Netherlands: Market for Processed Petroleum Oils and Distillates 2026
Market Size for Processed Petroleum Oils and Distillates in the Netherlands
The Dutch market for processed petroleum oils and distillates shrank to $X in 2025, waning by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption recorded a pronounced decrease. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2025, consumption remained at a lower figure.
Production of Processed Petroleum Oils and Distillates in the Netherlands
In value terms, processed petroleum oils and distillates production expanded notably to $X in 2025 estimated in export price. Overall, production continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2022 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2023 to 2025, production growth remained at a lower figure.
Exports of Processed Petroleum Oils and Distillates
Exports from the Netherlands
In 2025, overseas shipments of processed petroleum oils and distillates increased by X% to X tons for the first time since 2021, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, total exports indicated a moderate increase from 2012 to 2025: its volume increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last twelve years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
In value terms, processed petroleum oils and distillates exports fell remarkably to $X in 2025. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a pronounced slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by X%. The exports peaked at $X in 2022; however, from 2023 to 2025, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Exports by Country
Germany (X tons), Belgium (X tons) and the UK (X tons) were the main destinations of processed petroleum oils and distillates exports from the Netherlands, with a combined X% share of total exports. The United States, France, Sweden, Nigeria, Brazil, Spain, Canada, Mexico and Singapore lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Sweden (with a CAGR of X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Germany ($X), Belgium ($X) and the UK ($X) constituted the largest markets for processed petroleum oils and distillates exported from the Netherlands worldwide, with a combined X% share of total exports. The United States, France, Sweden, Nigeria, Brazil, Canada, Spain, Mexico and Singapore lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
Sweden, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Export Prices by Country
In 2023, the average export price for processed petroleum oils and distillates amounted to $X per ton, falling by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2022 an increase of X%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then contracted in the following year.
Average prices varied somewhat for the major foreign markets. In 2023, amid the top suppliers, the countries with the highest prices were Singapore ($X per ton) and France ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Sweden ($X per ton) and Belgium ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Canada (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Imports of Processed Petroleum Oils and Distillates
Imports into the Netherlands
In 2025, approx. X tons of processed petroleum oils and distillates were imported into the Netherlands; which is down by X% against 2023. In general, imports showed a perceptible descent. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by X%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2025, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, processed petroleum oils and distillates imports shrank to $X in 2025. Over the period under review, imports saw a perceptible setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by X%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2025, imports remained at a lower figure.
Imports by Country
In 2023, Belgium (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of processed petroleum oils and distillates to the Netherlands, with a X% share of total imports. Moreover, processed petroleum oils and distillates imports from Belgium exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Germany (X tons), twofold. The third position in this ranking was held by the UK (X tons), with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of volume from Belgium stood at X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Germany (X% per year) and the UK (X% per year).
In value terms, Belgium ($X) constituted the largest supplier of processed petroleum oils and distillates to the Netherlands, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Germany ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by the UK, with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of value from Belgium was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Germany (X% per year) and the UK (X% per year).
Import Prices by Country
In 2023, the average import price for processed petroleum oils and distillates amounted to $X per ton, reducing by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of X%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2022, and then contracted in the following year.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2023, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the price for Poland ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Qatar (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :
The countries with the highest volumes of consumption in 2024 were the United States, China and Russia, with a combined 42% share of global consumption. India, Japan, Saudi Arabia, Brazil, South Korea, Germany and Iran lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 21%.
The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2024 were the United States, China and Russia, together comprising 45% of global production. India, South Korea, Japan, Brazil, the Netherlands, Saudi Arabia and Iran lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 23%.
In value terms, Belgium constituted the largest supplier of processed petroleum oils and distillates to the Netherlands, comprising 25% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Germany, with a 9.7% share of total imports. It was followed by the UK, with a 5.9% share.
In value terms, the largest markets for processed petroleum oils and distillates exported from the Netherlands were Germany, Belgium and the UK, with a combined 48% share of total exports. The United States, France, Sweden, Nigeria, Brazil, Canada, Spain, Mexico and Singapore lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 26%.
The average export price for processed petroleum oils and distillates stood at $899 per ton in 2023, shrinking by -7.7% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2022 an increase of 64% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $974 per ton, and then shrank in the following year.
The average import price for processed petroleum oils and distillates stood at $829 per ton in 2023, with a decrease of -9.9% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 52%. The import price peaked at $920 per ton in 2022, and then declined in the following year.
This report provides a comprehensive view of the processed petroleum oils and distillates industry in the Netherlands, tracking demand, supply, and trade flows across the national value chain. It explains how demand across key channels and end-use segments shapes consumption patterns, while also mapping the role of input availability, production efficiency, and regulatory standards on supply.
