Butadiene Market Report 2025

The butadiene market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $14.86 billion in 2024 to $17.79 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to automotive industry demand, petrochemical industry expansion, economic cycles, consumer electronics boom, oil and gas prices.

The butadiene market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $35.5 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to renewable feedstocks, electric vehicle expansion, circular economy initiatives, focus on lightweight materials, healthcare sector expansion. Major trends in the forecast period include supply chain localization, market consolidation and partnerships, rise of smart materials, adoption of advanced manufacturing techniques, resilience planning, customization and tailored solutions.

The growth of the automotive industry is anticipated to drive the butadiene market. The automotive industry encompasses the design, development, manufacturing, sale, and maintenance of motor vehicles. Butadiene-based materials offer exceptional durability, flexibility, and resistance to heat, chemicals, and mechanical stress, making them suitable for various automotive applications, including seals, gaskets, hoses, belts, and under-the-hood components. For example, in February 2024, the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, and the Arts - a government department in Australia responsible for implementing government policies and programs - reported that as of January 31, 2022, there were 20.7 million registered motor vehicles, reflecting a 2% increase since January 2021. Battery electric vehicles (BEVs) accounted for about 40,000 units, marking a 100% increase from 2021, with 34,200 of these being passenger cars, which is an increase of 118% from the previous year. Hybrid-electric vehicles (HEVs) totaled approximately 277,000 in 2022, representing a 35% rise from 2021. Consequently, the expansion of the automotive industry is contributing to the growth of the butadiene market.

The burgeoning demand within the rubber industry is anticipated to serve as a catalyst for the escalation of the butadiene market. This industry encompasses the production, processing, and utilization of rubber, whether derived naturally or synthesized through chemical processes, which is a highly elastic substance obtained from various plants' latex. Butadiene's contribution to rubber development, characterized by its exceptional elasticity, flexibility, resilience, enhanced tensile strength, resistance to abrasion, improved impact resistance, and sustained performance even at low temperatures, is significant. Forecasts from September 2022 by Apple Rubber Products Inc., a US-based company specializing in custom rubber seals, indicate a projected 2.8% increase in global rubber demand in 2023, with subsequent average annual growth of 2.4% from 2023 to 2031. The escalating demand within the rubber industry remains a driving factor behind the burgeoning butadiene market.

The adoption of product innovations stands out as a prominent trend in the butadiene market. Major companies within this sector are heavily invested in developing novel products to address demand dynamics and fortify their market presence. A noteworthy example occurred in June 2022 when Evonik Industries AG, a German specialty chemicals company, unveiled POLYVEST eCO, an innovative line of sustainable liquid polybutadienes. This groundbreaking range substantially reduces reliance on fossil-based materials by an impressive 99.9%, catering to the burgeoning sustainable market while maintaining identical physiochemical properties to their fossil-based counterparts. Functioning as a crucial raw material in diverse industries such as automotive, electronics, and construction, POLYVEST eCO finds applications in adhesives, sealants, and as a rubber additive in tire manufacturing.

Prominent players in the butadiene market are strategically directing their focus towards pioneering products such as expanded polystyrene (EPS) to bolster their market revenues. A case in point is the introduction of 124LR expandable polystyrene (EPS) by Epsilyte LLC, a US-based firm specializing in advanced construction materials, in April 2023. Engineered specifically for molded pieces requiring a refined finish and chiefly utilized in packaging, 124LR incorporates at least 50% post-consumer recycled material (PCR). This strategic utilization of PCR content contributes significantly to sustainability objectives by diminishing the necessity for new raw materials, preserving resources, and diverting plastic waste from landfills. Notably, the performance of Epsilyte's 124LR matches or exceeds that of a reactor-made virgin product, underlining its efficacy in sustainability without compromising quality.

In May 2024, KCC Corporation, a chemicals company based in South Korea, acquired Momentive Performance Materials for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is intended to establish a more robust and integrated entity that emphasizes long-term growth and innovation in the silicones market. Momentive Performance Materials, a US-based chemicals corporation, specializes in high-performance silicones and specialty products that contribute to creating solutions for a more sustainable future.

Major companies operating in the butadiene market include ExxonMobil Corporation, China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation, Shell plc., Eni S.p.A., Reliance Industries Limited, BASF SE, Repsol S.A., The Dow Chemical Company, Saudi Arabia's Basic Industries Corporation, Lyondellbasell Industries Holdings B.V., LG Chem Ltd., Ineos Group AG, China National Petroleum Corporation, Evonik Industries AG, Borealis AG, Lanxess AG, Formosa Plastics Corporation, Zeon Corporation, Nova Chemicals Corporation, JSR Corporation, Lotte Chemical Titan Holding Berhad, Nizhnekamskneftekhim, TPC Group, Mallard Creek Polymers Inc., AirBoss Rubber Solutions.

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

Butadiene is a colorless and highly flammable gaseous hydrocarbon, C4H6, derived from petroleum. It belongs to the class of organic compounds known as dienes, characterized by having two carbon-carbon double bonds. This highly reactive and versatile compound is primarily utilized as a monomer in the production of synthetic rubbers.

The main types of butadiene products include polybutadiene (PBR), styrene-butadiene (SBR), chloroprene, nitrile rubber, acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS), adiponitrile, sulfonale, ethylidene norbornene, styrene-butadiene latex, and others. Polybutadiene, a synthetic rubber produced through the polymerization of butadiene, is renowned for its high resilience, excellent abrasion resistance, and flexibility at low temperatures. Various production processes, such as C4 hydrocarbon extraction, N-butane dehydrogenation, ethanol production, and butene production, contribute to the synthesis of these butadiene-based products. These products are distributed through channels such as direct sales and indirect sales and find applications in end-user industries including plastic and polymer, tire and rubber, chemical, among others.

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The butadiene market consists of sales of polychloroprene and 1,3 butadiene, synthetic rubber, polybutadiene, elastomer. 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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