Antifreeze/Coolant Market Report 2025

The antifreeze/coolant market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $5.85 billion in 2024 to $6.07 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to automotive industry growth, rise in vehicle ownership, extreme weather conditions, regulatory standards for engine coolants, increase in commercial vehicle fleet, electric and hybrid vehicles integration.

The antifreeze/coolant market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $7.38 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to global climate change trends, expansion of aftermarket services, stringent environmental regulations, rising consumer awareness of coolant importance, collaboration with automotive OEMs. Major trends in the forecast period include advancements in coolant technologies, technological advancements in automotive engines, rising adoption of organic acid technology (OCT) and hybrid organic acid technology (HOCT), emphasis on environmental sustainability, development of low-toxicity and biodegradable formulations.

The rising vehicle production is anticipated to drive the growth of the antifreeze/coolant market in the coming years. Vehicle production encompasses the manufacturing of passenger cars, light trucks, and utility vehicles, including minivans, pickup trucks, and sport utility vehicles. Antifreeze or coolant plays a crucial role in regulating engine temperature, preventing freezing or overheating, and safeguarding against rust and corrosion. For instance, in May 2023, the European Automobile Manufacturers Association, a Belgium-based trade organization, reported that global motor vehicle production reached 85.4 million units in 2022, marking a 5.7% increase compared to the previous year, 2021. Therefore, the growing vehicle production is propelling the antifreeze/coolant market.

The anticipated expansion of the manufacturing sector is poised to drive the growth of the antifreeze/coolant market in the foreseeable future. Manufacturing, the process of converting raw materials into finished goods utilizing labor, machinery, and various processing methods, is significantly reliant on antifreeze/coolant. This vital substance finds widespread use across industrial applications such as HVAC systems, construction machinery, and electronics. Its primary function lies in regulating fluid and engine temperatures across diverse environmental conditions. For instance, Eurostat, a Luxembourg-based governmental statistical agency, reported a 0.2% increase in industrial output in the European area in July 2023, with a concurrent 0.1% increase within the European Union between May and April 2023. These indicators underscore how the burgeoning manufacturing sector serves as a catalyst for the expansion of the antifreeze/coolant market.

Key players in the market are concentrating on developing innovative technologies, such as Organic Acid Technology (OAT), which is a coolant formulation that employs organic acids to prevent corrosion. For example, in August 2022, Valvoline Inc., a US-based manufacturer of automotive chemicals and lubricants, introduced an advanced coolant utilizing OAT. This coolant is engineered to improve engine performance and longevity, catering to the evolving needs of modern engines that operate under increasingly complex and challenging conditions. It is a glycol-based, full antifreeze coolant suitable for all cars and commercial vehicles, boasting an impressive drain interval of five years or 500,000 kilometers. Its distinctive backward compatibility allows it to be utilized in all cooling systems, including both BSVI and older engine models. By delivering exceptional protection against rust and corrosion, it ensures optimal engine health even in extreme temperatures.

Prominent companies in the antifreeze/coolant market are strategically focused on introducing cutting-edge solutions, particularly engine coolants, to establish a competitive advantage. Engine coolant, a specialized fluid crucial for maintaining an engine's optimal operating temperature, serves a myriad of functions such as heat dissipation, overheating prevention, and safeguarding against freezing and corrosion. Illustrating this trend, in January 2023, BASF SE, a Germany-based chemicals company, unveiled its GLYSANTIN engine coolants in the Nigerian market. Renowned for their high German quality and diverse protective attributes, GLYSANTIN coolants offer an ideal solution across a spectrum of applications and industry sectors. Their multifaceted protection capabilities effectively mitigate damages and reduce downtime in high-demand scenarios, thereby contributing significantly to ensuring a reliable power supply.

In October 2023, Arteco NV, a Belgium-based developer and manufacturer specializing in antifreeze coolants, forged a partnership with Arom-dekor Kemi aimed at leveraging financial and environmental benefits by repurposing and refining used de-icing fluids for use as a base fluid in coolant production. This collaboration primarily centers on monopropylene glycol (MPG). By amalgamating Vilokan's cutting-edge recycling technology with Arteco's coolant proficiency, the alliance aims to offer consumers a low-toxic, more sustainable alternative by integrating recycled drop-in components in lieu of virgin resources. Arom-Dekor Kemi, a Sweden-based producer of antioxidant, antistatic, and antifreeze products for motor car radiators, plays a pivotal role in this endeavor.

Major companies operating in the antifreeze/coolant market include Exxon Mobil Corporation, Royal Dutch Shell PLC, TotalEnergies, Chevron Corporation, BASF SE, Honeywell International Inc., Solar Thermo Fluids, Fuchs Petrolub SE, Valvoline LLC, Camco Manufacturing Inc., Amsoil Inc., British Petroleum plc, MOTUL, Carl Bechem Lubricants India Pvt. Ltd., Comma Oil & Chemicals Ltd., Prestone Products Corporation, Recochem Corporation, Old World Industries LLC, Pentosin-Werke GmbH, Arteco NV, Bar's Products Inc., International Lubricants Inc., Liquid Intelligence Pty Ltd, Silverhook Ltd., Environmental Manufacturing Solutions LLC., Evans Cooling Systems Inc., Peak Antifreeze & Coolant LLC.

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

Antifreeze or coolant is a fluid mixture containing chemicals such as ethylene glycol or propylene glycol. It is employed in internal combustion engines to manage and regulate the engine temperature, serving the dual purpose of preventing overheating in high-temperature conditions and safeguarding against freezing in colder environments.

The primary product types of antifreeze/coolant encompass propylene glycol, ethylene glycol, and other related products. Propylene glycol is a synthetic liquid derived from propylene oxide. These antifreeze/coolant products are utilized with diverse technologies, including inorganic additive technology (IAT), organic acid technology (OAT), nitrite organic acid technology (NOAT), hybrid organic acid technology (HOAT), and other relevant technologies. These technologies find applications in various industries, including automotive and industrial sectors, providing effective solutions for temperature regulation and protection against freezing.

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The antifreeze/coolant market consists of sales of sorbitol, calcium chloride, and sodium chloride. 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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