Sunflower Oil Market Report 2026

The sunflower oil market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $28.56 billion in 2025 to $30.5 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in household cooking oil consumption, expansion of packaged food industry, awareness of healthy fats, agricultural sunflower production, retail distribution growth.

The sunflower oil market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $38.25 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising health consciousness, demand for low saturated fat oils, growth of food service sector, expansion of cosmetic applications, growth in urban populations. Major trends in the forecast period include rising demand for healthy cooking oils, increasing preference for high oleic sunflower oil, growth in organic sunflower oil consumption, expansion of food service applications, rising demand from personal care industry.

The growth of the food service sector is expected to drive the expansion of the sunflower oil market in the coming years. The food service sector includes businesses that prepare, serve, and sell food and beverages for immediate consumption. Its growth is fueled by changing lifestyles, cultural shifts, demand for convenience, diverse culinary offerings, and social media influence. Sunflower oil’s popularity and versatility make it a preferred choice for cooking in restaurants, cafés, and fast-food outlets, thanks to its high smoke point and healthier fat profile. For example, in August 2024, the U.S. Department of Agriculture reported that per capita food spending by U.S. consumers, businesses, and government entities reached $7,672 in 2023, driven largely by a 12% increase in spending on food away from home. Therefore, the expansion of the food service sector is supporting the growth of the sunflower oil market.

Leading companies in the sunflower oil market are concentrating on innovating their product offerings to gain a competitive advantage. One such innovation is Fiona Refined Sunflower Oil, which promises up to 50% higher transfer of vitamins from the oil to food compared to regular sunflower oils. For instance, Bunge India Private Ltd., an India-based agribusiness and food company, introduced Fiona Refined Sunflower Oil in Odisha in November 2023 as part of its expansion strategy. Enriched with essential vitamins A, D, E, and K, this oil is essential for maintaining good health. Its high smoke point makes it suitable for roasting, stir-frying, and deep-frying, rendering it a versatile choice for various cooking techniques.

In February 2024, Bunge Global SA, a US-based food company, acquired Aceitera Martínez S.A., an Argentina-based company specializing in providing edible oils, including sunflower oil. This strategic acquisition is expected to bolster Bunge Global's presence and offerings in the edible oil market.

Major companies operating in the sunflower oil market are Cargill Incorporated, Archer Daniels Midland Company, Wilmar International Limited, Bunge Global SA, Louis Dreyfus Company, COFCO Corporation, CHS Inc., Liuhe Corporation, Seaboard, Avril Group, Kernel Holding S.A, Aceitera General Deheza, PPB Group Berhad, Molinos Río de la Plata, Gavilon, Oleon, AA International Inc., Risoil SA, EFKO Group, Sime Darby Plantation Berhad.

Europe was the largest region in the sunflower oil market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the sunflower oil market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the sunflower oil market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The sunflower oil market consists of sales of refined sunflower oil, unrefined sunflower oil, and organic sunflower oil. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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