Top 10 Olive Oil-Consuming Countries in the World & Arab World in 2025 — Full Global Consumption Ranking
🫒 Top 10 Olive Oil-Consuming Countries Globally in 2025 (Ranking & Insights)
Olive oil continues to be one of the world’s most valued edible oils, prized not only for its health benefits and culinary versatility but also as a culturally important staple across Mediterranean and increasingly global diets. In 2025, consumption patterns reflect traditional cuisines as well as emerging markets in North America and Asia.
Below is the authoritative ranking of olive oil consumption by country in 2025, based on the latest industry data from reputable global market research sources.
🥇 1. Spain — World’s Largest Olive Oil Consumer (Estimated ~617 K tons)
Consumption Approx.: ~617 000 metric tons per year (reportlinker.com)
Spain remains the global leader in olive oil consumption by volume, a natural extension of its status as the top producer and deep-rooted Mediterranean culinary culture. (reportlinker.com)
Traditional diets in Spain integrate olive oil into nearly every meal, supporting sustained domestic demand.
🥈 2. Italy — Second-Largest Consumer (~564 K tons)
Consumption Approx.: ~564 000 metric tons per year (reportlinker.com)
Italy’s culinary heritage has historically ensured high olive oil use, from classic pasta dishes to salads and cooking oils. (reportlinker.com)
While slightly behind Spain in volume, Italy’s consumption rivals Spain, underscoring its central role in global taste and olive oil markets.
🥉 3. United States — Major Import Market (~323 K tons)
Consumption Approx.: ~323 000 metric tons per year (reportlinker.com)
A growing health-conscious consumer base has driven steady demand in the U.S., making it one of the largest import markets globally.
🏅 4. Greece (~180 K tons)
Consumption Approx.: ~180 000 metric tons per year (reportlinker.com)
Greece not only consumes a great deal by volume but also reports some of the highest per capita olive oil use worldwide. (reportlinker.com)
🏅 5. Morocco (~152 K tons)
Consumption Approx.: ~152 000 metric tons per year (reportlinker.com)
Morocco is a leading North African market with strong culinary integration and domestic olive oil use.
🏅 6. France (~117 K tons)
Consumption Approx.: ~117 000 metric tons per year (reportlinker.com)
French consumers increasingly include olive oil in everyday cooking due to health trends and Mediterranean diet influences.
🏅 7. Algeria (~111 K tons)
Consumption Approx.: ~111 000 metric tons per year (reportlinker.com)
Algeria ranks among the top consuming nations in the Arab world and globally, reflecting growing per capita usage and increased availability.
🏅 8. Portugal (~89 K tons)
Consumption Approx.: ~89 000 metric tons per year (reportlinker.com)
Olive oil is central to Portuguese cooking, particularly in traditional and regional cuisines.
🏅 9. Brazil (~75 K tons)
Consumption Approx.: ~75 000 metric tons per year (reportlinker.com)
Although not a historical olive oil market, Brazil’s growing affluence and culinary diversification position it as a significant consumer.
🏅 10. United Kingdom (~64 K tons)
Consumption Approx.: ~64 000 metric tons per year (reportlinker.com)
The UK rounds out the top 10, buoyed by Mediterranean culinary popularity and lifestyle trends.
📊 2025 Consumption Insights — Global Trends
🇸🇦 Top Olive Oil-Consuming Countries in the Arab World (2025)
Within the Arab region, consumption is influenced by Mediterranean culinary traditions, population size, and access to imported and local olive oil.
Here’s the Arab world’s top 5 consuming countries in 2025:
🥇 1. Algeria (~111 K tons)
One of the highest consuming Arab countries by volume worldwide, Algeria’s demand continues to grow with greater urban consumption and availability of diverse olive oil products. (reportlinker.com)
🥈 2. Morocco (~152 K tons)
Although positioned 5th globally, Morocco is the top Moroccan/Arab consumer by volume, benefitting from both production and dietary traditions. (reportlinker.com)
🥉 3. Egypt (estimated, strong growth trend)
Egypt shows growing consumption, highly supported by population size and expanding culinary use. (Multiple industry sources suggest ascending consumption trends.)
🏅 4. Tunisia
As a top producer, Tunisia’s domestic consumption remains significant alongside its export orientation. (Production and diet trends support strong local use.)
🏅 5. Lebanon
While smaller in absolute volume than North African peers, Lebanon reports noteworthy per capita use due to deep Mediterranean culinary traditions.
🧠 Arab Market Highlights
📌 North African nations dominate within the Arab olive oil market due to local production, cultural habits, and exporting/consuming structures. (reportlinker.com)
📌 Per capita consumption data varies, with nations like Morocco and Algeria showing growth toward Mediterranean norms. (reportlinker.com)
📈 Per Capita Consumption Notes (2025 Estimates)
While total volume is crucial, per capita consumption offers insight into a country’s olive oil integration:
Greece: Highest per capita consumption worldwide (approx. 14.7 kg/person) (reportlinker.com)
Spain & Italy: High cultural use driving per capita figures (over 8 kg/person) (reportlinker.com)
Morocco & Algeria: Rising per capita figures due to local diets and culinary adoption. (reportlinker.com)
🪙 Key Factors Influencing 2025 Olive Oil Consumption
🔹 Cultural Cuisine Tradition
Mediterranean diets — especially in Spain, Italy, Greece, Morocco, and North African countries — naturally propel olive oil consumption.
🔹 Health Trends
Globally, consumers associate olive oil with heart health and dietary benefits, boosting demand in non-traditional markets like the U.S. and UK.
🔹 Market Availability
Imports and local production affect volumes; countries that rely heavily on imports (the U.S., UK) still show strong consumption growth.
🏁 Summary
In 2025, traditional Mediterranean countries remain dominant olive oil consumption leaders — with Spain and Italy at the top globally, and Morocco and Algeria as key Arab consumers. Emerging markets like the United States continue to expand demand, reshaping global consumption dynamics.
By combining absolute consumption, per capita use, and Arab regional data, this ranking provides the most accurate picture of olive oil demand worldwide in 2025.
📊 All figures are based on the latest industry data and reliable statistical sources from 2025. (reportlinker.com)
