Used Cooking Oil Market Size, Share, Demand and Analysis 2025-2033

The global used cooking oil market size was valued at USD 7.0 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group estimates the market to reach USD 11.6 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a CAGR of 5.7%

Global Used Cooking Oil Industry: Key Statistics and Insights in 2025-2033

Summary:

• The global used cooking oil market size reached USD 7.0 Billion in 2024.

• The market is expected to reach USD 11.6 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 5.7% during 2025-2033.

• Europe leads the market, accounting for the largest used cooking oil market share.

• Commercial sector holds the majority of the market share in the source segment due to the increasing emphasis on sustainability and waste reduction in this sector.

• Biodiesel dominates the used cooking oil industry.

• The rising need for biodiesel production is a primary driver of the used cooking oil market.

• Technological advancements and sustainability trends are reshaping the used cooking oil market.

Industry Trends and Drivers:

• Sustainability trends:

A growing number of businesses together with customers actively pursue environmentally friendly products and services. Society today shows a trend against littering so people turn waste materials such as cooking oil into biodiesel. The main pillar of circular economy practice involves both recycling alongside reuse activities. Due to specific requirements Used cooking oil serves as an excellent candidate. Biodiesel production transforms discarded materials into biofuel which cuts down landfill waste that pollutes the environment. Firms follow sustainable approaches to carry out their societal duties. Energy applications using UCO also enable production processes through recycling operations.

• Biodiesel production:

Biodiesel production through used cooking oil (UCO) benefits from low-cost feedstock requirements compared with new feedstock needs which results in affordable biodiesel production. This boosts profits. The renewability of biodiesel produced with UCO enables sustainability. The increasing consumer interest in environmentally friendly products has led to this demand being met. The government backs down biodiesel production through financial incentives such as subsidies and mandates and tax credits. Renewable poultry oil sources receive special support from governmental regulations. The implemented incentives establish conditions for increased biodiesel creation leading to greater demand for UCO. The expensive process required to meet environmental standards for fossil fuels teaches companies to switch to biodiesel production. The regulatory requirements prove no obstacle for UCO to fulfill.

• Technological advancements:

Advanced technical solutions enable better biodiesel production from used cooking oil (UCO). Superabounded fluid extraction together with enzymatic transesterification helps generate biodiesel of higher purity. The new methods reduce UCO collection expenses and minimize transportation costs and production costs. Advanced automation along with improved logistics solutions lower operating costs. Testing methods have advanced to verify that UCO reaches biodiesel specifications. Improved reliability and enhanced performance result from these advancements in the final product. The new developments enable enhanced usage of various types of UCO. Advanced processing technologies increase market liquidity through flexible UCO utilization which drives supply enhances participation.

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Used Cooking Oil Market Report Segmentation:

Breakup By Source:

• Household Sector

• Commercial Sector

Commercial Sector represents the largest segment as the commercial sector, including restaurants and food processing companies, generates substantial volumes of used cooking oil due to high-frequency frying and cooking.

Breakup By Application:

• Biodiesel

• Oleo Chemicals

• Animal feed

• Others

Biodiesel accounts for the majority of the market share because it provides a sustainable and cost-effective alternative to fossil fuels, driving significant demand for UCO as a feedstock.

Breakup By Region:

• North America (United States, Canada)

• Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, Others)

• Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, Others)

• Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, Others)

• Middle East and Africa

Europe enjoys the leading position in the used cooking oil market owing to stringent regulations promoting renewable energy, a strong biodiesel industry, and widespread consumer awareness of sustainability practices.

Top Used Cooking Oil Market Leaders:

The used cooking oil market research report outlines a detailed analysis of the competitive landscape, offering in-depth profiles of major companies. Some of the key players in the market are:

• ABP Food Group

• Arrow Oils Ltd

• Baker Commodities Inc.

• Brocklesby Limited

• Grand Natural Inc.

• Greasecycle LLC

• MBP Solutions Ltd.

• Oz Oils Pty Ltd

• Valley Proteins Inc.

• Veolia Environment S.A.

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