Rapeseed and mustard oil trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in rapeseed and mustard oil was worth $12.22 billion in 2024, about 10.54 million tonnes. That is an increase of 76% since 2017, and down 17% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $12.22B | 10.54M t |
| 2023 | $14.82B | 10.93M t |
| 2022 | $14.31B | 8.34M t |
| 2021 | $12.66B | 9.55M t |
| 2020 | $8.38B | 8.94M t |
| 2019 | $7.10B | 8.05M t |
| 2018 | $6.91B | 7.53M t |
| 2017 | $6.93B | 7.36M t |
Top rapeseed and mustard oil exporting countries
Exports are led by Canada (35%), Germany (12%) and Russia (9%). 113 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 56%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $4.29B | 35% |
| Germany | $1.45B | 12% |
| Russia | $1.16B | 9.5% |
| France | $722.1M | 5.9% |
| Belgium | $582.6M | 4.8% |
| Netherlands | $573.3M | 4.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $523.0M | 4.3% |
| Belarus | $491.5M | 4% |
| Czech Republic | $360.9M | 3% |
| Ukraine | $270.7M | 2.2% |
| Australia | $263.2M | 2.2% |
| Poland | $177.7M | 1.5% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 34% of world imports, ahead of China and the Netherlands. Demand is concentrated: the top three take 60% across 207 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $4.17B | 34% |
| China | $1.83B | 15% |
| Netherlands | $1.30B | 11% |
| Belgium | $578.2M | 4.7% |
| Germany | $535.1M | 4.4% |
| Norway | $501.0M | 4.1% |
| Sweden | $297.4M | 2.4% |
| Mexico | $265.6M | 2.2% |
| United Kingdom | $216.7M | 1.8% |
| France | $198.7M | 1.6% |
| Austria | $192.3M | 1.6% |
| Poland | $185.2M | 1.5% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $1.16 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Belgium averaged $1.28 per kg and Belarus $0.98 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 1514: Rape, colza or mustard oil and their fractions; whether or not refined, but not chemically modified. HS 1514 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most rapeseed and mustard oil?
Canada exported $4.29 billion in 2024, 35% of the world total, followed by Germany (12%) and Russia (9%). In all, 113 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most rapeseed and mustard oil?
The United States imported $4.17 billion in 2024, 34% of world imports, ahead of China (15%) and the Netherlands (11%). The top three importers together take 60%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in rapeseed and mustard oil?
It was worth $12.22 billion in 2024, about 10.54 million tonnes. That is an increase of 76% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $14.82 billion. 113 countries reported exports and 207 reported imports.
What is the average price of rapeseed and mustard oil per kg?
The world average declared value was about $1.16 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Belgium averaged $1.28 per kg and Belarus $0.98 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for rapeseed and mustard oil?
The HS code for rapeseed and mustard oil is heading 1514, in chapter 15 (animal, vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their cleavage products; prepared edible fats; animal or vegetable waxes). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 1514 page.
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