In 2023, the sunflower seed oil for non-food uses in the UK was recorded at 113.0 thousand metric tons. Forecasts predict a steady decline from 112.0 thousand metric tons in 2024 and 2025 to 109.0 thousand metric tons by 2028. The year-on-year variation reveals a diminishing pattern, with a slight 0% decrease between 2024 and 2025, leading to a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year period showing a negative trend. This projection indicates a gradual reduction in consumption or demand for non-food uses within the market.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Alternative uses and innovations in sunflowerseed oil.
- Potential impact of environmental regulations on production and use.
- Shifts in industrial demand and global market influences.
- Developments in substitute products or competing oils.
