Market Overview

The global for Used Cooking Oil Market — also known as waste or recycled cooking oil — is experiencing robust growth, largely driven by rising global demand for sustainable, circular‑economy solutions and renewable energy sources. The UCO market was valued at approximately USD 7.50 billion in 2023 and is forecast to reach USD 11.35 billion by 2030, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1% over the 2024–2030 period.

Used cooking oil originates primarily from households, restaurants, hotels, food processing plants, and other food-service establishments. Rather than being discarded, this oil is collected, processed, and converted — reducing environmental pollution, conserving natural resources, and limiting the need for virgin vegetable oils.

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Market Segmentation

The UCO market can be segmented along two major dimensions: by source and by application.

• By Source:

  • Food services (restaurants, hotels, caterers, food-service kitchens)

  • Households (domestic kitchens)

  • Others (industrial kitchens, food‑processing units, etc.)

• By Application:

  • Biodiesel production — the largest and fastest-growing end-use segment, driven by growing biofuel demand.

  • Oleo-chemicals — used in manufacturing soaps, lubricants, cosmetics, and other chemical by-products.

  • Animal feed — processed UCO is used in certain feedstock applications.

  • Cosmetics & personal care — a smaller but growing area of utilization.

  • Others — including various industrial applications beyond fuel, chemicals, and feed.

Biodiesel remains the dominant application, reflecting the global push toward renewable energy and reduction in fossil-fuel dependence.

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Regional Insights

The market exhibits significant regional differences in adoption, regulation, and growth potential.

• North America currently leads the global market, holding the largest share as of 2023.

• Europe is another major region, benefiting from stringent environmental regulations, well-established waste collection infrastructure, and strong support for biofuels.

• Asia-Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and South America — while currently smaller in share relative to North America and Europe — are emerging as important growth zones, driven by expanding food services, growing awareness about waste recycling, and increasing interest in sustainable fuels in developing economies.

These regional dynamics reflect a mix of regulatory support, infrastructure maturity, and evolving demand for biodiesel and oleo-chemical products.

Market Highlights

• The global push toward sustainability and circular economy solutions is a major driver: recycling cooking oil reduces waste, lowers dependence on virgin oils, and helps conserve resources.

• Biofuel growth: As governments worldwide ramp up biofuel mandates and incentives, UCO has become a preferred, cost-efficient feedstock for biodiesel production.

• Diversification of applications: Beyond biodiesel, UCO is gaining ground in oleochemicals, animal feed, cosmetics, and industrial uses — broadening the market’s depth and resilience.

• Environmental and regulatory tailwinds: Increasing governmental regulations on waste cooking oil disposal and environmental protection support long-term market growth.

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Competitive Landscape

Leading Used Cooking Oil Key players include:

1. Darling Ingredients Inc. - Irving, Texas, USA
2. Valley Proteins Inc. - Winchester, Virginia, USA
3. Baker Commodities Inc. - Vernon, California, USA
4. Griffin Industries - Cold Spring, Kentucky, USA
5. Biomatrix Water - Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
6. Olleco - West Sussex, England, UK
7. Greenergy International Ltd. - London, England, UK
8. Argent Energy - Motherwell, Scotland, UK
9. UCO Corporation - Yokohama, Japan
10. Mahoney Environmental - Joliet, Illinois, USA
11. SeQuential - Eugene, Oregon, USA
12. General Biodiesel - Seattle, Washington, USA
13. Green Energy Biofuel - Winnsboro, South Carolina, USA
14. Dynamic Lifecycle Innovations - Onalaska, Wisconsin, USA
15. Blackgold Biofuels - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
16. MBP Solutions - Nottingham, England, UK
17. TerraVia Holdings, Inc. - South San Francisco, California, USA
18. Chemoil Corporation - San Francisco, California, USA
19. Argent Energy (UK) Ltd. - London, England, UK
20. REG Bio-Power - Albert Lea, Minnesota, USA
21. Bioenergy Solutions - Hartland, Wisconsin, USA
22. Harrowden Turf Ltd. - Northamptonshire, England, UK
23. Lake Erie Biofuels dba HERO BX - Erie, Pennsylvania, USA
24. Alternative Fuel Company - Bakersfield, California, USA

Conclusion

The global used cooking oil market stands at an inflection point — transitioning from a marginal waste-recycling niche to a mainstream, multi-billion-dollar industry driven by sustainability, circular economy principles, and increasing biofuel demand. As the market expands from USD 7.50 billion in 2023 to a projected USD 11–12 billion by 2030, stakeholders across food services, waste management, renewable fuels, and chemicals can tap into this rising opportunity. Favorable regulation, technological progress, and diversified applications position UCO as a critical resource in the global push for cleaner energy and sustainable practices. For companies, policymakers, and investors alike, the time to engage with the UCO value chain is now.

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