Shortenings Market Size, Trends, Analysis, and Outlook By Ingredient (Oil, Butter, Tallow, Lard, Others), By Source (Vegetable, Animal), By Variant (Solid, Liquid, Cake/Icing, All-purpose, Others), By Application (Bakery products, Confectionery products,

Shortenings Market Size, Trends, Analysis, and Outlook By Ingredient (Oil, Butter, Tallow, Lard, Others), By Source (Vegetable, Animal), By Variant (Solid, Liquid, Cake/Icing, All-purpose, Others), By Application (Bakery products, Confectionery products, Snacks & savory products, Others), by Country, Segment, and Companies, 2024-2032


Global Shortenings Market Size is valued at $4.92 Billion in 2024 and is forecast to register a growth rate (CAGR) of 4.4% to reach $6.9 Billion by 2032.

The shortenings market is expanding as these fats are essential for baking and frying applications. Innovations in healthier shortening options, such as those with reduced trans fats or made from non-hydrogenated oils, are shaping product development. The trend towards clean-label ingredients is also influencing market dynamics.

Shortenings Market Drivers, Trends, Opportunities, and Growth Opportunities

The comprehensive report presents unique market trends and challenges shaping the outlook for industry stakeholders. The Future of Shortenings survey report provides the market size outlook across types, applications, and segments globally and regionally. It also offers data-driven insights and actionable recommendations for companies in the Shortenings industry.

Key market trends defining the global Shortenings demand in 2025 and Beyond

The Shortenings industry remains an attractive hub for both domestic and global vendors. As we enter 2025, demand from end-user sectors, changes in consumption patterns, new product launches, and widening distribution channels will play major roles.

Shortenings Market Segmentation- Industry Share, Market Size, and Outlook to 2032

Rising demand for diverse products and applications fuels the increased investments in niche segments. Leading companies focus on generating a large share of their future revenue growth by expanding into these niche segments. The report presents a market size outlook across segments, supporting companies scaling up production with a focus on potential countries.

Key strategies adopted by companies within the Shortenings industry

Leading Shortenings companies are boosting investments to capitalize on untapped potential and future possibilities across niche market segments and surging demand conditions. In particular, companies that leverage advanced technologies to achieve operational excellence are set to gain significant revenues. The report details the key strategies adopted by the top 10 Shortenings companies.

Shortenings Market Study- Strategic Analysis Review

The market research report dives deep into qualitative factors shaping the market, empowering you to make informed decisions.
  • Industry Dynamics: Porter's Five Forces analysis to understand bargaining power, competitive rivalry, and threats that impact long-term strategy formulation.
  • Strategic Insights: Provides valuable perspectives on key players and their approaches based on comprehensive strategy analysis.
  • Internal Strengths and Weaknesses: Develop targeted strategies to leverage strengths, address weaknesses, and capitalize on market opportunities.
  • Future Possibilities: Prepare for diverse outcomes with in-depth scenario analysis. Explore potential market disruptions, technology advancements, and economic changes.
Shortenings Market Size Outlook- Historic and Forecast Revenue in Three Cases

The Shortenings industry report provides a detailed analysis and outlook of revenue generated by companies from 2018 to 2023. With actual data for 2023, the report forecasts the market size outlook from 2024 to 2032 in three scenarios: low case, reference case, and high case.

Shortenings Country Analysis and Revenue Outlook to 2032

The report analyzes 22 countries worldwide, including key driving forces and market size outlook from 2021 to 2032. Additionally, it includes region analysis across Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, North America, and South America. For each region, the market size outlook by segments is forecast for 2032.

North America Shortenings Market Size Outlook- Companies plan for focused investments in a changing environment

The US remains the market leader in North America, driven by a large consumer base, well-established providers, and strong infrastructure. Leading companies focus on new product launches in a changing environment. The US GDP is expected to grow from $28,781.1 Billion in 2024 to $36,621 Billion in 2030, driving demand for various Shortenings market segments. Similarly, strong market demand encourages Canadian Shortenings companies to invest in niche segments. Mexico's investment in technological advancements positions it for significant market expansion.

Europe Shortenings Market Size Outlook- Companies investing in assessing consumers, categories, competitors, and capabilities.

The German Shortenings industry remains the major market for companies in the European Shortenings industry with consumers in Germany, France, the UK, Spain, Italy, and others anticipated to register a steady demand throughout the forecast period, driving the overall market prospects. In addition, the proactive approach of vendors in identifying and leveraging new growth prospects positions the European Shortenings market fostering both domestic and international interest. Leading brands operating in the industry are emphasizing effective marketing strategies, innovative product offerings, and addressing niche consumer segments.

