Perilla Oil Market Size, Share, Growth and Industry analysis, By Type (Toasted Perilla Oil, Untoasted Perilla Oil), By Application (Edible Oil, Pharma and Supplements, Cosmetics) and Regional Forecast to 2034

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PERILLA OIL MARKET OVERVIEW

The global perilla oil market size was valued at USD 1.48 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 4.85 billion by 2034, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of about 14.1% from 2025 to 2034.

The United States Perilla Oil Market size is projected at USD 0.5 Billion in 2025, the Europe Perilla Oil Market size is projected at USD 0.45 Billion in 2025, and the China Perilla Oil Market size is projected at USD 0.36 Billion in 2025.

The global COVID-19 pandemic has been unprecedented and staggering, with the market experiencing lower-than-anticipated demand across all regions compared to pre-pandemic levels. The sudden rise in CAGR is attributable to the market’s growth and demand returning to pre-pandemic levels once the pandemic is over.

Perilla oil is an edible vegetable oil. The oil is derived from perilla seeds. The oil has diverse nutty taste and aroma. The oil is extensively used as a culinary oil. The oil is rich in omega-three fatty acids.

The market growth is attributed to the growing demand for edible oil in cooking, margarine spreads, salad dressings, and others. The oil is obtained through cold pressing method and the oil is greenish-yellow in color and the taste nutty flavor. The oil is extensively used in food & beverage sector. The edible oil has high nutritional value and stable shelf life. The oil is used for cooking in European, Middle Eastern, and Asian regions. The oil is used as an anti-inflammatory agent and it is considered as good for health. Growing demand for health-conscious population among today’s population is anticipated to accelerate market growth. Rise in need for omega-rich food products and huge need for healthy cooking oil is anticipated to create positive opportunities for market progress. Huge demand for organic food products and increased need for eco-friendly product is anticipated to accelerate market progress in the coming years. On the contrary, high cost of the oil is estimated to harm market growth in the forthcoming years.

KEY FINDINGS

COVID-19 IMPACT

Halt in Export & Import Activities to Hamper Market Growth

The sudden spread of COVID-19 pandemic hamper food & beverage sector. Lockdown restrictions and lower rate of employee to hinder market growth. Further, closure of stores and halt in export & import activities to hamper market growth.

LATEST TRENDS

Huge Demand for the oil in Cosmetics Sector to Foster Market Growth

The increased demand for perilla seed oil in cosmetic sector. The oil is used to manufacture beauty products. The oil is also used to treat skin conditions such as atopic dermatitis. The oil helps to reduce scars appearance. Oil has free radicals and the oil is used for manufacturing face creams, body lotions, and sunscreens. These extensive usage of the oil in cosmetic sector is anticipated to fuel market growth in the coming years.

• In 2019, perilla seed cultivation in Japan covered 429.1 hectares, yielding 137.9 tons of seeds — according to the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries of Japan

• Perilla seeds contain 38 – 45 % lipids by weight, enabling efficient oil extraction processes with an average yield of 42 % oil — according to the American Oil Chemists’ Society

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PERILLA OIL MARKET SEGMENTATION

By Type

Based on type, the market is divided into toasted perilla oil and untoasted perilla oil.

Toasted perilla oil is expected to be the top part of type segmentation.

By Application

Based on the application, the market is divided into edible oil, pharma & supplements, and cosmetics.

Pharma & supplements are expected to be the top part of application segmentation.

DRIVING FACTORS

Broad Usage in Pharma & Supplements Sector to Accelerate Market Growth

The increased demand for the oil in pharmaceutical sector is to improve the bioavailability of the active components in any medicine. The oil helps to reduce the side effective and improve medicine quality. Rapid development in pharmaceutical sector and ongoing R&D activities is anticipated to accelerate market growth. Huge demand for organic food products and increased need for eco-friendly product is anticipated to accelerate market progress in the coming years.

• Perilla oil provides 52 – 64 g of α-linolenic acid (omega-3) per 100 g, making it one of the richest plant-based sources of ALA — according to the American Oil Chemists’ Society

• Annual perilla seed output in South Korea grew from 36,800 tons in 2000 to 46,000 tons by 2015, a 25 % increase driven by health-focused consumer demand — according to the Korea Rural Economic Institute

Growing Demand for Edible Oil to Boost Product Demand

Growing demand for edible oil in cooking, margarine spreads, salad dressings, and others. The oil is obtained through cold pressing method and the oil is greenish-yellow in color and the taste nutty flavor. The oil is extensively used in food & beverage sector. The edible oil has high nutritional value and stable shelf life. The oil is used for cooking in European, Middle Eastern, and Asian regions. The oil is used as an anti-inflammatory agent and it is considered as good for health. Growing demand for health-conscious population among today’s population is anticipated to accelerate market growth. Rise in need for omega-rich food products and huge need for healthy cooking oil is anticipated to create positive opportunities for market progress in the coming years.

RESTRAINING FACTORS

Higher Cost of Perilla Seed Oil to Reduce Market Progress

The high cost of the oil is estimated to harm market growth in the forthcoming years.

• Average perilla seed yield in Japan is only 0.32 tons per hectare, limiting large-scale productivity compared to other oilseeds — according to the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries of Japan

• Cultivation is concentrated in 5 countries (China, South Korea, Japan, Thailand, Vietnam), which together account for over 90 % of global output, restricting supply diversification — according to FAO botanical surveys

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PERILLA OIL MARKET REGIONAL INSIGHTS

Huge Demand for Edible Oil in North America to Drive Market Share 

North America is estimated to hold significant perilla oil market share owing to growing demand for edible oil in cooking, margarine spreads, salad dressings, and others. The oil is obtained through cold pressing method and the oil is greenish-yellow in color and the taste nutty flavor. The oil is extensively used in food & beverage sector. The edible oil has high nutritional value and stable shelf life. The increased demand for perilla seed oil in cosmetic sector. The oil is used to manufacture beauty products. The oil is also used to treat skin conditions such as atopic dermatitis. The oil helps to reduce scars appearance. Oil has free radicals and the oil is used for manufacturing face creams, body lotions, and sunscreens. These extensive usage of the oil in cosmetic sector is anticipated to fuel perilla oil market growth in the coming years.

KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS

Leading Players Adopt New Strategies to Stay Competitive

The report covers information about the list of market players and their latest development in the industry. The information includes mergers, partnerships, acquisitions, technological developments, and production lines. Other aspects examined for this market include complete research on companies producing and introducing the latest products, regions they conduct their operations in, automation, technology adoption, generating the most revenue, and making a difference with their products.

• Operating since 1897, Gustav Heess processes over 8,000 metric tons of specialty oils annually, with perilla oil accounting for 12 % of its cold-pressed segment — according to company disclosures and EU food

• Based in South Korea, Komega exports to over 18 countries and processes 1,500 metric tons/year of perilla oil, primarily for the cosmetic and nutraceutical sectors — supported by Korea Food Research Institute data.

List of Top Perilla Oil Companies

• Gustav Heess
• Komega
• San Sheng Nong Lin
• Ota Oil
• Hunan Yamei Biotechnology
• Hebei Jiafeng Plant Oil
• Hubei Shizhen
• Sanmark
• Zonghoo Jianyuan Biotech
• Huanan Nongsheng

REPORT COVERAGE

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