Global Grapeseed Oil Market Trends and Insights
Rising demand for heart-healthy cooking oils
The increasing prevalence of cardiovascular health concerns is prompting consumers to adopt healthier dietary practices, thereby driving demand for heart-friendly cooking oils such as grapeseed oil. Renowned for its high levels of polyunsaturated fatty acids, particularly linoleic acid, grapeseed oil is being increasingly utilized in home cooking, foodservice, and packaged food formulations. This trend reflects a growing consumer preference for alternatives to oils with less favorable fat profiles. The emphasis on preventive health and nutrition-focused food choices is bolstering the market position of specialty plant-based oils that support heart-health objectives. The rising incidence of coronary heart disease (CHD) further underscores this trend. In the financial year ending March 2025, approximately 1.9 million individuals, representing 3% of the population, were diagnosed with CHD by general practitioners (GPs) in England . As awareness of cardiovascular health risks grows, consumers are paying closer attention to the nutritional properties of cooking oils and food ingredients. This increasing preference for healthier fat sources is driving demand for grapeseed oil across both retail and industrial food applications, contributing to consistent market growth.Clean label and plant-based beauty adoption
The growing preference for clean-label and plant-based beauty products is driving the expansion of the grapeseed oil market. Consumers are increasingly attentive to the ingredients in skincare and haircare products, favoring naturally derived, plant-based components over synthetic options. This trend is prompting cosmetic manufacturers to use botanical oils that meet consumer demands for transparency, sustainability, and simplicity in formulations. Grapeseed oil is becoming more prominent in beauty and personal care applications due to its lightweight texture, moisturizing benefits, and versatility in various skincare and haircare formulations. It is widely incorporated into facial serums, moisturizers, body oils, hair treatments, and massage products as brands diversify their natural and clean-label product lines. With the rising demand for plant-based beauty solutions, grapeseed oil is anticipated to see broader application as a multifunctional ingredient in the global personal care market.Seasonal dependence on grape harvest volumes
Seasonal dependence on grape harvest volumes poses a significant challenge for the grapeseed oil market, as the oil is primarily derived from grape seeds, a by-product of wine and grape-processing activities. The availability of raw materials is closely tied to annual grape harvest yields, which are subject to fluctuations caused by weather conditions, vineyard diseases, droughts, and other agricultural factors. These variations in grape production directly impact the supply of grape seeds available for oil extraction, creating difficulties for manufacturers in maintaining consistent production volumes. This reliance on harvest cycles often results in supply constraints and raw material availability issues, particularly in key grape-producing regions. Grapeseed oil producers have limited control over the generation of grape seeds, making them vulnerable to fluctuations in wine production and grape processing activities. As demand for grapeseed oil grows across food, nutraceutical, and personal care applications, the industry's dependence on seasonal grape harvests may lead to supply-side pressures, restricting market growth and affecting long-term supply stability.Other drivers and restraints analyzed in the detailed report include:
- Premiumization in functional and gourmet foods
- Growing demand for clean-label and naturally derived ingredients
- Strong competition from established premium oils
Segment Analysis
Refined grapeseed oil accounted for 61.41% of the market in 2025, primarily due to its extensive use in high-volume industrial applications such as commercial kitchen frying, food ingredient processing, bulk cosmetics manufacturing, and industrial blending. Its RBD (refined, bleached, deodorized) processing compatibility, extended shelf life, and consistent fatty acid composition make it the preferred choice for large-scale formulation buyers seeking reliable supply at contracted volumes. This dominance highlights its critical role in meeting the demands of industrial buyers.Cold-pressed grapeseed oil is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.99% during 2026-2031, the fastest among all product types. This growth is driven by demand in premium food retail, clean beauty formulations, and direct-to-consumer health channels that emphasize minimal processing and preserved micronutrient content. The increasing consumer preference for natural and minimally processed products further supports the expansion of cold-pressed grapeseed oil in these segments.