Asia Pacific Shortenings Market Size Outlook- an attractive hub for opportunities for both local and global companies

The increasing pool of consumer base, robust consumption expenditure, and increasing investments in manufacturing drive the demand for Shortenings in Asia Pacific. In particular, China, India, and South East Asian Shortenings markets present a compelling outlook for 2032, attracting both domestic and multinational vendors seeking growth opportunities. Similarly, with a burgeoning population and a rising middle class, India offers a vast consumer market. Japanese and Korean companies are quickly aligning their strategies to navigate market changes, explore new markets, and enhance their competitive edge. Our report utilizes in-depth interviews with industry experts and comprehensive data analysis to provide a comprehensive outlook of 6 major countries in the APAC region.

Latin America Shortenings Market Size Outlook- Continued urbanization and rising income levels

Rising income levels contribute to higher purchasing power among consumers, spurring consumption and creating opportunities for market expansion. Continued urbanization and rising income levels are expected to sustainably drive consumption growth in the medium to long term.

Middle East and Africa Shortenings Market Size Outlook- continues its upward trajectory across segments.

Robust demand from Middle Eastern countries including Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, and other GCC countries supports the overall Middle East Shortenings market potential. Fuelled by increasing consumption expenditure of individuals and growing population drive the demand for Shortenings.

Shortenings Company Profiles

The global Shortenings market is characterized by intense competitive conditions with leading companies opting for aggressive marketing to gain market shares. The report presents business descriptions, SWOT analysis, growth strategies, and financial profiles. The leading companies included in the study are AAK AB, Archer Daniels Midland Company, Associated British Foods Plc, B and G Foods Inc, Bunge Ltd, Cargill Inc, CAROTINO SDN BHD, Fuji Oil Co. Ltd, Gujarat Ambuja Exports Ltd, IFFCO Group, Manildra Flour Mills Pty. Ltd, Olivia Impex Pvt. Ltd, Palsgaard A/S, Premium Oils and Fats Sdn Bhd, Riken Vitamin Co. Ltd, S.S.D. Oil Mills Co. Ltd, Stratas Foods, Vantage Specialty Chemicals, Ventura Foods LLC, Wilmar International Ltd.

Recent Shortenings Market Developments

The global Shortenings market study presents recent market news and developments including new product launches, mergers, acquisitions, expansions, product approvals, and other updates in the industry.

Shortenings Market Report Scope

Parameters: Revenue, Volume Price

Study Period: 2023 (Base Year); 2018- 2023 (Historic Period); 2024- 2032 (Forecast Period)

Currency: USD; (Upon request, can be provided in Euro, JPY, GBP, and other Local Currency)

Qualitative Analysis
  • Pricing Analysis
  • Value Chain Analysis
  • SWOT Profile
  • Market Dynamics- Trends, Drivers, Challenges
  • Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
  • Macroeconomic Impact Analysis
  • Case Scenarios- Low, Base, High
Market Segmentation:

By Ingredient

Oil

Butter

Tallow

Lard

Others

By Source

Vegetable

Animal

By Variant

Solid

Liquid

Cake/Icing

All-purpose

Others

By Application

Bakery products

Confectionery products

Snacks & savory products

Others

Geographical Segmentation:
  • North America (3 markets)
  • Europe (6 markets)
  • Asia Pacific (6 markets)
  • Latin America (3 markets)
  • Middle East Africa (5 markets)
Companies

