Rapeseed, colza or mustard oil and fractions market in Northern Europe

Earlier Report Observations

The market for rapeseed, colza or mustard oil in Northern Europe saw its volume grow from 1 959 thousand tonnes in 2018 to 2 120 thousand tonnes in 2023. This overall expansion was interrupted by a contraction to 1 933 thousand tonnes in 2020, followed by a sustained recovery in the subsequent years.

Domestic production experienced a significant drop in 2020, falling to 1 227 thousand tonnes, which contributed to the smaller market size that year. The market's growth was supported by rising import volumes, which increased from 903 thousand tonnes in 2018 to over 1 100 thousand tonnes from 2020 onward, helping to offset fluctuations in production and exports.

In 2024, trade data indicates continued import and export activity. Regional trade dynamics, exemplified by Estonia's active exchanges with neighboring countries like Lithuania, Latvia, and Finland, underscore the integrated nature of the Northern European market for these oils.

Production rapeseed, colza or mustard oil and fractions in Northern Europe

In kind, 2017-2020, K t

Top producers of rapeseed, colza or mustard oil and fractions, 2017-2020

World map of production of rapeseed, colza or mustard oil and fractions, 2017-2020

Northern Europe's production of rapeseed, colza, or mustard oil and fractions has declined for the second year in a row. In 2018, output reached its peak at 1 490 thousand tonnes, with a notable 9.6% increase that year. However, by 2020, production had fallen to 1 227 thousand tonnes, representing a significant 13.8% drop compared to 2019. Over the entire 2017-2020 period, production decreased by 9.7%, translating to an average annual decline of 3.4%.

Annual dynamics of production in Northern Europe in kind, 2017-2020, K t

In value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Following two years of growth, the value of rapeseed, colza, or mustard oil and fractions production in Northern Europe turned downward. In 2019, production value peaked at 1 856 million US dollars, marking a substantial 22.7% increase. By 2020, however, the value had contracted to 1 352 million US dollars, reflecting a sharp 27.1% decline from the previous year. Overall, from 2017 to 2020, production value fell by 7.7%, with an average annual decrease of 2.6%.

Annual dynamics of production in Northern Europe in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Exports rapeseed, colza or mustard oil and fractions from Northern Europe

Exports in kind, K t

Exports of rapeseed, colza, or mustard oil and fractions from Northern Europe showed mixed trends in recent years. In 2018, shipments surged to 435 thousand tonnes, a 34.7% increase that represented the largest annual gain. The following year, exports dropped by 24.6%, but rebounded in 2020 to 399 thousand tonnes, up 21.7% from 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, exports grew by 23.7%, averaging a 7.3% annual increase.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Northern Europe in kind, 2017-2020, K t

Between 2017 and 2020, exports of rapeseed, colza, or mustard oil and fractions from Northern Europe were distributed across a wide range of markets. The top three destinations—Norway (15.7% of exports), the Netherlands (12.1%), and Germany (11.1%)—collectively accounted for 39.0% of total shipments, indicating a relatively diversified export structure.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Northern Europe in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, M $ US

The value of rapeseed, colza, or mustard oil and fractions exports from Northern Europe experienced fluctuations in recent years. In 2018, export value reached its highest point at 441 million US dollars, with a 27.0% increase that year. After a slight 3.2% dip in 2019, exports recovered to 440 million US dollars in 2020, showing a modest 2.9% gain. From 2017 to 2020, export value rose by 26.5%, equivalent to an average annual growth rate of 8.1%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Northern Europe in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

From 2017 to 2020, the export value of rapeseed, colza, or mustard oil and fractions from Northern Europe was spread across numerous trading partners. The leading destinations—Norway (15.7% of export value), the Netherlands (11.7%), and Germany (11.6%)—together made up 39.0% of total flows, while the remaining 61.0% was shared among many other countries, reflecting a balanced rather than concentrated market structure.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Northern Europe in value, 2017-2020

Imports rapeseed, colza or mustard oil and fractions to Northern Europe

Imports in kind, K t

Imports of rapeseed, colza, or mustard oil and fractions into Northern Europe have risen for two consecutive years. In 2018, imports hit their lowest point at 903 thousand tonnes, declining by 3.3% that year. By 2020, imports had climbed to 1 105 thousand tonnes, up 20.5% from 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports increased by 18.3%, with an average annual growth rate of 5.7%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Northern Europe in kind, 2017-2020, K t

Between 2017 and 2020, imports of rapeseed, colza, or mustard oil and fractions into Northern Europe were sourced from a variety of countries. The top three suppliers—Russia (29.0% of imports), Germany (11.1%), and Belgium (8.8%)—collectively accounted for 48.9% of total flows, indicating that imports were not heavily concentrated in a few markets.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Northern Europe in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, M $ US

The value of rapeseed, colza, or mustard oil and fractions imports into Northern Europe has increased for the second year in a row. In 2018, import value reached its lowest level at 855 million US dollars, declining by 12.4% that year. By 2020, imports had risen to 1 352 million US dollars, showing a substantial 23.9% increase from 2019. Overall, from 2017 to 2020, import value grew by 17.0%, averaging a 5.4% annual rise.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Northern Europe in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

From 2017 to 2020, Northern Europe imported rapeseed, colza, or mustard oil and fractions from many countries, resulting in a diversified trade pattern. Even the largest suppliers—Russia, Germany, and Belgium—together represented only 49.9% of total import value, with the remainder spread across numerous other trading partners.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Northern Europe in value, 2017-2020