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Guerbet Alcohols Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast 2031 - By Product, Technology, Grade, Application, End-user, Region: (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East and Africa)

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  • 189 Pages
  • January 2024
  • Region: Global
  • Fairfield Market Research
  • ID: 5924991
In a recent market estimation the global guerbet alcohol market is poised for substantial growth during forecast period. This growth trajectory is expected to propel the market from its 2024 valuation of US$ 1.19 billion to a robust US$ 1.66 billion by 2031.

Rising Consumer Focus on Personal Grooming Boosts Guerbet Alcohol Demand

One of the key drivers behind the burgeoning guerbet alcohol market is the increasing consumer propensity to invest in cosmetics and personal care products, driven by a desire to look and feel their best. Guerbet alcohols serve as versatile ingredients in the cosmetics and personal care industry, making them a pivotal force in the market's expansion.

Cosmetics and Personal Care Industry Expansion Fuels Demand

Guerbet alcohol, a colorless and odorless liquid, has found its niche in fragrances and emollients for cosmetics. This low-viscosity, long-chain fatty alcohol is an essential raw material for cosmetics, thanks to its exceptional oxidative stability. As a result, the cosmetics and personal care segment is poised to be the dominant contributor to market growth during the forecast period. Guerbet alcohol's emulsion-stabilizing properties make it a fundamental ingredient in various products such as deodorants, antiperspirants, and shaving products.

The global demand for personal care products continues to rise, particularly in several countries. This sustained demand is expected to drive the guerbet alcohol market's growth throughout the forecast period.

Factors Impacting Market Growth

However, the market faces certain challenges, such as the higher cost of guerbet alcohols compared to other aliphatic alcohols. The extensive conversion process during dimerization, along with multi-step manufacturing procedures to achieve high purity, contributes to the relatively elevated prices of guerbet alcohols. Some variants of these alcohols are nearly twice as expensive as commonly used alternatives. These higher costs may pose a restraint on the market's growth during the forecast period.

Country-wise Insights

Guerbet Alcohol Market Consumption Outlook in the U.S.

The U.S. cosmetic industry is witnessing growth driven by the increasing number of beauty clinics and the working women population. The country's consumers are increasingly investing in cosmetics and personal care items, influenced by growing awareness of personal appearance and rising per capita income. The marketing efforts, including advertising and promotions, have further encouraged consumers in the U.S. to purchase cosmetic products. These factors are expected to boost the sales of guerbet alcohols, contributing to increased demand for this product in the coming years.

China's Significant Share in the Guerbet Alcohol Market

China's cosmetics sector has been expanding rapidly, with consumers embracing skincare and cosmetic products. Factors such as growing disposable income, urbanization, and the influence of social media have contributed to the beauty and cosmetics industry's rapid growth in China. The cosmetics consumption in China is poised to continue its strong expansion. Despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 outbreak, the Chinese cosmetics market demonstrates significant medium- to long-term potential. As the cosmetics and personal care segment grows, it will have a direct impact on the guerbet alcohol market, as it is one of the largest consumers of this compound.

Competitive Landscape

The global guerbet alcohol market is highly consolidated, with a limited number of key players dominating the field. BASF SE and Sasol Limited are two dominant market players, collectively accounting for over 70% of the total market share. These key players are actively expanding their production capacities to meet the growing demand for guerbet alcohol, particularly from industries such as cosmetics and personal care on a global scale.

Key Companies Profiled:

  • BASF SE
  • Sasol Limited
  • Kao Corporation
  • New Japan Chemical Company Ltd.
  • DowPol Corporation
  • Kokyu Alcohol Kogyo Co., Ltd.
  • KISCO Ltd.
  • Jarchem Industries, Inc.
  • EMCO dyestuff

Key Segments Covered in Market Research

By Product Type

  • 2-butyloctanol
  • 2-hexyldecanol
  • 2-octyldodecanol
  • 2-decyltetradecanol
  • 2-dodecylhexadecanol
  • Others

By End User

  • Cosmetic and Personal Care
  • Metal Processing
  • Detergents and Cleaners
  • Others

By Region

  • North America
  • Latin America
  • Europe
  • East Asia
  • South Asia and Pacific
  • Middle East and Africa


