Glycerin Market Size
| Study Period | 2019 - 2029 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2023 |
| CAGR | 6.00 % |
| Fastest Growing Market | Asia Pacific |
| Largest Market | Asia Pacific |
| Market Concentration | High |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
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Glycerin Market Analysis
The Global Glycerin Market is projected to register a CAGR of over 6% during the forecast period.
The COVID-19 pandemic impacted the cosmetics industry, one of the major industries of glycerin consumption. As a result of months of lockdowns, international travel bans, and retail business closures; sales, purchases, and usage fell across many beauty segments. However, the demand for glycerin increased for end-user industries like pharmaceutical and personal care during the pandemic, owing to its increased usage in hand sanitizers, soaps, handwash, and detergents.
- In the short term, the strong demand from the pharmaceutical industry coupled with increasing usage in the personal care and cosmetics industries are expected to drive the market studied.
- On the flip side, the availability of substitutes is expected to hinder the market's growth. Some substitutes include diethylene glycol, ceramides, oils, and butter.
- Nevertheless, the antifreeze and de-icing applications as substitutes for propylene and ethylene glycols will likely create lucrative growth opportunities for the global market.
- Asia-Pacific is likely to dominate the market during the forecast period owing to the rapid growth of countries like China, India, and Japan.
Glycerin Market Trends
This section covers the major market trends shaping the Glycerin Market according to our research experts:
Personal Care and Cosmetics Application to Dominate the Market Growth
- Glycerin is used safely in numerous personal care and cosmetics, such as toothpaste, soaps, shaving creams, and skin and hair products, to provide smoothness and lubrication. It helps prevent the loss of moisture from products. Thus, glycerin is used as denaturants, fragrance ingredients, oral care agents, hair conditioning agents, skin protectants, and viscosity-decreasing agents.
- According to UN Comtrade, in 2021, imports of glycerine to the United Kingdom (UK) were valued at approximately GBP 26,374 million (USD 32,004.72 million) and registered growth compared to GBP 16,300 million (USD 19,779.97 million) in 2020.
- Glycerin is perfect for the human skin. It helps repair the skin barrier, reduce transepidermal water loss, and restore the lipid's water barrier function. Glycerin is the most popular among the humectants used in personal care products, including soaps, sanitizers, and moisturizers.
- As per Eurostat, the production value of soap in bars and organic surface-active products manufactured in the European Union (EU-27) amounted to roughly EUR 210 million (USD 223.33 million) in 2021.
- Glycerol is a common ingredient in pharmaceuticals that helps to improve the smoothness and taste of medicines. The pharmaceutical sector registered massive growth in the past few years, thus impacting the growth of the glycerin market.
- As per Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), the value of pharmaceutical products imported into the United Kingdom reached USD 20,061 million in 2021.
- Glycerin is listed in the EU's Inventory of Cosmetic Ingredients and is not restricted. However, glycerin derived from raw materials of animal origin must comply with the European Union animal by-products regulations.
- Some global cosmetics manufacturers such as Unilever, Johnson & Johnson, and P&G are significantly adopting natural glycerol as raw material to meet the growing demand.
- Hence, all these factors will drive the application of glycerin in personal care and cosmetic products during the forecast period.
Asia-Pacific to Dominate the Market
- Asia-Pacific accounted for the major share of the overall glycerin market, owing to emerging countries like China, India, and Japan.
- China is one of the largest consumers of glycerin. Cosmetics and personal care are one of the fastest-growing sectors in the country. Covering various industries, such as makeup, skincare, haircare, personal hygiene, fragrances, etc., the Chinese cosmetics and personal care market experienced positive growth.
- The cosmetics industry in China has experienced steady growth in recent years, driven by rising demand for premium products and an increasing number of working women. The retail sales value of cosmetics in China reached CNY 402.6 billion (USD 57.74 billion) in 2021, making it one of the largest beauty and personal care product markets.
- The food processing industry is expected to expand at a lucrative rate in the Chinese glycerin market. The country has over 35,000 processing and manufacturing plants that manufacture food products for its residents.
- As per the National Bureau of Statistics of China, in 2021, the food industry in China generated a total profit of about CNY 618.7 billion (USD 88.74 billion), and the food manufacturing industry contributed approximately CNY 165.4 billion (USD 23.72 billion) to the total profits.
- Japan is the world's third largest pharmaceutical market and a significant export market for US pharmaceuticals that are closely related to glycerin usage and manufacture. According to the Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Sector, Japan's chemical industry produced 35.3 thousand tonnes of refined glycerin in 2021.
- Government initiatives such as the Swachh Bharat Mission promote health and hygiene in India. Such initiatives, along with the growing usage of soaps and detergents, have led to the growth of the soap manufacturing industry, further boosting the demand for glycerin in the country.
