China, Argentina, and Senegal supply the majority of peanut oil available through Nutrada. Peanut oil wholesalers on the platform offer conventional and organic qualities, filterable by origin, certification, and MOQ.
| Value | Description |
| Botanical name | Arachis hypogaea |
| Available forms | Refined, cold-pressed, roasted |
| Origins | China, Argentina, Senegal, USA |
| Certifications | GFSI (BRCGS, IFS, FSSC 22000), EU Organic, Kosher, Halal |
| Common applications | Asian cuisine frying, snack food production, peanut butter manufacturing |
| Packaging | Jerry cans, Drums, IBCs, Tanks |
| MOQ | 180kg |
| Category | Oils Wholesale |
| Form | What it means for procurement | Typical application |
| Refined | High smoke point (232°C), neutral flavour, FFA max 0.3% | Large-scale frying, foodservice, snack manufacturing |
| Cold-pressed | Mechanically extracted, retains nutty aroma, lower smoke point | Specialty cooking oils, artisanal applications |
| Roasted | Darker colour, intensified nutty flavour, limited shelf life | Specialty condiments, authentic Asian cuisine |
Buyers must verify allergen management protocols as peanut oil requires mandatory EU allergen labelling under Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011.
China dominates global peanut oil supply with the world's largest peanut production, yet domestic consumption exceeds production - China imported 247,723,000 kg of groundnut oil in 2023 reflecting tight global supply concentration. Argentina's Córdoba province supplies Europe with France importing 6,007,590 kg from Argentine processors in 2023, establishing Argentina as the primary EU peanut oil source. Senegal's groundnut basin harvests October to December, with Switzerland alone importing 2,337,740 kg of Senegalese crude groundnut oil in 2023. Both peanut and sesame oil face identical allergen management requirements under EU regulations, requiring specialized segregation protocols throughout the supply chain.
Peanut oil absorbs flavours and oxidizes rapidly when exposed to light and heat. Standard packaging includes 200L drums and IBCs for refined grades, with shelf life extending 18-24 months when stored below 15 degrees Celsius. Buyers must request batch-specific aflatoxin testing as contamination from raw peanuts can carry through oil extraction processes.
EU Organic and USDA NOP certified peanut oil suppliers operate primarily in Argentina and USA, with limited volumes from Chinese certified facilities. Dual-certification availability varies by origin, with Argentine suppliers more commonly holding both standards for export flexibility.
Consumer packaging formats include glass bottles for cold-pressed varieties, PET bottles for refined cooking oils, and small tins for specialty roasted peanut oils. MOQ typically doubles compared to bulk orders due to bottling line setup requirements. Buyers must confirm allergen declaration prominence on label design as peanut allergen warnings require specific visibility under EU labelling rules.
Peanut oil processors concentrate in China, Argentina, and USA, with Chinese facilities dominating refined oil production for export markets. Request batch-specific certificates of analysis, aflatoxin test results, and allergen cross-contamination prevention protocols from all suppliers. Asian food manufacturers frequently substitute between peanut and soy oil for frying applications, though allergen-free alternatives like sunflower oil eliminate labelling requirements entirely.
Nutrada lists GFSI-certified peanut oil suppliers from China, Argentina, and Senegal, covering refined and cold-pressed forms across conventional and organic supply. All orders are placed directly with certified suppliers, with no intermediary.
Last updated: Apr 10, 2026
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