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Table of Contents

1. Executive Summary
1.1. Global Guerbet Alcohols Market Snapshot
1.2. Future Projections
1.3. Key Market Trends
1.4. Regional Snapshot, by Value, 2023
1.5. Analyst Recommendations
2. Market Overview
2.1. Market Definitions and Segmentations
2.2. Market Dynamics
2.2.1. Drivers
2.2.2. Restraints
2.2.3. Market Opportunities
2.3. Value Chain Analysis
2.4. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
2.5. COVID-19 Impact Analysis
2.5.1. Supply
2.5.2. Demand
2.6. Impact of Ukraine-Russia Conflict
2.7. Economic Overview
2.7.1. World Economic Projections
2.8. PESTLE Analysis
3. Production Output and Trade Statistics, 2018-2022
3.1. Global Guerbet Alcohols, Production Output, by Region, 2018 - 2022
3.1.1. North America
3.1.2. Europe
3.1.3. Asia Pacific
3.1.4. Latin America
3.1.5. Middle East & Africa
4. Global Guerbet Alcohols Market Outlook, 2018 - 2031
4.1. Global Guerbet Alcohols Market Outlook, by Product Type, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
4.1.1. Key Highlights
4.1.1.1. 2-butyloctanol
4.1.1.2. 2-hexyldecanol
4.1.1.3. 2-octyldodecanol
4.1.1.4. 2-decyltetradecanol
4.1.1.5. 2-dodecylhexadecanol
4.1.1.6. Miscellaneous
4.2. Global Guerbet Alcohols Market Outlook, by End User, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
4.2.1. Key Highlights
4.2.1.1. Cosmetic and Personal Care
4.2.1.2. Metal Processing
4.2.1.3. Detergents and Cleaners
4.2.1.4. Miscellaneous
4.3. Global Guerbet Alcohols Market Outlook, by Region, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
4.3.1. Key Highlights
4.3.1.1. North America
4.3.1.2. Europe
4.3.1.3. Asia Pacific
4.3.1.4. Latin America
4.3.1.5. Middle East & Africa
5. North America Guerbet Alcohols Market Outlook, 2018 - 2031
5.1. North America Guerbet Alcohols Market Outlook, by Product Type, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
5.1.1. Key Highlights
5.1.1.1. 2-butyloctanol
5.1.1.2. 2-hexyldecanol
5.1.1.3. 2-octyldodecanol
5.1.1.4. 2-decyltetradecanol
5.1.1.5. 2-dodecylhexadecanol
5.1.1.6. Miscellaneous
5.2. North America Guerbet Alcohols Market Outlook, by End User, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
5.2.1. Key Highlights
5.2.1.1. Cosmetic and Personal Care
5.2.1.2. Metal Processing
5.2.1.3. Detergents and Cleaners
5.2.1.4. Miscellaneous
5.2.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
5.3. North America Guerbet Alcohols Market Outlook, by Country, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
5.3.1. Key Highlights
5.3.1.1. U.S. Guerbet Alcohols Market by Product Type, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
5.3.1.2. U.S. Guerbet Alcohols Market End User, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
5.3.1.3. Canada Guerbet Alcohols Market by Product Type, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
5.3.1.4. Canada Guerbet Alcohols Market End User, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
5.3.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
6. Europe Guerbet Alcohols Market Outlook, 2018 - 2031
6.1. Europe Guerbet Alcohols Market Outlook, by Product Type, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
6.1.1. Key Highlights
6.1.1.1. 2-butyloctanol
6.1.1.2. 2-hexyldecanol
6.1.1.3. 2-octyldodecanol
6.1.1.4. 2-decyltetradecanol
6.1.1.5. 2-dodecylhexadecanol
6.1.1.6. Miscellaneous
6.2. Europe Guerbet Alcohols Market Outlook, by End User, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
6.2.1. Key Highlights
6.2.1.1. Cosmetic and Personal Care
6.2.1.2. Metal Processing
6.2.1.3. Detergents and Cleaners
6.2.1.4. Miscellaneous
6.2.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
6.3. Europe Guerbet Alcohols Market Outlook, by Country, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
6.3.1. Key Highlights
6.3.1.1. Germany Guerbet Alcohols Market by Product Type, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
6.3.1.2. Germany Guerbet Alcohols Market End User, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
6.3.1.3. U.K. Guerbet Alcohols Market by Product Type, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
6.3.1.4. U.K. Guerbet Alcohols Market End User, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
6.3.1.5. France Guerbet Alcohols Market by Product Type, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
6.3.1.6. France Guerbet Alcohols Market End User, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
6.3.1.7. Italy Guerbet Alcohols Market by Product Type, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
