Other vegetable oils imports in Ethiopia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ethiopia imported other vegetable oils worth $5.3 million (3.0 thousand tonnes). That is 83% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 16% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $43.2 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5.3M | 3.0K t |
| 2023 | $30.4M | 6.4K t |
| 2022 | $37.7M | 13.6K t |
| 2021 | $43.2M | 16.1K t |
| 2020 | $21.0M | 16.2K t |
| 2019 | $4.1M | 2.0K t |
| 2018 | $9.4M | 8.0K t |
| 2017 | $17.8M | 6.4K t |
Where Ethiopia imports other vegetable oils from
United States alone supplied 99% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $5.3M | 99% |
| India | $26K | 0.5% |
| China | $3K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $2K | 0% |
| Namibia | $1K | 0% |
| South Africa | $1K | 0% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $0K | 0% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
| Romania | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 1515
| 1515.90 | Fixed oils (other species) | 100% |
| 1515.30 | Castor oil | 0.1% |
| 1515.50 | Sesame oil | 0.1% |
| 1515.29 | Refined corn oil | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1515.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.78 per kg, close to the world average of $2.12.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Other vegetable oils exports from Ethiopia
Ethiopia exported $1.6 million of other vegetable oils in 2024 (281 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Spain (36%), Italy (24%), United States (16%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+581% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $576K | 36% |
| Italy | $390K | 24% |
| United States | $249K | 16% |
| Netherlands | $214K | 13% |
| France | $88K | 5.5% |
| Poland | $17K | 1.1% |
| United Kingdom | $17K | 1.1% |
| Lebanon | $12K | 0.8% |
| India | $8K | 0.5% |
| Switzerland | $7K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ethiopia?
The shipment records behind Ethiopia other vegetable oils imports (HS 1515): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 1515: Fixed vegetable or microbial fats and oils n.e.c. in chapter 15 (including jojoba oil) and their fractions, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified.
Common questions
What is the value of other vegetable oils imported by Ethiopia?
Ethiopia imported other vegetable oils worth $5.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 80th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 83% on 2023.
Which countries supply other vegetable oils to Ethiopia?
The United States was the largest supplier with 99% of the value ($5.3 million), followed by India (0%) and China (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 67% on the year.
What is the average import price of other vegetable oils per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.78 per kg in 2024, 16% below the world average of $2.12 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of other vegetable oils to Ethiopia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.8 million in 2017 to $5.3 million in 2024, a fall of 70%. The peak was 2021 at $43.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $21.1 million a year.
Does Ethiopia also export other vegetable oils?
Yes. Ethiopia exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Spain, Italy and the United States. On balance Ethiopia is a net importer of this product, by about $3.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for other vegetable oils?
The HS code for other vegetable oils is heading 1515. In Ethiopia the largest six-digit codes were 1515.90 (100% of the value) and 1515.30 (0%).
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