AAK AB

Archer Daniels Midland Company

Associated British Foods Plc

B and G Foods Inc

Bunge Ltd

Cargill Inc

CAROTINO SDN BHD

Fuji Oil Co. Ltd

Gujarat Ambuja Exports Ltd

IFFCO Group

Manildra Flour Mills Pty. Ltd

Olivia Impex Pvt. Ltd

Palsgaard A/S

Premium Oils and Fats Sdn Bhd

Riken Vitamin Co. Ltd

S.S.D. Oil Mills Co. Ltd

Stratas Foods

Vantage Specialty Chemicals

Ventura Foods LLC

Wilmar International Ltd

Formats Available: Excel, PDF, and PPT


Chapter 1: Executive Summary
1.1 Study Scope
1.2 Market Definition
1.3 Report Guide
1.3.1 Country Coverage
1.3.2 Companies Profiled
1.3.3 Study Period: 2018 to 2023 and 2024 to 2032
1.3.4 Units
1.4 Abbreviations
Chapter 2. Shortenings Market Overview- 2025
2.1 An Introduction to the Global Shortenings Markets
2.2 Key Statistics
2.3 Region Benchmarking, 2024
2.4 Country Positioning Matrix, 2024
Chapter 3. Strategic Analysis Review
3.1 Shortenings Industry Stakeholders
3.2 Value Chain Analysis
3.3 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
3.4 SWOT Profile
3.5 Recent Market Developments
Chapter 4. Impact Analysis and Scenario Forecasts
4.1 Russia-Ukraine Conflict Analysis
4.2 COVID-19: Post Pandemic Recovery Analysis
4.3 US Inflation and Sluggish Growth in China
4.4 Focus on Sustainability
4.5 Low Growth Case Scenario: Global Shortenings Market Outlook to 2032
4.6 Reference Case Scenario: Global Shortenings Market Outlook to 2032
4.7 High Growth Case Scenario: Global Shortenings Market Outlook to 2032
Chapter 5: Shortenings Market Dynamics
5.1 Key Shortenings Market Trends
5.2 Potential Shortenings Market Opportunities
5.3 Key Market Challenges
Chapter 6: Global Shortenings Market Analysis and Outlook to 2032
6.1 Global Market Outlook by Segments, 2021 to 2032
6.2 Ingredient
Oil
Butter
Tallow
Lard
Others
Source
Vegetable
Animal
Variant
Solid
Liquid
Cake/Icing
All-purpose
Others
Application
Bakery products
Confectionery products
Snacks & savory products
Others
6.3 Global Market Outlook by Region, 2021 to 2032
Chapter 7: North America Shortenings Market Analysis and Outlook to 2032
7.1 North America Market Outlook by Segments, 2021- 2032
7.2 Ingredient
Oil
Butter
Tallow
Lard
Others
Source
Vegetable
Animal
Variant
Solid
Liquid
Cake/Icing
All-purpose
Others
Application
Bakery products
Confectionery products
Snacks & savory products
Others
7.3 North America Market Outlook by Country, 2021- 2032
7.3.1 United States Shortenings Market Size Forecast, 2021- 2032
7.3.2 Canada Shortenings Market Size Forecast, 2021- 2032
7.3.3 Mexico Shortenings Market Size Forecast, 2021- 2032
Chapter 8: Europe Shortenings Market Analysis and Outlook to 2032
8.1 Europe Market Outlook by Segments, 2021- 2032
8.2 Ingredient
Oil
Butter
Tallow
Lard
Others
Source
Vegetable
Animal
Variant
Solid
Liquid
Cake/Icing
All-purpose
Others
Application
Bakery products
Confectionery products
Snacks & savory products
Others
8.3 Europe Market Outlook by Country, 2021- 2032
8.3.1 Germany Shortenings Market Size Forecast, 2021- 2032
8.3.2 France Shortenings Market Size Forecast, 2021- 2032
8.3.3 United Kingdom Shortenings Market Size Forecast, 2021- 2032
8.3.4 Spain Shortenings Market Size Forecast, 2021- 2032
8.3.5 Italy Shortenings Market Size Forecast, 2021- 2032
8.3.6 Russia Shortenings Market Size Forecast, 2021- 2032
8.3.7 Rest of Europe Shortenings Market Size Forecast, 2021- 2032
Chapter 9: Asia Pacific Shortenings Market Analysis and Outlook to 2032
9.1 Asia Pacific Market Outlook by Segments, 2021- 2032
9.2 Ingredient
Oil
Butter
Tallow
Lard
Others
Source
Vegetable
Animal
Variant
Solid
Liquid
Cake/Icing
All-purpose
Others
Application
Bakery products
Confectionery products
Snacks & savory products
Others
9.3 Asia Pacific Market Outlook by Country, 2021- 2032
9.3.1 China Shortenings Market Size Forecast, 2021- 2032
9.3.2 India Shortenings Market Size Forecast, 2021- 2032
