The European import of maize oil is heavily concentrated in the Netherlands, Spain, and Greece, accounting for nearly half of the market share in 2023. Despite a decline in imports by the Netherlands and Spain, Germany and Ireland showed positive growth. A notable decline in Italy's imports was observed, while Belgium and Greece maintained relatively stable shares. Countries like Denmark and Romania displayed significant year-on-year growth, indicating emerging markets potentially impacting future distribution.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts in market dynamics due to varying biofuel policies, health trends promoting maize oil, and geopolitical factors affecting international trade. Close attention should be given to Germany, France, and the Nordic countries for signs of increase due to favorable import conditions and consumer preferences.
Top countries in Import of Maize Oil Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 16.5 | 2023 | -2.97% | -5% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 16.5 | 2023 | -11.72% | -13.9% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 16.26 | 2023 | +3.15% | -1.71% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 9.31 | 2023 | -6.38% | -0.33% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 9.2 | 2023 | +3.56% | +7.37% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 5.93 | 2023 | -1.56% | -2.22% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Ireland | 5.44 | 2023 | +30.79% | +4.3% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 3.79 | 2023 | -27.67% | -22.94% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 3.44 | 2023 | +0.0087% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 2.85 | 2023 | +24.19% | -2.92% | View data |
