Rising Production Rate Across Soybean Oil Market Impacts Growth until 2022

Posted by Arslan on February 1st, 2019

As per the latest study conducted by the Fact.MR, the global market for soybean oil is set to increase at a steady rate over the next five years and reach a valuation in excess of US$ 21,373 Mn by 2022-end. Soybean oil is one of the most common cooking oil, which is used worldwide. Nearly two-third amount of the soybean that is produced across the globe is used for soybean oil production. In the recent years, the global production of soybean oil has surged incessantly owing to its increasing application in the food and beverage industry.

The product is widely used for baking, frying and as a condiment for salads.  Demand for the product is gaining traction owing to its omega-3 fatty acids and polyunsaturated fats content that are beneficial to the health.  Moreover, soybean oil is also used in the manufacturing alkyd resins that are used in inks and oil paints. Soybean oil continue to be a cost-efficient cooking oil, which is readily available in the market. The aforementioned factors are likely to make a positive influence on the global Soybean Oil Market.

Global Consumption of Processed Soybean Oil to Remain the Highest

The global consumption of processed soybean oil is expected to remain significantly higher as compared to the virgin variant. In addition, sales of processed soybean oil currently account for more than two-third share of the market in terms of revenue and are expected to gain 70 BPS over 2022. Processed soybean oil can be used directly for cooking purposes without any purification or refining obligations, and hence is preferred by most consumers.  On the basis of end use, the retail segment is expected to remain highly attractive throughout the forecast period. Currently, this segment accounts for little over 38% revenue share of the market and projected to reach valuation of US$ 8,156 Mn by 2022. Meanwhile, the foodservice segment is estimated to retain its second spot.

By distribution channel, modern trade will remain the leading segment of the market in 2017 and beyond. This segment currently accounts for around one-third market share in terms of revenue. At the same time, online retail stores are also steadily emerging as key distribution channel for soybean oil.

Consumption of Soybean oil will Remain Robust in Europe

Europe will remain the leading market for soybean oil over the forecast period. The region’s market is projected to increase at a steady CAGR over 2022.  There is substantial usage of the product both as feed and fuel in the region. Asia Pacific excluding Japan (APEJ) will also continue to be an attractive market for soybean oil owing to its high consumption as well as production in countries such as China and India.

Competition Tracking

Ruchi Soya Industries Ltd, The Adani Wilmar Ltd., Archer Daniels Midland Company, Associated British Foods (Ach), Bunge Limited, Beidahuang Group, Cargill Inc., Borges Mediterranean Group, Adams Group, Fuji Vegetable Oil, Inc., Olympic Oils Limited, American Vegetable Oils, Inc., Marico Limited, Ach Food Companies, Inc, and ConAgra Foods (Agrotech Foods Ltd) are the key companies profiled in the Fact.MR’s report.