China Cooking and Edible Oils Market 2025

The China cooking and edible oils market is expected to see a slight increase of USD 4.2 billion, translating to a CAGR of about 2.7% from 2025 to 2030. China’s edible oils market remains both massive in scale and increasingly complex in structure, with demand being reshaped by dual imperatives of food security and health-focused consumption. As the world’s largest importer and consumer of vegetable oils, China has long relied on imports of soybean oil, palm oil, and sunflower oil, primarily sourced from South America and Southeast Asia. However, the Chinese government’s push toward self-sufficiency in key agricultural commodities is now reshaping the supply dynamics of the oilseed sector. Strategic investments in domestic soybean and rapeseed cultivation, particularly in provinces like Heilongjiang and Inner Mongolia, are part of a broader national effort to reduce exposure to international market volatility. Parallel expansions in oilseed crushing capacity and vertically integrated agribusiness platforms, such as those operated by COFCO and Yihai Kerry, are reinforcing this pivot toward domestic sourcing and control.

Health and wellness have become critical differentiators in a saturated market, particularly in high-tier urban centers. With growing concerns over obesity, cardiovascular health, and trans-fat intake, Chinese consumers are increasingly gravitating toward oils perceived as “light,” “natural,” and “functional.” Products such as cold-pressed camellia oil, rice bran oil, and flaxseed oil have gained prominence in both e-commerce and offline retail channels, supported by savvy marketing strategies and influencer-led campaigns. Multinationals and domestic giants alike are reformulating their portfolios to accommodate these preferences, often blending imported base oils with domestically sourced high-value oils to create hybrid offerings. This shift is not merely a trend—it reflects a structural recalibration toward higher-margin, wellness-oriented consumption that is likely to define the sector’s trajectory over the coming decade.

Providing a strategic perspective on the China cooking and edible oils market, this report analyzes historical trends from 2020 to 2024 and forecasts market developments through 2030. It delves into market size, growth rates, and segment-level insights, uncovering the forces shaping the industry’s future. By examining product, packaging type and distribution channel, the report delivers a robust framework for understanding market dynamics and identifying pathways for growth.

Market Segmentation

The China cooking and edible oils market is classified into the following segments:
Product: olive oil, corn oil (maize oil), rapeseed oil (canola oil), soybean oil, sunflower oil, others
Packaging type: glass bottles, metal containers, plastic bottles
Distribution channel: convenience stores, discounters, e-commerce, foodservice channels, hypermarkets, small grocery stores, supermarkets, warehouse clubs, others

The cooking and edible oils market in China is segmented based on product, packaging type and distribution channel. In terms of product, the market is segmented into olive oil, corn oil (maize oil), rapeseed oil (canola oil), soybean oil, sunflower oil, and others. Packaging type segmentation includes glass bottles, metal containers, and plastic bottles. Distribution channel segmentation comprises convenience stores, discounters, e-commerce, foodservice channels, hypermarkets, small grocery stores, supermarkets, warehouse clubs, and others.

Competitive Landscape

The report highlights leading companies in the cooking and edible oils market, including Beijing Eisen-Lubao Oil Co. Ltd., China Corn Oil Company Limited, China National Cereals Oils and Foodstuffs Import and Export Corporation (COFCO), Chongqing Oil & Fat Parent Company, Hop Hing Group Holdings Limited, Hubei Zhongchang Oil Co. Ltd., Lam Soon Group, Mueloliva and Minerva SL, Shandong Luhua Group Co. Ltd., Shanghai Liangyou (Group) Co. Ltd., Standard Foods Corporation, Torres y Ribelles S.A., Wilmar International Ltd, Xiamen Zhongsheng Oil & Grains Group Co. Ltd., Xiwang Foodstuffs Co. Ltd., Zhong Ling Nutri-Oil Holdings Limited and Zhongshan Eagle Brand Food Co. Ltd.

This analysis offers a comprehensive overview of the main players in the cooking and edible oils market, evaluating their performance trends from 2020 to 2024. Key findings illustrate shifts in market share, identifying both dominant firms and rising competitors.

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Table of Contents

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Key Findings
Market Segmentation
Market Overview
China Cooking and Edible Oils Market – Product Analysis
China Cooking and Edible Oils Market – Packaging Type Analysis
China Cooking and Edible Oils Market – Distribution Channel Analysis
Company Shares Analysis
Beijing Eisen-Lubao Oil Co., Ltd.
China Corn Oil Company Limited
China National Cereals, Oils and Foodstuffs Import and Export Corporation (COFCO)
Chongqing Oil & Fat Parent Company
Hop Hing Group Holdings Limited
Hubei Zhongchang Oil Co., Ltd.
Lam Soon Group
Mueloliva and Minerva SL
Shandong Luhua Group Co., Ltd.
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Macroeconomic Data and Forecast
Research Methodology
Disclaimer

FIGURES AND TABLES
Table China Cooking and Edible Oils Market 2020-2030
Chart China Cooking and Edible Oils Market, Net Growth, 2020-2030
Chart China Cooking and Edible Oils Market, Growth Rates, 2020-2030
Table China Cooking and Edible Oils Market by Product, 2020-2030
Chart China Cooking and Edible Oils Market by Product, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2020-2030
Chart China Cooking and Edible Oils Market by Product, 2020-2030
Table China Cooking and Edible Oils Market by Packaging Type, 2020-2030
Chart China Cooking and Edible Oils Market by Packaging Type, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2020-2030
Chart China Cooking and Edible Oils Market by Packaging Type, 2020-2030
Table China Cooking and Edible Oils Market by Distribution Channel, 2020-2030
Chart China Cooking and Edible Oils Market by Distribution Channel, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2020-2030
Chart China Cooking and Edible Oils Market by Distribution Channel, 2020-2030
Table China Cooking and Edible Oils Market Share (%), by Companies, 2020-2024
Chart China Cooking and Edible Oils Market, by Companies, 2024
Table China Cooking and Edible Oils Market Share (%), by Brands, 2020-2024
Chart China Cooking and Edible Oils Market, by Brands, 2024
Table China – Population (Millions) and Forecast
Table China – Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Forecast
Table China – Gross Domestic Product and Forecast
Table China Cooking and Edible Oils Market: Spend as a Proportion of GDP (%)
Table China Cooking and Edible Oils Market: Consumption per Capita (Population)

Companies Mentioned

Beijing Eisen-Lubao Oil Co., Ltd.
China Corn Oil Company Limited
China National Cereals, Oils and Foodstuffs Import and Export Corporation (COFCO)
Chongqing Oil & Fat Parent Company
Hop Hing Group Holdings Limited
Hubei Zhongchang Oil Co., Ltd.
Lam Soon Group
Mueloliva and Minerva SL
Shandong Luhua Group Co., Ltd.
Shanghai Liangyou (Group) Co., Ltd.
Standard Foods Corporation
Torres y Ribelles, S.A.
Wilmar International Ltd
Xiamen Zhongsheng Oil & Grains Group Co. Ltd.
Xiwang Foodstuffs Co., Ltd.
Zhong Ling Nutri-Oil Holdings Limited
Zhongshan Eagle Brand Food Co., Ltd.