The global import of castor oil or fractions is led by China, significantly outpacing other countries like the United States and France. In 2023, China's imports stood exceptionally high, showcasing a steady increase over the years with a 3.86% rise. Meanwhile, Belgium, Indonesia, Egypt, and Pakistan have noted significant growth, diverging from countries like Switzerland, Austria, and Ireland, which have experienced declines. Notably, Costa Rica and the Netherlands show promising upward trends with substantial year-on-year growth.
Looking ahead, increased demand for sustainable and natural products might spur growth in castor oil imports. Monitoring the evolving industrial applications, biofuel production, and shifts in global manufacturing could affect future import dynamics by country.
Top countries in Import of Castor Oil or Fractions by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 337,940,000 | 2023 | +3.47% | +3.86% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United States | 68,623,000 | 2023 | +1.93% | +1.65% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 65,722,000 | 2023 | +0.054% | +0.3% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 61,884,000 | 2023 | +1.86% | +1.21% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 37,765,000 | 2023 | +2.49% | +2.7% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Thailand | 25,360,000 | 2023 | +1.76% | +2.9% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Japan | 17,924,000 | 2023 | +0.45% | +0.69% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 17,691,000 | 2023 | +1.54% | +2.38% | View data |
| 9 | 9 South Korea | 10,958,000 | 2023 | +2.94% | +3.5% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 10,861,000 | 2023 | +0.81% | -0.4% | View data |