6.3.1.8. Italy Guerbet Alcohols Market End User, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
6.3.1.9. Turkey Guerbet Alcohols Market by Product Type, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
6.3.1.10. Turkey Guerbet Alcohols Market End User, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
6.3.1.11. Russia Guerbet Alcohols Market by Product Type, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
6.3.1.12. Russia Guerbet Alcohols Market End User, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
6.3.1.13. Rest of Europe Guerbet Alcohols Market by Product Type, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
6.3.1.14. Rest of Europe Guerbet Alcohols Market End User, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
6.3.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
7. Asia Pacific Guerbet Alcohols Market Outlook, 2018 - 2031
7.1. Asia Pacific Guerbet Alcohols Market Outlook, by Product Type, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
7.1.1. Key Highlights
7.1.1.1. 2-butyloctanol
7.1.1.2. 2-hexyldecanol
7.1.1.3. 2-octyldodecanol
7.1.1.4. 2-decyltetradecanol
7.1.1.5. 2-dodecylhexadecanol
7.1.1.6. Miscellaneous
7.2. Asia Pacific Guerbet Alcohols Market Outlook, by End User, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
7.2.1. Key Highlights
7.2.1.1. Cosmetic and Personal Care
7.2.1.2. Metal Processing
7.2.1.3. Detergents and Cleaners
7.2.1.4. Miscellaneous
7.2.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
7.3. Asia Pacific Guerbet Alcohols Market Outlook, by Country, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
7.3.1. Key Highlights
7.3.1.1. China Guerbet Alcohols Market by Product Type, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
7.3.1.2. China Guerbet Alcohols Market End User, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
7.3.1.3. China Guerbet Alcohols Market Purity, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
7.3.1.4. Japan Guerbet Alcohols Market by Product Type, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
7.3.1.5. Japan Guerbet Alcohols Market End User, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
7.3.1.6. South Korea Guerbet Alcohols Market by Product Type, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
7.3.1.7. South Korea Guerbet Alcohols Market End User, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
7.3.1.8. India Guerbet Alcohols Market by Product Type, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
7.3.1.9. India Guerbet Alcohols Market End User, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
7.3.1.10. Southeast Asia Guerbet Alcohols Market by Product Type, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
7.3.1.11. Southeast Asia Guerbet Alcohols Market End User, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
7.3.1.12. Rest of Asia Pacific Guerbet Alcohols Market by Product Type, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
7.3.1.13. Rest of Asia Pacific Guerbet Alcohols Market End User, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
7.3.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
8. Latin America Guerbet Alcohols Market Outlook, 2018 - 2031
8.1. Latin America Guerbet Alcohols Market Outlook, by Product Type, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
8.1.1. Key Highlights
8.1.1.1. 2-butyloctanol
8.1.1.2. 2-hexyldecanol
8.1.1.3. 2-octyldodecanol
8.1.1.4. 2-decyltetradecanol
8.1.1.5. 2-dodecylhexadecanol
8.1.1.6. Miscellaneous
8.2. Latin America Guerbet Alcohols Market Outlook, by End User, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
8.2.1.1. Cosmetic and Personal Care
8.2.1.2. Metal Processing
8.2.1.3. Detergents and Cleaners
8.2.1.4. Miscellaneous
8.2.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
8.3. Latin America Guerbet Alcohols Market Outlook, by Country, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
8.3.1. Key Highlights
8.3.1.1. Brazil Guerbet Alcohols Market by Product Type, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
8.3.1.2. Brazil Guerbet Alcohols Market End User, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
8.3.1.3. Mexico Guerbet Alcohols Market by Product Type, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
8.3.1.4. Mexico Guerbet Alcohols Market End User, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
8.3.1.5. Argentina Guerbet Alcohols Market by Product Type, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
