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Rapeseed Oil B2B: the omega-3 oil gaining momentum in France, Belgium and the UK
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Rapeseed Oil B2B: the omega-3 oil gaining momentum in France, Belgium and the UK

May 2026 · 5 min read · By the Martigane team
Rich in omega-3Competitive priceStrong UK demand
Omega-3~9% ALA
Acidity< 0.2% (refined)
OriginsFrance · Germany · Canada
Formats1L bottles · 5L cans · Bulk
Rapeseed oil is one of the big winners of the nutrition trend in recent years. Rich in omega-3 fatty acids (approximately 9% alpha-linolenic acid, ALA), far more balanced than sunflower oil in terms of omega-6/omega-3 ratio, and much cheaper than olive oil: it combines nutritional and economic advantages that make it a must-have in the oils aisle.

The exceptional nutritional profile of rapeseed oil

This profile makes rapeseed oil the oil recommended by French nutritionists for daily consumption — both in dressings (cold, to preserve omega-3) and for light cooking.

✅ Strong sales argument

In retail, rapeseed oil benefits from a Nutri-Score A in the vast majority of formulations — the best possible score for an oil. This is a powerful sales lever as consumers increasingly read nutritional labels.

The UK market: a post-Brexit opportunity for Martigane

The United Kingdom is the European market where rapeseed oil has the highest penetration. Rapeseed oil has become a symbol of British terroir — produced locally for decades, marketed as the premium national alternative to imported olive oil.

Since Brexit, British importers are looking for reliable European suppliers to complement local production. Martigane delivers DDP UK with full customs documentation, British English labelling and UK Food Law compliance.

🌿 Organic rapeseed: fast-growing market

Organic rapeseed oil is growing 12 to 18% annually in France and Belgium. French and German origins enjoy an excellent reputation. Martigane can source certified organic rapeseed with AB certification and full documentation.

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