The Brazil used cooking oil market size was USD 119.00 Million in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 228.89 Million by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 6.76% during 2025-2033. This growth is primarily driven by rising demand for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) derived from used cooking oil and increasing tourism activities in Brazil. Used cooking oil is recognized as a sustainable feedstock for low-carbon fuels, helping reduce greenhouse gas emissions and waste disposal issues.

Study Assumption Years

  • Base Year: 2024
  • Historical Year/Period: 2019-2024
  • Forecast Year/Period: 2025-2033

Brazil Used Cooking Oil Market Key Takeaways

  • The market size reached USD 119.00 Million in 2024.
  • The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.76% during 2025-2033.
  • The forecast period is 2025-2033.
  • Rising demand for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) due to regulatory and environmental pressures is boosting the market.
  • Increasing tourism activities, with 6.65 Million international tourists in 2024, drive the availability and collection of used cooking oil.
  • Use of waste oil for producing biodiesel, soaps, and industrial products supports Brazil's renewable energy and circular economy goals.
  • Advancements in refining technologies ensure SAF quality and safety standards are met for aviation use.

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Market Growth Factors

Growing demand for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) offers a favorable outlook for the Brazil used cooking oil market. Used cooking oil is recognized as a valuable sustainable feedstock for low-carbon aviation fuel production. The aviation sector faces increased pressure to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and SAF is a critical solution to decarbonization. Brazil's biofuel expertise and renewable energy adoption position it well to convert used cooking oil into SAF, aligning with environmental objectives and circular economy principles. The Brazil renewable energy market was valued at USD 16.3 Billion in 2024.

Increasing tourism activities have significantly propelled the Brazil used cooking oil market growth. Brazil welcomed 6.65 Million international tourists in 2024, a 12.6% rise from 2023, increasing cooked food consumption and thus used cooking oil availability. Seasonal tourism peaks create steady supplies for collection and recycling. Hospitality businesses are partnering with certified collectors for proper disposal, converting recovered oil into biodiesel, soaps, and industrial products that support renewable energy goals.

Transforming waste oil into aviation fuel reduces reliance on fossil fuels and minimizes waste disposal, offering dual environmental benefits. International aviation regulations and commitments to carbon neutrality are creating higher blending mandates for SAF, driving demand beyond biodiesel uses. Technological advances in refining ensure SAF meets stringent quality and safety standards of the aviation sector.

Market Segmentation

  • Source Insights:
  • Food Processing Industry: Includes used cooking oil sourced from food manufacturing and processing operations.
  • HoReCa: Oils collected from hotels, restaurants, and catering establishments.
  • Household: Used cooking oil generated from residential kitchens.
  • Others: Additional miscellaneous sources of used cooking oil.
  • Application Insights:
  • Biodiesel: Used cooking oil converted into biodiesel, a renewable fuel.
  • Oleochemicals: Oil used for producing chemical products derived from natural oils.
  • Animal Feed: Use of oil in feed formulations.
  • Others: Other industrial and commercial uses.

Regional Insights

The Brazil used cooking oil market is analyzed across major regions: Southeast, South, Northeast, North, and Central-West. The report provides comprehensive regional market assessments and forecasts for 2025-2033, enabling detailed understanding of geographic trends and opportunities.

Recent Developments & News

In May 2025, fuel distributor Vibra began supplying sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) made from used cooking oil at Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio de Janeiro. This made Vibra the first company in Brazil to offer SAF. The SAF produced from used cooking oil is noted for its minimal carbon intensity, highlighting its status as one of the most sustainable feedstocks.

Key Players

  • Vibra

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