Cetanol (Cetyl Alcohol) Market - Forecasts from 2025 to 2030

The Cetanol (Cetyl Alcohol) Market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3.64%, reaching a market size of US$542.187 million in 2030 from US$453.231 million in 2025.

Cetanol, also known as Cetyl Alcohol, is an oil that can be sourced from vegetable materials like palm and coconut oil or even petroleum. The waxy white crystalline solid has a high application in cosmetics and skincare formulation as an emollient, emulsifier, and thickener. Cetyl Alcohol helps in softening the skin, making it smooth, while also improving the texture of the formulations and stabilization of emulsions. It is extensively used in lotions, creams, conditioners, and other hair care products due to its moisturizing and thickening properties. The ingredient is alcohol, though it does not dry the skin and is safe for use in personal care products.

The need for cetanol is increasing owing to the rising demand for skincare and cosmetic products worldwide. For instance, according to Invest India, the Indian personal care and hygiene segment is expected to grow, owing to significant penetration of the country's e-commerce sector. Additionally, the expanding e-commerce sector in tier 2 and tier 3 cities is expected to influence the market growth for cetanol products in the projected period.

For instance, according to the Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI), internet users in India crossed 800 million in 2023, and it was found that rural areas had more internet use compared to urban areas. In 2022, the number of internet users in rural areas of India was 399 million, which increased to 442 million in 2023. Contrary to that, the number of people accessing the internet in urban areas was 360 million in 2022, which grew to 378 million in 2023. Hence, the increasing internet-accessing population and increasing penetration of the e-commerce industry are expected to boost the cosmetic and personal care product market in the coming years.

Cetanol (cetyl alcohol) market drivers

The market for cetanol is expected to grow owing to the increasing demand for organic and chemical-free products for cosmetics and skincare. Additionally, its demand is anticipated to grow as it is used in various topical medicines for people with dermatitis. For instance, according to the Global Atopic Dermatitis Atlas (GADA), in 2022, about 223 million people were living with atopic dermatitis, of which around 43 million people were aged between 1 and 4, which indicates the high prevalence of dermatitis in young children’s. Moreover, according to the National Eczema Association, in the United States, 31.6 million people, or 10.1% of the population, are suffering from eczema. Hence, the increasing cases of skin conditions are anticipated to propel the market for cetanol in the forecasted period.

Cetanol (cetyl alcohol) market geographical outlook

The European region is anticipated to hold a significant share in the coming years.

The European region is expected to dominate the cetanol (cetyl alcohol) market in the coming year, owing to its increasing application in industries such as solvents and pharmaceuticals. Additionally, the companies in the region are investing heavily in research and development to develop new and innovative products. Moreover, the increasing demand for cetanol in this region is owing to the rising per capita income and growing demand for organic and natural products.

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The Cetanol (Cetyl Alcohol) Market is segmented and analyzed as follows:

By Form:

• Liquid Cetanol
• Waxy Solid Cetanol

By Application:

• Emulsification
• Conditioning Agent
• Surfactant
• Thickening Agent
• Anti-oxidant
• Emollient

By End-User:

• Food
• Personal Care
• Cosmetics
• Skin Care
• Hair Care
• Others

By Geography:

• North America
• USA
• Canada
• Mexico
• South America
• Brazil
• Argentina
• Others
• Europe
• UK
• Germany
• France
• Italy
• Others
• Middle East and Africa
• Saudi Arabia
• Israel
• Others
• Asia Pacific
• Japan
• China
• India
• South Korea
• Indonesia
• Thailand
• Others