Complete Report Scope:
- By Product Type
- Refined Grapeseed Oil
- Cold-Pressed Grapeseed Oil
- By Nature
- Conventional
- Organic
- By End user
- Retail
- Industrial
- Food and Beverages
- Cosmetics and Personal Care
- Dietary Supplements
- Other Industrial Applications
- By Geography
- North America
- United States
- Canada
- Mexico
- Rest of North America
- Europe
- Germany
- France
- United Kingdom
- Spain
- Italy
- Netherlands
- Rest of Europe
- Asia-Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- Australia
- Thailand
- Rest of Asia-Pacific
- South America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Rest of South America
- Middle East and Africa
- United Arab Emirates
- South Africa
- Rest of Middle East and Africa
- North America
Geography Analysis
North America held 33.02% of the global grapeseed oil market in 2025, representing the largest regional share. This dominance is supported by a strong health-conscious consumer base, a well-established premium specialty food retail infrastructure, and a robust cold-pressed grapeseed oil industry concentrated in California's wine regions. The United States leads in demand, with foodservice and premium specialty retail channels accounting for the highest volumes. Canada is experiencing growing adoption of organic grapeseed oil in natural food grocery stores, while Mexico shows emerging industrial demand in food processing.The Asia-Pacific region is the fastest-growing grapeseed oil market, with a projected CAGR of 7.11% during the forecast period. Growth is driven by rising disposable incomes, expanding food processing industries, and increasing demand for premium plant-based oil ingredients in the cosmetics sector. China and India together account for over 55% of the region's grapeseed oil volume, with food and beverage processing being the primary application. Japan and South Korea represent high-value markets, where cold-pressed and premium cosmetic-grade grapeseed oil are growing at an annual rate of approximately 9-11%, fueled by their use in nutraceuticals and premium skincare products.
Europe serves as both the leading production hub and a significant consumption market for grapeseed oil. The region produces the majority of globally traded refined and cold-pressed volumes, primarily from the wine-producing regions of France, Spain, Italy, Germany, and the Netherlands. France, Italy, and Spain collectively contribute 65-75% of the European Union's grapeseed oil production. Meanwhile, the Netherlands and Germany play critical roles as refining, blending, and re-export distribution centers for both European and global markets.
List of Companies Covered in this Report:
- Borges Agricultural and Industrial Edible Oils, S.A.U.
- Tampieri Group
- Group Mediaco
- Gustav Heess Oleochemische Erzeugnisse GmbH
- Oleificio Salvadori S.r.l.
- Olitalia S.r.l.
- Pietro Coricelli S.p.A.
- Food and Vine, Inc.
- Aromex Industry
- Oilseeds International Ltd.
- Alvinesa Natural Ingredients S.A.
- Henan Kunhua Biological Technology Co., Ltd.
- VedaOils
- Salute Sante
- Costa d'Oro S.p.A.
- Lesieur Solutions Industries
- Sophim SAS
- ConnOils LLC
- Mazola
- Jan K. Overweel Limited
Additional Benefits:
- The market estimate (ME) sheet in Excel format
- 3 months of analyst support
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Companies Mentioned (Partial List)
A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to:
- Borges Agricultural and Industrial Edible Oils, S.A.U.
- Tampieri Group
- Group Mediaco
- Gustav Heess Oleochemische Erzeugnisse GmbH
- Oleificio Salvadori S.r.l.
- Olitalia S.r.l.
- Pietro Coricelli S.p.A.
- Food and Vine, Inc.
- Aromex Industry
- Oilseeds International Ltd.
- Alvinesa Natural Ingredients S.A.
- Henan Kunhua Biological Technology Co., Ltd.
- VedaOils
- Salute Sante
- Costa d'Oro S.p.A.
- Lesieur Solutions Industries
- Sophim SAS
- ConnOils LLC
- Mazola
- Jan K. Overweel Limited