- India is also one of the major countries in the pharmaceutical industry, according to the Union Budget of India, the value of India's medicine and pharmaceutical product imports reached INR 517.37 billion (USD 6.24 billion) in 2021 and registered growth when compared to INR 457.27 billion (USD 5.52 billion) in 2020.
- Hence, due to the above-mentioned factors, Asia-Pacific is likely to dominate the market during the forecast period.
Glycerin Industry Overview
The glycerin market is consolidated in nature. The major players (in no particular order) include Emery Oleochemicals, IOI Corporation Berhad, Wilmar International Ltd, Cargill, Incorporated, and Kao Corporation.
Glycerin Market Leaders
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Emery Oleochemicals
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IOI Corporation Berhad
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Wilmar International Ltd
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Kao Corporation
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Cargill, Incorporated
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Glycerin Market News
- In December 2022, Oleochemical producer Oleon announced the acquisition of a blending plant in Conroe, Texas, by investing USD 50 million. The company strengthened its oleochemicals division which includes the production of glycerin.
- In October 2021, IOI Corporation Berhad announced the construction of a new 110,000 metric ton (MT) per year oleochemical plant in Prai, Penang, with a capital expenditure of MYR 220 million. The new plant mainly catered for palm and palm kernel-based fatty acids and glycerine, the primary raw materials for personal care and cosmetic products. The plant construction is excepted to be completed by the second quarter of 2022.
Glycerin Market Report - Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
- 1.1 Study Assumptions
- 1.2 Scope of the Study
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4. MARKET DYNAMICS
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4.1 Drivers
- 4.1.1 Strong Demand from the Pharmaceutical Industry
- 4.1.2 Increasing Use in the Personal Care and Cosmetics Industries
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4.2 Restraints
- 4.2.1 Availability of Substitutes
- 4.2.2 Other Restraints
- 4.3 Industry Value Chain Analysis
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4.4 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 4.4.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Consumers
- 4.4.3 Threat of New Entrants
- 4.4.4 Threat of Substitute Products and Services
- 4.4.5 Degree of Competition
- 4.5 Feedstock Analysis
- 4.6 Price Analysis (Historical and Forecast)
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION (Market Size in Volume)
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5.1 Grade
- 5.1.1 Crude Glycerin
- 5.1.2 Refined Glycerin
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5.2 Source
- 5.2.1 Biodiesels
- 5.2.2 Fatty Acids
- 5.2.3 Fatty Alcohols
- 5.2.4 Other Sources
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5.3 Application
- 5.3.1 Pharmaceuticals
- 5.3.2 Food and Beverage
- 5.3.3 Alkyd Resins
- 5.3.4 Personal Care and Cosmetics
- 5.3.5 Industrial Chemicals
- 5.3.6 Polyether Polyols
- 5.3.7 Tobacco Humectants
- 5.3.8 Other Applications
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5.4 Geography
- 5.4.1 Asia-Pacific
- 5.4.1.1 China
- 5.4.1.2 India
- 5.4.1.3 Japan
- 5.4.1.4 South Korea
- 5.4.1.5 Rest of Asia-Pacific
- 5.4.2 North America
- 5.4.2.1 United States
- 5.4.2.2 Canada
- 5.4.2.3 Mexico
- 5.4.2.4 Rest of North America
- 5.4.3 Europe
- 5.4.3.1 Germany
- 5.4.3.2 United Kingdom
- 5.4.3.3 Italy
- 5.4.3.4 France
- 5.4.3.5 Rest of Europe
- 5.4.4 South America
- 5.4.4.1 Brazil
- 5.4.4.2 Argentina
- 5.4.4.3 Rest of South America
- 5.4.5 Middle-East and Africa
- 5.4.5.1 Saudi Arabia
- 5.4.5.2 South Africa
- 5.4.5.3 United Arab Emirates
- 5.4.5.4 Rest of Middle-East and Africa
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
- 6.1 Mergers and Acquisitions, Joint Ventures, Collaborations, and Agreements
- 6.2 Market Ranking Analysis
- 6.3 Strategies Adopted by Leading Players
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6.4 Company Profiles
- 6.4.1 Archer Daniels Midland Company
- 6.4.2 Aemetis
- 6.4.3 BASF SE
- 6.4.4 Biodex-SA
- 6.4.5 Cargill Incorporated
- 6.4.6 Dow
- 6.4.7 Emery Oleochemicals
- 6.4.8 Godrej Industries Limited
- 6.4.9 IOI Corporation Berhad
- 6.4.10 Kao Corporation
- 6.4.11 KLK OLEO
- 6.4.12 Louis Dreyfus Company
- 6.4.13 Munzer Bioindustrie GmbH
- 6.4.14 Musim Mas
- 6.4.15 Oleon NV
- 6.4.16 P&G Chemicals
- 6.4.17 RB FUELS
- 6.4.18 Sebacic India Limited
