Germany’s Tallow oil market remained firm during the first half of May 2026 as rising raw material costs, elevated crude oil prices, and higher natural gas prices increased production and transportation expenses across Europe. Suppliers raised Tallow oil quotations amid growing energy inflation and higher logistics costs, while steady biodiesel demand continued to support market sentiment. The strong market conditions in early May followed the upward trend observed throughout April, when firm demand from biodiesel and energy sectors, particularly FAME producers, tightened regional availability of Tallow oil. Rising electricity costs also increased processing expenses for renderers, encouraging sellers to maintain firm offers. At the same time, geopolitical tensions and higher freight charges increased the cost of importing substitute feedstocks into Europe, further supporting domestic Tallow oil prices. Looking ahead, ChemAnalyst expects Tallow oil prices to witness further increases in the second half of May if elevated energy costs, biodiesel demand, and logistics pressures continue to persist across the European market.
