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Emission Control Catalysts - Global Strategic Business Report

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  • 293 Pages
  • February 2025
  • Region: Global
  • Global Industry Analysts, Inc
  • ID: 338652
The global market for Emission Control Catalysts was valued at US$47.4 Billion in 2024 and is projected to reach US$66.3 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 5.7% from 2024 to 2030. This comprehensive report provides an in-depth analysis of market trends, drivers, and forecasts, helping you make informed business decisions.

Global Emission Control Catalysts Market - Key Trends and Drivers Summarized

Emission control catalysts are crucial components used to reduce harmful emissions from internal combustion engines and industrial processes. These catalysts facilitate chemical reactions that convert toxic gases, such as carbon monoxide (CO), hydrocarbons (HC), and nitrogen oxides (NOx), into less harmful substances like carbon dioxide (CO2), nitrogen (N2), and water (H2O). The primary types of emission control catalysts include three-way catalysts (TWCs), diesel oxidation catalysts (DOCs), selective catalytic reduction (SCR) catalysts, and lean NOx traps (LNTs). Each type is designed to address specific pollutants and applications, such as gasoline engines, diesel engines, and various industrial emissions. The widespread adoption of these catalysts is driven by stringent environmental regulations aimed at reducing air pollution and its associated health impacts.

Technological advancements have significantly enhanced the efficiency and durability of emission control catalysts. Innovations in catalyst materials, such as the use of precious metals like platinum, palladium, and rhodium, have improved their effectiveness in converting pollutants at lower temperatures. Additionally, advancements in nanotechnology have led to the development of catalysts with higher surface areas, increasing their reactivity and lifespan. The integration of advanced sensors and electronic control systems in modern vehicles has further optimized the performance of these catalysts, ensuring precise monitoring and regulation of emissions. In industrial applications, the adoption of advanced catalytic systems has enabled industries to meet increasingly strict emission standards while maintaining operational efficiency.

The growth in the emission control catalysts market is driven by several factors. The implementation of stringent environmental regulations worldwide has compelled automotive manufacturers and industries to adopt advanced emission control technologies. The increasing global vehicle production, particularly in emerging markets, has expanded the demand for automotive catalysts. Additionally, the rising awareness of environmental sustainability and the push for cleaner air have accelerated the adoption of these catalysts in various sectors. Technological advancements in catalyst design and manufacturing have also reduced costs and enhanced performance, making them more accessible and effective. The shift towards electric and hybrid vehicles, which still require emission control systems for their internal combustion engines, has further bolstered market growth. Moreover, the ongoing research and development efforts aimed at improving catalyst efficiency and developing new applications continue to create opportunities for market expansion. These factors collectively contribute to the robust growth and innovation in the emission control catalysts market, ensuring its pivotal role in the global effort to reduce air pollution.

Report Scope

The report analyzes the Emission Control Catalysts market, presented in terms of market value (US$ Thousand). The analysis covers the key segments and geographic regions outlined below.

Segments

Product Type (Diesel Based Emission Catalyst, Gasoline Based Emission Catalyst); Application (Mobile Equipment, Stationary Equipment); End-Use (OEM, Retrofit).

Geographic Regions/Countries

World; United States; Canada; Japan; China; Europe (France; Germany; Italy; United Kingdom; Spain; Russia; and Rest of Europe); Asia-Pacific (Australia; India; South Korea; and Rest of Asia-Pacific); Latin America (Argentina; Brazil; Mexico; and Rest of Latin America); Middle East (Iran; Israel; Saudi Arabia; United Arab Emirates; and Rest of Middle East); and Africa.

Key Insights:

  • Market Growth: Understand the significant growth trajectory of the Diesel Based Emission Catalyst segment, which is expected to reach US$45.5 Billion by 2030 with a CAGR of a 5.6%. The Gasoline Based Emission Catalyst segment is also set to grow at 6% CAGR over the analysis period.
  • Regional Analysis: Gain insights into the U.S. market, valued at $12.6 Billion in 2024, and China, forecasted to grow at an impressive 9.4% CAGR to reach $14.7 Billion by 2030. Discover growth trends in other key regions, including Japan, Canada, Germany, and the Asia-Pacific.

Report Features:

  • Comprehensive Market Data: Independent analysis of annual sales and market forecasts in US$ Million from 2024 to 2030.
  • In-Depth Regional Analysis: Detailed insights into key markets, including the U.S., China, Japan, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa.
  • Company Profiles: Coverage of major players such as BASF SE, Clariant International Ltd., Cormetech, Inc., Corning, Inc., Haldor Topsoe A/S and more.
  • Complimentary Updates: Receive free report updates for one year to keep you informed of the latest market developments.

Why You Should Buy This Report:

  • Detailed Market Analysis: Access a thorough analysis of the Global Emission Control Catalysts Market, covering all major geographic regions and market segments.
  • Competitive Insights: Get an overview of the competitive landscape, including the market presence of major players across different geographies.
  • Future Trends and Drivers: Understand the key trends and drivers shaping the future of the Global Emission Control Catalysts Market.
  • Actionable Insights: Benefit from actionable insights that can help you identify new revenue opportunities and make strategic business decisions.

Key Questions Answered:

  • How is the Global Emission Control Catalysts Market expected to evolve by 2030?
  • What are the main drivers and restraints affecting the market?
  • Which market segments will grow the most over the forecast period?
  • How will market shares for different regions and segments change by 2030?
  • Who are the leading players in the market, and what are their prospects?