Beyond headline metrics, the study benchmarks prices, margins, and trade routes so you can see where value is created and how it moves between domestic suppliers and international partners. The analysis is designed to support strategic planning, market entry, portfolio prioritization, and risk management in the processed petroleum oils and distillates landscape in the Netherlands.
Domestic demand is shaped by both household and industrial usage, with trade flows linking local supply to imports and exports.
Pricing dynamics reflect unit values, freight costs, exchange rates, and regulatory shifts that affect sourcing decisions.
Supply depends on input availability and production efficiency, creating a distinct national cost curve.
Market concentration varies by segment, creating different competitive landscapes and entry barriers.
The 2035 outlook highlights where capacity investment and demand growth are most aligned within the country.
Report scope
The report combines market sizing with trade intelligence and price analytics for the Netherlands. It covers both historical performance and the forward outlook to 2035, allowing you to compare cycles, structural shifts, and policy impacts.
Market size and growth in value and volume terms
Consumption structure by end-use segments
Production capacity, output, and cost dynamics
Trade flows, exporters, importers, and balances
Price benchmarks, unit values, and margin signals
Competitive context and market entry conditions
Product coverage
Processed Petroleum Oils and Distillates
Country coverage
Netherlands
Country profile and benchmarks
This report provides a consistent view of market size, trade balance, prices, and per-capita indicators for the Netherlands. The profile highlights demand structure and trade position, enabling benchmarking against regional and global peers.
Methodology
The analysis is built on a multi-source framework that combines official statistics, trade records, company disclosures, and expert validation. Data are standardized, reconciled, and cross-checked to ensure consistency across time series.
International trade data (exports, imports, and mirror statistics)
National production and consumption statistics
Company-level information from financial filings and public releases
Price series and unit value benchmarks
Analyst review, outlier checks, and time-series validation
All data are normalized to a common product definition and mapped to a consistent set of codes. This ensures that comparisons across time are aligned and actionable.
Forecasts to 2035
The forecast horizon extends to 2035 and is based on a structured model that links processed petroleum oils and distillates demand and supply to macroeconomic indicators, trade patterns, and sector-specific drivers. The model captures both cyclical and structural factors and reflects known policy and technology shifts in the Netherlands.
Historical baseline: 2012-2025
Forecast horizon: 2026-2035
Scenario-based sensitivity to income growth, substitution, and regulation
Capacity and investment outlook for major producing companies
Each projection is built from national historical patterns and the broader regional context, allowing the report to show where growth is concentrated and where risks are elevated.
Price analysis and trade dynamics
Prices are analyzed in detail, including export and import unit values, regional spreads, and changes in trade costs. The report highlights how seasonality, freight rates, exchange rates, and supply disruptions influence pricing and margins.
Price benchmarks by country and sub-region
Export and import unit value trends
Seasonality and calendar effects in trade flows
Price outlook to 2035 under baseline assumptions
Profiles of market participants
Key producers, exporters, and distributors are profiled with a focus on their operational scale, geographic footprint, product mix, and market positioning. This helps identify competitive pressure points, partnership opportunities, and routes to differentiation.
Business focus and production capabilities
Geographic reach and distribution networks
Cost structure and pricing strategy indicators
Compliance, certification, and sustainability context
How to use this report
Quantify domestic demand and identify the most attractive segments
Evaluate export opportunities and prioritize target destinations
Track price dynamics and protect margins
Benchmark performance against leading competitors
Build evidence-based forecasts for investment decisions
This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, wholesalers, investors, and advisors who need a clear, data-driven picture of processed petroleum oils and distillates dynamics in the Netherlands.
FAQ
What is included in the processed petroleum oils and distillates market in the Netherlands?
The market size aggregates consumption and trade data, presented in both value and volume terms.
How are the forecasts to 2035 built?
The projections combine historical trends with macroeconomic indicators, trade dynamics, and sector-specific drivers.
Does the report cover prices and margins?
Yes, it includes export and import unit values, regional spreads, and a pricing outlook to 2035.
Which benchmarks are included?
The report benchmarks market size, trade balance, prices, and per-capita indicators for the Netherlands.
Can this report support market entry decisions?
Yes, it highlights demand hotspots, trade routes, pricing trends, and competitive context.
1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2025
Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2025
Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2025
Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2025
Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2025
Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2025
LIST OF FIGURES
Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Market Volume Forecast to 2035
Market Value Forecast to 2035
Market Size and Growth, By Product
Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
Exports and Growth, By Product
Export Prices and Growth, By Product
Production Volume and Growth
Exports and Growth
Export Prices and Growth
Market Size and Growth
Per Capita Consumption
Imports and Growth
Import Prices
Production, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2025
Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2025
Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2025
Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2025
Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035)
Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2025
Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2025
Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2025
Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2025
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