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Romania: Rendered Pig Fat Market 2025

Rendered Pig Fat Market Size in Romania

In 2021, the Romanian rendered pig fat market increased by 8.2% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, consumption faced a deep downturn. Rendered pig fat consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Rendered Pig Fat Production in Romania

In value terms, rendered pig fat production surged to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production recorded a slight increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 57%. Rendered pig fat production peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Rendered Pig Fat Exports

Exports from Romania

Rendered pig fat exports from Romania surged to X tons in 2021, growing by 79% against the year before. Overall, exports, however, recorded a slight slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by 152%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, rendered pig fat exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Slovakia (X tons), Bulgaria (X tons) and Hungary (X tons) were the main destinations of rendered pig fat exports from Romania, with a combined 91% share of total exports. These countries were followed by Germany, Lithuania and Greece, which together accounted for a further 7.9%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Germany (with a CAGR of +215.9%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Bulgaria ($X), Slovakia ($X) and Hungary ($X) constituted the largest markets for rendered pig fat exported from Romania worldwide, together comprising 82% of total exports.

Bulgaria, with a CAGR of +226.5%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of 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 rendered pig fat export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, rising by 81% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a slight increase. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Greece ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Bulgaria (+20.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Rendered Pig Fat Imports

Imports into Romania

After three years of growth, purchases abroad of lard and other pig fat (rendered) decreased by -50.5% to X tons in 2021. Overall, imports continue to indicate a sharp contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 172%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, rendered pig fat imports declined markedly to $X in 2021. In general, imports saw a precipitous setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 99% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Hungary (X tons) was the main supplier of rendered pig fat to Romania, with a approx. 96% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Hungary amounted to -23.0%.

In value terms, Hungary ($X) constituted the largest supplier of lard and other pig fat (rendered) to Romania.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Hungary totaled -21.9%.

Import Prices by Country

The average rendered pig fat import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of 27% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a moderate increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 an increase of 63%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Hungary.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Hungary amounted to +1.4% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for lard and other pig fat (rendered) in the world?

Spain constituted the country with the largest volume of rendered pig fat consumption, comprising approx. 34% of total volume. Moreover, rendered pig fat consumption in Spain exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Germany, threefold. The Netherlands ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 10% share.

What are the largest producers of lard and other pig fat (rendered) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of rendered pig fat production in 2020 were the United States, Spain and Germany, together comprising 60% of global production. The Netherlands, France, Poland, Italy, Belgium, Denmark, Canada and Sweden lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 35%.

What are the leading suppliers of lard and other pig fat (rendered) to Romania?

In value terms, Hungary constituted the largest supplier of rendered pig fat to Romania.

What are the leading importers of lard and other pig fat (rendered) from Romania?

In value terms, Slovakia remains the key foreign market for rendered pig fat exports from Romania.

What is the average export price for lard and other pig fat (rendered) in Romania?

The average rendered pig fat export price stood at $461 per ton in 2020, waning by -13.4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for lard and other pig fat (rendered) in Romania?

In 2020, the average rendered pig fat import price amounted to $893 per ton, which is down by -34.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the rendered pig fat market in Romania. 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 10115060 - Lard and other pig fat, rendered

Country coverage:

Romania

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Romania
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 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 TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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