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Norway: Linseed Oil Market 2025

Linseed Oil Market Size in Norway

The Norwegian linseed oil market surged to $X in 2022, jumping by 138% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption continues to indicate significant growth. As a result, consumption attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Linseed Oil Production in Norway

In value terms, linseed oil production rose significantly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when the production volume increased by 73% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2021 to 2022, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Linseed Oil Exports

Exports from Norway

In 2022, overseas shipments of linseed oil decreased by -45.4% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. Over the period under review, exports, however, enjoyed a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when exports increased by 3,228%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, linseed oil exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, showed resilient growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 2,752%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

Sweden (X tons) was the main destination for linseed oil exports from Norway, with a 66% share of total exports. Moreover, linseed oil exports to Sweden exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, China (X tons), twofold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Sweden totaled +1.5%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: China (+643.0% per year) and the UK (0.0% per year).

In value terms, the largest markets for linseed oil exported from Norway were China ($X), Sweden ($X) and the UK ($X).

China, with a CAGR of +631.5%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average linseed oil export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, picking up by 146% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded buoyant growth. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the UK ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Sweden (+6.4%).

Linseed Oil Imports

Imports into Norway

In 2022, approx. X tons of linseed oil were imported into Norway; rising by 124% compared with 2021. Over the period under review, imports recorded a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 1,260%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, linseed oil imports surged to $X in 2022. In general, imports continue to indicate significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 668% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

Belgium (X tons), Russia (X tons) and Lithuania (X tons) were the main suppliers of linseed oil imports to Norway, together accounting for 100% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Russia (with a CAGR of +234.2%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest linseed oil suppliers to Norway were Belgium ($X), Russia ($X) and Lithuania ($X), with a combined 100% share of total imports.

Russia, with a CAGR of +182.3%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average linseed oil import price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 24% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, recorded a perceptible decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the average import price increased by 62% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Belgium ($X per ton), while the price for Lithuania ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belarus (+72.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

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

China remains the largest linseed oil consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 31% of total volume. Moreover, linseed oil consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the Dominican Republic, threefold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with an 8.2% share.

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

The countries with the highest volumes of linseed oil production in 2021 were China, Belgium and the Dominican Republic, with a combined 53% share of global production. The United States, Germany, India, Ethiopia, Russia, Kazakhstan, Afghanistan and Poland lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 36%.

What are the leading suppliers of linseed oil to Norway?

In value terms, the largest linseed oil suppliers to Norway were Russia, Belgium and Sweden, together comprising 92% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of linseed oil from Norway?

In value terms, Sweden remains the key foreign market for linseed oil exports from Norway.

What is the average export price for linseed oil in Norway?

The average linseed oil export price stood at $2,653 per ton in 2021, picking up by 2.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for linseed oil in Norway?

The average linseed oil import price stood at $1,958 per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -14.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the linseed oil market in Norway. 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.

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

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1. INTRODUCTION

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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. 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
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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. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 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 Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
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 Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
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 Of Destination, 2012–2024