Defatting Systems Market Report 2026

The defatting systems market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.3 billion in 2025 to $1.4 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing demand for edible oils, growing processing capacity, rising production efficiency, expansion of food processing industries, and increasing adoption of automated systems.

The defatting systems market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.87 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising focus on sustainable processing, growing need for cost-efficient extraction, increasing adoption of advanced machinery, expansion of plant-based oil production, and rising demand from emerging economies. Major trends in the forecast period include technology advancements in defatting processes, innovations in solvent recovery systems, developments in automation and control, research and development in high-efficiency extraction, and advancements in energy-efficient operations.

The rising focus on obesity prevention is expected to drive the growth of the defatting systems market going forward. Obesity is a health condition characterized by an abnormal or excessive accumulation of body fat that impairs normal bodily functions and increases the risk of disease. The growing emphasis on obesity prevention is increasing as higher obesity rates are contributing to a rise in chronic conditions such as diabetes and cardiovascular diseases, placing substantial long-term pressure on healthcare systems worldwide. Defatting systems support obesity prevention by lowering the fat content in processed foods, enabling the production of reduced-calorie products that help consumers control overall fat intake and maintain healthier body weight. For instance, in March 2024, according to the World Obesity Federation, a UK-based non-profit organization, the global adult population affected by obesity is projected to reach around 1.53 billion by 2035, with approximately 79% of overweight and obese adults living in low- and middle-income countries. Therefore, the increasing focus on obesity prevention is driving the growth of the defatting systems market.

Major companies operating in the defatting systems market are concentrating on developing advanced technologies, such as oil recovery technologies, to improve product quality and consistency. Oil recovery technologies refer to engineered methods and equipment that extract and reclaim usable oil from industrial process streams, helping to reduce losses, improve operational efficiency, and minimize environmental impact. For instance, in March 2025, Kiremko, a Netherlands-based engineering company, in collaboration with Reyco, a US-based food processing machinery provider, launched the Corda Invicta Fryer with an integrated EcoMiser. It integrates advanced oil recovery technology with energy-efficient operation, delivering high efficiency, hygiene, and reliable performance. Its compact design and capacity of more than 30 tons per hour ensure maximum throughput while enabling smooth integration into production lines, supported by a hygienic layout for easy maintenance and enhanced safety. Reyco’s patented Swirl Tube Technology effectively separates oil from air, optimizing oil recovery and lowering energy consumption, while durable materials and precision components ensure long-term performance. In addition, the system features advanced control integration and smart capabilities such as CIP cleaning, an Air Return Hood, and continuous crumb removal, allowing real-time monitoring and optimal frying and defatting conditions.

In February 2025, John Bean Technologies Corporation (JBT), a US-based provider of food and beverage processing machinery and automation solutions, acquired Marel hf. for $4.07 billion. Through this acquisition, John Bean Technologies Corporation (JBT) aims to expand its food processing equipment portfolio and integrate Marel’s oilseed, meat, and poultry processing capabilities into its product lineup. Marel hf. is an Iceland-based provider of defatting systems.

Major companies operating in the defatting systems market are Archer-Daniels-Midland Company, Bunge Global SA, Hormel Foods Corporation, Andritz AG, Kerry Group plc, Alfa Naval, GEA Group AG, Krones AG, Kuala Lumpur Kepong Berhad, Bucher Industries AG, The Middleby Corporation, Sime Darby, Sulzer Ltd, IOI Corporation Berhad, Marel hf., JBT Corporation, Haarslev Industries A/S, Flottweg SE, Mitsubishi Kakoki Kaisha Ltd., Lyco Manufacturing Inc.

North America was the largest region in the defatting systems market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the defatting systems market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the defatting systems market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs have impacted the defatting systems market by increasing costs for imported machinery, extraction units, and precision separation components, affecting capital expenditure for end users. Mechanical and solvent-based defatting systems are more exposed to tariff pressures, particularly in Asia-Pacific and Europe where cross-border equipment trade is high. These cost increases have slowed system upgrades for small and mid-sized processors. However, tariffs have also encouraged local manufacturing, regional sourcing, and innovation in cost-efficient defatting technologies, supporting long-term market resilience.

Defatting systems are specialized machines or processes designed to remove fat from raw materials such as meat, oils, or plant-based ingredients. They help enhance product quality by separating excess fat while retaining the essential components of the material. These systems are commonly used to support healthier formulations and improve processing efficiency across various industries.

The main types of defatting systems include mechanical defatting systems, solvent-based defatting systems, enzymatic defatting systems, and supercritical fluid extraction systems. Mechanical defatting systems refer to equipment that removes fat from raw materials using physical methods such as pressing, grinding, or centrifugation to efficiently produce defatted products. The technologies include batch processing, continuous processing, and hybrid processing. The operation modes include automatic, semi-automatic, and manual. The applications include food processing, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics and personal care, and biofuel production, and these systems are used by several end-user industries such as agriculture, healthcare, the cosmetics industry, and food and beverage.

The defatting systems market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as fat-removal processing, material separation, system installation, maintenance support, and equipment optimization solutions. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The defatting systems market includes sales of defatting machines, extraction units, separation equipment, automated processing systems, and supporting components used for fat-removal operations. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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