8.3.1.6. Argentina Guerbet Alcohols Market End User, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
8.3.1.7. Rest of Latin America Guerbet Alcohols Market by Product Type, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
8.3.1.8. Rest of Latin America Guerbet Alcohols Market End User, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
8.3.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
9. Middle East & Africa Guerbet Alcohols Market Outlook, 2018 - 2031
9.1. Middle East & Africa Guerbet Alcohols Market Outlook, by Product Type, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
9.1.1. Key Highlights
9.1.1.1. 2-butyloctanol
9.1.1.2. 2-hexyldecanol
9.1.1.3. 2-octyldodecanol
9.1.1.4. 2-decyltetradecanol
9.1.1.5. 2-dodecylhexadecanol
9.1.1.6. Miscellaneous
9.2. Middle East & Africa Guerbet Alcohols Market Outlook, by End User, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
9.2.1. Key Highlights
9.2.1.1. Cosmetic and Personal Care
9.2.1.2. Metal Processing
9.2.1.3. Detergents and Cleaners
9.2.1.4. Miscellaneous
9.2.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
9.3. Middle East & Africa Guerbet Alcohols Market Outlook, by Country, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
9.3.1. Key Highlights
9.3.1.1. GCC Guerbet Alcohols Market by Product Type, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
9.3.1.2. GCC Guerbet Alcohols Market End User, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
9.3.1.3. South Africa Guerbet Alcohols Market by Product Type, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
9.3.1.4. South Africa Guerbet Alcohols Market End User, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
9.3.1.5. Egypt Guerbet Alcohols Market by Product Type, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
9.3.1.6. Egypt Guerbet Alcohols Market End User, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
9.3.1.7. Nigeria Guerbet Alcohols Market by Product Type, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
9.3.1.8. Nigeria Guerbet Alcohols Market End User, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
9.3.1.9. Rest of Middle East & Africa Guerbet Alcohols Market by Product Type, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
9.3.1.10. Rest of Middle East & Africa Guerbet Alcohols Market End User, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Bn), 2018 - 2031
9.3.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
10. Competitive Landscape
10.1. Purity vs End User Heatmap
10.2. Manufacturer vs End User Heatmap
10.3. Company Market Share Analysis, 2022
10.4. Competitive Dashboard
10.5. Company Profiles
10.5.1. BASF SE
10.5.1.1. Company Overview
10.5.1.2. Product Portfolio
10.5.1.3. Financial Overview
10.5.1.4. Business Strategies and Development
10.5.2. Sasol Ltd.
10.5.2.1. Company Overview
10.5.2.2. Product Portfolio
10.5.2.3. Financial Overview
10.5.2.4. Business Strategies and Development
10.5.3. New Japan Chemical Co., Ltd.
10.5.3.1. Company Overview
10.5.3.2. Product Portfolio
10.5.3.3. Financial Overview
10.5.3.4. Business Strategies and Development
10.5.4. Moresco Corporation
10.5.4.1. Company Overview
10.5.4.2. Product Portfolio
10.5.4.3. Financial Overview
10.5.4.4. Business Strategies and Development
10.5.5. Kao Corporation
10.5.5.1. Company Overview
10.5.5.2. Product Portfolio
10.5.5.3. Financial Overview
10.5.5.4. Business Strategies and Development
10.5.6. Kisco Ltd.
10.5.6.1. Company Overview
10.5.6.2. Product Portfolio
10.5.6.3. Financial Overview
10.5.6.4. Business Strategies and Development
10.5.7. Kokyu Alcohol Kogyo Co., Ltd.
10.5.7.1. Company Overview
10.5.7.2. Product Portfolio
10.5.7.3. Financial Overview
10.5.7.4. Business Strategies and Development
10.5.8. DowPol Corporation
10.5.8.1. Company Overview
10.5.8.2. Product Portfolio
10.5.8.3. Financial Overview
10.5.8.4. Business Strategies and Development
10.5.9. Jarchem Industries
10.5.9.1. Company Overview
10.5.9.2. Product Portfolio
10.5.9.3. Financial Overview
10.5.9.4. Business Strategies and Development
10.5.10. EMCO DYESTUFF P.LTD
10.5.10.1. Company Overview
10.5.10.2. Product Portfolio
10.5.10.3. Financial Overview
10.5.10.4. Business Strategies and Development
11. Appendix
11.1. Research Methodology
11.2. Report Assumptions
11.3. Acronyms and Abbreviations

Companies Mentioned

  • BASF SE
  • Sasol Ltd.
  • New Japan Chemical Co., Ltd
  • Kao Corporation
  • Kisco Ltd.
  • Kokyu Alcohol Kogyo Co., Ltd
  • DowPol Corporation
  • Jarchem Industries
  • EMCO DYESTUFF P.LTD

Methodology

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