Used Cooking Oil Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Source (Food Service, Household), By Application (Biodiesel Production, Animal Feed), By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2024

The global used cooking oil market size was estimated at USD 7.49 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.0% from 2024 to 2030. One of the primary drivers of the used cooking oil (UCO) industry is the global shift towards renewable energy sources. Governments worldwide are implementing regulations and providing incentives to promote the recycling of used cooking oil for biodiesel production. Biodiesel, as an eco-friendly alternative to traditional fossil fuels, significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions and supports renewable energy initiatives. This trend is particularly prominent in regions like Europe and North America, where stringent environmental regulations are in place to encourage the use of biodiesel.

The foodservice industry also plays a crucial role in driving the demand for used cooking oil. The increasing number of restaurants, cafes, and food stalls contributes to a higher volume of waste cooking oil available for recycling. As consumer preferences shift toward dining out and trying diverse cuisines, the foodservice sector's expansion is expected to further increase the availability of used cooking oil. In addition, many establishments are adopting sustainable practices by partnering with waste management companies to recycle their used cooking oil, thus creating a steady supply for biodiesel producers.

Technological advancements in waste recycling processes have also bolstered market growth. Innovations that enhance the efficiency of converting used cooking oil into high-quality biodiesel and other products have made it more appealing for manufacturers. These developments not only improve product quality but also reduce production costs, making UCO a more competitive raw material compared to virgin vegetable oils.

Furthermore, there is a growing awareness regarding the benefits of using used cooking oil beyond biodiesel production. Used cooking oil is increasingly being utilized in various applications such as animal feed, oleo chemicals, and even cosmetics. This diversification of applications helps to stabilize demand across different sectors, further solidifying the market's growth potential.

A major challenge in the used cooking oil industry is supply chain disruptions. The logistics involved in collecting, transporting, and processing used cooking oil can be complicated. Issues such as transportation delays, border closures, and inadequate infrastructure for collection can hinder the efficient flow of UCO from collection points to processing facilities. These disruptions can lead to increased costs and reduced availability of used cooking oil in the market.

Quality control is also a significant concern in the used cooking oil industry. The quality of used cooking oil can vary greatly depending on its source and previous usage. High levels of impurities, such as free fatty acids and water, must be removed before the oil can be effectively processed into biodiesel or other products. If not adequately addressed, these impurities can lead to lower yields in biodiesel production and may even render the oil unsuitable for certain applications, such as animal feed.

Global Used Cooking Oil Market Report Segmentation

This report forecasts revenue growth at the global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends and opportunities in each of the sub-segments from 2018 to 2030. For this study, Grand View Research has segmented the global used cooking oil market report based on source, application, and region.

Source Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2018 - 2030)
Food Service
Household
Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2018 - 2030)
Biodiesel Production
Animal feed
Oleochemicals
Personal Care & Cosmetics
Others
Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2018 - 2030)
North America
- U.S.
- Canada
- Mexico
Europe
- Germany
- UK
- France
- Italy
- Spain
Asia Pacific
- China
- Japan
- India
- Australia & New Zealand
- South Korea
Central & South America
- Brazil
Middle East & Africa
- South Africa

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Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope

1.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
1.2. Market Definition
1.3. Information Procurement
- 1.3.1. Purchased Database
- 1.3.2. GVR's Internal Database
- 1.3.3. Secondary Sources & Third-Party Perspectives
- 1.3.4. Primary Research
1.4. Information Analysis
- 1.4.1. Data Analysis Models
1.5. Market Formulation & Data Visualization
1.6. Data Validation & Publishing

Chapter 2. Executive Summary

2.1. Market Outlook
2.2. Product Outlook
2.3. Packaging Outlook
2.4. Competitive Landscape Outlook

Chapter 3. Used Cooking Oil Market Variables, Trends & Scope

3.1. Market Lineage Outlook
3.2. Penetration & Growth Prospect Mapping
3.3. Industry Value Chain Analysis
- 3.3.1. Raw Material Outlooks
- 3.3.2. Manufacturing and Technology Trends
- 3.3.3. Profit Margin Analysis
3.4. Market Dynamics
- 3.4.1. Market Driver Analysis
- 3.4.2. Market Restraint Analysis
- 3.4.3. Market Opportunities
- 3.4.4. Market Challenges
3.5. Industry Analysis - Porter's Five Forces Analysis
3.6. Market Entry Strategies

Chapter 4. Used Cooking Oil Market: Source Estimates & Trend Analysis

4.1. Used Cooking Oil Market, by Source: Key Takeaways
4.2. Source Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2023 & 2030
4.3. Market Estimates & Forecasts, by Source, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
- 4.3.1. Food Service
  - 4.3.1.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
- 4.3.2. Household
  - 4.3.2.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
- 4.3.3. Others
  - 4.3.3.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)