9.3.3 Japan Shortenings Market Size Forecast, 2021- 2032
9.3.4 South Korea Shortenings Market Size Forecast, 2021- 2032
9.3.5 Australia Shortenings Market Size Forecast, 2021- 2032
9.3.6 South East Asia Shortenings Market Size Forecast, 2021- 2032
9.3.7 Rest of Asia Pacific Shortenings Market Size Forecast, 2021- 2032
Chapter 10: South America Shortenings Market Analysis and Outlook to 2032
10.1 South America Market Outlook by Segments, 2021- 2032
10.2 Ingredient
Oil
Butter
Tallow
Lard
Others
Source
Vegetable
Animal
Variant
Solid
Liquid
Cake/Icing
All-purpose
Others
Application
Bakery products
Confectionery products
Snacks & savory products
Others
10.3 South America Market Outlook by Country, 2021- 2032
10.3.1 Brazil Shortenings Market Size Forecast, 2021- 2032
10.3.2 Argentina Shortenings Market Size Forecast, 2021- 2032
10.3.3 Rest of South America Shortenings Market Size Forecast, 2021- 2032
Chapter 11: Middle East and Africa Shortenings Market Analysis and Outlook to 2032
11.1 Middle East and Africa Market Outlook by Segments, 2021- 2032
11.2 Ingredient
Oil
Butter
Tallow
Lard
Others
Source
Vegetable
Animal
Variant
Solid
Liquid
Cake/Icing
All-purpose
Others
Application
Bakery products
Confectionery products
Snacks & savory products
Others
11.3 Middle East and Africa Market Outlook by Country, 2021- 2032
11.3.1 Saudi Arabia Shortenings Market Size Forecast, 2021- 2032
11.3.2 The UAE Shortenings Market Size Forecast, 2021- 2032
11.3.3 Rest of Middle East Shortenings Market Size Forecast, 2021- 2032
11.3.4 South Africa Shortenings Market Size Forecast, 2021- 2032
11.3.4 Rest of Africa Shortenings Market Size Forecast, 2021- 2032
Chapter 12: Competitive Landscape
12.1 Competitive Analysis- Product Profile, SWOT, Financial Profiles
12.2 Key Companies Profiled in the Study
12.3 AAK AB
Archer Daniels Midland Company
Associated British Foods Plc
B and G Foods Inc
Bunge Ltd
Cargill Inc
CAROTINO SDN BHD
Fuji Oil Co. Ltd
Gujarat Ambuja Exports Ltd
IFFCO Group
Manildra Flour Mills Pty. Ltd
Olivia Impex Pvt. Ltd
Palsgaard A/S
Premium Oils and Fats Sdn Bhd
Riken Vitamin Co. Ltd
S.S.D. Oil Mills Co. Ltd
Stratas Foods
Vantage Specialty Chemicals
Ventura Foods LLC
Wilmar International Ltd
Chapter 13: Sources and Research Methodology
13.1 Primary and Secondary Sources
13.2 Research Methodology
13.3 Data Triangulation and Validation
13.4 Assumptions and Limitations
13.5 Forecast Methodology
Appendix
A: Highlights of the Q4-2024 Version
B: Conclusion and Future Recommendations
C: Customization Options
D: Contact Information
List of Figures
Figure 1: Country Analysis: Largest Market Share (%)- 2024 vs. 2032
Figure 2: GDP (Current Prices) Outlook by Country, 2010- 2032
Figure 3: Population Outlook by Country, 2010- 2032
Figure 4: Inflation Outlook by Country (%), 2024- 2032
Figure 5: Global Shortenings Market Outlook by Type, 2021- 2032
Figure 6: Global Shortenings Market Outlook by Application, 2021- 2032
Figure 7: Global Shortenings Market Outlook by Region, 2021- 2032
Figure 8: North America Shortenings Market Snapshot, Q4-2024
Figure 9: North America Shortenings Market Size Forecast by Type, 2021- 2032
Figure 10: North America Shortenings Market Size Forecast by Application, 2021- 2032
Figure 11: North America Shortenings Market Share by Country, 2023
Figure 12: Europe Shortenings Market Snapshot, Q4-2024
Figure 13: Europe Shortenings Market Size Forecast by Type, 2021- 2032
Figure 14: Europe Shortenings Market Size Forecast by Application, 2021- 2032
Figure 15: Europe Shortenings Market Share by Country, 2023
Figure 16: Asia Pacific Shortenings Market Snapshot, Q4-2024
Figure 17: Asia Pacific Shortenings Market Size Forecast by Type, 2021- 2032
Figure 18: Asia Pacific Shortenings Market Size Forecast by Application, 2021- 2032
Figure 19: Asia Pacific Shortenings Market Share by Country, 2023
