The largest importers of maize oil in 2024 include Spain, Netherlands, and Saudi Arabia. Spain and Tunisia show positive year-on-year growth, while the Netherlands leads with significant growth. Malaysia, Egypt, and Ireland also exhibit substantial increases, reflecting an upward trend in their import volumes. Conversely, countries like Italy, Mexico, and the United Arab Emirates are experiencing declines.
Looking ahead, future trends to watch include potential increases in maize oil imports driven by rising demand from emerging markets. Sustainability practices and tariff adjustments may significantly influence global trade flows and import volumes of maize oil.
Top countries in Maize Oil Import Volume Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 9.41 | 2023 | +3.39% | +8.81% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 8.64 | 2023 | +3.7% | +18.47% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Saudi Arabia | 7.1 | 2023 | -4.17% | -2.04% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Tunisia | 6.48 | 2023 | +2.44% | +8.45% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Kuwait | 5.71 | 2023 | 0% | -3.41% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United States | 5.25 | 2023 | +3.03% | +3.96% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Malaysia | 5.09 | 2023 | +3.13% | +5.71% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Egypt | 4.78 | 2023 | -3.12% | +4.4% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Oman | 4.63 | 2023 | +3.45% | +2.13% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Arab Emirates | 3.4 | 2023 | -4.35% | -1.73% | View data |