Chapter 5. Used Cooking Oil Market: Application Estimates & Trend Analysis

5.1. Used Cooking Oil Market, by Application: Key Takeaways
5.2. Application Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2023 & 2030
5.3. Market Estimates & Forecasts, by Application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
- 5.3.1. Biodiesel Production
  - 5.3.1.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
- 5.3.2. Animal Feed
  - 5.3.2.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
- 5.3.3. Oleochemicals
  - 5.3.3.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
- 5.3.4. Personal care & Cosmetics
  - 5.3.4.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
- 5.3.5. Others
  - 5.3.5.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)

Chapter 6. Used Cooking Oil Market: Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis

6.1. Used Cooking Oil Market: Regional Outlook
6.2. Regional Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2023 & 2030
6.3. Market Estimates & Forecasts, by Region & Country, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
- 6.3.1. North America
  - 6.3.1.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
  - 6.3.1.2. U.S.
    - 6.3.1.2.1. Key country dynamics
    - 6.3.1.2.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
  - 6.3.1.3. Canada
    - 6.3.1.3.1. Key country dynamics
    - 6.3.1.3.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
  - 6.3.1.4. Mexico
    - 6.3.1.4.1. Key country dynamics
    - 6.3.1.4.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
- 6.3.2. Europe
  - 6.3.2.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
  - 6.3.2.2. Germany
    - 6.3.2.2.1. Key country dynamics
    - 6.3.2.2.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
  - 6.3.2.3. UK
    - 6.3.2.3.1. Key country dynamics
    - 6.3.2.3.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
  - 6.3.2.4. France
    - 6.3.2.4.1. Key country dynamics
    - 6.3.2.4.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
  - 6.3.2.5. Italy
    - 6.3.2.5.1. Key country dynamics
    - 6.3.2.5.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
  - 6.3.2.6. Spain
    - 6.3.2.6.1. Key country dynamics
    - 6.3.2.6.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
- 6.3.3. Asia Pacific
  - 6.3.3.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
  - 6.3.3.2. China
    - 6.3.3.2.1. Key country dynamics
    - 6.3.3.2.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
  - 6.3.3.3. Japan
    - 6.3.3.3.1. Key country dynamics
    - 6.3.3.3.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
  - 6.3.3.4. India
    - 6.3.3.4.1. Key country dynamics
    - 6.3.3.4.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
  - 6.3.3.5. Australia & New Zealand
    - 6.3.3.5.1. Key country dynamics
    - 6.3.3.5.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
  - 6.3.3.6. South Korea
    - 6.3.3.6.1. Key country dynamics
    - 6.3.3.6.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
- 6.3.4. Central & South America
  - 6.3.4.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
  - 6.3.4.2. Brazil
    - 6.3.4.2.1. Key country dynamics
    - 6.3.4.2.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
- 6.3.5. Middle East & Africa
  - 6.3.5.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
  - 6.3.5.2. South Africa
    - 6.3.5.2.1. Key country dynamics

Chapter 7. Competitive Analysis

7.1. Recent Developments & Impact Analysis, by Key Market Participants
7.2. Company Categorization
7.3. Participant's Overview
7.4. Financial Performance
7.5. Product Benchmarking
7.6. Company Market Share Analysis, 2023 (%)
7.7. Company Heat Map Analysis
7.8. Strategy Mapping
7.9. Company Profiles
- 7.9.1. Valley Proteins, Inc.
- 7.9.2. Baker Commodities Inc.
- 7.9.3. Arrow Oils Ltd.
- 7.9.4. Olleco
- 7.9.5. Waste Oil Recyclers
- 7.9.6. Grand Natural Inc.
- 7.9.7. Greasecycle
- 7.9.8. Brocklesby Limited
- 7.9.9. Oz Oils Pty Ltd
- 7.9.10. Proper Oils Company Ltd
- 7.9.11. Darling Ingredients Inc.
- 7.9.12. Argent Energy
- 7.9.13. Greenergy International Ltd.
- 7.9.14. Mahoney Environmental
- 7.9.15. SeQuential

