
| 5 | Belgium | $421.9M |
| 6 | Canada | $315.6M |
| 7 | Poland | $293.7M |
| 8 | United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland | $265.2M |
| 9 | United States of America | $254.9M |
| 10 | Germany | $244.0M |
Top Importers (2023)
| # | Country | Import Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Netherlands (Kingdom of the) | $2.3B |
| 2 | United States of America | $1.7B |
| 3 | Singapore | $1.5B |
| 4 | Germany | $646.6M |
| 5 | Spain | $638.8M |
| 6 | Belgium | $573.2M |
| 7 | United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland | $432.1M |
| 8 | France | $301.8M |
| 9 | Malaysia | $269.5M |
| 10 | Portugal | $224.4M |
Frequently Asked Questions
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Source: FAO FAOSTAT Trade: Crops and Livestock (TCL). Data covers the top 50 agricultural trading nations. Values in USD (converted from 1000 USD units). Years: 2018–2023.
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