- 6.4.19 Thai Glycerine Co. Ltd
- 6.4.20 Vance Group Ltd
- 6.4.21 Vantage Specialty Chemicals
- 6.4.22 Wilmar International Ltd
- *List Not Exhaustive
7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
- 7.1 Antifreeze and De-icing Applications as a Substitute for Propylene and Ethylene Glycols
- 7.2 Future of the Market
Glycerin Industry Segmentation
Glycerin is a polyol compound with a simple structure. It is a colorless, odorless, viscous liquid with a sweet flavor that is also non-toxic. The glycerol backbone is found in glycerides, lipids with a glycerol backbone. The glycerin market is segmented by grade, source, application, and geography. By grade, the market is segmented into crude and refined glycerin, By source, the market is segmented into biodiesels, fatty acids, fatty alcohols, and other sources. By application, the market is segmented into pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, alkyd resins, personal care and cosmetics, industrial chemicals, polyether polyols, tobacco humectants, and other applications. The report also covers the market size and forecast for the glycerin market in 16 countries across major regions. For each segment, the market sizing and forecast have been done based on volume (kiloton).
| Grade | Crude Glycerin | |
| Refined Glycerin | ||
| Source | Biodiesels | |
| Fatty Acids | ||
| Fatty Alcohols | ||
| Other Sources | ||
| Application | Pharmaceuticals | |
| Food and Beverage | ||
| Alkyd Resins | ||
| Personal Care and Cosmetics | ||
| Industrial Chemicals | ||
| Polyether Polyols | ||
| Tobacco Humectants | ||
| Other Applications | ||
| Geography | Asia-Pacific | China |
| India | ||
| Japan | ||
| South Korea | ||
| Rest of Asia-Pacific | ||
| Geography | North America | United States |
| Canada | ||
| Mexico | ||
| Rest of North America | ||
| Geography | Europe | Germany |
| United Kingdom | ||
| Italy | ||
| France | ||
| Rest of Europe | ||
| Geography | South America | Brazil |
| Argentina | ||
| Rest of South America | ||
| Geography | Middle-East and Africa | Saudi Arabia |
| South Africa | ||
| United Arab Emirates | ||
| Rest of Middle-East and Africa |
Glycerin Market Research FAQs
What is the current Glycerin Market size?
The Glycerin Market is projected to register a CAGR of greater than 6% during the forecast period (2024-2029)
Who are the key players in Glycerin Market?
Emery Oleochemicals, IOI Corporation Berhad, Wilmar International Ltd, Kao Corporation and Cargill, Incorporated are the major companies operating in the Glycerin Market.
Which is the fastest growing region in Glycerin Market?
Asia Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2024-2029).
Which region has the biggest share in Glycerin Market?
In 2024, the Asia Pacific accounts for the largest market share in Glycerin Market.
What years does this Glycerin Market cover?
The report covers the Glycerin Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Glycerin Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
What are the end-use industries of Glycerine?
Glycerine is used in a wide range of end-use industries such as Drug Formulations, Oral Demulcent, Emollient & Humectant, and others.
What are the key factors driving the Glycerine Market?
"The key factors driving the Glycerine Market are a) Strong Demand from the Pharmaceutical Industry b) Increasing Use in the Personal Care and Cosmetics Industries"
Glycerine Industry Report
The global glycerine market, also known as the glycerol market, is witnessing significant growth, fueled by surging demand in pharmaceuticals, personal care, cosmetics, and food and beverage sectors. This natural, non-toxic substance, celebrated for its sweet taste and moisture-retention properties, is synthesized from plant and animal sources, or through propene-based processes. Its versatility spans from a food industry sweetener to an emollient in cosmetics and a crucial pharmaceutical ingredient for skin and heart conditions. Boosted by heightened hygiene awareness, its demand escalates in healthcare and cosmetics. Predominantly, the Asia Pacific region, with China and India at the forefront, leads in consumption due to its utility in food preservation, pharmaceuticals, and the automotive industry. Market segmentation reveals drug formulations as a key sector, driven by glycerine's antimicrobial and antiviral properties. With a trajectory of continued growth, supported by application advancements and rising demand, the glycerine market is poised for expansion. For detailed market share, size, revenue growth rate, and a forecast outlook, Mordor Intelligence™ Industry Reports offer comprehensive glycerine analysis, including a free report PDF download for an insightful industry overview.
