The forecast for the sold production of hydrogenated or esterified animal or vegetable fats and oils in Germany shows a steady decline from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, production stood at 164.0 million kilograms. The year-over-year variation from 2024 to 2025 is projected at -2.1%, continuing with -2.1% in both 2025 to 2026 and 2026 to 2027, and further dropping by 2.1% from 2027 to 2028. This reflects a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately -2.1% over the five-year period from 2024 to 2028.
Future trends to watch for include advancements in alternative oil technologies and their production efficiencies, shifts in consumer preferences towards healthier fats and oils, and regulatory changes impacting the market. Additionally, global trade dynamics could influence the supply-demand balance, affecting production levels further.