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List of Tables

Table 1. Used Cooking Oil market - Key market driver analysis
Table 2. Used Cooking Oil market - Key market restraint analysis
Table 3. Used Cooking Oil market estimates & forecast, by source (USD Billion)
Table 4. Used Cooking Oil market estimates & forecast, by application (USD Billion)
Table 5. North America Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 6. North America Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by source, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 7. North America Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 8. U.S. macro-economic outlay
Table 9. U.S. Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 10. U.S. Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by source, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 11. U.S. Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 12. Canada macro-economic outlay
Table 13. Canada Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 14. Canada Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by source, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 15. Canada Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 16. Mexico macro-economic outlay
Table 17. Mexico Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 18. Mexico Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by source, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 19. Mexico Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 20. Europe Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 21. Europe Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by source, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 22. Europe Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 23. Germany macro-economic outlay
Table 24. Germany Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 25. Germany Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by source, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 26. Germany Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 27. UK macro-economic outlay
Table 28. UK Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 29. UK Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by source, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 30. UK Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 31. France macro-economic outlay
Table 32. France Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 33. France Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by source, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 34. France Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 35. Italy macro-economic outlay
Table 36. Italy Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 37. Italy Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by source, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 38. Italy Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 39. Spain macro-economic outlay
Table 40. Spain Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 41. Spain Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by source, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 42. Spain Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 43. Asia Pacific Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 44. Asia Pacific Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by source, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 45. Asia Pacific Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 46. China macro-economic outlay
Table 47. China Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 48. China Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by source, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 49. China Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 50. Japan macro-economic outlay
Table 51. Japan Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 52. Japan Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by source, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 53. Japan Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 54. India macro-economic outlay
Table 55. India Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 56. India Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by source, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 57. India Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 58. Australia macro-economic outlay
Table 59. New Zealand macro-economic outlay
Table 60. Australia & New Zealand Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 61. Australia & New Zealand Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by source, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 62. Australia & New Zealand Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 63. South Korea macro-economic outlay
Table 64. South Korea Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 65. South Korea Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by source, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 66. South Korea Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 67. Central & South America Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 68. Central & South America Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by source, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 69. Central & South America Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 70. Brazil macro-economic outlay
Table 71. Brazil Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 72. Brazil Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by source, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 73. Brazil Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 74. Middle East & Africa Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 75. Middle East & Africa Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by source, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 76. Middle East & Africa Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 77. South Africa macro-economic outlay
Table 78. South Africa Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 79. South Africa Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by source, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 80. South Africa Used Cooking Oil market revenue estimates and forecast by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Table 81. Recent developments & impact analysis, by key market participants
Table 82. Company market share, 2023
Table 83. Company heat map analysis
Table 84. Companies undergoing key strategies

List of Figures

Fig. 1 Used Cooking Oil market segmentation
Fig. 2 Information procurement
Fig. 3 Primary research pattern
Fig. 4 Primary research approaches
Fig. 5 Primary research process
Fig. 6 Market snapshot
Fig. 7 Product snapshot
Fig. 8 End-use snapshot
Fig. 9 Regional snapshot
Fig. 10 Competitive landscape snapshot
Fig. 11 Used Cooking Oil market size, 2018 to 2030 (USD Billion)
Fig. 12 Used Cooking Oil market: Penetration & growth prospect mapping
Fig. 13 Used Cooking Oil market: Value chain analysis
Fig. 14 Used Cooking Oil market: Profit margin analysis
Fig. 15 Used Cooking Oil market: Market dynamics
Fig. 16 Used Cooking Oil market: Porter's five forces analysis
Fig. 17 Used Cooking Oil market, by source: Key Takeaways
Fig. 18 Used Cooking Oil market: Product movement analysis, 2023 & 2030 (%)
Fig. 19 Used Cooking Oil Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Fig. 20 Table Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Fig. 21 Used Cooking Oil market, by application: Key Takeaways
Fig. 22 Used Cooking Oil market: Regional outlook, 2023 & 2030 (USD Billion)
Fig. 23 Regional marketplace: Key takeaways
Fig. 24 North America Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Fig. 25 US Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Fig. 26 Canada Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Fig. 27 Mexico Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Fig. 28 Europe Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Fig. 29 UK Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Fig. 30 Germany Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Fig. 31 France Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Fig. 32 Italy Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Fig. 33 Spain Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Fig. 34 Asia Pacific Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Fig. 35 China Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Fig. 36 Japan Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Fig. 37 India Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Fig. 38 Australia & New Zealand Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Fig. 39 South Korea Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Fig. 40 Central & South America Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Fig. 41 Brazil Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Fig. 42 Middle East & Africa Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Fig. 43 South Africa Used Cooking Oil market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Fig. 44 Key company categorization
Fig. 45 Company market share analysis, 2023
Fig. 46 Strategic framework of Used Cooking Oil market

Used Cooking Oil Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Source (Food Service, Household), By Application (Biodiesel Production, Animal Feed), By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2024 - 2030

Description

Table of Contents

List of Tables

Used Cooking Oil Market Size & Trends:

Table of Contents

Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope

Chapter 2. Executive Summary

Chapter 3. Used Cooking Oil Market Variables, Trends & Scope

Chapter 4. Used Cooking Oil Market: Source Estimates & Trend Analysis

Chapter 5. Used Cooking Oil Market: Application Estimates & Trend Analysis

Chapter 6. Used Cooking Oil Market: Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis

Chapter 7. Competitive Analysis

List of Tables

List of Figures