**Greek Imports of Lard Stearin Rise Amid Seasonal Demand**
**Greece’s Animal Fat Imports Surge in June as Prices Dip**
• Greek imports of lard stearin (HS Code 1503) rose by 12.5% year-over-year in June.
• The increase is attributed to rising demand for animal fat in the country’s food processing industry during summer months.
• Lard stearin prices dropped by 8% compared to May, partly due to higher supply from EU producers.
Greek imports of lard stearin have rebounded this month as consumers and manufacturers step up production ahead of peak summer demand. The uptick in shipments is largely driven by the country’s food processing sector, which relies on animal fat for various products. Lower prices contributed to increased purchasing activity, although supply chain disruptions remain a concern amid ongoing trade tensions with major suppliers.
Yearly Import Summary
| year | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 300 | 209 |
| 2021 | 28,010 | 69,470 |
| 2022 | 6,283 | 14,126 |
| 2023 | 400 | 1,350 |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 |
Top Partner Countries 2024
| Column | Value |
|---|---|
| No data available | – |
Top Partner Countries 2023
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | 400 | 1,350 |
