Germany Used Cooking Oil Market Summary 2025

Market Size in 2024: USD 315.00 Million
Market Forecast in 2033: USD 570.54 Million
Market Growth Rate 2025-2033: 6.12%

The Germany used cooking oil market was valued at USD 315.00 Million in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 570.54 Million by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 6.12% during 2025-2033. This growth is fueled by the rising demand for biodiesel production, expansion of retail and food outlets, and increasing sustainability initiatives across the country.

Growth Drivers of the German Used Cooking Oil Market

Rising Biodiesel Production in Germany

Germany makes the most biodiesel in Europe. About 3.6 million tons of biodiesel got produced during 2024 as the German Biofuels Industry Association (VDB) reported. This created an increase of 100,000 tons more than their 2023 output. Used cooking oil is an important biodiesel feedstock because it has a low cost and a lower environmental impact than virgin vegetable oils. Government GHG and renewable energy targets have since increased demand for UCO in biodiesel production. Investing in filtration and shipping infrastructure ensures a stable supply chain with biodiesel manufacturers and foodservice companies contracting to ensure a consistent source of UCO supply.

Expansion of Retail and Food Outlets

The growing share of sales through hypermarkets, food courts and convenience stores also helps. Retail sales in Germany are estimated to grow by 2.5% in 2024, and are expected to grow by 2.0% in 2025. Since all of these retail stores have direct retail sales and therefore cooking oil use, often in store-based kitchens or by food vendors, they generate large amounts of used cooking oil. Several large retailers have signed sustainability pacts and have agreements in place with certified waste collectors to properly dispose of and recycle UCO. This network of retail outlets acts as new collection points and strengthens the supply chain for biodiesel manufacturers.

Government Support and Environmental Regulations

Germany has closely followed EU renewable energy policies and has introduced tough regulation to encourage the use of waste materials such as waste cooking oil (UCO) in biodiesel production. Legislation promoting collective collection schemes, collaboration between municipalities and biodiesel producers, subsidies for renewable fuel vehicles and more stringent carbon reduction policies further encourage UCO collection and sourcing. The initiative's regulatory support meanwhile means UCO recycling is being incorporated into Germany's clean energy and circular economy agendas.

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Germany Used Cooking Oil Market Segmentation

Analysis by Source

• Food Manufacturers
• HoReCa
• Households
• Others

Analysis by Application

• Biodiesel
• Oleochemicals
• Animal Feed
• Others

Regional Insights:

• Western Germany
• Southern Germany
• Eastern Germany
• Northern Germany

Competitive Landscape:

The competitive landscape of the industry has also been examined along with the profiles of the key players.

Germany Used Cooking Oil Market News

• December 2024: BMW announced the delivery of diesel vehicles in Germany powered by HVO100 renewable diesel, produced from used cooking oil and other waste oils.
• October 2024: ORLEN Group began selling HVO100 biofuel at two gas stations in Germany, capable of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by up to 90%.
• German municipalities expanded partnerships with biodiesel producers to improve structured collection of UCO from households and restaurants.
• Retail chains in Germany introduced sustainability programs to recycle UCO through certified waste collectors.
• Investments in advanced UCO filtration and treatment technologies were announced to ensure high-quality feedstock for biodiesel production.

Key highlights of the Report:

• Market Performance (2019-2024)
• Market Outlook (2025-2033)
• COVID-19 Impact on the Market
• Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
• Strategic Recommendations
• Historical, Current and Future Market Trends
• Market Drivers and Success Factors
• SWOT Analysis
• Structure of the Market
• Value Chain Analysis
• Comprehensive Mapping of the Competitive Landscape

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