The demand for raw animal fats in China is forecasted to gradually decline from 2024 to 2028. The projected figures indicate a steady year-on-year decrease in volume, reflecting a shift in consumer preferences or possible advancements in alternative products. In 2023, the actual demand was at 3.87 million metric tons. By 2024, the forecast suggests a contraction to 3.85 million metric tons, continuing to decrease each year. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) assesses an average yearly decrease, indicating a slight, yet consistent, reduction in demand over these five years.

Future trends worth monitoring include:

Growth in plant-based and synthetic fat alternatives, potentially influencing traditional fat consumption.
Policy and regulatory changes related to health and environmental impacts.
Technological advancements in food processing that might alter raw fat utilization.