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Greece: Tall Oil Market 2025

Tall Oil Market Size in Greece

In 2021, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in the Greek tall oil market, when its value decreased by -65% to $X. In general, consumption continues to indicate a slight reduction. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2020, and then dropped significantly in the following year.

Tall Oil Exports

Exports from Greece

In 2021, shipments abroad of tall oil decreased by -20.7% to X kg, falling for the second year in a row after three years of growth. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by 841% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, tall oil exports fell dramatically to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when exports increased by 266% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Romania (X kg) was the main destination for tall oil exports from Greece, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Romania totaled -19.1%.

In value terms, Romania ($X) also remains the key foreign market for tall oil exports from Greece.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Romania stood at -20.4%.

Export Prices by Country

The average tall oil export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, picking up by 2.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, recorded a drastic downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when the average export price increased by 227%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2017 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Romania.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Romania amounted to -1.6% per year.

Tall Oil Imports

Imports into Greece

In 2021, overseas purchases of tall oil decreased by -63.5% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Overall, imports saw a slight downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by 81%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2020, and then contracted rapidly in the following year.

In value terms, tall oil imports contracted rapidly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports saw a noticeable decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 77%. Imports peaked at $X in 2020, and then dropped sharply in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Finland (X tons) was the main supplier of tall oil to Greece, accounting for a 96% share of total imports. Moreover, tall oil imports from Finland exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Germany (X kg), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Finland was relatively modest.

In value terms, Finland ($X) constituted the largest supplier of tall oil to Greece, comprising 95% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Germany ($X), with a 5.2% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Finland stood at -1.1%.

Import Prices by Country

The average tall oil import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, which is down by -7.1% against the previous year. In general, the import price recorded a slight curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 14% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the price for Finland amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (+10.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for tall oil in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of tall oil consumption in 2021 were China, the United States and India, together accounting for 48% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Japan, Germany, Russia, Nigeria, Brazil, the UK, Canada and Turkey, which together accounted for a further 27%.

What are the largest producers of tall oil in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of tall oil production in 2021 were China, the United States and India, together comprising 48% of global production. These countries were followed by Japan, Russia, Germany, Brazil, Nigeria, the UK, Canada and Turkey, which together accounted for a further 27%.

What are the leading suppliers of tall oil to Greece?

In value terms, Finland constituted the largest supplier of tall oil to Greece, comprising 95% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 5.2% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of tall oil from Greece?

In value terms, Romania remains the key foreign market for tall oil exports from Greece.

What is the average export price for tall oil in Greece?

In 2021, the average tall oil export price amounted to $2,647 per ton, approximately reflecting the previous year.

What is the average import price for tall oil in Greece?

The average tall oil import price stood at $2,209 per ton in 2021, rising by 5.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the tall oil market in Greece. 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:

Prodcom 20147130 - Tall oil, whether or not refined

Country coverage:

Greece

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Greece
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDSThis Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

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 PRODUCTS
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export
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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. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
8. IMPORTS

The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
9. EXPORTS

The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
10. Products: Market Size and Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports and Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices and Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume and Growth
15. Exports and Growth
16. Export Prices and Growth
17. Market Size and Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports and Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
22. Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
23. Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
24. Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
30. Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2024