Kadooğlu Yağ Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.Ş. is one of Turkey's largest and most recognized edible oil manufacturers, headquartered in Gaziantep. With decades of experience in vegetable oil production, the company has built a reputation for delivering high-quality, affordable cooking oils both domestically and to over 80 countries globally. Through its diversified brand portfolio and state-of-the-art production capabilities, Kadooğlu Yağ is a key contributor to Turkey’s food processing and export industry.
Company Overview
Kadooğlu Yağ is part of the broader Kadooğlu Group, one of Turkey’s major conglomerates involved in energy, food, and logistics. The oil division was established to meet the growing demand for high-quality, industrial-scale edible oils and has since grown into a globally competitive producer, known for strict quality control, innovation, and brand reliability.
Core Business
The company’s main areas of operation include:
- Industrial-scale production of edible vegetable oils
- Retail and B2B packaging of sunflower oil, corn oil, margarine, and specialty frying oils
- Export of branded and private-label products worldwide
- Custom manufacturing and contract filling for international distributors
Product Offerings
Kadooğlu Yağ offers a broad and flexible product portfolio tailored to both retail and industrial clients:
- Sunflower Oil – high purity, light taste, and suitable for frying and cooking
- Corn Oil – cholesterol-free and rich in polyunsaturated fats
- Vegetable Ghee (Baklava Oil) – used in Middle Eastern pastries and sweets
- Frying Oils – high smoke point blends for fast food and catering
- Margarine – for industrial baking and home use
- Custom Oils for HORECA and OEM applications
The company also offers a wide range of packaging options from 500 ml bottles to 20-liter drums and bulk IBC containers.
Specialization and Unique Value Proposition
- Vertically integrated production, from raw seed processing to final packaging
- Fully automated production lines with annual capacity exceeding 200,000 tons
- Export reach to more than 80 countries
- Strategic brands addressing different segments, including price-sensitive and premium markets
- Special oils developed for regional cuisine requirements (e.g., oil for baklava, halal-certified margarine)
Financials
While private, estimates place Kadooğlu Yağ among the top 5 edible oil producers in Turkey. Based on production volume and export value:
- Estimated annual revenue: USD 200–300 million
- Export revenues comprise over 60% of total turnover
- Significant domestic retail presence across Turkish supermarket chains
Export and Shipment Data
Kadooğlu Yağ has a strong international export footprint, shipping to:
- MENA Region (Saudi Arabia, Iraq, UAE)
- Europe (Germany, UK, Netherlands)
- Africa (Libya, Ghana, Sudan)
- Asia (Afghanistan, Pakistan)
- North America (targeted via OEM/private label partners)
Key export formats include:
- Retail packs (1L, 5L)
- HORECA jerry cans (10L, 18L)
- Industrial containers (IBC tanks, flexitanks)
Target Markets
Kadooğlu Yağ serves a diversified customer base including:
- Retail supermarket chains and hypermarkets
- Distributors and wholesalers in emerging markets
- Industrial food manufacturers (bakeries, snack producers)
- HORECA sector (hotels, restaurants, catering)
- OEM/Private Label partners in Europe and the Middle East
Capabilities
- High-volume production and bottling with GMP-compliant infrastructure
- In-house R&D and quality labs for consistency and product customization
- Integrated logistics and export compliance departments
- Full-spectrum packaging and branding customization
Certifications and Compliance
- ISO 9001 – Quality Management Systems
- ISO 22000 / HACCP – Food Safety Management
- Halal Certification – for Muslim-majority export markets
- TSE Certification – Turkish Standards Institution
- GMP Certification – Good Manufacturing Practices
These accreditations ensure compliance with both domestic and international food safety and quality requirements.
Customer Testimonials
International buyers often highlight:
- Exceptional consistency in oil quality and taste
- Efficient handling of large-scale export documentation
- Competitive pricing and favorable incoterms
- Strong after-sales and customer service
Repeat clients from the MENA and European regions serve as an endorsement of reliability and trust in the Kadooğlu brand.
Major Achievements
- Exported to over 80 countries across 5 continents
- Developed 7 proprietary brands, including Bizce, Brinto, and Elianto
- Recognized by the Turkish Exporters Assembly (TIM) as a leading food exporter
- Completed major capacity expansion projects, increasing production volume significantly
- Maintained consistent performance through volatile global commodity cycles and shipping disruptions
