How argan oil is priced

Agadir, Morocco Unrefined cosmetic‑grade argan oil, moisture max ~0.2%, FFA as oleic acid typically <1.5%, peroxide value within cosmetic spec, shipped in 190–200 kg drums FOB Agadir. · USD/MT · Contract size N/A

Benchmark contracts

BenchmarkTypeContract specUnitRangeAs ofDeliverable grade
Agadir, MoroccoHeadlinephysical_fobUnrefined cosmetic‑grade argan oil, moisture max ~0.2%, FFA as oleic acid typically <1.5%, peroxide value within cosmetic spec, shipped in 190–200 kg drums FOB Agadir.USD/MT16000–22000May 2026—
Casablanca, Moroccophysical_fobRoasted, food‑grade argan oil for culinary use meeting EU food safety parameters, exported in 190–200 kg drums.USD/MT14000–20000May 2026—
CIF ARA ports (Amsterdam–Rotterdam–Antwerp)physical_cifRefined, bleached, deodorized argan oil for cosmetics and personal care, meeting major brand specs, delivered CIF main NWE ports.USD/MT19000–25000May 2026—

Premium structure

Differentials between benchmarks reveal where physical argan oil trades relative to the futures reference and how regional grades price against the global standard.

BenchmarkDifferentialNotes
Agadir, Morocco—
Casablanca, MoroccoTypically trades USD 1,000–2,000/MT discount to premium cosmetic‑grade argan oil FOB Morocco depending on season and quality.
CIF ARA ports (Amsterdam–Rotterdam–Antwerp)Trades at USD 2,000–3,000/MT premium to crude FOB Morocco reflecting refining, certification, and freight.
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