| Product | Region | Incoterm Basis | Price | Time Period |
| Palm Kernel Oil | USA | CIF | USD 1735/MT | April 2026 |
| Palm Kernel Oil | Saudi Arabia | CIF | USD 1650/MT | April 2026 |
| Palm Kernel Oil | Russia | CIF | USD 1,278/MT | April 2026 |
| Palm Kernel Oil | China | CIF | USD 1,174/MT | April 2026 |
| Palm Kernel Oil | Canada | CIF | USD 1,244/MT | April 2026 |
| Palm Kernel Oil | USA | CIF | USD 1,659.58/MT | March 2026 |
| Palm Kernel Oil | Saudi Arabia | CIF | USD 1,632.21/MT | March 2026 |
| Palm Kernel Oil | Russia | CIF | USD 1146.91/MT | March 2026 |
| Palm Kernel Oil | China | CIF | USD 1252.91/MT | March 2026 |
| Palm Kernel Oil | Canada | CIF | USD 1152.78/MT | March 2026 |
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Asia
Palm kernel oil prices in Asia increased during Q1’26 due to firm feedstock conditions and improving downstream demand. In China, buying interest from the food processing and oleochemical sectors remained stable, while tighter supply from Southeast Asian origins supported the upward trend. Routine restocking also kept market activity firm during the quarter. In India, demand from the edible oil sector stayed healthy, and import-side purchasing continued to support the market. A key indicator of strong regional dependence on overseas supply was India’s palm oil imports, projected at 9.05 million metric tons in 2025/26. This continued reliance on imports, along with firm sentiment in the broader vegetable oils market, kept palm kernel oil prices elevated through the quarter.
Europe
In Europe, the prices of palm kernel oil remained firm in the first quarter of 2025. Despite the low availability of exports from key producing nations during the quarter, demand was stable from the various downstream sectors. However, the market players were very conservative in their buying, but this did not have any impact on prices owing to tight supplies. Demand levels in Europe were still steady enough for sentiments to remain high, especially considering the need to gauge global palm supplies. Europe relies heavily on its imports, and the EU imports an estimated 3.50 million metric tons annually from 2025/26. This import reliance kept the regional market exposed to supply constraints in Southeast Asia and supported firm pricing across the quarter.
North America
Palm Kernel Oil prices in North America were seen to be on an increasing trend, following bullish fundamentals for vegetable oils in the global market, together with consistent demands from its various downstream applications. The positive market sentiment prevailed amid the tight global supplies and persistent buying requirements among consumers. Even as the purchase was relatively modest, sustained demand for this product kept the market strong throughout the quarter.
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According to Procurement Resource, in the near-term, palm kernel oil prices are likely to remain firm as supply stays controlled and downstream demand continues at a steady pace.
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Asia
Asian crude palm kernel oil prices experienced notable volatility during the fourth quarter, with pricing movements closely tracking broader palm oil complex dynamics. Malaysian production maintained strong momentum throughout the period, with processing facilities operating at elevated capacity levels as palm oil output reached exceptional levels. Indonesian supply similarly remained abundant as crude palm oil production grew substantially during the year, providing ample feedstock for palm kernel oil extraction.
However, prices faced downward pressure as the quarter progressed, particularly during the final weeks when seasonal supply increases from Southeast Asian origins created oversupply conditions. Indian import demand for palm-derived products adjusted as refiners shifted purchasing strategies in response to changing price spreads between tropical oils and competing vegetable oils. The weakening reflected broader market fundamentals as production increases outpaced immediate consumption requirements, with inventory levels rising across major producing regions. Supply-demand dynamics shifted as expectations for continued production growth in the upcoming period weighed on market sentiment through year-end.
Europe
European crude palm kernel oil markets mirrored Asian pricing trends while incorporating additional considerations related to sustainability compliance requirements. The postponement of the EU Deforestation Regulation created market segmentation, with EUDR-compliant material commanding substantial premiums over non-compliant supplies. Prices followed the downward trajectory observed in Asian origins as abundant supply from Malaysia and Indonesia reached European destinations.
Demand from oleochemical applications remained steady, though typical seasonal slowdown during winter months reduced industrial consumption. Compliance cost considerations influenced procurement decisions as buyers prepared for eventual regulation implementation while managing immediate supply requirements.
North America
North American markets reflected global pricing weakness as import values declined through the latter portion of the quarter. Refiners and industrial consumers adjusted purchasing strategies in response to expectations of ample global supply availability from Southeast Asian sources. The easing followed earlier period strength driven by seasonal pre-holiday procurement, with the final month bringing respite from previous upward momentum.
Food manufacturing, industrial processing, and biodiesel feedstock sectors maintained baseline consumption levels, though buyers demonstrated increased price sensitivity as global benchmarks softened. Trade flows adjusted as abundant supply from Malaysia and Indonesia created favourable conditions for importers seeking competitive pricing.
Palm Kernel Oil is known as an edible plant oil that is extracted from the kernel of the oil palm fruit. It is manufactured by the physical refining of crude palm kernel oil. Its properties as well as composition differ significantly from palm oil.
Palm Kernel Oil is generally semi-solid at room temperature unlike other oil-types which are obtained from the rest of the fruit. This oil resembles coco oil as when it is eaten, it produces a soft sensation in the mouth like cacao. Due to its neutral taste and long life, palm kernel oil can also be utilised as a substitute for cacao and fats found in milk.
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The conventional oil extraction process to manufacture Palm Kernel Oil involves frying of palm kernels in old oil or heating the dried nuts. The fried kernels are further ground to a paste in a motorised grinder. The paste is then mixed with a small quantity of water and finally heated to recover the Palm Kernel Oil.
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