Seasonality
Seasonal pattern: Not documented
No seasonal price pattern is currently documented for soy lecithin.
Soy Lecithin Price
Monthly reported customs unit values, not live or executable quotes.
Latest reported price
$1,594 USD/t
As of Jul 2026
LowPrevious 12 months
The latest value is below the typical range of $1,811–$2,271 USD/t.
Soy Lecithin Price History
Soy Lecithin Prices by Country
Soy lecithin export unit values are shown in USD/t. Compare the reporting dates as well as the values; product mix and delivery terms can differ between countries.
| Country | Latest · USD/t | YoYYear on year |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $16,530 Jul 1, 2026 | +338% |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | $1,571 Jul 1, 2026 | +124% |
| Brazil | $1,135 Jul 1, 2026 | -1.7% |
| Canada | $1,037 Jul 1, 2026 | +30% |
| Lithuania | $1,554 Jul 1, 2026 | -23% |
| Norway | $2,268 Jul 1, 2026 | +20% |
| New Zealand | $3,149 Jul 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| United States | $2,064 Jul 1, 2026 | -18% |
| Bolivia | $589 Jun 1, 2026 | -14% |
| Switzerland | $24,288 Jun 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Germany | $4,925 Jun 1, 2026 | +22% |
| Denmark | $6,583 Jun 1, 2026 | -17% |
| United Kingdom | $4,138 Jun 1, 2026 | +20% |
| Georgia | $1,600 Jun 1, 2026 | +45% |
| Greece | $778 Jun 1, 2026 | +33% |
| Guatemala | $2,135 Jun 1, 2026 | +25% |
| Hungary | $1,067 Jun 1, 2026 | +24% |
| India | $2,133 Jun 1, 2026 | +1.4% |
| Japan | $73,674 Jun 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Latvia | $1,680 Jun 1, 2026 | +15% |
| North Macedonia | $1,588 Jun 1, 2026 | -2.4% |
| Malaysia | $1,192 Jun 1, 2026 | -8.6% |
| Netherlands | $1,701 Jun 1, 2026 | +4.2% |
| Poland | $2,310 Jun 1, 2026 | -3.0% |
| Portugal | $1,188 Jun 1, 2026 | +50% |
| Serbia | $1,238 Jun 1, 2026 | -24% |
| Sweden | $19,923 Jun 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Belgium | $1,246 May 1, 2026 | +55% |
| Chile | $49 May 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Czechia | $8,594 May 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Spain | $4,036 May 1, 2026 | +31% |
| China, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region | $9,376 May 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Croatia | $2,024 May 1, 2026 | -44% |
| Ireland | $27,381 May 1, 2026 | -15% |
| Italy | $2,205 May 1, 2026 | +12% |
| Slovakia | $103 May 1, 2026 | +11% |
| Thailand | $1,125 May 1, 2026 | +44% |
| Uzbekistan | $1,500 May 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| South Africa | $1,039 May 1, 2026 | -18% |
| Kazakhstan | $445 Apr 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Romania | $1,834 Apr 1, 2026 | +9.7% |
| Argentina | $646 Mar 1, 2026 | +16% |
| Bulgaria | $1,501 Mar 1, 2026 | +83% |
| Indonesia | $3,443 Mar 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Paraguay | $445 Mar 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Colombia | $2,356 Feb 1, 2026 | -2.2% |
| Ecuador | $1,310 Feb 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Slovenia | $3,497 Feb 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Togo | $814 Feb 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Moldova | $1,174 Jan 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| France | $11,825 Dec 1, 2025 | +55% |
| South Korea | $167,335 Dec 1, 2025 | +74% |
| Singapore | $2,179 Dec 1, 2025 | -48% |
| Türkiye | $1,811 Dec 1, 2025 | +85% |
| Morocco | $5,433 Oct 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Ukraine | $1,179 Sep 1, 2025 | +79% |
| Guyana | $1,903 Aug 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Nigeria | $602 Jul 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $3,310 May 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Peru | $3,545 Apr 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Dominican Republic | $3,600 Mar 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Israel | $2,800 Mar 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Mexico | $1,245 Mar 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Saudi Arabia | $1,100 Mar 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Zimbabwe | $598 Jan 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| China | $2,265 Dec 1, 2024 | Not reported |
| El Salvador | $6,247 Dec 1, 2024 | Not reported |
| Pakistan | $790 Oct 1, 2024 | Not reported |
What shapes soy lecithin prices?
Use these documented market characteristics when comparing periods, countries and supplier quotes.
Demand driver
Food industry emulsification
Soy lecithin is widely used as an emulsifier and stabilizer in processed foods.
Demand driver
Pharmaceutical formulations
The phospholipid properties support its use in drug delivery and nutritional supplements.
Demand driver
Cosmetics and personal care
Its functional properties are applied in creams, lotions, and other cosmetic products.
Soy Lecithin Price Questions
- What is soy lecithin and how is it classified?
- Soy lecithin is a phospholipid classified under lecithins and other phosphoaminolipids, whether or not chemically defined. It falls within HS heading 2923, which covers lecithins and related phosphoaminolipids.
- What are common applications of soy lecithin in food and other industries?
- Soy lecithin is used as an important phospholipid in food technology, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. It functions as an emulsifier, stabilizer, and nutrient source across these sectors.
- How should soy lecithin be stored to maintain quality?
- Soy lecithin should be kept in a cool, dry environment away from direct sunlight to preserve its functional properties. Maintaining a stable temperature helps prevent oxidation and moisture uptake.