Some of the 42 major companies featured in this Emission Control Catalysts market report include:

  • BASF SE
  • Clariant International Ltd.
  • Cormetech, Inc.
  • Corning, Inc.
  • Haldor Topsoe A/S
  • Heraeus Holding GmbH
  • Johnson Matthey
  • Nett Technologies, Inc.
  • NGK Insulators, Ltd.
  • Solvay SA
  • Umicore
  • Zeolyst International

Table of Contents

I. METHODOLOGYII. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1. MARKET OVERVIEW
  • Influencer Market Insights
  • Global Economic Update
  • Emission Control Catalysts - Global Key Competitors Percentage Market Share in 2025 (E)
  • Competitive Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial for Players Worldwide in 2025 (E)
2. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS
3. MARKET TRENDS & DRIVERS
  • Stringent Environmental Regulations Spur Adoption of Emission Control Catalysts
  • Technological Advancements in Catalyst Materials Enhance Efficiency and Durability
  • Rising Global Vehicle Production Expands Addressable Market Opportunity
  • Increasing Awareness of Environmental Sustainability Drives Demand for Cleaner Technologies
  • Advances in Nanotechnology Propel Growth in Catalyst Performance
  • Integration of Advanced Sensors and Electronic Controls Optimizes Emission Reduction
  • Expansion of Industrial Applications Strengthens Business Case for Emission Control Catalysts
  • Innovations in Catalyst Manufacturing Processes Reduce Costs and Enhance Accessibility
  • Shift Towards Electric and Hybrid Vehicles Generates New Market Opportunities
  • Growing Adoption of Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) Systems Accelerates Demand
  • Advances in Three-Way Catalysts (TWCs) and Diesel Oxidation Catalysts (DOCs) Propel Market Growth
  • Innovations in Lean NOx Trap (LNT) Technologies Drive Adoption in Diesel Engines
  • Expansion of Catalytic Applications in Marine and Aviation Sectors Generates New Opportunities
  • Increasing Research on Alternative Fuels and its Implications for Emission Control Technologies
4. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
  • Table 1: World Emission Control Catalysts Market Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2030
  • Table 2: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Emission Control Catalysts by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 3: World Historic Review for Emission Control Catalysts by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • Table 4: World 16-Year Perspective for Emission Control Catalysts by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets for Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
  • Table 5: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Diesel Based Emission Catalyst by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 6: World Historic Review for Diesel Based Emission Catalyst by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • Table 7: World 16-Year Perspective for Diesel Based Emission Catalyst by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
  • Table 8: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Gasoline Based Emission Catalyst by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 9: World Historic Review for Gasoline Based Emission Catalyst by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • Table 10: World 16-Year Perspective for Gasoline Based Emission Catalyst by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
  • Table 11: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Mobile Equipment by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 12: World Historic Review for Mobile Equipment by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • Table 13: World 16-Year Perspective for Mobile Equipment by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
  • Table 14: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Stationary Equipment by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 15: World Historic Review for Stationary Equipment by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • Table 16: World 16-Year Perspective for Stationary Equipment by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
  • Table 17: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for OEM by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 18: World Historic Review for OEM by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • Table 19: World 16-Year Perspective for OEM by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
  • Table 20: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Retrofit by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 21: World Historic Review for Retrofit by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • Table 22: World 16-Year Perspective for Retrofit by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
III. MARKET ANALYSIS
UNITED STATES
  • Emission Control Catalysts Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United States for 2025 (E)
CANADA
JAPAN
  • Emission Control Catalysts Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Japan for 2025 (E)
CHINA
  • Emission Control Catalysts Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in China for 2025 (E)
EUROPE
  • Emission Control Catalysts Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Europe for 2025 (E)
FRANCE
  • Emission Control Catalysts Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in France for 2025 (E)
GERMANY
  • Emission Control Catalysts Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Germany for 2025 (E)
ITALY
UNITED KINGDOM
  • Emission Control Catalysts Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United Kingdom for 2025 (E)
SPAINRUSSIAREST OF EUROPE
ASIA-PACIFIC
  • Emission Control Catalysts Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Asia-Pacific for 2025 (E)
AUSTRALIA
  • Emission Control Catalysts Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Australia for 2025 (E)
INDIA
  • Emission Control Catalysts Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in India for 2025 (E)
SOUTH KOREAREST OF ASIA-PACIFIC
LATIN AMERICA
  • Emission Control Catalysts Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Latin America for 2025 (E)
ARGENTINABRAZILMEXICOREST OF LATIN AMERICA
MIDDLE EAST
  • Emission Control Catalysts Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Middle East for 2025 (E)
IRANISRAELSAUDI ARABIAUNITED ARAB EMIRATESREST OF MIDDLE EAST
AFRICA
  • Emission Control Catalysts Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Africa for 2025 (E)
IV. COMPETITION

Companies Mentioned (Partial List)

A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to:

  • BASF SE
  • Clariant International Ltd.
  • Cormetech, Inc.
  • Corning, Inc.
  • Haldor Topsoe A/S
  • Heraeus Holding GmbH
  • Johnson Matthey
  • Nett Technologies, Inc.
  • NGK Insulators, Ltd.
  • Solvay SA
  • Umicore
  • Zeolyst International

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