In 2023, the Netherlands led Europe in crude sunflower-seed oil imports, capturing a 25.5% share. Spain and Italy followed, with import shares of 14.6% and 14.37%, respectively. Significant year-on-year growth was observed in Hungary (50.33%) and Croatia (36.18%), while Greece (-13.28%) and Luxembourg (-15.55%) experienced notable declines. On a five-year basis, various countries displayed diverse trends, reflecting shifts in trade patterns and domestic demand dynamics.
Future trends to monitor include potential increases in sunflower-seed oil demand due to its health benefits, geopolitical factors affecting production and export, and evolving EU agricultural policies. Continued growth in Eastern European nations may also reshape import dynamics significantly.
Top countries in Import of Crude Sunflower-Seed Oil Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 25.5 | 2023 | +12.37% | +31.05% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 14.6 | 2023 | +1.49% | +2.34% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 14.37 | 2023 | +0.7% | +1.1% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 10.86 | 2023 | +4.83% | +5.84% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 8.13 | 2023 | +5.1% | +4.4% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 6.69 | 2023 | +5.49% | +4.59% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 5.32 | 2023 | +4.69% | +5.15% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 3.14 | 2023 | +5.95% | +8.85% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 1.49 | 2023 | +4.36% | +8.86% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 1.33 | 2023 | +6.71% | +50.33% | View data |
