World - Soybean Oil - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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World - Soybean Oil - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Soybean Oil Seed Oil

Soybean oil is a commonly used vegetable oil that is extracted from the seeds of the soybean plant (Glycine max). It is one of the most widely consumed cooking oils due to its widespread availability, affordability, and various health benefits.

Production Process

The production of soybean oil involves several steps:

  • Seed Cleaning: The harvested soybeans are cleaned to remove impurities such as dirt, stones, and other foreign materials.
  • Cracking and Dehulling: The soybeans are cracked and their hulls are removed to obtain the soybean kernels.
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  • Flaking: The soybean kernels are flattened into flakes to increase the surface area for oil extraction.
  • Extraction: The soybean flakes are sent through a process called solvent extraction, where a solvent such as hexane is used to separate the oil from the flakes.
  • Refining: The extracted crude soybean oil undergoes refining processes to remove impurities, odor, and improve its quality.
  • Hydrogenation (optional): Some soybean oils undergo hydrogenation to convert them into partially or fully hydrogenated oils, which have different properties and uses.

Uses

Soybean oil has a high smoke point, making it suitable for various cooking methods such as frying, baking, and sautéing. It is also used as an ingredient in many processed foods due to its neutral flavor and versatile cooking properties. Some common uses of soybean oil include:

  • Cooking oil: Soybean oil is widely used as a cooking oil in households, restaurants, and food industry.
  • Salad dressings and mayonnaise: It is a common ingredient in salad dressings and mayonnaise due to its emulsifying properties.
  • Baking and frying: Soybean oil is often used in baking goods and frying snacks, providing a desirable texture and flavor.
  • Processed foods: It is used in the production of snacks, crackers, margarine, sauces, and other processed foods.
  • Animal feed: Soybean oil is also used in animal feed formulations due to its high energy content.
  • Industrial uses: It finds applications in the production of biodiesel, paints, solvents, and lubricants.

Health Benefits

Soybean oil is low in saturated fat and contains a good balance of polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats, which are considered heart-healthy. It also contains essential omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, vitamin E, and phytosterols. Some potential health benefits of consuming soybean oil include:

  • Heart health: The unsaturated fats in soybean oil can help reduce LDL cholesterol levels and maintain heart health.
  • Omega-3 fatty acids: Soybean oil contains omega-3 fatty acids, which have anti-inflammatory properties and may benefit brain and heart health.
  • Antioxidant properties: The vitamin E content in soybean oil acts as an antioxidant, protecting cells from oxidative damage.
  • Phytosterols: These compounds naturally present in soybean oil may help lower cholesterol levels.
  • Weight management: Soybean oil is relatively low in calories and can be a part of a balanced diet for weight management.

It is important to note that while soybean oil has health benefits, its intake should be moderated as excessive consumption of any oil can lead to health issues.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global soybean oil market. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • FCL 237 - Oil of Soybeans

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

  • Global market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Global production, split by region and country
  • Global trade (exports and imports)
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
  8. 8. GLOBAL IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. GLOBAL EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

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    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam
  12. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    19. Production, By Country, 2023
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2023
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