Propylene Glycol Market Report 2025

The propylene glycol market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $4.71 billion in 2024 to $5.01 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to versatile applications, humectant and solvent properties, industrial manufacturing, food and beverage industry, pharmaceuticals, and personal care.

The propylene glycol market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.68 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to bio-based propylene glycol, health and hygiene focus, food preservation and packaging, antifreeze, and coolants in automotive, industrial applications. Major trends in the forecast period include supply chain optimization, market expansion strategies, sustainability and regulations, research and development, industrial utilization.

An increase in the consumption of processed foods is anticipated to drive the growth of the propylene glycol market in the coming years. Processed food refers to any food that has been modified during its preparation. Propylene glycol is utilized in processed foods as a preservative, flavor enhancer, and processing aid to improve the appearance of various food items. For example, according to the Food Export Association of the Midwest USA, a US-based non-profit organization, retail sales of packaged foods in Japan are projected to reach $235.9 billion by 2026, marking a 9.1% increase, or $19.6 billion, from 2022. Thus, the rising consumption of processed foods is contributing to the growth of the propylene glycol market.

Expansion within the cosmetic and personal care industries is projected to fuel the propylene glycol market. Propylene glycol's role as a humectant and solvent in various personal care products aids in moisture retention, texture enhancement, and formulation stability. According to Circana, Inc.'s report in August 2023, the US market witnessed a 15% rise in sales of prestige beauty products, totaling $14 billion in the first half of 2023. This expansion, coupled with the mass beauty market's growth to $28 billion, underlines the key contribution of these industries to driving the propylene glycol market.

Product innovation stands as a prominent trend in the propylene glycol market, fueling companies' efforts to strengthen their market positions. Notably, Evonik, a German chemical manufacturer, introduced renewable isophorone-based products in March 2022. Leveraging renewable acetone, Evonik's initiative aims to reduce the CO2 footprint by introducing products chemically equivalent to their fossil-based counterparts. These innovations significantly contribute to minimizing the industry's global warming potential and CO2 emissions, addressing increasing concerns related to health and sustainability.

Major companies in the propylene glycol sector are actively engaging in collaborations with hydrogen peroxide industries to produce propylene glycol (PG) using hydrogen peroxide and propylene, aiming to reinforce their market positions. The strategic partnerships empower these companies by leveraging the expertise of allied firms, translating conceptual ideas into concrete implementations. For instance, in October 2023, Dow Chemical Company, a prominent US-based chemical producer, partnered with Evonik Industries AG, a Germany-based specialty chemicals company specializing in hydrogen peroxide manufacturing. Together, they launched a cutting-edge hydrogen peroxide to propylene glycol (HPPG) pilot plant at Evonik's Hanau, Germany. This pioneering plant utilizes the HYPROSYN process to directly synthesize propylene glycol (PG) from hydrogen peroxide and propylene.

In April 2022, Braskem, a leading Brazilian chemical manufacturer, and Sojitz Corporation formed a collaborative venture to introduce renewable MPG (monopropylene glycol) technology. This joint venture merges Braskem's expertise in industrial production and distribution of chemicals and plastics from renewable sources with Sojitz's extensive presence in Asia. Given that Asia accounts for 80% of the global propylene glycol market, with the highest consumption recorded in the region, Sojitz's influence and Braskem's technological advancements are set to make a significant impact. Sojitz, a Japan-based multinational company, operates diversified businesses worldwide, including the production of propylene glycol.

Major companies operating in the propylene glycol market are Archer-Daniels-Midland Company, BASF SE, The DOW Chemical Company, Bio-Chem Technology Group Co. Ltd., LyondellBasell Industries N.V., Huntsman Corporation, SKC CO. Ltd., INEOS Group Holdings Limited, Manali Petrochemicals Limited, DowDuPont Inc., Royal Dutch Shell PLC, ADEKA Corporation, Chaoyang Chemicals Inc., Temix International SRL, Helm AG, Repsol S.A., Arch Chemicals Inc., HaiKe Chemical Group, Global Bio-chem Technology Group Co. Ltd., DuPont Tate & Lyle Bio Products LLC, Flint Group Holdings Limited, Wikoff Color Corporation, Zeller+Gmelin GmbH & Co. KG, Marabu GmbH & Co. KG, Nutec Digital Ink Ltd., Chemicoat Co. Ltd., Oleon NV, Penta Manufacturing Company, Kraft Chemical Company.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the propylene glycol market in 2024 and is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the propylene glycol report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the propylene glycol market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, the UK, and the USA.

Propylene glycol is a synthetic liquid known for its water-absorbing properties. Commonly utilized in the production of polyester compounds and as a base in deicing solutions, propylene glycol serves as an antifreeze in various applications to prevent leakage that may lead to contact with food. It is sourced from petroleum-based and bio-based materials. Bio-based propylene glycol is a polymer derived from natural resources like corn, sugar cane, vegetable oil, and other biomass.

Propylene glycol comes in various grades, including industrial and pharmaceutical grades, each finding applications in areas such as animal feed, inks, lacquers, tobacco humectants, and varnishes. The versatile substance is employed by diverse end-users, spanning the building and construction industry, consumer goods (cosmetics and personal care), electronics, food and beverages, paint and coatings, pharmaceuticals, the textile industry, tobacco, and transportation.

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The propylene glycol market consists of sales of propylene glycol USP, inhibited propylene glycol, reclaimed propylene glycol, and dowfrost glycol. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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