Figure 20: South America Shortenings Market Snapshot, Q4-2024
Figure 21: South America Shortenings Market Size Forecast by Type, 2021- 2032
Figure 22: South America Shortenings Market Size Forecast by Application, 2021- 2032
Figure 23: South America Shortenings Market Share by Country, 2023
Figure 24: Middle East and Africa Shortenings Market Snapshot, Q4-2024
Figure 25: Middle East and Africa Shortenings Market Size Forecast by Type, 2021- 2032
Figure 26: Middle East and Africa Shortenings Market Size Forecast by Application, 2021- 2032
Figure 27: Middle East and Africa Shortenings Market Share by Country, 2023
Figure 28: United States Shortenings Market Size Outlook, $ Million, 2021- 2032
Figure 29: Canada Shortenings Market Size Outlook, $ Million, 2021- 2032
Figure 30: Mexico Shortenings Market Size Outlook, $ Million, 2021- 2032
Figure 31: Germany Shortenings Market Size Outlook, $ Million, 2021- 2032
Figure 32: France Shortenings Market Size Outlook, $ Million, 2021- 2032
Figure 33: United Kingdom Shortenings Market Size Outlook, $ Million, 2021- 2032
Figure 34: Spain Shortenings Market Size Outlook, $ Million, 2021- 2032
Figure 35: Italy Shortenings Market Size Outlook, $ Million, 2021- 2032
Figure 36: Russia Shortenings Market Size Outlook, $ Million, 2021- 2032
Figure 37: Rest of Europe Shortenings Market Size Outlook, $ Million, 2021- 2032
Figure 38: China Shortenings Market Size Outlook, $ Million, 2021- 2032
Figure 39: India Shortenings Market Size Outlook, $ Million, 2021- 2032
Figure 40: Japan Shortenings Market Size Outlook, $ Million, 2021- 2032
Figure 41: South Korea Shortenings Market Size Outlook, $ Million, 2021- 2032
Figure 42: Australia Shortenings Market Size Outlook, $ Million, 2021- 2032
Figure 43: South East Asia Shortenings Market Size Outlook, $ Million, 2021- 2032
Figure 44: Rest of APAC Shortenings Market Size Outlook, $ Million, 2021- 2032
Figure 45: Brazil Shortenings Market Size Outlook, $ Million, 2021- 2032
Figure 46: Argentina Shortenings Market Size Outlook, $ Million, 2021- 2032
Figure 47: Rest of LATAM Shortenings Market Size Outlook, $ Million, 2021- 2032
Figure 48: Saudi Arabia Shortenings Market Size Outlook, $ Million, 2021- 2032
Figure 49: UAE Shortenings Market Size Outlook, $ Million, 2021- 2032
Figure 50: South Africa Shortenings Market Size Outlook, $ Million, 2021- 2032
Figure 51: Research Methodology
Figure 52: Forecast Methodology
List of Tables
Table 1: Market Scope and Segmentation
Table 2: Global Shortenings Market Size Outlook, $Million, 2021 to 2032
Table 3: Low Case Scenario Forecasts
Table 4: Reference Case Scenario Forecasts
Table 5: High Growth Scenario Forecasts
Table 6: Global Shortenings Market Size Outlook by Segments, 2021- 2032
Table 7: Global Shortenings Market Size Outlook by Region, 2021- 2032
Table 8: Country Mapping, 2023 vs. 2032
Table 9: North America- Shortenings Market Outlook by Type, 2021- 2032
Table 10: North America- Shortenings Market Outlook by Country, 2021- 2032
Table 11: Europe - Shortenings Market Outlook by Type, 2021- 2032
Table 12: Europe - Shortenings Market Outlook by Country, 2021- 2032
Table 13: Asia Pacific - Shortenings Market Outlook by Type, 2021- 2032
Table 14: Asia Pacific - Shortenings Market Outlook by Country, 2021- 2032
Table 15: South America- Shortenings Market Outlook by Type, 2021- 2032
Table 16: South America- Shortenings Market Outlook by Country, 2021- 2032
Table 17: Middle East and Africa - Shortenings Market Outlook by Type, 2021- 2032
Table 18: Middle East and Africa - Shortenings Market Outlook by Country, 2021- 2032
Table 19: Business Snapshots of Leading Shortenings Companies
Table 20: Product Profiles of Leading Shortenings Companies
Table 21: SWOT Profiles of Leading Shortenings Companies

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